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Where to See SF's Wildflowers (Spring 2025)Where to See SF’s Wildflowers (Spring 2025)
By - posted 5/14/2025
Outdoorsy, Parks & Beaches, San Francisco, Spring Flowers

2025 didn’t bring spectacular rains as in past years, so we can’t expect any superblooms this year. However, there’s still wonderful wildflowers to check out in San Francisco. Thanks to SF Recreations and Parks Department for putting together a list of wildflowers that will be in bloom and natural areas to more...

SF's New Pro Soccer Team Brings $10M Upgrade to Kezar StadiumSF’s New Pro Soccer Team Brings $10M Upgrade to Kezar Stadium
By - posted 5/12/2025
Brand New, Outdoorsy, Parks & Beaches

Thanks to SFist for sharing the news about San Francisco’s brand new soccer team. A new men’s team, Golden City Football Club (GCFC), is set to launch in 2026 or 2027 and will call Kezar Stadium in Golden Gate Park its home. The team will compete in MLS NEXT Pro, a more...

Traffic Fix Coming to Golden Gate ParkTraffic Fix Coming to Golden Gate Park
By - posted 5/6/2025
Parks & Beaches, San Francisco, Transportation

If you’ve ever been stuck in a slow crawl trying to get into the Music Concourse garage at Golden Gate Park, relief may be on the way. Starting May 12, the San Francisco Recreation and Park Department, in partnership with the SFMTA, will begin a short construction project to improve more...

SF’s New 2-Mile Oceanfront Park Officially Named "Sunset Dunes"SF’s New 2-Mile Oceanfront Park Officially Named “Sunset Dunes”
By - posted 4/9/2025
Brand New, New Parks, Only in San Francisco, Outdoorsy, Parks & Beaches, San Francisco

San Francisco’s latest park addition, nestled along the scenic Upper Great Highway, has a name that perfectly captures its beauty and spirit: Sunset Dunes. The newly christened 2-mile stretch of coastal parkland, set to open on April 12, 2025, is the city’s newest 50-acre outdoor retreat, blending nature, recreation, and community more...

Stern Grove Festival Drops Epic 2025 Lineup (Yes, It's Still Free!)Stern Grove Festival Drops Epic 2025 Lineup (Yes, It’s Still Free!)
By - posted 4/8/2025
Only in San Francisco, Outdoorsy, Parks & Beaches

One of San Francisco’s most treasured summer traditions is back—and it’s bigger, bolder, and groovier than ever. Stern Grove Festival, the nation’s longest-running free outdoor music festival, has officially announced its 2025 lineup, and it’s packed with living legends, indie icons, genre-defying stars, and homegrown Bay Area talent. Headlining the 88th more...

Beautiful Azaleas in Bloom at SF's Japanese Tea GardenBeautiful Azaleas in Bloom at SF’s Japanese Tea Garden
By - posted 3/6/2025
Outdoorsy, Parks & Beaches, San Francisco, Spring Flowers

Azaleas Bloom at the Japanese Tea Garden Azaleas, camellias, and rhododendrons are adding eye-catching pops of color to the Japanese Tea Garden. They are the eye-catching magenta flowers on rounded bushes primarily at the entrance of the Japanese Tea Garden with some more sprinkled throughout. Come by and see them for yourself more...

SF's Getting a Brand New 5-Acre Embarcadero Waterfront ParkSF’s Getting a Brand New 5-Acre Embarcadero Waterfront Park
By - posted 3/4/2025
Brand New, New Parks, Outdoorsy, Parks & Beaches, San Francisco

Embarcadero Waterfront Park Revitalization Moves Forward San Francisco’s Board of Supervisors has approved a plan to revamp Embarcadero Plaza and the adjacent Sue Bierman Park as part of ongoing efforts to boost Downtown’s public spaces. The project is a collaboration between the San Francisco Recreation and Park Department, Office of Economic more...

Ocean Beach Bonfires are Back for 2025Ocean Beach Bonfires are Back for 2025
By - posted 2/24/2025
Bay Area Updates, Outdoorsy, Parks & Beaches, Reopening, San Francisco

For the first time in four months, it’s finally legal again to have a bonfire at Ocean Beach. During the “No Burn” Season (which runs from November 1 to the end of February), bonfires are not allowed, but starting March 1, 2025 bonfires are back through the end of October more...

Golden Gate Park Hosts 125+ Free Live Concerts in 2025Golden Gate Park Hosts 125+ Free Live Concerts in 2025
By - posted 2/19/2025
Festival Updates, Outdoorsy, Parks & Beaches, San Francisco

Illuminate and SF Rec and Park to kick off 5th Season of Free Live Music at the Golden Gate Bandshell on March 1, 2025 with more than 125 performances are planned to celebrate the Bandshell’s 125th anniversary. Illuminate and the San Francisco Recreation and Park Department will present more than 125 free more...

SF’s Jackson Playground Gets New Basketball Court MuralSF’s Jackson Playground Gets New Basketball Court Mural
By - posted 2/12/2025
Brand New, Parks & Beaches, San Francisco

San Francisco’s Jackson Playground basketball court is set to receive a temporary art makeover, celebrating the city’s love of basketball as it prepares to host the NBA All-Star Game at Chase Center in February. The San Francisco Recreation and Park Department has partnered with artist Victor Solomon and the Courtside Foundation, more...

SF's Dogpatch Park Gets Makeover for First Time in 43 YearsSF’s Dogpatch Park Gets Makeover for First Time in 43 Years
By - posted 2/11/2025
Outdoorsy, Parks & Beaches, Reopening, San Francisco

San Francisco’s Esprit Park in the Dogpatch neighborhood has reopened following its first major renovation in 43 years. The $8.5 million renovation project, led by the San Francisco Recreation and Park Department in partnership with UCSF and local organizations, modernized the park while maintaining its natural atmosphere. The two-acre park now more...

SF’s Magnificent "Peak" Magnolia Bloom is Here (2025)SF’s Magnificent “Peak” Magnolia Bloom is Here (2025)
By - posted 2/7/2025
Bay Area Updates, Outdoorsy, Parks & Beaches, San Francisco

Thanks to San Francisco Botanical Garden for sharing the news that the first of their beautiful magnolias are blooming. One of San Francisco’s most breathtaking natural marvels, the annual bloom of more than 200 rare and historic magnolias with trees reaching 80 feet, is typically at its peak from mid-January through March at the SF Botanical Garden. Velvety more...

SF Union Square’s Makeover: Ping Pong, Pop-A-Shot & JugglingSF Union Square’s Makeover: Ping Pong, Pop-A-Shot & Juggling
By - posted 1/29/2025
Bay Area Updates, Brand New, Downtown San Francisco, Fun & Games, Parks & Beaches, San Francisco

Union Square is getting a much-needed glow-up. Recently, Union Square has more pigeons than people, but now the iconic San Francisco destination is set to buzz with energy thanks to a packed lineup of free events and activities. From live music and chess tournaments to dance workouts and juggling lessons, more...

SF's Gorgeous Magnolia Bloom 2025 in Golden Gate ParkSF’s Gorgeous Magnolia Bloom 2025 in Golden Gate Park
By - posted 1/20/2025
Bay Area Updates, Outdoorsy, Parks & Beaches, San Francisco

Thanks to San Francisco Botanical Garden for sharing the news that the first of their beautiful magnolias are blooming. One of San Francisco’s most breathtaking natural marvels, the annual bloom of more than 200 rare and historic magnolias with trees reaching 80 feet, is typically at its peak from January through March at the SF Botanical more...

SF's Great Highway Park to Get Art MakeoverSF’s Great Highway Park to Get Art Makeover
By - posted 12/26/2024
Bay Area Updates, Outdoorsy, Parks & Beaches

Thanks to SF Chronicle for sharing that new artwork is planned for San Francisco’s Great Highway Park.  New Art Installations Planned for Great Highway Park San Francisco is moving forward with plans to transform the Upper Great Highway into a permanent recreational space, and a key component of this transformation is the more...