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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North Beach

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YASMIN LEVY, "ONE MORE NIGHT"

Sun, Oct 4 • 8:00 PM

Palace of Fine Arts

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Mon, Oct 26 • 6:00 PM

Hardwood Bar & Smokery

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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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Lectures on Tap - Autonomy, Authority, & the Evolutionary Need to Feel Free

Tomorrow • 6:30 PM

North Beach

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YASMIN LEVY, "ONE MORE NIGHT"

Sun, Oct 4 • 8:00 PM

Palace of Fine Arts

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San Fran's Largest Tech Startup, Business & Entrepreneur Networking Soiree

Mon, Oct 26 • 6:00 PM

Hardwood Bar & Smokery

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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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Barnes & Noble and Waterstones Virtually Presents: Madeline Miller

Tomorrow • 2:00 PM EDT

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Black Girl Book Fair! Spooky Edition

Saturday • 12:00 AM CDT

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Ethically Shady: Navigating the Gray Areas of Interpreting

Saturday • 10:00 AM PDT

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A Norman stitch-up? The story behind the Bayeux Tapestry

Wed, Oct 7 • 7:30 PM GMT+1

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(ONLINE) Women on the Move with Ann Patchett

Tue, Oct 27 • 11:30 AM 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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Washington Crossing the Delaware / The Crossing - Film History Livestream

Sat, Dec 19 • 8:00 PM EST

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Barnes & Noble and Waterstones Virtually Presents: Madeline Miller

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Black Girl Book Fair! Spooky Edition

Saturday • 12:00 AM CDT

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Ethically Shady: Navigating the Gray Areas of Interpreting

Saturday • 10:00 AM PDT

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A Norman stitch-up? The story behind the Bayeux Tapestry

Wed, Oct 7 • 7:30 PM GMT+1

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(ONLINE) Women on the Move with Ann Patchett

Tue, Oct 27 • 11:30 AM EDT

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Thu, Nov 5 • 1:00 PM GMT

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Lean Global Connection 2026

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Washington Crossing the Delaware / The Crossing - Film History Livestream

Sat, Dec 19 • 8:00 PM EST

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Downtown First Thursdays w/ Mr. Carmack | Oct. 1, 2026

Thursday • 5:00 PM

Natoma Cabana

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Fridays on Front St | Free Yacht Rock Block Party

Fri, Oct 9 • 4:00 PM

240 Front St

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Industry Night

Fri, Oct 9 • 6:00 PM

Mattamy Athletic Centre

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The Last Waltz – Co-Presented with SFFILM

Wed, Oct 21 • 7:00 PM

Jewish Community Center of San Francisco

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Thrill-O-Ween

Sat, Oct 24 • 12:00 PM

Thrive City

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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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San Francisco Halloween Pub Crawl: Crawloween

Sat, Oct 31 • 2:00 PM

Mayes Oyster House

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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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Downtown First Thursdays w/ Mr. Carmack | Oct. 1, 2026

Thursday • 5:00 PM

Natoma Cabana

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Fridays on Front St | Free Yacht Rock Block Party

Fri, Oct 9 • 4:00 PM

240 Front St

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Industry Night

Fri, Oct 9 • 6:00 PM

Mattamy Athletic Centre

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The Last Waltz – Co-Presented with SFFILM

Wed, Oct 21 • 7:00 PM

Jewish Community Center of San Francisco

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Thrill-O-Ween

Sat, Oct 24 • 12:00 PM

Thrive City

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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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San Francisco Halloween Pub Crawl: Crawloween

Sat, Oct 31 • 2:00 PM

Mayes Oyster House

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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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Foutenanny! Fou Fou Ha's 25th Anniversary Celebration

Friday • 8:30 PM

Brava Theater Center

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SET with Mind Against All Night Long at Public Works, San Francisco

Friday • 9:00 PM

Public Works SF

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(mini) Mekons + Tommy Strange + Ananda Esteva

Friday • 6:30 PM

San Francisco Elks Lodge #3

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KID INK - Performing live at Lone Pine, Rooty Hill

Saturday • 9:00 PM

LONE PINE TAVERN

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5th Annual Afro Latinx Concert

Saturday • 7:00 PM

Bayview Opera House Ruth Williams Memorial Theatre

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YASMIN LEVY, "ONE MORE NIGHT"

Sun, Oct 4 • 8:00 PM

Palace of Fine Arts

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SUPER PERREO DAY PARTY @ EL RIO 3PM

Sun, Oct 4 • 3:00 PM

El Rio

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Sun, Oct 4 • 11:00 AM

Esplanade, Yerba Buena Gardens

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Foutenanny! Fou Fou Ha's 25th Anniversary Celebration

Friday • 8:30 PM

Brava Theater Center

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SET with Mind Against All Night Long at Public Works, San Francisco

Friday • 9:00 PM

Public Works SF

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(mini) Mekons + Tommy Strange + Ananda Esteva

Friday • 6:30 PM

San Francisco Elks Lodge #3

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KID INK - Performing live at Lone Pine, Rooty Hill

Saturday • 9:00 PM

LONE PINE TAVERN

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5th Annual Afro Latinx Concert

Saturday • 7:00 PM

Bayview Opera House Ruth Williams Memorial Theatre

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YASMIN LEVY, "ONE MORE NIGHT"

Sun, Oct 4 • 8:00 PM

Palace of Fine Arts

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SUPER PERREO DAY PARTY @ EL RIO 3PM

Sun, Oct 4 • 3:00 PM

El Rio

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Litquake Out Loud

Sun, Oct 4 • 11:00 AM

Esplanade, Yerba Buena Gardens

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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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Lectures on Tap - Autonomy, Authority, & the Evolutionary Need to Feel Free

YASMIN LEVY, "ONE MORE NIGHT"

San Fran's Largest Tech Startup, Business & Entrepreneur Networking Soiree

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

Lectures on Tap - Autonomy, Authority, & the Evolutionary Need to Feel Free

YASMIN LEVY, "ONE MORE NIGHT"

San Fran's Largest Tech Startup, Business & Entrepreneur Networking Soiree

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

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Magic Patio: Evening Show (Ages 16+)

Walk with Spirits, A Haunted Pub Crawl

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

Sourdough Starter Workshop · Sun Oct 4, 4pm · SoMa

Latin Sundays at Providence Bar

Sushi Making Class: Tuesday & Saturday Dinner, San Francisco

Magic Patio: Evening Show (Ages 16+)

Walk with Spirits, A Haunted Pub Crawl

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

Sourdough Starter Workshop · Sun Oct 4, 4pm · SoMa

Latin Sundays at Providence Bar

Sushi Making Class: Tuesday & Saturday Dinner, San Francisco

Online Events

Barnes & Noble and Waterstones Virtually Presents: Madeline Miller

Black Girl Book Fair! Spooky Edition

Ethically Shady: Navigating the Gray Areas of Interpreting

A Norman stitch-up? The story behind the Bayeux Tapestry

(ONLINE) Women on the Move with Ann Patchett

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

Lean Global Connection 2026

Washington Crossing the Delaware / The Crossing - Film History Livestream

Barnes & Noble and Waterstones Virtually Presents: Madeline Miller

Black Girl Book Fair! Spooky Edition

Ethically Shady: Navigating the Gray Areas of Interpreting

A Norman stitch-up? The story behind the Bayeux Tapestry

(ONLINE) Women on the Move with Ann Patchett

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

Lean Global Connection 2026

Washington Crossing the Delaware / The Crossing - Film History Livestream

Popular in San Francisco

Downtown First Thursdays w/ Mr. Carmack | Oct. 1, 2026

Fridays on Front St | Free Yacht Rock Block Party

Industry Night

The Last Waltz – Co-Presented with SFFILM

Thrill-O-Ween

R&B and RIBS SF - HALLOWEEN

San Francisco Halloween Pub Crawl: Crawloween

Startup World Cup Grand Finale 2026

Downtown First Thursdays w/ Mr. Carmack | Oct. 1, 2026

Fridays on Front St | Free Yacht Rock Block Party

Industry Night

The Last Waltz – Co-Presented with SFFILM

Thrill-O-Ween

R&B and RIBS SF - HALLOWEEN

San Francisco Halloween Pub Crawl: Crawloween

Startup World Cup Grand Finale 2026

This Weekend

Foutenanny! Fou Fou Ha's 25th Anniversary Celebration

SET with Mind Against All Night Long at Public Works, San Francisco

(mini) Mekons + Tommy Strange + Ananda Esteva

KID INK - Performing live at Lone Pine, Rooty Hill

5th Annual Afro Latinx Concert

YASMIN LEVY, "ONE MORE NIGHT"

SUPER PERREO DAY PARTY @ EL RIO 3PM

Litquake Out Loud

Foutenanny! Fou Fou Ha's 25th Anniversary Celebration

SET with Mind Against All Night Long at Public Works, San Francisco

(mini) Mekons + Tommy Strange + Ananda Esteva

KID INK - Performing live at Lone Pine, Rooty Hill

5th Annual Afro Latinx Concert

YASMIN LEVY, "ONE MORE NIGHT"

SUPER PERREO DAY PARTY @ EL RIO 3PM

Litquake Out Loud

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?