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Alcatraz Reopens Cellblock Tours After Nearly a YearAlcatraz Reopens Cellblock Tours After Nearly a Year
By - posted 3/9/2021
Bay Area Updates, Museums / Cultural Institutions, Only in San Francisco, Reopening, What's Closed / What's Open

Just announced, Alcatraz is fully reopening on March 15, 2021. Thanks to Marin Independent Journal for sharing that Alcatraz is reopening for the first time for indoor cellblock tours since March 14, 2020. Alcatraz reopened for outdoor tours only in August, but closed again on December 6 when cases surged. The more...

San Francisco Opens Brand New 65,000 sqft Animal ShelterSan Francisco Opens Brand New 65,000 sqft Animal Shelter
By - posted 3/8/2021
Brand New, What's Closed / What's Open

Mayor London N. Breed today announced the opening of Animal Care & Control’s new state-of-the-art, seismically safe shelter in the Mission District that will serve the thousands of domestic and wildlife critters that come through the doors every year. San Francisco Animal Care & Control is the City’s only open-door animal more...

SF's "House of Prime Rib" is Back for Indoor Dining (Again)SF’s “House of Prime Rib” is Back for Indoor Dining (Again)
By - posted 3/7/2021
Indoor Dining, Reopening, What's Closed / What's Open

Thanks to SF Gate and SFist for letting us know that House of Prime Rib has finally reopened (again) now that indoor dining is back in San Francisco. The cult classic restaurant on Van Ness originally reopened in October after an initial 6-month closure and immediately had 3,000+ reservations, but was more...

SF's Only City Outdoor Pool Reopens March 8SF’s Only City Outdoor Pool Reopens March 8
By - posted 3/7/2021
Bay Area Updates, Reopening, Swimming / Waterparks, What's Closed / What's Open

San Francisco’s Mission Pool reopens on Monday, March 8, 2021 after receiving a brand new boiler. Lap swim times are currently posted for the March 8 to 20 session. Registration for this session opened on Friday, March 5 at 8 a.m. Open Monday to Saturday 9 a.m. -5:30 p.m. (Closed Sundays) Registration more...

Asian Art Museum Free Day March 7Asian Art Museum Free Day March 7
By - posted 3/7/2021
Artsy Fartsy, Museums / Cultural Institutions, Reopening, What's Closed / What's Open

The Asian Art Museum is welcoming you back to the museum on March 4th with timed tickets and 25% capacity. General admission will be free to all on Sunday, March 7 Reserve Tickets |  What to Expect | Plan your visit | Current Exhibits The museum is home to one of the more...

Alameda County's Carnival Fair Food Feast is ComingAlameda County’s Carnival Fair Food Feast is Coming
By - posted 3/5/2021
Eat & Drink, Fairs & Festivals, Things to Do, What's Closed / What's Open

Love carnival food? You’re in luck. Get a little taste of the fair with Alameda County Fair’s “Grab-n-Stay Fair Food Feast” starting March 11, 2021. Enjoy food on the lawn, take it to go or schedule curbside pick-up from 11 fairtime vendors. From corn dogs to churros, candy apples to funnel cakes, more...

Oakland A's Tickets On Sale March 23Oakland A’s Tickets On Sale March 23
By - posted 3/5/2021
Bay Area Updates, Reopening, What's Closed / What's Open

Just minutes after the big news today that the state of California updated the rules to allow stadiums to host fans earlier than expected, the Oakland A’s have announced that tickets for the 2021 season will be going on sale on March 23rd. Seats will likely be available in “pods” more...

Could Huge Outdoor Concerts Be Coming Back to SF Soon?Could Huge Outdoor Concerts Be Coming Back to SF Soon?
By - posted 3/5/2021
Bay Area Updates, Brand New, Festival Updates, Reopening, What's Closed / What's Open

California state officials just announced updates to their blueprint for opening California and moved up the timelines for reopening. In addition to announcing that outdoor stadiums and theme parks can reopen starting April 1, officials also announced that live performances with fans/attendees can take place starting April 1. San Francisco is currently more...

Giants & A's Ballparks Can Now Open April 1stGiants & A’s Ballparks Can Now Open April 1st
By - posted 3/5/2021
Bay Area Updates, Brand New, Reopening, What's Closed / What's Open

California state officials have just announced changes to their blueprint for opening up California and moves up the timeline for reopening. Thanks to KRON4 for sharing the news that California has updated and loosened its restrictions on outdoor activities. Outdoor stadiums and live performances with in-person attendees, can now take place more...

California Academy of Sciences Reopens March 17California Academy of Sciences Reopens March 17
By - posted 3/4/2021
Bay Area Updates, Museums / Cultural Institutions, Only in San Francisco, Reopening, What's Closed / What's Open

Ready, set, science... California Academy of Sciences is reopening on March 17, after being closed for 3.5 months from November 29, 2020, through March 14, 2021. Members and donors will have early access on March 15-16. Tickets will be available beginning March 10, and all guests, including members, must reserve tickets more...

Winchester Mystery House Reopens March 6 w/ New ToursWinchester Mystery House Reopens March 6 w/ New Tours
By - posted 3/4/2021
Bay Area Updates, Brand New, Museums / Cultural Institutions, Reopening, Things to Do, What's Closed / What's Open

Winchester Mystery House is reopening its doors on Saturday, March 6, 2021. They’ve reimagined their tours, and now launching their brand new self-guided tours through the mansion. The Self-Guided Mansion Tour has been built with social distancing protocols in mind, with one way tour paths and features the larger rooms in the more...

AMC & Cinemark Movie Theaters Reopening March 5AMC & Cinemark Movie Theaters Reopening March 5
By - posted 3/4/2021
Bay Area Updates, Brand New, Reopening, Things to Do, What's Closed / What's Open

Thanks to KRON4 for sharing the news that movie theater chains AMC and Cinemark are both reopening on Friday, March 5, 2021, in both San Francisco and Santa Clara counties. Although you are now free to catch a flick, you can’t munch on any popcorn yet in San Francisco. Food and more...

SF's "Conservatory of Flowers" Reopens March 5SF’s “Conservatory of Flowers” Reopens March 5
By - posted 3/4/2021
Bay Area Updates, Museums / Cultural Institutions, Reopening, What's Closed / What's Open

The Conservatory of Flowers reopens to visitors Friday, March 5, 2021 with modifications in place to ensure public safety and prevent the spread of COVID-19. Guests will be required to wear face coverings and the Conservatory will limit the number of visitors to 25 percent of its normal capacity to ensure more...

Specialty's Cafe & Bakery is Back (And Their Cookies Too)Specialty’s Cafe & Bakery is Back (And Their Cookies Too)
By - posted 3/4/2021
Bay Area Updates, Eat & Drink, Reopening, What's Closed / What's Open

Thanks to Palo Alto Online for sharing the news that well loved Bay Area cafe chain Specialty’s Cafe & Bakery has reopened.  The popular bakery chain had unfortunately shut down in May last year, after 33 years in business. They had filed for bankruptcy and closed all 50 locations due to more...

Children's Fairyland is Reopening on March 19Children’s Fairyland is Reopening on March 19
By - posted 3/3/2021
Bay Area Updates, Museums / Cultural Institutions, Reopening, What's Closed / What's Open

Oakland’s Children’s Fairyland is reopening on March 19, 2021. To start, they’ll be open 3 days a week (Friday through Sunday) with two sessions each day, a morning (9am – noon) and an afternoon session (1 – 4pm). The Sanitation Team will deep clean the park between sessions. Their five-day schedule (Wednesday more...