Let’s make January a better month for all of you. Here are the 15 totally best events in the Bay Area that will cheer you up after the holidays. Make sure not to miss a single thing on the list!
Asian Art Museum Free Admission Day
January 08, 10:00 AM — 5:00 PM
Asian Art Museum
The first Sunday of each month, the Asian Art Museum hosts free admission for all. Explore their 18,000 artworks spanning 6,000 years! *Additional entrance fees still apply to special exhibits.
North Face Mountain Athletics Training
January 10, 6:30 PM — 7:30 PM
Sue Bierman Park
Every Tuesday, North Face trainers host a 1-hr workout class to help you reach your fitness goals. For every 10 workouts you attend, receive a Mountain Reward like backpacks, shirts, & more.
MLK Jr. Day San Francisco Celebrations
Jan 13, 11:00 AM — Jan 16, 8:00 PM
Various
Weekend highlights include free admission to the Museum of African Diaspora and Yerba Buena Gardens, a music festival, social justice panel, and more!
Sketching in the Museum
January 13, 11:00 AM — 5:00 PM
International Art Museum of America
Get inspired by the works at IAMA, then create some of your own. IAMA will provide the drawing materials for you to create your own masterpieces.
MLK Jr. Free National Park Day
January 16, 8:00 AM — 8:00 PM
US National Parks
Muir Woods, Alcatraz, Yosemite, and more of California’s incredible National Parks will have free entry + parking on Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
27th Anniversary of the Pier 39 Sea Lions
Jan 20, 12:00 PM — Jan 22, 3:00 PM
Pier 39
One of the few reasons worth visiting Pier 39 as a local–it’s the sea lions 27th anniversary! Enjoy free sea lion encounter walking tours, celebratory treats, and discounts at nearby shops.
Women’s March Oakland
January 21, 10:00 AM — 3:00 PM
9th and Madison
The Women’s March is a national movement to unify and empower everyone who stands for human rights, civil liberties, and social justice for all. All are welcome to join, local & nationally!
Women’s March San Francisco
January 21, 4:00 PM — 6:00 PM
Civic Center
The rally will kick off with speakers, arts, and music from 4-6pm in Civic Center and end with a festival candle-light march down Market Street.
Women’s March San Jose
January 21, 10:00 AM — 3:00 PM
San Jose City Hall
This community gathering will be happening across the nation on 1/21! All are welcome-yes, men, too. San Jose’s march will begin at City Hall and work its way towards Cesar Chavez Plaza.
Chinese New Year Mini-Procession
January 21, 10:30 AM — 11:30 AM
Grant Ave. from California to Pacific Ave.
While SF’s main Chinese New Year parade isn’t until February 11, this mini-procession kicks off celebrations with lion dancers, drummers, dancers, and a ribbon cutting.
Chinese New Year Flower Market Fair
Jan 21, 10:00 AM — Jan 22, 6:00 PM
Chinatown
Flowers, fruits, and a variety of auspicious foods are just a few of the new year items for sale at this fair. While you explore, enjoy live entertainment from the Chinese Opera and lion dancers.
Exploratorium Community Day
January 22, 10:00 AM — 5:00 PM
Exploratorium
On January 22, The Exploratorium will open it’s doors for free to the public making for a perfect family outing, date with your S.O., or solo adventure!
Presidio Dialogues – Only in San Francisco: The Story of Anchor Steam Beer
January 26, 6:00 PM — 7:00 PM
Presidio Officers’ Club
Anchor’s Brewery historian, tells the fascinating survival story of San Francisco’s singular, iconic brew and America’s first craft brewery. There will be tasting samples for the 21+ crowd!
Fitbit Yoga & Meditation Class
January 28, 3:00 PM — 4:00 PM
Equinox Market Street
Join Fitbit Local Ambassadors for a feel good all-levels yoga flow class at Equinox on Market Street, followed by an intention-setting meditation to get your New Year started off right!
Oakland A’s FanFest
January 28, 11:00 AM — 2:00 PM
Jack London Square
A’s FanFest heads to Jack London Square for autograph signings and photos with Oakland A’s players, coaches, and mascots; plus an interactive kids area, food trucks, and more!
