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SF’s 109-Year-Old Ghirardelli Clock Tower Is Back
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Free Museum Days in San Francisco + Bay Area (2025)
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Free Museum Days in San Francisco + Bay Area (2025)
Our guide to the best free monthly museum days in the Bay Area for 2025

Saturday, July 5, 2025

7:00 am   Spring & Mulberry Pop-Up at The Epicurean Trader   FREE
9:00 am   FREE: Eames Exhibition “Past as Prologue” at SF’s Transamerica Pyramid   FREE*
*This is a free public exhibition.
9:30 am   Free de Young Museum Day for Bay Area Residents (Every Saturday)   FREE*
*Free general admission to Bay Area residents. Valid ID or proof of residency required. This offer applies only to the permanent collection galleries. Advanced timed tickets required.
9:30 am   Free “Legion of Honor” Museum Day for Bay Area Residents (Every Saturday)   FREE*
*Free general admission to Bay Area residents. Valid ID or proof of residency required. This offer applies only to the permanent collection galleries. Timed advanced tickets required
9:40 am   Alcatraz City Cruises: Alcatraz & Angel Island Combination Tour (July 5)   $88
All Day   Bank of America’s “Museums On Us” Free Museum Weekend (2025)   FREE*
*Free for Bank of America or Merrill Lynch Card Holders. Some venues may be closed on certain days; please confirm directly with participating museums.
10:00 am   Orinda | 4th of July Parade & Celebration in the Park | 2025   FREE
10:00 am   SF’s Snowboard & Ski Trick Workshop w/ Pro Coaches & Trampolines (House of Air)   $40*
*Booking in advanced is recommended

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Saturday, July 5

FREE: Eames Exhibition “Past as Prologue” at SF’s Transamerica Pyramid
Saturday, July 5 – 9:00 am - Ends at 5:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*This is a free public exhibition.
| Transamerica Pyramid
FREE: Eames Exhibition “Past as Prologue” at SF’s Transamerica Pyramid

The Eames Institute of Infinite Curiosity presents Past as Prologue: The Last Decade of Furniture Design by Ray and Charles Eames (1968–1978), an exhibition spotlighting the seminal work Ray and Charles Eames created in the final decade of their collaboration. Open daily in the newly revitalized ...

Alcatraz City Cruises: Alcatraz & Angel Island Combination Tour (July 5)
Saturday, July 5 – 9:40 am - Ends at 1:35 pm | Cost: $88 | Alcatraz Landing
Alcatraz City Cruises: Alcatraz & Angel Island Combination Tour (July 5)

Alcatraz City Cruises brings back the combination tour to two of San Francisco Bay’s most famous Islands, Alcatraz and Angel Island! Alcatraz Island is regarded as one of the most sought-after attractions of San Francisco, featuring an award-winning cellhouse audio tour that takes you through ...

2025 Fillmore Jazz Festival (July 5-6)
Saturday, July 5 – 10:00 am - Ends at 6:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Fillmore Street (Jackson to Eddy)
2025 Fillmore Jazz Festival (July 5-6)

The Fillmore Jazz Festival returns for its 36th year on July 5-6, 2025, promising a weekend filled with music, arts, and community spirit along historic Fillmore Street. The West Coast’s largest free jazz festival attracts more than 50,000 attendees annually. Spanning twelve blocks on Fillmore from ...

2-for-1 Distillery Tour & Whiskey Tasting at Tripp Distillery (Pacifica)
Saturday, July 5 – 1:00 pm - Ends at 5:00 pm | Cost: $9*
*Distillery Tour and tastings for two $9 (normally $18)
| Tripp Distillery
2-for-1 Distillery Tour & Whiskey Tasting at Tripp Distillery (Pacifica)

🥃 Dive into the spirited world of Tripp Distillery with this exclusive Groupon deal that’s bound to elevate your weekends! 🌟 Embark on a tantalizing journey with a Distillery Tour and Tasting for two (whiskey and other rotating spirits that may include rum, gin, vodka ...Every Saturday

SF’s Traditional Balinese Dance w/ Gamelan Sekar Jaya (Yerba Buena Gardens Festival 2025)
Saturday, July 5 – 2:00 pm - Ends at 3:30 pm | Cost: FREE*
*FREE
| Yerba Buena Gardens (Esplanade)
SF's Traditional Balinese Dance w/ Gamelan Sekar Jaya (Yerba Buena Gardens Festival 2025)
Gamelan Sekar Jaya Sat, July 5 | 2pm – 3:30pm Great Lawn, Yerba Buena Gardens Mission St. between 3rd & 4th Sts. San Francisco, CA For more than 40 years Gamelan Sekar Jaya has set the standard for Balinese music and dance in North America. The only foreign group ever awarded the ...
$5 Off: “Asking for a Friend” Comedy Show in The Mission (SF)
Saturday, July 5 – 7:00 pm - Ends at 8:00 pm | Cost: $12.16*
*use promo code for $5 off tickets - normally $17.35
| Endgames Improv Theater & Bar (SF)
$5 Off: "Asking for a Friend" Comedy Show in The Mission (SF)

Introducing the “Asking for a Friend” Comedy Show: Where Standup and Advice Collide – a night of stand-up brilliance featuring comedians who’ve graced the stages of Conan, Netflix, Comedy Central, and HBO. 🤔 Anonymous Advice: Do you (or your friend) have a question you want ...

SF’s Free 4th of July Weekend 2025 Comedy Festival (July 3-5)
Saturday, July 5 – 7:00 pm - Ends at 10:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free with RSVP (first 50 people). Two drink minimum
| The Function
SF's Free 4th of July Weekend 2025 Comedy Festival (July 3-5)

Get big laughs on the holiday at SF’s newest comedy club with comics from Cobbs, SF Sketchfest, Clusterfest, Punchline and more Discover SF’s newest comedy club as HellaFunny brings you some of SF’s top local comics over 4th of July weekend FREE – RSVP for ...

FREE: Oakland Comedy Saturday Night @ Secret Speakeasy (7p + 9p Shows)
FREE: Oakland Comedy Saturday Night @ Secret Speakeasy (7p + 9p Shows)

Get ready for our “HellaSecret” speakeasy comedy show in Oakland. A series of pop-up live comedy shows at unique spots all across the bay. We’ll take over a venue and you’ll get an email with the secret location. This HellaSecret comedy show takes place in a ...

San Francisco POC Comedy Night (Fridays & Saturdays)
Saturday, July 5 – 7:00 pm - Ends at 10:30 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Use secret code FUNCHEAP for comp tickets, otherwise, $10 off with secret code FUNCHEAP
| Mayes Oyster House
San Francisco POC Comedy Night (Fridays & Saturdays)

Welcome to San Francisco’s newest comedy night, spotlighting the vibrant humor of People of Color! Prepare for an evening of laughter as HellaFunny showcases handpicked talent that normally performs at Cobb’s, SF Sketchfest, and the Punch Line. Our lineup celebrates the diversity of the Bay Area’s comedic ...Every Saturday

“Puff Puff Laugh” SF’s Cannabis Lounge Comedy Show (Moe Greens)
"Puff Puff Laugh" SF's Cannabis Lounge Comedy Show (Moe Greens)

Puff Puff Laugh is Back! And now we’re on Saturdays! HellaFunny is taking over one of SF’s premier cannabis lounges, Moe Greens, for a night of “Puff Puff Laugh.” That’s right… it’s the only comedy show in San Francisco where you can (legally in California) get high ...Every Saturday

Every Fri & Sat: SF Neo-Futurists’ “The Infinite Wrench” (30 Plays in 60 Minutes)
Every Fri & Sat: SF Neo-Futurists' "The Infinite Wrench" (30 Plays in 60 Minutes)

See the show the SF Chronicle calls one of 22 San Francisco things everyone must do! 50 weekends a year, the critically-acclaimed San Francisco Neo-Futurists present The Infinite Wrench, an attempt to perform 30 bite-sized plays in a frantic race against the clock, in an ...

SF’s Late Night Stand-Up Comedy Olympics (SF vs. Oakland)
Saturday, July 5 – 10:00 pm - Ends at 11:30 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free with RSVP
| The Function
SF's Late Night Stand-Up Comedy Olympics (SF vs. Oakland)

Welcome to The HellaFunny Olympics where the best San Francisco comedians go head-to-head against the best Oakland comedians in a classic Battle of the Bay. Who will win? You decide! Teams of comedians representing their city will engage in an epic joke off, trading jokes back and forth until ...Every Saturday

Free “Legion of Honor” Museum Day for Bay Area Residents (Every Saturday)
Free "Legion of Honor" Museum Day for Bay Area Residents (Every Saturday)

 the Legion of Honor offers free general admission to the permanent galleries to Bay Area residents. Advanced tickets are required, and capacity is limited due to COVID-19 precautions. Please note that admission to any special exhibits is not included nor discounted and will require ...Every Saturday

Free de Young Museum Day for Bay Area Residents (Every Saturday)
Free de Young Museum Day for Bay Area Residents (Every Saturday)

, the de Young offers free general admission to the permanent galleries to Bay Area residents. Please note that admission to any special exhibits is not included nor discounted and will require the full admission price. Saturdays feature engaging art experiences for the entire family, ...Every Saturday

Hollister Independance Rally: 4th of July Biker Fest + Motorcycle Rally (July 4-5) | 2025
Saturday, July 5 – 10:00 am - Ends at 8:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Many events are free, but there are ticketed concerts and other.
| Downtown Hollister
Hollister Independance Rally: 4th of July Biker Fest + Motorcycle Rally (July 4-5) | 2025

Hollister Independence Rally Roars Back This July 4th Weekend 2025! HOLLISTER, CA — Get ready to ride! The legendary Hollister Independence Rally returns this Fourth of July weekend, bringing with it the roar of engines, unforgettable entertainment, and an iconic celebration of motorcycle culture. Since ...

Damian & Stephen Marley (Aug 16): Stern Grove Festival Ticket Lottery Opens at 10am
Saturday, July 5 – All Day | Cost: FREE*
*Free, but donations are appreciated. Advanced Tickets required
| Stern Grove
Damian & Stephen Marley (Aug 16): Stern Grove Festival Ticket Lottery Opens at 10am

The Stern Grove Festival returns for its 88th season having presented free concerts in the park every summer since 1938. 2025 Stern Grove Festival June 15 – August 17, 2025 | 2-5 pm Stern Grove, 19th Avenue and Sloat Blvd., SF FREE Enter the Free Ticket Lottery Stern Grove Festival’s ...

The Pointer Sisters (Aug 10): Stern Grove Festival Ticket Lottery Closes at 10am
Saturday, July 5 – 10:00 am | Cost: FREE*
*Free, but donations are appreciated. Advanced Tickets required
| Stern Grove
The Pointer Sisters (Aug 10): Stern Grove Festival Ticket Lottery Closes at 10am

The Stern Grove Festival returns for its 88th season having presented free concerts in the park every summer since 1938. 2025 Stern Grove Festival June 15 – August 17, 2025 | 2-5 pm Stern Grove, 19th Avenue and Sloat Blvd., SF FREE Enter the Free Ticket Lottery Stern Grove Festival’s ...

Bank of America’s “Museums On Us” Free Museum Weekend (2025)
Bank of America's "Museums On Us" Free Museum Weekend (2025)

Holders of Bank of America, Merrill Lynch, or U. S. Trust cardholders (credit cards and debit cards) get free admission to eight Bay Area museums, two Sacramento museums and to more than 225 cultural institutions nationwide, for the first full weekend each month including the de ...Monthly

Nintendo Store’s “Pikmin Bloom” Mini Walk around Union Square (July 4-6)
Saturday, July 5 – 11:00 am - Ends at 6:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Union Square
Nintendo Store's "Pikmin Bloom" Mini Walk around Union Square (July 4-6)

From May 23 through July 23, explorers of all ages can participate in the Pikmin Bloom MINI WALK around Union Square. Union Square is the second location to feature Pikmin Bloom MINI WALK event in the U.S. since the launch of the Pikmin Bloom app* for smartphones. ...

Library Day and Everybody’s Climate Launch at The New Farm (SF)
Saturday, July 5 – 11:00 am - Ends at 4:00 pm | Cost: FREE | The New Farm
Library Day and Everybody's Climate Launch at The New Farm (SF)
The New Farm will be buzzing with live music, art and crafts, book giveaways, and of course, goats and chickens. Plus, the Bookmobile will be there!  “It’s a farm. It’s a chicken grazing field. It’s an environmental education center. And it might just be the coolest ...
Oakland Fiesta Saturdays
Saturday, July 5 – 11:30 am - Ends at 11:59 pm | Cost: FREE | Plank
Oakland Fiesta Saturdays
Get ready to spice up your Saturdays with Fiesta Saturdays on July 5, 2025! Enjoy a vibrant celebration each first Saturday of the month with: Elote Tamales & Sopes Beer Specials Street Tacos & Tortas Homemade Horchata (Original & Spiked) Latin Music Double Arcade Bonus
SF Symphony (July 6): Stern Grove Festival Free In-Person Ticket Pickup
Saturday, July 5 – 12:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free, but donations are appreciated. Advanced Tickets required
| Union Square
SF Symphony (July 6): Stern Grove Festival Free In-Person Ticket Pickup

The Stern Grove Festival returns for its 88th season having presented free concerts in the park every summer since 1938. 2025 Stern Grove Festival June 15 – August 17, 2025 | 2-5 pm Stern Grove, 19th Avenue and Sloat Blvd., SF FREE Enter the Free Ticket Lottery Stern Grove Festival’s ...

Salty Sea Shanties + Mimosas, Music, Maritime Mischief (Richmond)
Saturday, July 5 – 12:00 pm - Ends at 3:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free, and We'll pass a hat if you had fun!
| Saling Goat
Salty Sea Shanties + Mimosas, Music, Maritime Mischief (Richmond)
When: Saturday, July 5th – 12 PM to 3 PM Where: Sailing Goat at Point San Pablo Harbor (former Black Star Pirate BBQ) DIRECTIONS Brunch meets buccaneer — sip on chilled mimosas while our adventurous crew of Shipwrecked Shanty leads you in lively, interactive shanties. Get ...
Russian River “Big Rocky Games” 2025 in Monte Rio
Saturday, July 5 – 12:00 pm - Ends at 4:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Monte Rio Public Beach
Russian River "Big Rocky Games" 2025 in Monte Rio

Monte Rio, along the Russian River, has brought back it’s “Big Rocky Games” with fun kids games and contests. Join the fun with rubber duckie race, rock skipping, water balloon toss, hula hoop contest, cookie walk, potato sack race, and more. Russian River “Big Rocky Games” ...

Alameda County Fair 2025: Nightly Drone Show
Saturday, July 5 – 12:00 pm - Ends at 11:00 pm | Cost: $19.80*
*Adult tickets start at $19.80
| Alameda County Fair
Alameda County Fair 2025: Nightly Drone Show

The Alameda County Fair returns to Pleasanton June 13-July 6, 2025, for a jam-packed season of summer fun, featuring thrilling rides, delicious fair food, live concerts, and exciting shows for all ages. Enjoy free nightly performances from big-name artists as part of the Big O ...

San Francisco Mime Troupe’s “Disruption” (Dolores Park)
Saturday, July 5 – 1:30 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free, but donations are accepted
| 19th & Dolores (Dolores Park)
San Francisco Mime Troupe's "Disruption" (Dolores Park)

The Tony Award-winning San Francisco Mime Troupe returns for its 2025 season with free and lively performances in park settings around the Bay Area. San Francisco Mime Troupe | 2025 Free political theater & music in parks around the Bay Area Various dates: July 4 ...

The San Francisco Mime Troupe “Disruption” at Dolores Park (SF)
Saturday, July 5 – 1:30 pm - Ends at 3:30 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free! $20 suggested donation
| Dolores Park
The San Francisco Mime Troupe "Disruption" at Dolores Park (SF)
In a city where nothing is more important than “innovation” Augie – a son of immigrants whose life is all about helping his neighbors navigate an increasingly underfunded system. Meanwhile a tech genius is all about making a city attractive to the right kind of ...
Saturday Treasure Marts at SF’s Pirate Supply Store
Saturday, July 5 – 2:00 pm - Ends at 6:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Pirate Supply Store
Saturday Treasure Marts at SF's Pirate Supply Store
This summer, fellow seafarers are invited to stop by the 826 Valencia Pirate Supply Store on Saturdays, from July 5 until August 23, to check out our Treasure Marts from 2 to 6 pm. We’re partnering with artists, performers, and creators to show off their wares! ...
Hello, My Name Is Eluterio : A Gallery Experience Opening
Saturday, July 5 – 5:00 pm - Ends at 10:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Suggested donation- $15 / What you can
| The Faight Collective
Hello, My Name Is Eluterio : A Gallery Experience Opening
This show is an intimate, introspective look at Eluterio’s journey through a year as a full-time artist—what they’ve learned, what they’ve had to unlearn, and how creating has helped them rebuild their identity from the inside out. Each piece is a chapter in the story ...
“Crazy Funny Asians” Free Comedy Showcase (SF)
"Crazy Funny Asians" Free Comedy Showcase (SF)

Inspired by the blockbuster movie, see some of the Bay Area’s top comedians at San Francisco’s Crazy Funny Asians comedy showcase, presented by Funcheap and HellaFunny. Let’s celebrate the Bay’s Asian-American culture and heritage with laughs at SF’s brand new comedy club on Market St – ...Every Saturday