Curated Events.
Enjoy the City like you live here.
Yes, the Golden Gate Bridge is spectacular, and you should experience it!
But we also recommend spending a little time between the landmarks, too, where the locals make San Francisco the trend-setting, sophisticated, utterly quirky and wonderful place that it is famous for.
With so much to do, you’ll never experience the same San Francisco twice!
‘It’s Feeling like Summer!
As we move into summer the weather in San Francisco will be … glorious, sometimes. You know what Mark Twain said — “The coldest winter he ever spent was a summer in San Francisco.” It’s true. Moving from one neighborhood to the next, it can be chilly coming around some of those hills, and the fog brings extra goosebumps. So, as we all say and often forget to do: Wear layers!
But summer is a blast, no matter the temperature. “Tis festival season, and we celebrate in every neighborhood, for all walks of life. Don’t miss the Gay Pride Parade, Carnaval, Bay-to-Breakers, North Beach Festivals, Jazz Festivals — and the list goes on. San Franciscans love any excuse to dress up (or undress, as the case may be.)
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Unscripted: Lauren Graham at the Curran Theatre
Spend an afternoon with actress and New York Times bestselling author Lauren Graham to celebrate the paperback launch of her latest book Have I Told You This Already?
Bay to Breakers!
t’s a race made for everyone, so dress up, bring your friends, and be cheered on every step of the way by SF’s finest crowds. Pushing boundaries and breaking records since 1912 — it’s your turn to join the party.
The Art of Noise
Noise for the eyes and ears: Check out floor to ceiling rock posters, audio technology and hifi listening rooms. This exhibit works for everybody in your family. Through August 18
Funny Girl
This bittersweet comedy is the story of the indomitable Fanny Brice, a girl from the Lower East Side who dreamed of a life on the stage. Everyone told her she’d never be a star, but then something funny happened—she became one of the most beloved performers in history, shining brighter than the brightest lights of Broadway. Runs April 30 - May 26.
Nightlife at the Cal Academy of Sciences - Kid-Free Fun
Every Thursday night, the California Academy of Science is open to adults only — with cocktails, live music, and the ability to explore sans kids. So fun! This week celebrates the grand opening of Native California. * Every Thursday is a different theme! *
The Symphony does Encanto
Watch the wonderful movie on the Big Screen, while the San Francisco Symphony plays the music. Friday, May 24 and Saturday, May 25th.
BottleRock Napa Valley
This is a three-day music bash with a mind-blowing lineup on five stages. One-day tickets are available. May 24 - May 26
Yayoi Kusama: Infinite Love
Walk into a Kaleidoscope!
Enter an unforgettable universe of luminous color and endless reflections, only at SFMOMA!
Experience the kaleidoscopic world of Yayoi Kusama, one of the most iconic and globally celebrated artists working today. Kusama’s first solo presentation in Northern California encompasses two Infinity Mirror Rooms, including her newest room, Dreaming of Earth’s Sphericity, I Would Offer My Love (2023), a cosmos of dancing color and light.
LOVE IS CALLING (2013), the second room in the presentation — and one of Kusama’s largest and most immersive works — features a darkened environment illuminated by vividly colored inflatable forms that extend from the floor and ceiling accompanied by the sound of the artist reciting a poem about love.
The infinite awaits. Join us for this extraordinary experience.
This is a surcharged presentation that requires a timed ticket for all visitors including teens and children.
For sensory considerations, accessibility, and additional important information about your experience, please see our full Visitor FAQ.
Read a note to our community about the artist’s history.
Lana says — With the timed entry, you will likely wait in line for a short while. Once in the experience, it is very short. We also recommend the exhibit The Visitors — especially fun if you appeciate playing or listening to music. Save an hour - and room in your suitcase - for the museum store!
Date Night with Chocolate
The perfect date night includes chocolate! Hosted inside Dandelion Chocolate’s very cool factory every Thursday night.
Dear San Francisco
Powered by mind-blowing circus acts, live original music, and more, the historic Club Fugazi—former home of Beach Blanket Babylon—is delighting audiences ages 5 to 105. Come with a date, family, friends, co-workers, and enjoy a curated menu of cicchetti (small bites) and beverages to imbibe during this new resident production, right in the heart of North Beach. Perfect for your next big night out!
Performances are Wednesdays - Sundays, with some matinees on weekends.
Antiques Bar Crawl
Experience the Alameda Point Antiques Faire — the largest antiques show in Northern California and Faction Brewery, producers of a wide range of beers in their 20-barrel brewhouse, including lagers, stouts, Belgian style beers, barrel aged beers, and the occasional sour.
The Art of Noise
Noise for the eyes and ears: Check out floor to ceiling rock posters, audio technology and hifi listening rooms. This exhibit works for everybody in your family. Through August 18
Nightlife at the Cal Academy of Sciences - Spice Life
Every Thursday night, the California Academy of Science is open to adults only — with cocktails, live music, and the ability to explore sans kids. So fun! This week celebrates spice. * Every Thursday is a different theme! *
Janet Jackson: Together Again Tour!
Don’t miss Janet Jackson’s: Together Again Tour, performing at the Chase Center June 12, 2024!
Oscar Peterson’s Africa Suite
U.S. premiere of Oscar Peterson’s previously unperformed AFRICA suite featuring GRAMMY-nominated Clayton-Hamilton Jazz Orchestra, Oscar Peterson protégé Benny Green, 2010 NEA Jazz Master Kenny Barron and more!
Tiny Desk Live!
Join the fun with a live Tiny Desk concert at Lagunitas Brewing in Petaluma.
Chocolate and Whiskey Tasting
The perfect date night includes single-origin chocolates and a variety of whiskeys. This particular version is June 14, but if chocolate makes you swoon, there are other classes and tours offered at Dandelion’s very cool factory store.
North Beach Festival
Join us on Saturday, June 15th & Sunday, June 16th as we celebrate this vibrant and historic neighborhood. It’s the 70th Anniversary of the North Beach Festival. Family Friendly
Dear San Francisco
Powered by mind-blowing circus acts, live original music, and more, the historic Club Fugazi—former home of Beach Blanket Babylon—is delighting audiences ages 5 to 105. Come with a date, family, friends, co-workers, and enjoy a curated menu of cicchetti (small bites) and beverages to imbibe during this new resident production, right in the heart of North Beach. Perfect for your next big night out!
Performances are Wednesdays - Sundays, with some matinees on weekends.
All We Need is Love
The San Francisco Gay Men’s Chorus joins the SF Symphony for an evening that proves — All you need is love!
Irving Penn
Irving Penn is widely recognized as one of the 20th century’s greatest photographers. Vogue’s longest-standing contributor, Penn revolutionized fashion photography in the postwar era.
Through July 11
Jazz at the Boat House
This is like a secret little hideaway in Golden Gate Park. The Jazz is top-notch, the location is blissful. Most Fridays and Saturdays!
Fashioning San Francisco
A century of style in San Francisco — and a chance to “try on” an Oscar de la Renta gown. Through August 11.
San Francisco Pride Parade & Celebration
Welcome to the home of the San Francisco Gay Lesbian Bisexual Transgender Pride Parade and Celebration and our 2024 theme, Beacon Of Love!
Together, let us gather to light the Beacon of Love and signal once more that the city of San Francisco stands for love, life and liberty.
Irving Penn
Irving Penn is widely recognized as one of the 20th century’s greatest photographers. Vogue’s longest-standing contributor, Penn revolutionized fashion photography in the postwar era.
See it before it ends July 11
Fillmore Jazz Festival
On July 6th & 7th from 10 AM to 6 PM, from Sunup to Sundown, visitors, locals and businesses can groove to live music from multiple stages, enjoy the artists and enjoy gourmet food and beverages.
Antiques Bar Crawl
Experience the Alameda Point Antiques Faire — the largest antiques show in Northern California and Faction Brewery, producers of a wide range of beers in their 20-barrel brewhouse, including lagers, stouts, Belgian style beers, barrel aged beers, and the occasional sour.
Dear San Francisco
Powered by mind-blowing circus acts, live original music, and more, the historic Club Fugazi—former home of Beach Blanket Babylon—is delighting audiences ages 5 to 105. Come with a date, family, friends, co-workers, and enjoy a curated menu of cicchetti (small bites) and beverages to imbibe during this new resident production, right in the heart of North Beach. Perfect for your next big night out!
Performances are Wednesdays - Sundays, with some matinees on weekends.
SF Jazz Features Juan De Marco; Cuban Music Week
Led by Juan de Marcos, founding member of the Buena Vista Social Club, Afro-Cuban All Stars are a sensational showcase for Cuba’s most prodigious young musicians. Performances Thursday July 11 - Sunday July 14
The Art of Noise
Noise for the eyes and ears: Check out floor to ceiling rock posters, audio technology and hifi listening rooms. This exhibit works for everybody in your family. Through August 18
Jennifer Lopez: This is Me Tour!
Don’t miss JLo’s: This is Me Tour, performing at the Chase Center July 16, 2024!
Date Night with Chocolate
The perfect date night includes chocolate! Hosted inside Dandelion Chocolate’s very cool factory every Thursday night.
Fashioning San Francisco
A century of style in San Francisco — and a chance to “try on” an Oscar de la Renta gown. Through August 11.
Chelsea Vs. Wrexham
Chelsea F.C. and Wrexham AFC are returning to the United States this summer for a July 24 match at Levi’s® Stadium.
San Francisco Marathon, Half Marathon, 5k Run/Walk
Enjoy the amazing city of San Francisco by taking part in one of the world's great marathons.
Renegade Craft Fair!
This summer, shop from over 250 curated artists at Renegade San Francisco ~ featuring the best contemporary craft designers, artists, and creatives around! The Renegade Craft Fair runs from Saturday, August 3rd to Sunday August 4th, 2024 beginning at 11:00 AM and ending at 5:00 PM both days.
Antiques Bar Crawl
Experience the Alameda Point Antiques Faire — the largest antiques show in Northern California and Faction Brewery, producers of a wide range of beers in their 20-barrel brewhouse, including lagers, stouts, Belgian style beers, barrel aged beers, and the occasional sour.
Fashioning San Francisco
A century of style in San Francisco — and a chance to “try on” an Oscar de la Renta gown. Closes August 11.
SF Outside Lands!
Outside Lands in Golden Gate Park has upped the ante on music festivals going green and “leveraged San Francisco’s food, wine, technology and activism cultures, “according to Rolling Stone, “for a one-of-a-kind world-class experience.”
SF Fringe Festival
EXIT Theatre will present the 33rd annual San Francisco Fringe Festival 45 performances, 15 different shows. AUG 9 – AUG 25, 2024.
The Art of Noise
Noise for the eyes and ears: Check out floor to ceiling rock posters, audio technology and hifi listening rooms. This exhibit works for everybody in your family. Through August 18
Preservation Hall Jazz Band
“The past and promise of American music” (Rolling Stone), Preservation Hall Jazz Band is a true New Orleans institution that defines the tradition of Crescent City music. Four shows August 15 - 18
Wag, Wine & Dine
The wine country should be enjoyable for everyone, including your furry best friends. Join us for an afternoon of fine wine, music, and food with your best friend for this very special event to save the lives of countless animals!
Hardly Strictly Bluegrass
A San Francisco Tradition featuring three days of music in the beautiful Golden Gate Park.
October 4 - 6
Fleet Week Air Shows
The Air Shows delight crowds with feats of precision and bravery.
October 11-13
Jazz at the Boat House
This is like a secret little hideaway in Golden Gate Park. The Jazz is top-notch, the location is blissful. Most Fridays and Saturdays!
After Dark: Lasers!
Every Thursday evening, the Bay Area’s favorite hands-on science museum tosses out the kids and brings in the party! Live music, cocktails and space to play with lights and sounds and all sorts of cool and nerdy science things. This particular week is about lasers — there’s a new theme every Thursday!
Fashioning San Francisco
A century of style in San Francisco — and a chance to “try on” an Oscar de la Renta gown. Through August 11.
Concert in Golden Gate Park!
The Golden Gate Park Band presents its 142nd season in Golden Gate Park’s music concourse. That’s right, this 30-piece symphony has been playing free concerts in Golden Gate Park since 1882. Just for Mom!
Gardeneur Plant Market
Fill your home and garden with local and rare plants at the Gardeneur Plant Market!
Brunch at The Bungalow Kitchen!
A special treat just for mom! Celebrate this Mother’s Day at The Bungalow Kitchen for Brunch or Dinner!
Mill Valley Music Festival
Enjoy Mill Valley’s Annual Music Festival at Friends Field In Mill Valley, CA. Tickets for May 11 & 12 are on sale now!
SF Cinco De Mayo Car Show & Cruise
Saturday May 11, 2024 in honor of Cinco De Mayo, The San Francisco Low Rider Council will be putting on their annual Car Show & Cruise Event.
Irving Penn
Irving Penn is widely recognized as one of the 20th century’s greatest photographers. Vogue’s longest-standing contributor, Penn revolutionized fashion photography in the postwar era.
Through July 11
A Strange Loop
The Tony Award–winning musical comes direct from Broadway to San Francisco! Meet Usher: a Black, queer writer writing a musical about a Black, queer writer writing a musical about a Black, queer writer. Winner of the Tony Award for Best Musical, Michael R. Jackson’s Pulitzer Prize–winning, blisteringly funny work of art exposes the heart and soul of a young artist grappling with desires, identity, and instincts he both loves and loathes. Hell-bent on breaking free of his own self-perception, Usher wrestles with the thoughts in his head, brought to life on stage by a hilarious, straight-shooting ensemble. Bold and heartfelt in its truth-telling, A Strange Loop is the big, Black, and queer-ass Great American Musical for all!
This show runs from April 18 - May 12, 2024.
Matinee & evening showtimes available.
Sweatshop Overlord at American Conservatory Theater
On Day 3 of the COVID-19 pandemic, Kristina Wong began sewing masks out of old bedsheets and bra straps on her Hello Kitty sewing machine. Before long, she was leading the Auntie Sewing Squad, a work-from-home sweatshop of hundreds of volunteers—including children and her own mother—to fix the U.S. public health care system while in quarantine. It was a feminist care utopia forming in the midst of crisis. Or was it a mutual aid doomsday cult? The answer to that question is something you’ll have to decide for yourself as Kristina takes you through this capital-H-Hilarious journey in this Pulitzer finalist play. Closes May 5
Funny Girl
This bittersweet comedy is the story of the indomitable Fanny Brice, a girl from the Lower East Side who dreamed of a life on the stage. Everyone told her she’d never be a star, but then something funny happened—she became one of the most beloved performers in history, shining brighter than the brightest lights of Broadway. Runs April 30 - May 26.
Adam Ant & English Beat
See Adam Ant and special guest, English Beat live at the historical Fox Theater in Oakland!
Truffle Making
Our truffle-making class is a fun, interactive activity to enjoy with family, friends, or teammates. Learn the process of blending creamy ganache using our two-ingredient chocolate, then hand-roll your ganache into truffles. We supply all necessary materials (including truffle toppings) to make a generous truffle batch — simply arrive ready to plunge your hands in chocolate.
Earth Month - Night of Celebration
Every Thursday is an adults-only part at the California Academy of Science — a world renowned science museum with a living rainforest, an impressive aquarium and an albino alligator named Claude.
This week celebrates the Earth.
Every Thursday, 6pm
San Francisco International Film Festival
Founded in 1957, the San Francisco International Film Festival (SFFILM) is the longest-running film festival in the Americas. The SFFILM Festival is deeply rooted in the culture and process of film appreciation—film as an art form and a meaningful force for social change—and is an important showcase for the most searching and innovative films from around the globe. April 24 - 28
Cherry Blossom Festival Parade
The largest Cherry Blossom Festival on the West Coast, incudes two weekends of traditional events. The Grand Parade is on April 21st.
Northern California Cherry Blossom Festival
Welcome to the Northern California Cherry Blossom Festival®, one of California’s most prominent celebrations of Asian traditions and the largest Cherry Blossom Festival on the West Coast. All are welcome to join in the festivities as we celebrate Japanese and Japanese American culture with you, live and in Person again!
A Strange Loop
The Tony Award–winning musical comes direct from Broadway to San Francisco! Meet Usher: a Black, queer writer writing a musical about a Black, queer writer writing a musical about a Black, queer writer. Winner of the Tony Award for Best Musical, Michael R. Jackson’s Pulitzer Prize–winning, blisteringly funny work of art exposes the heart and soul of a young artist grappling with desires, identity, and instincts he both loves and loathes. Hell-bent on breaking free of his own self-perception, Usher wrestles with the thoughts in his head, brought to life on stage by a hilarious, straight-shooting ensemble. Bold and heartfelt in its truth-telling, A Strange Loop is the big, Black, and queer-ass Great American Musical for all!
This show runs from April 18 - May 12, 2024.
Matinee & evening showtimes available.
Cherry Blossom Festival
The largest Cherry Blossom Festival on the West Coast, incudes two weekends of traditional events. The Grand Parade is on April 21st.
Black Crowes at the Fox Theater in Oakland
See the Black Crowes on their first tour in years at the iconic Fox Theater in Oakland!
International Ocean Film Festival
The 21st Annual IOFF received a record number of submissions representing more than 38 countries. See the amazing skills and talent, the depths of compassionate storytelling, and the thoughtful consideration of subject matter expressed by filmmakers from around the world. Experience the beauty of the ocean through their lens and your stories. April 12-14
Illusions After Dark!
Meet up at Pier 15. No kids allowed—but you can still act like one. Unplug and play with 650+ interactive exhibits exploring science, art, and perception. Get inquisitive and grab a drink. With 75,000 square feet of conversation starters, you'll never run out of things to talk about.
Different theme every Thursday night!
Sweatshop Overlord: Pride Night
On Day 3 of the COVID-19 pandemic, Kristina Wong began sewing masks out of old bedsheets and bra straps on her Hello Kitty sewing machine. Before long, she was leading the Auntie Sewing Squad, a work-from-home sweatshop of hundreds of volunteers—including children and her own mother—to fix the U.S. public health care system while in quarantine. It was a feminist care utopia forming in the midst of crisis. Or was it a mutual aid doomsday cult? The answer to that question is something you’ll have to decide for yourself as Kristina takes you through this capital-H-Hilarious journey in this Pulitzer finalist play. Runs through May 5
Dos Mojeres
Ignite the senses with two vivid tales of fiery, fearless women at San Francisco Ballet. April 4 - 14.
Haight Street Icons - Summer of Love Tour
Haight Street Icons - Summer of Love Tour
This super secret tour features homes and spaces that were important in the lives of San Francisco's most notorious 60's icons.
You can pop into one of several historic bars for a shot of Janis Joplin's favorite vocal warm-up: Southern Comfort. Grab a snack at Hippie Thai, or local favorite, Cha Cha Cha. Shop for some tie-dye swag, or spend your last paycheck on a pair of ultra hip John Fluevog shoes.
Broadway SF: The Wiz
Everybody look around! The Tony Award®-winning Best Musical that took the world by storm is back and coming to San Francisco.
This show is running from January 17 2024 - February 11 2024
Get your tickets at BroadwaySF
Glow: Discover the Art of Light
Get curious about light this winter! Explore the galleries for luminous artworks big and small, including U.S. premieres.
Exhibition running daily until January 28, 2024
Get Your Tickets at Exploratorium
Tina Fey and Amy Poehler: Restless Leg Tour
Emmy-winning best pals Amy Poehler and Tina Fey are bringing their “Restless Leg Tour” to the Bay Area for back-to-back sets in San Francisco and Oakland in early 2024.
Only two showtimes in the Bay Area- Jan 26 at the Masonic Auditorium and Jan 27 at the Paramount Theatre. Don’t miss this iconic comedic duo!
Tickets for Fey and Poehler’s Bay Area shows go on sale for the public starting at 10 a.m. on Friday, Sept. 29. Get tickets at Event Ticket Center
FOG Design + Art
Celebrating today’s most significant creatives and leading contributors to the worlds of design and visual arts, the fair assembles 45 leading international galleries; prominent 20th-century and contemporary design dealers; and a weekend of exciting programs.
This event is running January 18 - January 21 only