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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...

Bay Area's Best Pumpkin Patches for 2024Bay Area’s Best Pumpkin Patches for 2024
By - posted 10/18/2024
Bay Area Favorites, Fun & Games, Halloween

Get into the fall spirit by picking out your favorite pumpkin at a local pumpkin patch. Best of all, nearly all of the pumpkin patches listed below offer free admission for all. Some fun fall activities like their corn mazes or hayrides may require a fee though. Here’s a list of more...

SF's Only Indoor Waterslide Pool is Free (Oct. 1-2)SF’s Only Indoor Waterslide Pool is Free (Oct. 1-2)
By - posted 10/1/2024
Freebies, Fun & Games, San Francisco, Swimming / Waterparks

If you’re looking to beat the heat as SF’s “summer” temperatures soar, all 9 public pools in San Francisco will be free and open to all on October 1-2, 2024. Due to continued high temperatures, the San Francisco Recreation and Park department has extended free public swimming to today, Oct.2, from more...

SF's "Free Swim Day" at 9 City Pools (Oct. 1-2)SF’s “Free Swim Day” at 9 City Pools (Oct. 1-2)
By - posted 10/1/2024
Freebies, Fun & Games, San Francisco, Swimming / Waterparks

SF Rec and Park to Offer Free Pool Access on October 1-2, 2024 SF Residents can cool off at a nearby pool amid the hot summer weather If you’re looking to beat the heat as summer temperatures soar, all 9 public pools in San Francisco will be free and open to all more...

SF Plans 4 New "To Go Booze" Zones in Downtown & Thrive CitySF Plans 4 New “To Go Booze” Zones in Downtown & Thrive City
By - posted 9/6/2024
Bay Area Updates, Fun & Games, San Francisco

Mayor London N. Breed and Supervisor Matt Dorsey with the Office of Economic and Workforce Development (OEWD) introduced legislation on Tuesday, September 3 to create four new Entertainment Zones in Downtown, which could launch as early as December of this year. The new locations include Mid-Market, Maiden Lane, Mark Lane more...

TogetherSF Political Trivia Night (July 31)TogetherSF Political Trivia Night (July 31)
By - posted 7/29/2024
Fun & Games, Sponsored

Love trivia as much as you love San Francisco? Put your knowledge to the test and join your neighbors for political trivia night with TogetherSF and the Westside Family Democratic Club at The Bitter End on Clement St! Co-hosted by DCCC member Marjan Philhour, this fun, interactive event will quiz you more...

Huge Free EDM Rave Coming to SF This Sunday (July 21)Huge Free EDM Rave Coming to SF This Sunday (July 21)
By - posted 7/16/2024
Fun & Games, Get Out: Events, San Francisco

Dirtybird is hosting a free outdoor rave in San Francisco’s Embarcadero Plaza on July 21 from 2 to 6 pm. Thanks to SF Standard for sharing the deets that Dirtybird’s Sacha Robotti is headlining Back to Baysics party, along with Deron Delgado and Moody Jones, plus two secret performers yet to be announced. Back to more...

SF's Only Indoor Waterslide Pool is Free Wednesday, July 3SF’s Only Indoor Waterslide Pool is Free Wednesday, July 3
By - posted 7/3/2024
Freebies, Fun & Games, San Francisco, Swimming / Waterparks

If you’re looking to beat the heat as summer temperatures soar, all 9 public pools in San Francisco will be free and open to all on Wednesday, July 3, 2024. Highs in San Francisco are expected to be in the mid-80s on Wednesday and a heat advisory will be in effect, more...

SF's "Free Summer Swim Day" at 9 City Pools (July 3)SF’s “Free Summer Swim Day” at 9 City Pools (July 3)
By - posted 7/3/2024
Freebies, Fun & Games, San Francisco, Swimming / Waterparks

SF Rec and Park to Offer Free Pool Access on Wednesday SF Residents can cool off at a nearby pool amid the hot summer weather If you’re looking to beat the heat as summer temperatures soar, all 9 public pools in San Francisco will be free and open to all on Wednesday, more...

Nintendo to Open Official Store in SF in 2025Nintendo to Open Official Store in SF in 2025
By - posted 5/30/2024
Brand New, Fun & Games, San Francisco

Nintendo of America today announced plans to open an official store in San Francisco’s iconic Union Square, providing a way for a wide range of visitors from near and far to experience the world of Nintendo, its products, and characters. The store, called Nintendo SAN FRANCISCO, will open in 2025 as more...

GG Park's Beer & Wine Garden is Back (Memorial Day Weekend 2024)GG Park’s Beer & Wine Garden is Back (Memorial Day Weekend 2024)
By - posted 5/23/2024
Bars, Fun & Games, Only in San Francisco, Outdoor Dining, Outdoorsy, Parks & Beaches, San Francisco

Golden Gate Park’s seasonal watering hole is back with a cocktail twist – For the first time, brunch cocktails will be available in addition to beer and wine. Starting Memorial Day Weekend 2024, park-goers can enjoy their favorite brunch cocktails as The Whale’s Tail makes a splash on the JFK Promenade, more...

Historic Downtown SF Bank Tranforms Into Roller Disco for 1 Night Only (Dec. 29)Historic Downtown SF Bank Tranforms Into Roller Disco for 1 Night Only (Dec. 29)
By - posted 12/22/2023
Fun & Games, Get Out: Events, Only in San Francisco, San Francisco, Things to Do

For one night only, the historic 130-year-old Hibernia Bank Building at 1 Jones Street in San Francisco will be will not be transformed into the Bank of 8 Wheels Roller Disco. UPDATE – According to posts on The Church of 8 Wheels social media feeds, due to issues with getting liability more...

Golden Gate Park’s Giant Ferris Wheel Moving to Fisherman's WharfGolden Gate Park’s Giant Ferris Wheel Moving to Fisherman’s Wharf
By - posted 10/25/2023
Bay Area Updates, Fun & Games, San Francisco

Thanks to the San Francisco Standard for sharing the news that after nearly 3 years in operation, San Francisco’s giant Ferris wheel, the SkyStar Observation Wheel, is saying goodbye to Golden Gate Park. The Ferris Wheel is moving across town to a triangular-shaped lot near Pier 39 and Fisherman’s Wharf known as more...

Fun New Japanese Bowling Alley Coming to SF in 2024Fun New Japanese Bowling Alley Coming to SF in 2024
By - posted 9/11/2023
Brand New, Fun & Games

In these times when all we seem to hear is about businesses closing, thanks to The San Francisco Standard for letting us know that a fun new bowling center and arcade that will be opening in SF soon. A new “Round1 Bowling & Arcade” which originally opened in Japan back in more...

9-Hole Golf Course Returns to SF's Oracle Park ⛳9-Hole Golf Course Returns to SF’s Oracle Park ⛳
By - posted 9/7/2023
Fun & Games, San Francisco

Even though the Giants bats have been dead pretty much all season, there’s still going to be a lot of swinging in Oracle Park in November. The San Francisco Giants’ are bringing back “Ballpark Back 9” turning Oracle Park’s outfield grass into a unique and interactive 9-hole golf course from November more...