Events

Giants vs. Padres — May 4–6, 2026 — Oracle Park

Three-game NL West series vs. the Padres at Oracle Park, May 4–6.

Mirthquake: Monday Live Comedy in the Richmond

Free live comedy on Monday nights in the Richmond with $5 drink specials. Laugh it up without breaking the …

Industry Night at Emporium SF: Free Game Tokens Every Monday

Score 8 free game tokens every Monday at Emporium SF's Industry Night. Perfect excuse to rack up high score…

Motown On Mondays DJ Night

Spin into Monday nights with Motown grooves at Madrone Art Bar. Free entry, good vibes guaranteed.

Japanese Tea Garden’s Free Admission Hour

Enjoy free entry to one of Golden Gate Park's most serene spots during this special morning hour. Perfect f…

Oakland’s Free Town Biz Comedy Night with HellaFunny

HellaFunny brings free comedy to Oakland on Monday and Tuesday nights. Grab some laughs without breaking th…

This Week

170 events

Giants vs. Padres — May 4–6, 2026 — Oracle Park

Three-game NL West series vs. the Padres at Oracle Park, May 4–6.

Mirthquake: Monday Live Comedy in the Richmond

Free live comedy on Monday nights in the Richmond with $5 drink specials. Laugh it up without breaking the …

Industry Night at Emporium SF: Free Game Tokens Every Monday

Score 8 free game tokens every Monday at Emporium SF's Industry Night. Perfect excuse to rack up high score…

Motown On Mondays DJ Night

Spin into Monday nights with Motown grooves at Madrone Art Bar. Free entry, good vibes guaranteed.

Japanese Tea Garden’s Free Admission Hour

Enjoy free entry to one of Golden Gate Park's most serene spots during this special morning hour. Perfect f…

Oakland’s Free Town Biz Comedy Night with HellaFunny

HellaFunny brings free comedy to Oakland on Monday and Tuesday nights. Grab some laughs without breaking th…

Festivals & Events

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SF’s Free Concerts & Food Trucks: Cinco de Mayo Lunchtime Concert

Grab lunch and live music at this free Cinco de Mayo celebration in Fulton Plaza. Local bands provide the s…

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$6 Drive In Movie Night in Concord & San Jose

Catch a flick under the stars at the drive in for just $6. Showtimes start at 8:30 pm across two Bay Area l…

San Francisco Silent Film Festival

The beloved Silent Film Festival returns to The Castro Theatre for five nights of classic cinema. May 6-10,…

Secret Guest List: Cobb’s Free Comedy Nights (Comedy Showcase)

Secret Guest List: Cobb’s Free Comedy Nights (Comedy Showcase) on May 6, 2026.

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Downtown First Thursdays: SF’s Free DFT Monthly Block Party

SF's Downtown First Thursdays block party returns with free food, music, and community vibes. Meet your nei…

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Hawaiian May Day: Hula Performance at City Center Bishop Ranch

Celebrate May Day with a captivating hula performance by Aloha Studio on the lawn at City Center Bishop Ran…

Concerts & Gigs

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Oakland’s Free Town Biz Comedy Night with HellaFunny

HellaFunny brings free comedy to Oakland on Monday and Tuesday nights. Grab some laughs without breaking th…

Laugh GPT: AI Powered Comedy Night

Free comedy night featuring AI generated humor and performances. May 5, 2026 at 7:30 pm.

Cobb’s Free Comedy Nights

Catch free comedy at Cobb's with secret guest performers. This showcase night is your chance to see stand u…

Midweek Melodies Free Happy Hour Concert

Catch live music in Golden Gate Park at this free happy hour concert. A perfect midweek escape with good vi…

Hook-Up Horror Stories Stand-Up Comedy Show

Free stand-up comedy night featuring "Tindervention" — come hear hilarious tales of dating app disasters an…

SF’s Punchline Comedy Club Free Comedy Night

Free comedy night at SF's Punchline on May 6, 2026 at 7:30 pm featuring Torio Van Grol.

Food & Drink

39 events

$1 Margaritas and Disco Taco Tuesday at Underdogs

Cheap margaritas and tacos every Tuesday night in SoMa. Disco vibes, $1 drinks, and good times—what's not t…

Safe Words Comedy & Hot Dogs

Free comedy show with hot dogs in San Francisco. Join us May 6th at 6pm for an evening of laughs and food.

South Side Beer Ride Free Monthly Brewery Shuttle

Hop on a free monthly brewery shuttle exploring SF's south side beer scene. Meet at 6:30 pm and discover lo…

Black Hammer’s Free Hopped Up Trivia Night

Test your knowledge at Black Hammer's weekly trivia night. Free to play, every Wednesday at 7 pm.

Wiener Wednesday: Free Hot Dog Night at Rye

Free hot dogs every Wednesday night at Rye. Show up at 6pm and grab a complimentary dog.

$1 Wing Wednesdays at Underdogs Cantina

Dollar wings every Wednesday at Underdogs Cantina in SoMa. A solid deal for wings and drinks with friends.

Community & Markets

62 events

SF’s City Hall Pop-up Shop with 40+ Artists & Makers

Free pop-up market at City Hall featuring over 40 local makers, artisans, and merchants. May 5, 2026.

Puzzle Night Emeryville

Join an evening of puzzle fun at Public Market in Emeryville. Compete in speed puzzling teams or relax with…

Ranch First Wednesday Open Community Day

Free community day at Ranch in Napa. Open to the public with activities and connection.

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16th & Mission Open Mic (w/out a mic)

A free open mic night in the Mission District where performers share their work without amplification. Happ…

QTCON: The Meetup Series

Monthly happy hour for fans and creators in the Bay Area. Starting May 2026 at Town Bar & Lounge in Oakland.

Explore SF’s Wastewater Cleaning Process: Free Tours

Ever wonder where your shower water goes? Join a free guided tour to see how SF's wastewater treatment syst…

Theatre & Stage

82 events

Steamroller Dance: Bespoke Free Premiere

Steamroller Dance Company and The Singers of the Street premiere their new work Bespoke at the San Francisc…

SF Neo-Futurists: The Infinite Wrench

Catch 30 wildly inventive plays in 60 minutes with SF Neo-Futurists. This high energy experimental theater …

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The Confessional: SF’s Sins & Secrets Improv Comedy Show

Catch a wild improv comedy show where confessions and secrets become the material. $5 off tickets available…

SF Neo-Futurists: The Infinite Wrench

30 absurdist plays in 60 minutes. SF Neo-Futurists deliver rapid fire comedy and performance art every Frid…

The Confessional: SF’s Wild Sins & Secrets Improv Comedy Show

Get ready to laugh as performers dive into hilarious improvised confessions at this wild improv comedy show…

Your Fucked Up Relationship Live

Catch this live show every Friday and Saturday night at 9pm. $5 off tickets available.

Clubbing & Nightlife

213 events

Mirthquake: Monday Live Comedy in the Richmond

Free live comedy on Monday nights in the Richmond with $5 drink specials. Laugh it up without breaking the …

Industry Night at Emporium SF: Free Game Tokens Every Monday

Score 8 free game tokens every Monday at Emporium SF's Industry Night. Perfect excuse to rack up high score…

Motown On Mondays DJ Night

Spin into Monday nights with Motown grooves at Madrone Art Bar. Free entry, good vibes guaranteed.

Monday Night Free Comedy Show at SF’s Newest Comedy Club

Catch free comedy every Monday night at The Function, SF's brand new comedy club. 7pm showtime.

Free Monday Comedy Night in Downtown SF

Catch a night of laughs at a chic upscale comedy club in Hayes Valley featuring top-notch comedians and pre…

First Tuesdays Free Comedy Showcase & Happy Hour

Free comedy and drinks on the first Tuesday of every month. Catch local and visiting comedians at The Layov…

Family & Kids

28 events

FAMILY & KIDS

Japanese Tea Garden’s Free Admission Hour

Enjoy free entry to one of Golden Gate Park's most serene spots during this special morning hour. Perfect f…

SF Zoo Free Admission Day

The SF Zoo opens its gates for free on May 6. It's a great day to explore the animals and grounds without p…

FAMILY & KIDS

Free Admission Hour at Japanese Tea Garden

Start your Tuesday morning right with free entry to one of Golden Gate Park's most serene spots. Japanese T…

Japanese Tea Garden’s Free Admission Hour

Catch a free hour at one of Golden Gate Park's most serene spots. The Japanese Tea Garden opens its gates a…

San Francisco Bike Rodeo for Kids 2026

Free morning of bike safety skills, helmet checks, and a neighborhood ride for kids. Bring your own bike an…

FAMILY & KIDS

Water Safety Fair at Coast Guard Station Golden Gate

Free water safety event in Sausalito with activities and tips to keep you safe in and around the water.

Sports & Active

22 events

Intro to Personal Safety & Self Defense Class

Learn practical self defense techniques in this free introductory class. Perfect for anyone looking to buil…

East Bay Bike Party

Join a free community bike ride through the East Bay on the second Friday of every month. Casual pace, all …

Free Beginner Parkour Urban Ninja Class

Learn the basics of parkour in this free beginner class. No experience necessary—just bring your energy and…

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Golden Gate Park Sunday Roller Disco Party on Mother’s Day

Lace up your skates for a free roller disco celebration in Golden Gate Park this Mother's Day. Bring the fa…

Intro to Personal Safety and Self Defense Class

Free introductory self defense and personal safety class in Berkeley. Learn practical techniques to build c…

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San Jose Bike Party

Join the monthly San Jose Bike Party for a fun evening ride through the city streets. Free to attend and op…

Art & Exhibitions

91 events

ART & EXHIBITIONS

Pay What You Wish Day at SF’s Cartoon Art Museum

First Tuesdays are your chance to experience the Cartoon Art Museum on a pay what you wish basis. Perfect f…

de Young Museum Free Day

Get into the de Young Museum free on the first Tuesday of every month. Great way to catch world class art w…

SF’s Conservatory of Flowers Free First Tuesdays

First Tuesday of every month gets you free entry to one of Golden Gate Park's most stunning Victorian green…

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