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Downtown SF's "Winter Wander-land" Returns for 2024Downtown SF’s “Winter Wander-land” Returns for 2024
By - posted 11/25/2024
Bay Area Favorites, Downtown San Francisco, Holiday Lights, San Francisco

San Francisco announces the return of Winter Wander-land, a series of special events, attractions, and activations that last year alone drew more than 1.6 million people to Union Square during the holiday season. From November through the end of December, a variety of businesses throughout the neighborhood will spread the holiday 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...

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...

Catch a Free Ferry! SF <-> Richmond Rides Free Every Friday Until 2025Catch a Free Ferry! SF <-> Richmond Rides Free Every Friday Until 2025
By - posted 10/30/2024
Bay Area Updates, Downtown San Francisco, Only in San Francisco, Road Trip, San Francisco, Transportation, Travel

San Francisco Bay Ferry just announced that ferry rides between Richmond and Downtown San Francisco will be free every Friday from November 1 through the end of 2024. Ferry Nice!!!! The ferry ride is approximately 35 minutes and takes off from Gate E2 at the Downtown SF Terminal at the Ferry Building more...

Free SF Art Museum Opens in Historic Downtown Bank Building "The Cube"Free SF Art Museum Opens in Historic Downtown Bank Building “The Cube”
By - posted 10/28/2024
Downtown San Francisco, Museums / Cultural Institutions, Only in San Francisco, San Francisco, What's Closed / What's Open

In a bold move bridging San Francisco’s history and future, the Institute of Contemporary Art San Francisco (ICA SF) celebrated its grand opening from October 25-27, 2024, marking a major milestone for the city’s art scene and showcasing a model for revitalizing vacant urban spaces. Known as The Cube, the 78,000-square-foot, more...

New Halloween Block Party for 10,000+ Comes to Downtown SFNew Halloween Block Party for 10,000+ Comes to Downtown SF
By - posted 10/24/2024
Block Party, Brand New, Downtown San Francisco, Eat & Drink, Fairs & Festivals, Fall, Only in San Francisco, San Francisco

San Francisco’s first “entertainment zone” will transform into a Halloween haven for the city’s brand-new “Nightmare on Front Street” event. Set for Thursday, October 31, 2024 from 2–10 p.m., the free block party will offer a full day of spooky fun in the heart of downtown. Attendees can expect DJs, more...