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SF Will Be the First City in California to Have Boozy Entertainment ZonesSF Will Be the First City in California to Have Boozy Entertainment Zones
By - posted 6/26/2024
Bars, Brand New, San Francisco, Support the Bay

San Francisco to Become First City in California to Create New Entertainment Zones Authorized under new state law, the first Entertainment Zone will be in Downtown San Francisco on Front Street under Mayor Breed’s legislation approved today. Other EZ locations being considered include Union Square, Mid-Market, and Thrive City. On June 25, 2024, more...

New Permanent Oceanfront Park at SF's Great Highway?New Permanent Oceanfront Park at SF’s Great Highway?
By - posted 6/24/2024
New Parks, Outdoorsy, Parks & Beaches, San Francisco

San Francisco is putting it to the vote; should The Great Highway be turned into a permanent oceanfront park? Voters will decide in November 2024. The Great Highway is a 3.8-mile-long roadway running along Ocean Beach on the westernmost side of San Francisco. The Upper Great Highway is a two-mile segment more...

SF's Bob's Donuts is Moving! (Just One Block Away)SF’s Bob’s Donuts is Moving! (Just One Block Away)
By - posted 6/18/2024
Bay Area Favorites, Only in San Francisco, San Francisco

Thanks for KRON4 and Hoodline for letting us know that, although our favorite late-night donut shop is closing down its original Polk Street location, it’s not all bad news. After over 50 years of serving up hot donuts at 1621 Polk Street @ Clay, the iconic Bob’s Donuts 24/7 donut haven more...

Castro Theatre’s Iconic Neon Blade Sign & Marquee Official Relighting (June 19)Castro Theatre’s Iconic Neon Blade Sign & Marquee Official Relighting (June 19)
By - posted 6/12/2024
Local Icons, Reopening, San Francisco

On June 19, 2024 celebrate the official re-lighting of the Castro Theatre’s iconic neon blade sign and marquee, as part of Another Planet Entertainment’s restoration and renovation efforts. On Wednesday, June 19 beginning at 7pm, Frameline48’s Juneteenth Opening Night Film and Block Party will coincide with the official re-lighting of the more...

Castro’s Juneteenth Block Party: Lil Nas X Outdoor Screening & Drag ShowCastro’s Juneteenth Block Party: Lil Nas X Outdoor Screening & Drag Show
By - posted 6/12/2024
LGBTQ+, Pride, San Francisco

Curtain up and light the lights – and let them be neon in rainbow hues. Hosted by the arts nonprofit Frameline, (www.frameline.org) the San Francisco International LGBTQ+ Film Festival (Frameline48) kicks off its 48th edition with a first-of-its-kind outdoor special event and film screening in front of its “Forever Home,” San more...

Team Behind NYC's Highline Might Redesign SF's Powell StreetTeam Behind NYC’s Highline Might Redesign SF’s Powell Street
By - posted 6/10/2024
Bay Area Updates, San Francisco

In the summer of 2023, Mayor London Breed and Board of Supervisors President Aaron Peskin announced $4 million in funding for the Powell Street Improvement Project​. The City asked the Union Square Alliance to lead the initial design phases of the project. The Alliance has been working since early this year more...

SF's Brand New Free Grocery Store Opens in BayviewSF’s Brand New Free Grocery Store Opens in Bayview
By - posted 6/5/2024
Brand New, Getting Help, Groceries / Supermarkets, San Francisco

Today, Mayor London N. Breed, the San Francisco Human Services Agency (SFHSA), and Bayview Hunters Point Multipurpose Senior Services celebrated the grand opening of the District 10 Community Market in Bayview-Hunters Point. The Market officially opens its doors to serve the community on Wednesday, June 5. The District 10 Community Market., located more...

SF's Iconic Anchor Brewing is Coming BackSF’s Iconic Anchor Brewing is Coming Back
By - posted 6/4/2024
Bay Area Favorites, Eat & Drink, Reopening, San Francisco

Thanks to SF Gate for sharing the news that San Francisco’s iconic Anchor Brewing is making a return. Shepherd Futures, the family office of Chobani CEO and founder, Hamdi Ulukaya, today announced its acquisition of the assets of Anchor Brewing Company (Anchor), America’s first craft brewery, for an undisclosed amount. The more...

SF's Central Freeway Might Be Torn DownSF’s Central Freeway Might Be Torn Down
By - posted 5/31/2024
Bay Area Updates, Housing, New Parks, San Francisco, Transportation

San Francisco’s Central Freeway (the stub of 101 that runs from the 280 to Octavia over Division Street) might get torn down and replaced with a park. Vision Blvd is a grassroots San Francisco campaign, calling for the complete removal of the Central Freeway and replace it with abundant new housing, 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...

SF's Open-Air "Boat Tram" is Back this SummerSF’s Open-Air “Boat Tram” is Back this Summer
By - posted 5/24/2024
Bay Area Updates, San Francisco, Transportation

San Francisco’s iconic boat tram is coming back this summer. Look out for Muni’s most popular streetcar, 1934 Blackpool, England Boat Tram 233. They’re testing the historic open-air boat tram currently and plan to run it all summer. The opening date for service has not yet been announced. “Jolly Roger” will run as more...

SF's Lake Merced is Getting a New Trail + Picnic AreaSF’s Lake Merced is Getting a New Trail + Picnic Area
By - posted 5/24/2024
Bay Area Updates, Outdoorsy, Parks & Beaches, San Francisco

San Francisco’s Lake Merced is getting a brand new trail and picnic area in late 2024. We’ve started working on the northern part of the Lake Merced Trail Improvement Project. To accommodate construction, the trail along Skyline Boulevard is closed through late June. Pedestrians should follow the detour through Harding Park 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...

San Francisco's May Festivals & Street FairsSan Francisco’s May Festivals & Street Fairs
By - posted 5/18/2024
Fairs & Festivals, Festival Updates, Get Out: Events, Only in San Francisco, San Francisco

Here’s a round-up of fun and fabulous May festivals, street fairs, and events including San Francisco’s Carnaval, The Bay’s Huge “626 Night Market,” Bay to Breakers, and more you can look forward to this May 2024. >  We’ll be updating this guide with more May events soon! MAY 2024 SFMOMA Free Community Day more...

$5 Fee Coming to Some Pickleball & Tennis Courts in SF$5 Fee Coming to Some Pickleball & Tennis Courts in SF
By - posted 5/16/2024
Bay Area Updates, Brand New, San Francisco

A $5 reservation fee at select tennis and pickleball locations was passed unanimously by the San Francisco Recreation and Park Commission today. The initiative, which will go before the San Francisco Board of Supervisors for final approval, aims to streamline court management while ensuring equitable access to tennis and pickleball facilities more...