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Events in San Francisco, CA

60 upcoming events near San Francisco — concerts, theater, markets, library programs and more. Free to browse; each links to the source.

Lifelong learning

June 5, 2026 to August 28, 2026

GLEN CANYON REC CENTER · San Francisco, CA

Lifelong learningFreeHappens regularly

Drop-in: Writing to Remember

GLEN CANYON REC CENTER

Come check out our drop-in memoir-writing class! Free to join!

Classes and talksFreeWeeklyIndoors

Food festivals

June 6 to 7, 2026

11 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Union Street, Marina District · San Francisco, CA

Food festivalsFree

Union Street Festival

Union Street, Marina District

You can wander a two-day street fair in the Marina with food, drink and local makers.

Boating and waterOutdoorsBring the grandkids

Community & civic

June 6, 2026 to August 29, 2026

Golden Gate Park Bandshell · San Francisco, CA

Community & civicHappens regularly

SF Adaptive Cycling Program

Golden Gate Park Bandshell

The San Francisco Adaptive Cycling Program is a collaboration between Recreation and Parks, MTA, and BORP Adaptive Sports and Recreation. The program runs Saturdays, 10PM -2PM, June-October in Golden Gate Park, behind the Bandshell in the Music Concourse. Reservations are required and bike availability is limited. To make a reservation: call 510-848-2930 or email cycling@borp.org. All bike reservations must be made before 5pm on the Thursday before the event. Include your Full Name, Bike Type...

WeeklyOutdoorsBring the grandkids

Music & concerts

June 6 to 7, 2026

11 a.m. to 7 p.m.

San Francisco, CA

Music & concerts

Union Street Festival in Cow Hollow

Union Street closes to cars for a weekend of local food, art, and live music in the Cow Hollow neighborhood. It is an easy, low-key way to spend a June afternoon.

MusicOutdoorsBring the grandkids

Lifelong learning

June 6, 2026 to July 25, 2026

CROCKER AMAZON PLGD · San Francisco, CA

Lifelong learningFrom $112Happens regularly

Yoga - Vinyasa

CROCKER AMAZON PLGD

Vinyasa is dynamic way of linking breath to movement, and sequencing is often built around sun salutations. The class is approachable and non-competitive, and students are encouraged to find their own rhythm and pace. In the class you will build heat, endurance, flexibility, strength and concentration. Classes are for all levels; in Level 1-2 basics will be reviewed and pace may be slower.

Dance and fitnessWeeklyIndoors

Community & civic

June 6, 2026 to August 29, 2026

GLEN CANYON REC CENTER · San Francisco, CA

Community & civicFreeHappens regularly

Drop-in: Wheelchair Basketball

GLEN CANYON REC CENTER

Glen Park Recreation Center (70 Elk Street) is hosting a free drop-in wheelchair basketball session every Saturday from 3 to 6 p.m. in partnership with BORP Adaptive Sports and Recreation. All ages are welcome. You don't have to have a mobility disability to participate, but the organizer requires be able to maneuver a wheelchair. Wheelchairs are available (will fit people at least 5-feet tall). Let's get hooping!

FreeWeeklyOutdoorsBring the grandkids

Community & civic

June 6, 2026 to August 29, 2026

HERZ REC CENTER · San Francisco, CA

Community & civicHappens regularly

Drop-in: Basketball

HERZ REC CENTER

WeeklyBring the grandkids

Lifelong learning

June 6, 2026 to August 29, 2026

BETTY ANN ONG CHINESE REC CENTER · San Francisco, CA

Lifelong learningFreeHappens regularly

Zumba - Drop-in

BETTY ANN ONG CHINESE REC CENTER

There is now a minimal fee for Indoor Zumba. Walk-up outdoor classes are free. Visit sfrecpark.org/zumba for a full list of current class information. Purchase a discounted multi-visit pass at sfrecpark.org/register under Passes & Memberships.

Dance and fitnessFreeWeeklyOutdoorsIndoors

Lifelong learning

June 6, 2026 to August 29, 2026

BERNAL HEIGHTS REC CENTER · San Francisco, CA

Lifelong learningFreeHappens regularly

Zumba - Drop-in

BERNAL HEIGHTS REC CENTER

There is now a minimal fee for Indoor Zumba. Walk-up outdoor classes are free. Visit sfrecpark.org/zumba for a full list of current class information. Purchase a discounted multi-visit pass at sfrecpark.org/register under Passes & Memberships.

Dance and fitnessFreeWeeklyOutdoorsIndoors

Dance & fitness

June 7, 2026 to August 23, 2026

EXCELSIOR PLGD · San Francisco, CA

Dance & fitnessFreeHappens regularly

Zumba - Drop-in

EXCELSIOR PLGD

Walk-up outdoor Zumba is free! Visit sfrecpark.org/zumba for a full schedule of current classes.

Dance and fitnessFreeWeeklyOutdoors

Lifelong learning

June 9, 2026 to August 11, 2026

GLEN CANYON REC CENTER · San Francisco, CA

Lifelong learningFreeHappens regularly

Physical Conditioning for Active Seniors

GLEN CANYON REC CENTER

This fitness class will provide a total body workout that is fun, challenging and low impact. This class provides a combination of Yoga and Pilates techniques, flexibility and balance work, hand weights strength work, and mat core and body lengthening work. Work outs may vary week to week. You will need a yoga mat and hand weights (2, 3 or 5 lbs). Please inform your Doctor that your are participating in a physical workout.

Dance and fitnessFreeWeeklyIndoors

Lifelong learning

June 9, 2026 to August 11, 2026

CROCKER AMAZON PLGD · San Francisco, CA

Lifelong learningHappens regularly

Drop-in: Ping Pong

CROCKER AMAZON PLGD

Step up to the table and sharpen your reflexes with our Ping Pong Basics class! Whether you're brand new to the game or looking to improve your skills, this fun and fast-paced class teaches the foundations of table tennis in an easy-to-follow, supportive environment.

Classes and talksWeeklyIndoors

Community & civic

June 9, 2026 to August 11, 2026

GLEN CANYON REC CENTER · San Francisco, CA

Community & civicFreeHappens regularly

Book Discussion Group

GLEN CANYON REC CENTER

Join a wonderful group of book lovers to read and discuss challenging and light hearted titles. Our guests not only enjoy reading every week but the discussion that follows, and, the camaraderie that is established

FreeWeeklyBring the grandkids

Community & civic

June 9, 2026 to August 4, 2026

GLEN CANYON REC CENTER · San Francisco, CA

Community & civicFrom $120Happens regularly

Volleyball - Beginner

GLEN CANYON REC CENTER

Learn the rules of the game in this co-ed, fun, and social beginning volleyball program.

WeeklyBring the grandkids

Pickleball & rec

June 9, 2026 to August 11, 2026

BETTY ANN ONG CHINESE REC CENTER · San Francisco, CA

Pickleball & recHappens regularly

Drop-in: Table Tennis

BETTY ANN ONG CHINESE REC CENTER

Drop-In Table Tennis is designed for players to work on their skills & meet new opponents for a match. We have tables available, bring your own paddles or borrow ours.

PickleballWeekly

Lifelong learning

June 9, 2026 to August 11, 2026

JOE DIMAGGIO PLGD · San Francisco, CA

Lifelong learningFreeHappens regularly

Move n Groove Fitness for Seniors

JOE DIMAGGIO PLGD

Great for body and spirit! Enjoy the music and sense of community. Each class includes stretching, light weights for muscle tone and strength training, core conditioning, legwork with a chair for stability, and easy steps for cardio/aerobic activity. Go at your own pace. Wear comfortable clothes and sturdy shoes. Bring water for hydration.

Dance and fitnessFreeWeeklyIndoors

Dance & fitness

June 9, 2026 to August 11, 2026

JOSEPH LEE REC CENTER · San Francisco, CA

Dance & fitnessFreeHappens regularly

Line Dance with R&B

JOSEPH LEE REC CENTER

Line dance to urban R&B music with step by step instructions and techniques of the nationwide line dance movement. Water will be provided by Lady G.

Dance and fitnessFreeWeekly

Community & civic

June 9, 2026 to August 11, 2026

BETTY ANN ONG CHINESE REC CENTER · San Francisco, CA

Community & civicHappens regularly

Drop-in: Badminton

BETTY ANN ONG CHINESE REC CENTER

WeeklyBring the grandkids

Outdoors & nature

June 9, 2026

San Francisco Botanical Garden · San Francisco, CA

Outdoors & natureFreeHappens regularly

Free Day: San Francisco Botanical Garden

San Francisco Botanical Garden

You can explore 55 acres of gardens for free on this monthly free admission day.

GardeningOutdoors

Community & civic

June 10, 2026 to August 12, 2026

BETTY ANN ONG CHINESE REC CENTER · San Francisco, CA

Community & civicHappens regularly

Drop-in: Volleyball

BETTY ANN ONG CHINESE REC CENTER

WeeklyBring the grandkids

Senior programs

June 10, 2026 to August 12, 2026

JOSEPH LEE REC CENTER · San Francisco, CA

Senior programsHappens regularly

Drop in: Bingo for Seniors

JOSEPH LEE REC CENTER

Senior Bingo participants will gather in a comfortable networking environment. Lady G will host & call all bingo games. Bingo boards and refreshments will be provided.

Weekly

Music & concerts

June 10 to 11, 2026

The Masonic · San Francisco, CA

Music & concerts

Belle and Sebastian

The Masonic

You can see the Scottish indie-pop band play two nights at The Masonic on Nob Hill.

Music

Dance & fitness

June 11, 2026 to August 27, 2026

GLEN CANYON REC CENTER · San Francisco, CA

Dance & fitnessHappens regularly

Drop-in: Medical Qi Gong & Tai Chi

GLEN CANYON REC CENTER

Get your body moving and flowing with Qi Gong and Tai Chi!

Dance and fitnessWeekly

Lifelong learning

June 11, 2026 to August 13, 2026

BETTY ANN ONG CHINESE REC CENTER · San Francisco, CA

Lifelong learningFreeHappens regularly

Ballroom Dance

BETTY ANN ONG CHINESE REC CENTER

Learn and improve your ballroom dance basic skills in a social setting. Dance partner not required. You will enjoy the dance music and have your exercise done at the same time. This is an instructional class. No drop-ins.

Dance and fitnessFreeWeeklyIndoors

Music & concerts

June 11, 14, 19, 23 and 27, 2026

War Memorial Opera House, 301 Van Ness Ave · San Francisco, CA

Music & concerts

Elektra, San Francisco Opera

War Memorial Opera House, 301 Van Ness Ave

You can take in Strauss's dramatic opera across five June performances downtown.

Music

Community & civic

June 11, 2026 to August 13, 2026

JOSEPH LEE REC CENTER · San Francisco, CA

Community & civicFrom $44Happens regularly

Beginning Tang Soo Doo House

JOSEPH LEE REC CENTER

Tang Soo Do is a traditional Korean martial art whose name reflects its roots: Tang (from the Tang Dynasty), Soo (open hand or way of the hand), and Do (way of life). This course introduces students to the philosophy and practice of Tang Soo Do, with training in kicking, punching, blocking, and other open-hand techniques. Instruction emphasizes discipline, physical conditioning, and self-defense skills.

WeeklyBring the grandkids

Classes & arts

June 11, 2026 to August 13, 2026

JOE DIMAGGIO PLGD · San Francisco, CA

Classes & artsFreeHappens regularly

Art Expression for Seniors

JOE DIMAGGIO PLGD

Discover and develop your own unique style of creative expression. We’ll explore a variety of art forms and experiment with materials from painting to collage to mixed media. Participants are also encouraged to bring their own projects to share with the group and receive feedback and ideas. No previous art experience necessary.

Arts and craftsFreeWeeklyIndoors

Music & concerts

June 11, 2026

Palace of Fine Arts · San Francisco, CA

Music & concerts

Bruce Hornsby and The Noisemakers

Palace of Fine Arts

You can catch the piano-driven rock veteran at the historic Palace of Fine Arts.

Music

Community & civic

June 11, 2026 to August 13, 2026

HAMILTON REC CENTER · San Francisco, CA

Community & civicFreeHappens regularly

Karaoke

HAMILTON REC CENTER

Join our Karaoke program and let your voice be heard! Whether you're a seasoned performer or just singing for fun, this is your chance to express yourself, connect with others, and enjoy a Thursday full of laughter, music, and community.

FreeWeeklyBring the grandkids

Community & civic

June 12, 2026 to August 14, 2026

BETTY ANN ONG CHINESE REC CENTER · San Francisco, CA

Community & civicHappens regularly

Drop-in: Mah-jong

BETTY ANN ONG CHINESE REC CENTER

WeeklyBring the grandkids

Theater & film

June 12, 2026

Dolores Park · San Francisco, CA

Theater & filmFree

Sundown Cinema: The Princess Bride

Dolores Park

You can watch the beloved film free under the stars at Dolores Park.

Arts and craftsOutdoorsIndoors

Markets

June 12, 2026

5 to 9 p.m.

Grant Avenue, Chinatown · San Francisco, CA

MarketsFree

Chinatown Night Market

Grant Avenue, Chinatown

You can browse food and craft stalls along Grant Avenue at this evening market.

Arts and craftsOutdoors

Music & concerts

June 12 to 14, 2026

Davies Symphony Hall, 201 Van Ness Ave · San Francisco, CA

Music & concerts

San Francisco Symphony: Scheherazade

Davies Symphony Hall, 201 Van Ness Ave

You can hear Rimsky-Korsakov's lush orchestral suite performed over three nights at Davies.

Music

Lifelong learning

June 12, 2026 to August 14, 2026

JOSEPH LEE REC CENTER · San Francisco, CA

Lifelong learningFrom $44Happens regularly

Intermediate Tang Soo Doo

JOSEPH LEE REC CENTER

This Class is for students that have achieved Orange Belt (7th Gup in Korean) and above. Conceptual Knowledge is required. One should have already learned the basic skills needed for advancement. The General Requirements 1 through 3 shows examples. The Pyung Form signifies the changing aspect of Tang Soo Do, called the Turtle. The Turtle has "peace of mind", it's the slow steady controlled pace to success. Mind, Body, and Spirit.

Classes and talksWeeklyIndoors

Lifelong learning

June 13, 2026 to August 15, 2026

HAMILTON REC CENTER · San Francisco, CA

Lifelong learningFreeHappens regularly

Line Dancing - Intermediate

HAMILTON REC CENTER

This course is an introduction for advanced dances. No partner needed to participate in this dance class. Class will involve some turning dance steps. Wear comfortable shoes and enjoy the music while learning new dance routines.

Dance and fitnessFreeWeeklyIndoors

Lifelong learning

June 13, 2026 to July 11, 2026

GLEN CANYON REC CENTER · San Francisco, CA

Lifelong learningFrom $56Happens regularly

Rec and Parkour

GLEN CANYON REC CENTER

Parkour builds physical and mental strength using only your environment and body so that you can move more quickly, confidently, and creatively. This class utilizes indoor and outdoor environments to teach the fundamentals or gives you a space to sharpen them if you already have a little experience. All you need is athletic shoes and a bottle of water.

Classes and talksWeeklyOutdoorsIndoors

Markets

June 13 to 14, 2026

10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

County Fair Building, Golden Gate Park · San Francisco, CA

Markets

Crystal Fair

County Fair Building, Golden Gate Park

You can shop crystals, minerals and handmade jewelry at this weekend fair in the park.

Arts and craftsOutdoorsBring the grandkids

Markets

June 13 to 14, 2026

Fort Mason Center · San Francisco, CA

MarketsFree

West Coast Craft Fair

Fort Mason Center

You can shop a curated makers market of modern craft and design at Fort Mason.

Arts and craftsOutdoorsBring the grandkids

Community & civic

June 13, 2026

Fillmore Street · San Francisco, CA

Community & civicFree

Juneteenth Festival

Fillmore Street

You can join the Fillmore Street fair marking the end of slavery with live music and family activities.

MusicOutdoorsBring the grandkids

Food festivals

June 13, 2026

11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Japantown · San Francisco, CA

Food festivalsFree

Northern California Soy and Tofu Festival

Japantown

You can sample tofu dishes and enjoy cultural performances at this Japantown food festival.

Food and wineOutdoorsBring the grandkids

Community & civic

June 13, 2026 to August 15, 2026

BETTY ANN ONG CHINESE REC CENTER · San Francisco, CA

Community & civicHappens regularly

Drop-in: Basketball

BETTY ANN ONG CHINESE REC CENTER

WeeklyBring the grandkids

Lifelong learning

June 13, 2026 to August 15, 2026

HAMILTON REC CENTER · San Francisco, CA

Lifelong learningFreeHappens regularly

Line Dancing - Ultra Beginners

HAMILTON REC CENTER

Learn the basics of Line Dancing. You will learn steps, figures and patterns of line dances to all genres of music. No partners are needed. New and challenged seniors are encouraged. It is an ongoing class for beginners. No extra materials are needed except a comfortable pair of shoes for dancing.

Classes and talksFreeWeeklyIndoors

Dance & fitness

June 13, 2026 to August 15, 2026

JOSEPH LEE REC CENTER · San Francisco, CA

Dance & fitnessFrom $44Happens regularly

All Skill Level Tang Soo Doo House

JOSEPH LEE REC CENTER

This course is open to students of all skill levels, from complete beginners to experienced practitioners. Instruction emphasizes the development of strong fundamentals, proper technique, and overall physical fitness through structured training. Students will build confidence, learn practical self-defense skills, and have opportunities to advance at their own pace in a supportive and disciplined environment.

Dance and fitnessWeekly

Lifelong learning

June 14, 2026 to August 9, 2026

GARFIELD SWIMMING POOL · San Francisco, CA

Lifelong learningFrom $136Happens regularly

Adult Swim - Improving Skills and Swimming Strokes

GARFIELD SWIMMING POOL

This class seeks to improve participants' proficiency in basic aquatic skills (including rotary breathing, surface dives and treading) and the six basic swimming strokes (i.e., front crawl, back crawl, butterfly, breaststroke, elementary backstroke and sidestroke). (The butterfly stroke is optional.) Participants also learn skills and concepts needed to stay safe around water, in addition to those needed to help themselves or others in an aquatic emergency.

Classes and talksWeeklyIndoors

Lifelong learning

June 15, 2026 to August 10, 2026

GARFIELD SWIMMING POOL · San Francisco, CA

Lifelong learningFrom $136Happens regularly

Adult Swim - Learning the Basics

GARFIELD SWIMMING POOL

This class is designed to help participants gain basic aquatic skills and swimming strokes, including the front crawl, breaststroke and elementary backstroke. Participants also learn skills and concepts needed to stay safe around water, in addition to those needed to help themselves or others in an aquatic emergency.

Classes and talksWeeklyIndoors

Lifelong learning

June 16, 2026 to June 26, 2026

COFFMAN SWIMMING POOL · San Francisco, CA

Lifelong learningFrom $119Happens regularly

Adult Swim - Learning the Basics

COFFMAN SWIMMING POOL

This class is designed to help participants gain basic aquatic skills and swimming strokes, including the front crawl, breaststroke and elementary backstroke. Participants also learn skills and concepts needed to stay safe around water, in addition to those needed to help themselves or others in an aquatic emergency.

Classes and talksWeeklyIndoors

Music & concerts

June 18 and 20 to 21, 2026

Davies Symphony Hall, 201 Van Ness Ave · San Francisco, CA

Music & concerts

San Francisco Symphony: Gaffigan Conducts Beethoven 9

Davies Symphony Hall, 201 Van Ness Ave

You can take in Beethoven's Ninth and its Ode to Joy under conductor James Gaffigan.

Music

Community & civic

June 20 to 21, 2026

11 a.m. to 7 p.m.

San Francisco, CA

Community & civic

North Beach Festival

The historic North Beach neighborhood throws a big street festival on Father's Day weekend with art, music, and Italian food. It runs both days from 11am to 7pm.

OutdoorsBring the grandkids

Lifelong learning

June 20, 2026 to August 15, 2026

HAMILTON SWIMMING POOL · San Francisco, CA

Lifelong learningFrom $136Happens regularly

Adult Swim - Learning the Basics

HAMILTON SWIMMING POOL

This class is designed to help participants gain basic aquatic skills and swimming strokes, including the front crawl, breaststroke and elementary backstroke. Participants also learn skills and concepts needed to stay safe around water, in addition to those needed to help themselves or others in an aquatic emergency.

Classes and talksWeeklyIndoors

Lifelong learning

June 20, 2026 to August 15, 2026

HAMILTON SWIMMING POOL · San Francisco, CA

Lifelong learningFrom $136Happens regularly

Adult Swim - Improving Skills and Swimming Strokes

HAMILTON SWIMMING POOL

This class seeks to improve participants' proficiency in basic aquatic skills (including rotary breathing, surface dives and treading) and the six basic swimming strokes (i.e., front crawl, back crawl, butterfly, breaststroke, elementary backstroke and sidestroke). (The butterfly stroke is optional.) Participants also learn skills and concepts needed to stay safe around water, in addition to those needed to help themselves or others in an aquatic emergency.

Classes and talksWeeklyIndoors

Community & civic

June 27 to 28, 2026

Civic Center and Market Street · San Francisco, CA

Community & civicFree

Pride Parade and Festival

Civic Center and Market Street

You can take in the festival downtown and watch the big parade Sunday morning along Market Street.

OutdoorsBring the grandkids

Community & civic

June 27 to 28, 2026 (parade June 28)

Parade 10:30 a.m.

San Francisco, CA

Community & civic

San Francisco Pride

Two days of celebration take over Civic Center, and the parade marches up Market Street on Sunday morning. It is one of the biggest, most joyful gatherings the city holds all year.

OutdoorsBring the grandkids

Lifelong learning

June 30, 2026 to July 10, 2026

COFFMAN SWIMMING POOL · San Francisco, CA

Lifelong learningFrom $136Happens regularly

Adult Swim - Improving Skills and Swimming Strokes

COFFMAN SWIMMING POOL

This class seeks to improve participants' proficiency in basic aquatic skills (including rotary breathing, surface dives and treading) and the six basic swimming strokes (i.e., front crawl, back crawl, butterfly, breaststroke, elementary backstroke and sidestroke). (The butterfly stroke is optional.) Participants also learn skills and concepts needed to stay safe around water, in addition to those needed to help themselves or others in an aquatic emergency.

Classes and talksWeeklyIndoors

Music & concerts

July 4 to 5, 2026

San Francisco, CA

Music & concertsFree

Fillmore Jazz Festival

Over the July 4 weekend, the Fillmore district closes its street for free live jazz from more than 30 acts. It is the largest free jazz festival on the West Coast.

MusicOutdoorsHolidayBring the grandkids

Community & civic

July 4, 2026

Fisherman's Wharf · San Francisco, CA

Community & civicFree

Fourth of July Waterfront Celebration and Fireworks

Fisherman's Wharf

You can watch the fireworks over the bay with live music and family activities along the wharf.

MusicOutdoorsHolidayBring the grandkids

Theater & film

July 10 to September 12, 2026

SF Playhouse · San Francisco, CA

Theater & film

Hairspray

SF Playhouse

You can catch the feel-good 1960s musical in an extended run at SF Playhouse.

Arts and craftsIndoors

Music & concerts

July 11, 2026

San Francisco · San Francisco, CA

Music & concertsFree

San Francisco Free Folk Festival

San Francisco

You can take in free folk music, dance and hands-on workshops including ukulele and tango.

Dance and fitnessOutdoorsBring the grandkids

Theater & film

July 14 to August 9, 2026

Orpheum Theatre · San Francisco, CA

Theater & film

Disney's Beauty and the Beast

Orpheum Theatre

You can see the family-friendly Disney musical during its summer run at the Orpheum.

Arts and craftsIndoorsBring the grandkids

Food festivals

July 18, 2026

11 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Embarcadero Plaza · San Francisco, CA

Food festivalsFree

Bastille Day Festival

Embarcadero Plaza

You can celebrate French food, wine and music at this free outdoor festival on the waterfront.

Food and wineOutdoorsBring the grandkids

Lifelong learning

All month, July 2026

Various San Francisco locations · San Francisco, CA

Lifelong learningFreeHappens regularly

LaborFest

Various San Francisco locations

You can attend documentary films, talks and walking tours about working people, most free or by donation.

Classes and talksIndoors