Things to do in
San Francisco

Looking for events or things to do in San Francisco, CA? The city’s scene is a collection of distinct neighborhood experiences, from the late-night clubs of SoMa to the pre-show cocktail bars in Hayes Valley. San Francisco is also known for its signature annual festivals and recurring street fairs that animate its parks and public spaces.

For a walkable night out in North Beach, find stand-up at Cobb's Comedy Club or intimate sets at one of the neighborhood's historic bars.
Catch touring musical acts at legendary venues like The Fillmore in the Western Addition or the ornate Great American Music Hall near Union Square.
Discover local flavors at recurring food gatherings like the Ferry Plaza Farmers Market or the roaming Off the Grid food truck markets.

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The Music of Ennio Morricone: A Candlelit Piano & Strings Experience

Wed, Oct 28 • 7:30 PM

Caroline H. Hume Concert Hall

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R&B and RIBS SF - HALLOWEEN

Sat, Oct 31 • 9:00 PM

SVN West - A NPU Venue

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Startup World Cup Grand Finale 2026

Fri, Nov 6 • 9:00 AM

Hilton San Francisco Union Square

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Entangled Intelligences

Tue, Nov 10 • 7:00 PM

Cowell Theater

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The Music of Ennio Morricone: A Candlelit Piano & Strings Experience

Wed, Oct 28 • 7:30 PM

Caroline H. Hume Concert Hall

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R&B and RIBS SF - HALLOWEEN

Sat, Oct 31 • 9:00 PM

SVN West - A NPU Venue

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Startup World Cup Grand Finale 2026

Fri, Nov 6 • 9:00 AM

Hilton San Francisco Union Square

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Entangled Intelligences

Tue, Nov 10 • 7:00 PM

Cowell Theater

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Petit Biscuit at The Foundry in San Francisco

Friday • 9:00 PM

The Foundry

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Set SF Halloween: Sébastien Léger & Roy Rosenfeld aka Lost Miracle & Satori

Fri, Oct 30 • 9:00 PM

Public Works SF

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"LATINOWEEN" LATIN HALLOWEEN PARTY | SAN FRANCISCO | TWO DANCE FLOORS

Sat, Oct 31 • 10:00 PM

The EndUp

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Sat, Oct 31 • 10:00 PM

St Croix USVI

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Petit Biscuit at The Foundry in San Francisco

Friday • 9:00 PM

The Foundry

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Set SF Halloween: Sébastien Léger & Roy Rosenfeld aka Lost Miracle & Satori

Fri, Oct 30 • 9:00 PM

Public Works SF

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"LATINOWEEN" LATIN HALLOWEEN PARTY | SAN FRANCISCO | TWO DANCE FLOORS

Sat, Oct 31 • 10:00 PM

The EndUp

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Sat, Oct 31 • 10:00 PM

St Croix USVI

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Annual Bay Area Financial Planning Day

Saturday • 10:00 AM

100 Larkin St

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World Of Dumplings 2026

Sunday • 11:00 AM

Ferry Building

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SF Music Day 2026

Sunday • 12:00 PM

San Francisco War Memorial & Performing Arts Center

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Grande vendita di piante - Milano

Fri, Oct 30 • 10:30 AM

Spazio 40, Via Antonio Stoppani, 40, 20129 Milano

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San Francisco Halloween Pub Crawl: Crawloween

Sat, Oct 31 • 2:00 PM

Mayes Oyster House

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R&B and RIBS SF - HALLOWEEN

Sat, Oct 31 • 9:00 PM

SVN West - A NPU Venue

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Startup World Cup Grand Finale 2026

Fri, Nov 6 • 9:00 AM

Hilton San Francisco Union Square

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Autry Park Tree Lighting Ceremony

Fri, Nov 20 • 6:00 PM

Autry Park

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Annual Bay Area Financial Planning Day

Saturday • 10:00 AM

100 Larkin St

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World Of Dumplings 2026

Sunday • 11:00 AM

Ferry Building

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SF Music Day 2026

Sunday • 12:00 PM

San Francisco War Memorial & Performing Arts Center

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Grande vendita di piante - Milano

Fri, Oct 30 • 10:30 AM

Spazio 40, Via Antonio Stoppani, 40, 20129 Milano

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San Francisco Halloween Pub Crawl: Crawloween

Sat, Oct 31 • 2:00 PM

Mayes Oyster House

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R&B and RIBS SF - HALLOWEEN

Sat, Oct 31 • 9:00 PM

SVN West - A NPU Venue

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Startup World Cup Grand Finale 2026

Fri, Nov 6 • 9:00 AM

Hilton San Francisco Union Square

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Autry Park Tree Lighting Ceremony

Fri, Nov 20 • 6:00 PM

Autry Park

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Coming Together for Multilingual Children with DLD

Today • 6:00 PM GMT+2

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Beyond 1066: the legacy of the Norman Conquest

Tomorrow • 2:00 PM GMT+1

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Biodiversity Law and Governance Day 2026

Saturday • 11:30 AM GMT+4

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(WATCH ONLINE) Dr. Jonathan Sarna with Joseph Weisberg

Tuesday • 6:30 PM EDT

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No Title, No Permission, No Problem: Harnessing the Power of Influence

Thu, Nov 5 • 1:00 PM GMT

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Lean Global Connection 2026

Thu, Nov 12 • 2:00 PM UTC

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Sorted Live: A Food Nightmare Before Christmas

Sat, Dec 5 • 12:00 PM GMT

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Washington Crossing the Delaware / The Crossing - Film History Livestream

Sat, Dec 19 • 8:00 PM EST

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Coming Together for Multilingual Children with DLD

Today • 6:00 PM GMT+2

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Beyond 1066: the legacy of the Norman Conquest

Tomorrow • 2:00 PM GMT+1

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Biodiversity Law and Governance Day 2026

Saturday • 11:30 AM GMT+4

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(WATCH ONLINE) Dr. Jonathan Sarna with Joseph Weisberg

Tuesday • 6:30 PM EDT

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No Title, No Permission, No Problem: Harnessing the Power of Influence

Thu, Nov 5 • 1:00 PM GMT

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Lean Global Connection 2026

Thu, Nov 12 • 2:00 PM UTC

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Sorted Live: A Food Nightmare Before Christmas

Sat, Dec 5 • 12:00 PM GMT

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Washington Crossing the Delaware / The Crossing - Film History Livestream

Sat, Dec 19 • 8:00 PM EST

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Frequently asked questions about San Francisco

Where are the best places for comedy shows in San Francisco?

North Beach is a central spot for stand-up comedy. The neighborhood is home to Cobb's Comedy Club, while the nearby Financial District has the intimate Punch Line, which has been hosting top comedians six nights a week for decades.

What are some notable venues for live music events in SF?

San Francisco has several legendary concert halls. The Fillmore in the Western Addition is a famous historic ballroom, and the Great American Music Hall near Union Square is the city's oldest nightclub, both hosting a wide range of musical acts.

Which San Francisco neighborhood is known for late-night clubbing events?

SoMa is the city's main district for large-scale nightclubs and electronic music events. The scene here peaks late, with venues like DNA Lounge offering multiple rooms and dance parties that go well into the early morning hours.

Are there free annual festivals or events in San Francisco?

The city hosts several major free annual events. Stern Grove Festival offers free summer concerts, and Hardly Strictly Bluegrass is a multi-day music festival each autumn in Golden Gate Park, both drawing large crowds for outdoor performances.

How can I find food truck events in the city?

Look for the Off the Grid series of roaming food truck markets. These events pop up in various locations throughout the city, including a large seasonal gathering held at Fort Mason Center that brings together many different food vendors.

What's a good neighborhood for a date night with cocktails and a show?

Hayes Valley is a sophisticated area perfect for a date night. It's a walkable neighborhood known for its cocktail bars, which are popular for pre-show drinks before attending a performance at a venue like the SFJAZZ Center.

What kind of nightlife can I expect in the Mission District?

The Mission has an energetic and walkable nightlife scene rooted in its local culture. The area offers a mix of dive bars and cocktail spots, with a street-level energy that builds throughout the evening and peaks late.

What are some recurring family-friendly events in San Francisco?

The Ferry Plaza Farmers Market is a great family-friendly outing. It happens three days a week at the Ferry Building and offers food and local color. Major annual cultural events like the Chinese New Year Parade are also popular with all ages.

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The Music of Ennio Morricone: A Candlelit Piano & Strings Experience

R&B and RIBS SF - HALLOWEEN

Startup World Cup Grand Finale 2026

Entangled Intelligences

The Music of Ennio Morricone: A Candlelit Piano & Strings Experience

R&B and RIBS SF - HALLOWEEN

Startup World Cup Grand Finale 2026

Entangled Intelligences

After 8pm

Petit Biscuit at The Foundry in San Francisco

Set SF Halloween: Sébastien Léger & Roy Rosenfeld aka Lost Miracle & Satori

"LATINOWEEN" LATIN HALLOWEEN PARTY | SAN FRANCISCO | TWO DANCE FLOORS

RESSURECTION 4

Petit Biscuit at The Foundry in San Francisco

Set SF Halloween: Sébastien Léger & Roy Rosenfeld aka Lost Miracle & Satori

"LATINOWEEN" LATIN HALLOWEEN PARTY | SAN FRANCISCO | TWO DANCE FLOORS

RESSURECTION 4

Editor's Picks

Magic Patio: Evening Show (Ages 16+)

Lakehouse Jazz

The Saturday Roller Disco - 3rd Session - Adults - 7 P.M. to 11 P.M.

Stand-Up Comedy at Mr. Bing's in Downtown San Francisco

Walk with Spirits, A Haunted Pub Crawl

Latin Sundays at Providence Bar

Intro/Community Painting class: Tending the Creative Fire

Sourdough Starter Workshop

Magic Patio: Evening Show (Ages 16+)

Lakehouse Jazz

The Saturday Roller Disco - 3rd Session - Adults - 7 P.M. to 11 P.M.

Stand-Up Comedy at Mr. Bing's in Downtown San Francisco

Walk with Spirits, A Haunted Pub Crawl

Latin Sundays at Providence Bar

Intro/Community Painting class: Tending the Creative Fire

Sourdough Starter Workshop

Popular in San Francisco

Annual Bay Area Financial Planning Day

World Of Dumplings 2026

SF Music Day 2026

Grande vendita di piante - Milano

San Francisco Halloween Pub Crawl: Crawloween

R&B and RIBS SF - HALLOWEEN

Startup World Cup Grand Finale 2026

Autry Park Tree Lighting Ceremony

Annual Bay Area Financial Planning Day

World Of Dumplings 2026

SF Music Day 2026

Grande vendita di piante - Milano

San Francisco Halloween Pub Crawl: Crawloween

R&B and RIBS SF - HALLOWEEN

Startup World Cup Grand Finale 2026

Autry Park Tree Lighting Ceremony

Online Events

Coming Together for Multilingual Children with DLD

Beyond 1066: the legacy of the Norman Conquest

Biodiversity Law and Governance Day 2026

(WATCH ONLINE) Dr. Jonathan Sarna with Joseph Weisberg

No Title, No Permission, No Problem: Harnessing the Power of Influence

Lean Global Connection 2026

Sorted Live: A Food Nightmare Before Christmas

Washington Crossing the Delaware / The Crossing - Film History Livestream

Coming Together for Multilingual Children with DLD

Beyond 1066: the legacy of the Norman Conquest

Biodiversity Law and Governance Day 2026

(WATCH ONLINE) Dr. Jonathan Sarna with Joseph Weisberg

No Title, No Permission, No Problem: Harnessing the Power of Influence

Lean Global Connection 2026

Sorted Live: A Food Nightmare Before Christmas

Washington Crossing the Delaware / The Crossing - Film History Livestream

Points of Interest near San Francisco

Where are the best places for comedy shows in San Francisco?

What are some notable venues for live music events in SF?

Which San Francisco neighborhood is known for late-night clubbing events?

Are there free annual festivals or events in San Francisco?

How can I find food truck events in the city?

What's a good neighborhood for a date night with cocktails and a show?

What kind of nightlife can I expect in the Mission District?

What are some recurring family-friendly events in San Francisco?