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"West Coast Craft Market" is Back in SF on Oct. 10“West Coast Craft Market” is Back in SF on Oct. 10
By - posted 10/4/2020
Artsy Fartsy, Get Out: Events, What's Closed / What's Open

The first West Coast Craft Market of 2020 will take place Saturday, October 10, from 10am to 4pm, at Fort Mason Center in San Francisco. DATE CHANGE – Event is now October 10th (it was originally scheduled for October 3rd but was moved due to poor air quality) This single-day, outdoor market more...

SF's Huge 150-Foot Ferris Wheel Opens "Late October"SF’s Huge 150-Foot Ferris Wheel Opens “Late October”
By - posted 9/30/2020
Bay Area Updates, What's Closed / What's Open

A huge observation wheel intended to be a centerpiece of Golden Gate Park’s 150th Anniversary celebrations on in April has sat dormant after being partially constructed at the beginning of COVID-19. Because there was no great place to store a 15-story wheel, it was decided the best move was to install it more...

California Academy of Sciences Reopens Oct. 23California Academy of Sciences Reopens Oct. 23
By - posted 9/30/2020
Bay Area Updates, Museums / Cultural Institutions, What's Closed / What's Open

After a 214-day temporary closure, the California Academy of Sciences in Golden Gate Park will reopen to members and donors on October 13 and the general public on October 23. Member and donor tickets will be available to reserve online beginning October 5, and public tickets on October 14. All guests more...

San Francisco Churches Can Reopen Indoors Sept. 30San Francisco Churches Can Reopen Indoors Sept. 30
By - posted 9/29/2020
What's Closed / What's Open

Starting on Wednesday, September 30, places of worship can open indoors at 25% capacity, up to 100 people. Outdoor worship services will continue, now with up to 200 people, as long as there is sufficient space to allow for social distancing. Singing or chanting is not allowed indoors since choirs and more...

SF's Updated Timeline for Reopening AnnouncedSF’s Updated Timeline for Reopening Announced
By - posted 9/29/2020
Outdoor Dining, What's Closed / What's Open

San Francisco to Move Forward with Reopening More Businesses and Activities on September 30 Tuesday, September 29, 2020 Now that San Francisco is assigned to the State’s Orange tier, the City will move forward on reopening indoor restaurants and places of worship, and other activities including plans for outdoor family entertainment, playgrounds more...

Indoor Movie Theaters Can Reopen in SF on Oct. 7thIndoor Movie Theaters Can Reopen in SF on Oct. 7th
By - posted 9/29/2020
What's Closed / What's Open

San Francisco has set a timeline for opening indoor movie theaters and outdoor playgrounds. Indoor movie theaters are slated to reopen at a limited capacity and with modifications on Wednesday, October 7, and public outdoor playgrounds are planned to open in mid-October, now that State restrictions have eased. The Department of more...

Indoor Dining in San Francisco is Back Sept. 30thIndoor Dining in San Francisco is Back Sept. 30th
By - posted 9/29/2020
Eat & Drink, Outdoor Dining, What's Closed / What's Open

After initially stating that indoor dining wouldn’t happen until “Mid-October”, San Francisco today announced a revision to their reopening timeline for indoor dining which is set to resume on September 30th. See San Francisco’s latest reopening timeline | Indoor Dining Updates Indoor Dining Rules/Restrictions We expect the rules to evolve over time, but more...

SF's Cable Cars Are Back. But You Can't Take a Ride (Yet)SF’s Cable Cars Are Back. But You Can’t Take a Ride (Yet)
By - posted 9/29/2020
Only in San Francisco, What's Closed / What's Open

Although all the cable cars in service got replaced by buses on March 17th and won’t return “until further notice,” SF’s cable cars are making a comeback of sorts. According to the Market Street Railway website, starting this past weekend, a cable car is now on display at the Powell St. more...

SF's "Conservatory of Flowers" Reopens Oct. 1SF’s “Conservatory of Flowers” Reopens Oct. 1
By - posted 9/28/2020
Bay Area Updates, Museums / Cultural Institutions, What's Closed / What's Open

The Conservatory of Flowers will reopen to visitors beginning Thursday, October 1 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 more...

SF Announces New Outdoor Concert PlanSF Announces New Outdoor Concert Plan
By - posted 9/25/2020
Bay Area Updates, Brand New, What's Closed / What's Open

Mayor London Breed Announces Program for Outdoor Entertainment and Amplified Sound as Part of City’s Reopening Friday, September 25, 2020 The Entertainment Commission’s JAM or “Just Add Music” permit will regulate entertainment and amplified sound at Shared Spaces locations, private business property, and other outdoor settings. Permit is available at no cost. Photo more...

SF's Dive Bar "Lucky 13" is Back... for NowSF’s Dive Bar “Lucky 13” is Back… for Now
By - posted 9/25/2020
Outdoor Dining, What's Closed / What's Open

ICYMI, lovably dirty and dank dive bar Lucky 13 just reopened in mid September. According to Instagram, their back patio is open 3-9pm every day. And like all bars, food is required in order to order drinks. This was the bar that Funcheap drank at the final night before everything shut more...

de Young Museum's "Free Saturdays" Return Sept. 26de Young Museum’s “Free Saturdays” Return Sept. 26
By - posted 9/24/2020
Museums / Cultural Institutions, What's Closed / What's Open

COVID-19 Update – Free Saturdays are back as of September 26, 2020. Timed tickets will be required. Reserve in advance online, or limited number of tickets may be available the membership desk the day of. Review updated social-distancing rules Things may change – Check the de young site and social for latest updates Website | Instagram | Facebook Every Saturday, the de Young more...

Twin Peaks Overlook Reopens to Cars at NightTwin Peaks Overlook Reopens to Cars at Night
By - posted 9/23/2020
City Insight, Only in San Francisco, Outdoorsy, What's Closed / What's Open

SF Rec and Park just announced that Twin Peaks will be reopening for cars to access the overlook. From 6pm to midnight, the Portola Gate will now be open to vehicles. However, during the day, the gate will remain closed to vehicles for safe, socially-distanced recreation on this scenic route. Related Stories: Twin more...

SF's Chinatown Grant Ave. Outdoor Dining Now Thru DecemberSF’s Chinatown Grant Ave. Outdoor Dining Now Thru December
By - posted 9/23/2020
Eat & Drink, Outdoor Dining, What's Closed / What's Open

The event San Francisco Chinatown’s iconic Grant Avenue will be closed off to traffic and cars for a pleasant open walkway under vibrant red lanterns every weekend from July through December. Enjoy a historic street stroll, outdoor dining, and an Asian shopping experience. Update: Originally scheduled to end on September 20th, the more...

Free National Parks Day on “National Public Lands Day”Free National Parks Day on “National Public Lands Day”
By - posted 9/22/2020
Bay Area Updates, What's Closed / What's Open

Sometimes you’ve just got to get away from the hustle and bustle of the city to enjoy the serenity of a national park. In normal times, on certain “fee-free” days throughout the year, enjoy free entry to all national parks and monuments including Muir Woods and Yosemite National Park and free admission aboard all more...