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45-ft Statue of Giant Naked Woman Coming to Union Square45-ft Statue of Giant Naked Woman Coming to Union Square
By - posted 1/9/2025
Artsy Fartsy, Brand New, Downtown San Francisco, San Francisco, Wow

San Francisco’s Union Square Park is set to host a remarkable piece of public art that celebrates feminine strength and empowerment. Marco Cochrane’s R-Evolution, a stunning 45-foot-tall sculpture, will be on display from February 6 through the end of May 2025. Originally created for Burning Man in 2015 as part more...

75,000-Square-Foot Korean Food Hub Coming to Daly City75,000-Square-Foot Korean Food Hub Coming to Daly City
By - posted 1/9/2025
Brand New, Eat & Drink

Thanks to the San Francisco Chronicle for sharing the news that a massive Korean food complex opening soon in Daly City. A groundbreaking addition to the Bay Area’s culinary scene is set to open in February March*:  Jagalchi, a sprawling 75,000-square-foot Korean food complex, will make its debut at the Serramonte more...

SF's Huge "Flower Market" Gets New Home After 58 YearsSF’s Huge “Flower Market” Gets New Home After 58 Years
By - posted 12/26/2024
Bay Area Updates, Brand New, San Francisco, Support the Bay

Thanks to SF Chronicle for sharing that San Francisco’s Flower Market has a new home.  San Francisco Flower Market is relocating to Potrero Hill after 58 years in SoMa. The new market opens January 2, 2025. The San Francisco Flower Market has moved from its longtime location at Sixth and Brannan to more...

A Luxe Sleeper Train from SF to LA Might Come in 2025A Luxe Sleeper Train from SF to LA Might Come in 2025
By - posted 12/21/2024
Brand New, Transportation, Travel

A New Era of Travel Between San Francisco and Los Angeles San Francisco residents, take note: a transformative way to journey between the City by the Bay and Los Angeles is on the horizon. Dreamstar Lines, a Newport Beach-based transit startup, is introducing a luxurious overnight train service that promises to more...

SF Gets a Brand New Vintage "Photo Booth Museum"SF Gets a Brand New Vintage “Photo Booth Museum”
By - posted 12/11/2024
Brand New, Only in San Francisco, San Francisco, What's Closed / What's Open

Photomatica, a San Francisco company renowned for reviving the magic of vintage photo booths, is launching a fun new venture in San Francisco – opening a brand new “Photo Booth Museum” on Thursday, December 12th, 2024. This isn’t your ordinary museum. Sure, it will be filled with historic analog photo booths, more...

SF's Twin Peaks Just Got Two New TrailsSF’s Twin Peaks Just Got Two New Trails
By - posted 12/10/2024
Brand New, Outdoorsy, Parks & Beaches

San Francisco’s Twin Peaks Trail Improvement Project has just opened two brand new trails. Construction on two out of three new trails at Twin Peaks is complete! The trail at Noe Peak and the switchback to the south are now open. Areas with erosion control fabric have been seeded and native seedlings more...

Built in 1894, SF's Japanese Tea Garden Stuns w/ Newly Revamped Pagoda PlazaBuilt in 1894, SF’s Japanese Tea Garden Stuns w/ Newly Revamped Pagoda Plaza
By - posted 11/27/2024
Brand New, Museums / Cultural Institutions, Only in San Francisco, Outdoorsy, Parks & Beaches, San Francisco

Historic Japanese Tea Garden Debuts Stunning Redesigned Pagoda Plaza San Francisco’s Japanese Tea Garden, the oldest public Japanese garden in the United States, has unveiled its newly redesigned Pagoda Plaza. Nestled in Golden Gate Park, this historic treasure, built in 1894, now boasts a stunning open space for cultural events and quiet more...

Bay Area's 1st Ever Unofficial "Taco Bell Triathlon" is HereBay Area’s 1st Ever Unofficial “Taco Bell Triathlon” is Here
By - posted 11/21/2024
Brand New, Downtown San Francisco, Fun & Games, Get Out: Events, Only in San Francisco, Outdoorsy, Parks & Beaches, San Francisco

We have no idea what to make of this, but it sounds like it could be a sh*t show (in a good way) – a triathlon where you eat Taco Bell along the way – starting at the world’s most beautiful Taco Bell in Pacifica. If you’ve ever dreamed of turning more...

Cult Fav Fast Food "Raising Cane's" Opens New Bay Area RestaurantCult Fav Fast Food “Raising Cane’s” Opens New Bay Area Restaurant
By - posted 11/20/2024
Brand New, Eat & Drink

Thanks to SFGate for sharing the news that the fast-food cult fav Raising Cane’s is expanding its Bay Area presence. Raising Cane’s just opened its doors in Colma at 123 Colma Boulevard on November 19, 2024. The fried chicken chain specializes in crispy chicken tenders paired with a limited option of more...

SF's New On-Demand Shuttle is Free (Until Dec. 11)SF’s New On-Demand Shuttle is Free (Until Dec. 11)
By - posted 11/19/2024
Brand New, Freebies, San Francisco, Transportation

A new community shuttle has launched in San Francisco’s Bayview neighborhood. The new Bayview Shuttle launched on November 12. It is an on-demand service that gives the public access to another transportation option, within minutes of booking. Hop into a safe, comfortable ride around Bayview and Hunters Point, or connect to more...

New Japanese Bowling Alley Finally Opens in SF at Stonestown GalleriaNew Japanese Bowling Alley Finally Opens in SF at Stonestown Galleria
By - posted 11/14/2024
Brand New, Fun & Games, San Francisco

San Francisco finally got its brand new Japanese bowling center. A new Round1 Bowling & Arcade which originally opened in Japan back in 1993 opened up a new bowling complex with 12 lanes in Stonestown Galleria. The location also features karaoke, and arcade and billiards Grand Opening Update! Round1 at Stonestown finally opened more...

SF Loses 14,000 Parking Spaces Starting Today (Thanks to "Daylighting")SF Loses 14,000 Parking Spaces Starting Today (Thanks to “Daylighting”)
By - posted 11/11/2024
Brand New, San Francisco, Transportation, Travel

San Francisco’s New Daylighting Law Means Major Parking Changes—and Fines Starting in January Starting today, Monday, November 11, 2024, San Francisco drivers are facing a new parking rule: if you park too close to an crosswalk (whether it’s marked or not, and even if the curb isn’t red), you might find more...

171-Foot PG&E Building Hosts SF’s First Permanent Light Show171-Foot PG&E Building Hosts SF’s First Permanent Light Show
By - posted 11/7/2024
Artsy Fartsy, Brand New, Downtown San Francisco, Get Out: Events, Only in San Francisco, San Francisco, Wow

San Francisco’s skyline is about to get a dazzling new addition with the launch of “East Cut Electric,” the city’s first permanent building light projection. Set against the iconic backdrop of a 171-foot-tall PG&E Substation, this mesmerizing display will blend ’70s retro charm with state-of-the-art animation, lighting up the night more...

SF’s Golden Gate Park Gets Stunning New Glowing ArchwaySF’s Golden Gate Park Gets Stunning New Glowing Archway
By - posted 11/5/2024
Artsy Fartsy, Brand New, Only in San Francisco, Outdoorsy, Parks & Beaches, San Francisco, Wow

Although it’s been trialed for the past few weeks, on Friday night, November 8, 2024, arts nonprofit Illuminate will officially unveil a large-scale, illuminated arch inside Golden Gate Park. In conjunction with the unveiling, the Bay Area Ridge Trail will reroute to run directly through this new landmark, merging art more...

New Japanese Bowling Alley & Arcade Coming to SF November 2024New Japanese Bowling Alley & Arcade Coming to SF November 2024
By - posted 11/1/2024
Brand New, Fun & Games, San Francisco

San Francisco is getting a brand new Japanese bowling center. A new Round1 Bowling & Arcade which originally opened in Japan back in 1993 will be opening up a new bowling complex with 12 lanes in Stonestown Galleria. Round1’s entertianment permit was approved by the San Francisco Entertainment Commission at their July more...