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Castro Theatre Reopening Delayed Until Fall 2025Castro Theatre Reopening Delayed Until Fall 2025
By - posted 3/12/2025
Bay Area Updates, San Francisco, What's Closed / What's Open

Thanks to SFist for sharing the news the reopening of the Castro Theatre has been delayed due to an ongoing issue with PG&E power access. Initially planned for summer 2025, with hopes of being open for Pride Month, the theater is now expected to open at the earliest in fall more...

Cult Fav Chicken Chain "Raising Cane’s" Coming to SFCult Fav Chicken Chain “Raising Cane’s” Coming to SF
By - posted 3/10/2025
Brand New, Eat & Drink, San Francisco

Thanks to SF Gate for sharing the news that San Francisco is finally getting its own Raising Cane’s. The popular chicken chain, known for its crispy chicken fingers, signature Cane’s sauce, and buttery Texas toast, will open its first SF location at Stonestown Galleria. Set to take over the former McDonald’s 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...

Outside Lands' Eager Beaver Pre-Sale: March 5 (2025)Outside Lands’ Eager Beaver Pre-Sale: March 5 (2025)
By - posted 3/4/2025
Fairs & Festivals, Festival Updates, San Francisco

It’s time to get ready for Outside Lands to take over Golden Gate Park on August 8-10, 2025 to get the heart of San Francisco pumping. There’s no official word on the headliners yet, but 3-Day Eager Beaver tickets get unearthed on Wednesday, March 5, 2025, for $485.05 ($425 + $60.05 fees), which more...

Popular BBQ Joint "Everett & Jones" Opening in SFPopular BBQ Joint “Everett & Jones” Opening in SF
By - posted 2/28/2025
Eat & Drink, San Francisco

Thanks to the San Francisco Chronicle for sharing that Everett & Jones, is set to open a new location at San Francisco’s Fisherman’s Wharf. The San Francisco Port Commission has approved a lease for the restaurant at 300 Jefferson St., a two-story space that has been vacant since 2020. The new restaurant more...

SF's New Simpsons Inspired Pop Up Bar "Moe'z"SF’s New Simpsons Inspired Pop Up Bar “Moe’z”
By - posted 2/25/2025
Bars, Brand New, San Francisco

Thanks to 48 Hills for sharing the news that San Francisco has a new destination for fans of The Simpsons. Moe’z, a pop-up bar inspired by Moe’s Tavern, has opened in Lower Nob Hill. Located on Sutter Street, this bar offers an experience with references to the long-running animated series. The more...

SF May End Free Street Parking in Golden Gate ParkSF May End Free Street Parking in Golden Gate Park
By - posted 2/24/2025
Bay Area Updates, San Francisco, Transportation

Thanks to SF Chronicle for sharing the news that San Francisco officials are considering new parking fees for Golden Gate Park, potentially ending free street parking along Martin Luther King Drive and other park roads. The proposal, which is part of a broader effort to address a growing budget deficit, 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...

SF's Free Muni Weekend: Lunar New Year 2025 + NBA All-Star Game (Feb. 15-16)SF’s Free Muni Weekend: Lunar New Year 2025 + NBA All-Star Game (Feb. 15-16)
By - posted 2/14/2025
Downtown San Francisco, Only in San Francisco, San Francisco, Transportation, Travel

To celebrate Lunar New Year 2025 and the NBA All-Star Weekend, Muni is offering FREE rides all weekend long—making it easier to join the fun! 🎉🐉🏀 🚍 Free Muni Details When? 48 Hours this weekend Saturday, February 15, 2025 – 12:01 AM to Sunday, February 16, 2025 – 11:59 PM Where? Free rides on ALL Muni buses, 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...

60+ Free SF Guided Walking Tours Over President's Day Weekend 202560+ Free SF Guided Walking Tours Over President’s Day Weekend 2025
By - posted 2/10/2025
City Discoveries, San Francisco, Valentine's Day

Got a long weekend? Take a guided walk around San Francisco and learn something new about the city you love over Valentine’s Day and President’s Day Weekend. 2025 President’s Day Weekend Walking Tours February 14-17, 2025 All Over San Francisco FREE, but donations are greatly appreciated San Francisco City Guides Schedule Friday, February 14, 2025 – 12 Tours 9:30 more...

The Castro Could Become SF's Largest Open-Air "Party" ZoneThe Castro Could Become SF’s Largest Open-Air “Party” Zone
By - posted 2/7/2025
Bars, Bay Area Updates, Block Party, City Insight, Eat & Drink, San Francisco

The Castro could become SF’s largest entertainment zone. San Francisco’s nightlife scene might be getting a big boost, as a new proposal could turn The Castro into the city’s largest “entertainment zone.” If approved, this designation would allow bars in the area to serve to-go cocktails during permitted street events, creating more...

Jerry Garcia Museum Coming to San Francisco?Jerry Garcia Museum Coming to San Francisco?
By - posted 2/7/2025
Brand New, Museums / Cultural Institutions, San Francisco

San Francisco may soon be home to a new museum dedicated to legendary Grateful Dead frontman Jerry Garcia, celebrating his roots in the city’s Excelsior District. The project, spearheaded by the Jerry Day Committee, is still in its early planning stages, but organizers hope to bring Garcia’s lasting musical legacy more...