Today: August 29, 2026
Today’s Most Popular Events
- “Pokémon XP”: Pokémon Official Fan Fest & World Championships in SF (Aug. 28-30)
- 8th Annual Crab Cove Fish Festival (Alameda)
- Free “Castro Carnival” Block Party: LGBTQ+ Art & Drag Shows (SF)
- 44th Annual Point Reyes Sand Sculpture Contest (Drakes Beach)
- Union Square’s Free Outdoor Movie Night: “Pokémon: Detective Pikachu” (Aug. 2026)
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Saturday, August 29
2026 “Pub in the Park” Giant Inflatables + Summer Picnic Party (Redwood City)
While Redwood City’s summer event series celebrates 20 years, Pub in the Park is the young standout of the lineup–now nine years strong and a favorite gathering in Red Morton Park. Join us for four lively Saturdays filled with music, drinks, and a welcoming community ...
150th Anniversary: Martinez’s Sesquicentennial Festival (2026)
Celebrate Martinez’s 150th anniversary with a free, all-ages festival at the Martinez Waterfront. Enjoy live music, a climbing wall, kids’ zone, foam parties, water games, bocce, face painting, arts and crafts, and more—all activities are free. Attendees receive a complimentary dessert to mark the milestone. ...
$10 Moana Movie Screening with Free Doll (Cinemark 16 Bayfair)
Hey East Bay families! The ocean is calling, and we’re setting sail for an island adventure your kids won’t stop talking about!
Join us on Saturday, August 29th for a special Moana Live-Action Movie Party at Cinemark San Leandro. We’re taking all the stress out of ...
SF Black Pride Week Block Party 2026 w/ Pressure K & Deja Skye (Waller St)
As part of SF Black Pride Week 2026, Waller Street transforms into a free, all-ages block party featuring live DJs, drag performances, and community vendors. Headliners include Pressure K and Deja Skye. The event is open to all and takes place behind the SF LGBT ...
Mission Missives Zine Expo (SF)
On Saturday, August 29 from 12–4 PM, YAX Studios @ La Fénix transforms into a celebration of Bay Area comics, zines, illustration, and independent publishing. Browse handmade zines, original artwork, prints, artist merch, local food vendors, and meet the creators keeping DIY culture alive in ...
eBay Live at Pokémon XP (Jessie Square)
eBay Live at Pokémon XP in Jessie Square features events for all kinds of Pokémon fans!
– Route ’96 Journey: Pick up a collector map and complete interactive stops around the experience to earn an exclusive eBay x Crave Collectibles Pokémon repack.
– Gem Gym: Put your ...
Free “Castro Carnival” Block Party: LGBTQ+ Art & Drag Shows (SF)
Carnival Family Block Party
Saturday, August 29, 2026
12:00 PM 5:00 PM
You’re invited!
Join us Saturday August 29th for a vibrant Carnival Celebration at Noe and Market Street 12 PM to 5 PM.
You’re invited!
Join us Saturday August 29th for a vibrant celebration of community at Noe and Market Street 12 PM ...
Bay Area Artist Showcase w/ 70+ Artists (Union City)
The Bay Area Artist Showcase at Studio 11 in Union City is a free community event featuring original artwork from over 70 local artists. The celebration includes an art market, live music, food vendors, interactive art installations, live art demonstrations, and a kids art zone. ...
Golden Gate Park “The Whale’s Tail” Beer/Wine Garden + Live Music (Summer 2026)
The Whale’s Tale is a seasonal, open-air destination for live music, food and drinks, community programming and relaxing afternoons. Open Saturdays and Sundays and select holidays beginning Memorial Day weekend, the Whale’s Tail features a rotating lineup of musical acts throughout the season, weekly free ...Every Saturday
Gus D’Angelo” National Parks A to Z & National Parks ABC (Ferry Building)
Join us in celebrating Gus D’Angelo and his books, National Parks ABC and National Parks A to Z!
At this event, you will have the opportunity to engage with kids and families about our national parks and celebrate National Parks Week. In addition, the author will custom sign every ...
“Spirit & Soul Festival” Downtown Richmond Block Party (6 Blocks)
The Spirit & Soul Festival is an annual free, community event in Downtown Richmond. On Saturday August 29th, 12 pm – 5 pm the festival activates 6 blocks on Macdonald Avenue, transforming the street into a vibrant space for arts, culture, wellness, and community connection. ...
Richmond Art Center’s 90th Birthday Party
Join us for a community celebration as we mark 90 years of Richmond Art Center! This family-friendly event celebrates the opening of our 90th anniversary exhibitions with live music, food, hands-on art activities, and birthday cake.
Umoja Health Access Point (HAP) Community Health Fair
Join us for our Umoja HAP Community Health Fair! Here, you’ll be able to connect with local organizations that offer a range of resources, including free STI/HIV testing, health screenings, sexual health resources, workforce resources, housing resources, and other wellness resources! They’ll also be food ...
SF Zine Picnic 2026: Make Art + Zines Outdoors (Yerba Buena Gardens)
Join the annual SFZF Zine Picnic at Yerba Buena Gardens in Downtown San Francisco for an outdoor afternoon of zine-making, art, and community. All supplies and snacks are provided, and participants are encouraged to bring their own zines, art in progress, snacks to share, and ...
Touch of Grey, or How the Grateful Dead Became Pop Stars (Corte Madera)
Touch of Grey, or How the Grateful Dead Became Pop Stars draws on extensive archival research to tell the behind-the-scenes story of how one song fundamentally transformed the legacy of one of rock’s most iconic groups.
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