From outdoor movies to bangin festivals, everything’s free on the list below.
Presidio Twilight 2018
May 17, 12:00 AM — Sep 20, 12:00 AM
Presidio
Hit up a bonfire party every Thursday this summer. Take a free yoga class at dusk, huddle up in lantern lit cabanas, and enjoy a roaring fire paired with sweeping views of the Presidio.
Yerba Buena Gardens Festival 2018
May 28, 12:00 AM — Oct 28, 12:00 AM
Yerba Buena Gardens
Yerba Buena Gardens Festival features activities almost every day throughout the summer. Spend your lunch break listening to poetry, checking out jazz bands, and taking dance classes.
Union Street Festival 2018
Jun 02, 12:00 AM — Jun 03, 12:00 AM
Union Street
Five blocks of Union Street are transformed into a raucous free two day music festival, featuring 24 bands playing jazz, bluegrass, country, and blues.
Free Shuttles from SF Libraries to National Parks
June 09, 10:30 AM — 3:00 PM
San Francisco Public Library
Still have a bunch of national parks on your bucket list? This is the summer you cross those off without breaking the bank. Take a free shuttle from the library to several Cali national parks.
Haight Ashbury Street Fair 2018
June 10, 11:00 AM — 5:30 PM
Haight Ashbury
For one day only, Haight Ashbury fills up with over 200 vendors, tons of live bands, and thousands of local San Franciscans. Soak up some sunshine, meet your neighbors, and dance in the street.
San Francisco Psychic Fair 2018
June 10, 12:00 PM — 5:00 PM
The Center SF
Expand your mind with a day of intuitive tarot, astrologers, mediums, and more. This free event includes workshops and plenty of soothing hot teas. RSVP is only for readings, so feel free to drop in.
North Beach Festival 2018
Jun 16, 12:00 AM — Jun 17, 12:00 AM
North Beach Festival
The North Beach Festival is a must for your summer to do list. This annual fest is home to 125 booths brimming with arts, crafts, activities, and legit local food, as well as a ton of live music.
Stern Grove Festival 2018
Jun 17, 12:00 AM — Jul 19, 12:00 AM
Stern Grove
Ziggy Marley! Thao & The Get Down Stay Down! Ronnie Spector and The Ronettes! Omg, this 2018 Stern Grove lineup! Fill your summer with fun Sundays, and remember to get there early.
Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Movies 2018
Jun 20, 12:00 AM — Aug 15, 12:00 AM
Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
Nothing says summertime like watching an outdoor movie with your toes in the sand. Every Wednesday night you can see classics like Ghostbusters, Legally Blonde, Ferris Bueller’s Day Off, and more.
SF Pride 2018
Jun 23, 12:00 AM — Jun 24, 12:00 AM
Civic Center Plaza
It’s the most wonderful time of the year! That’s right folks, Pride is back and you know this will be one of the most fun weekends of your summer. Dance, march, and party to your heart’s content.
Fillmore Jazz Festival 2018
Jun 30, 10:00 AM — Jul 01, 6:00 PM
Fillmore Street ~ Jackson to Eddy
The theme of the Fillmore Jazz Festival this year is throwback, so you can catch acts that took the main stage back in the ’90s and are still making crowds swoon and sway.
Fisherman’s Wharf Fireworks 2018
July 04, 9:30 PM — 10:30 PM
Fisherman’s Wharf
There are so many amazing places to see fireworks in SF, but Fisherman’s Wharf is a classic for a reason. Take your annual jaunt to Fisherman’s Wharf to ooh and ahh alongside the seals.
Flower Piano 2018
Jul 05, 12:00 AM — Jul 16, 12:00 AM
San Francisco Botanical Garden
Dust off your piano chops and serenade friends, strangers, and very impressed dates as you wander the botanical garden. The flower pianos are back to make your scenic day even more lovely.
People in Plazas 2018
Jul 05, 12:00 PM — Oct 07, 1:00 PM
San Francisco
Give your lunch break a summery makeover by hitting a live outdoor concert. Public plazas all over the city transform into venues for jazz, salsa, gypsy swing, and more.
“Stars Under the Stars” Outdoor Film Festival
Jul 10, 12:00 AM — Jul 31, 12:00 AM
St. Francis Winery
Chow down on free popcorn while watching classic films at St. Francis winery. This outdoor movie series includes Singin’ In the Rain, Jaws, Rocky, and The Wedding Singer.
Renegade Craft Fair 2018
Jul 14, 12:00 AM — Jul 15, 12:00 AM
Fort Mason Center Festival Pavilion
Renegade Craft Fair is the coolest craft fair in town. Chock full of rad local makers and experiential art installations, wandering this fair is guaranteed to spark your creativity.
Nihonmachi Street Fair
Aug 04, 12:00 AM — Aug 05, 12:00 AM
Japantown
Dog parades, live music, food trucks, and tons of entertainment are all on the schedule at the 45th annual Nihonmachi festival. Take in two days of free Japantown activities, concerts, and more.
Polk Street Blues 2018
Aug 18, 10:00 AM — Aug 19, 6:00 PM
Polk Street
Two days, two main stages, so many artists: the Polk Street Blues Festival is guaranteed to be a good time. Find your new favorite blues singers while enjoying fresh air and food trucks.
Free Shakespeare in the Park 2018
Sep 01, 12:00 AM — Sep 09, 12:00 AM
San Francisco’s Presidio
Is there anything more dreamy than watching A Midsummer Night’s Dream? This is seriously the perfect play to watch outside. There are a full week of showtimes, so pick a date and pack a picnic.
San Francisco Opera in the Park 2018
September 09, 1:30 PM — 4:00 PM
Sharon Meadow
Who says you can’t be absurdly classy while on a budget? Spread out a picnic blanket, lie back in the sunshine, and watch a live opera performance by the SF Opera company.
