This Weekend in SF: Climbing, Culture & Disco in the City by the Bay
San Francisco is buzzing this weekend with an eclectic mix of events. From scaling a climbing wall on the waterfront to dancing in Union Square, catching opera under the trees, or enjoying a parade of lowriders through Chinatown, the City by the Bay has something for everyone.
Friday, Sept. 5
✨ Minted SF Night Market (Mint Plaza, 5–9 pm)
A free, all-ages Friday night market blending food, music, and community. RSVP recommended.
🎬 Superman Movie Night + Krypto Cuddles (Oracle Park)
Catch the new Superman under the stars with adorable puppies to snuggle. Ticketed.
😂 Endgames Comedy Festival (The Marsh)
Comics from across the country bring the laughs to Mission District’s legendary stage.
Saturday, Sept. 6
🧗 North Face Climb Festival (China Basin Park)
Scale a 45-foot wall, enjoy bouldering, and dance to live DJ sets right by the Bay.
🎨 Museums on Us (BofA Cardholders)
Enjoy free admission to the de Young, Legion of Honor, Contemporary Jewish Museum, and more.
🎪 Fort Mason Cultural Offerings
Explore The Memory Clerk immersive exhibit and shop at the Fort Mason Night Market.
🚘 Chinatown Car Show + Lowrider Parade
Chrome, hydraulics, and community pride come alive in this vibrant parade rolling through Chinatown.
Sunday, Sept. 7
🎶 Poolside’s Daytime Disco (Union Square, 2–6 pm)
Jeffrey Paradise brings his Poolside Daytime Disco for the very first time to San Francisco. Free with RSVP.
🎭 Opera in the Park (Golden Gate Park)
Pack a picnic and relax on the lawn while the SF Opera fills the park with breathtaking arias.
🪁 Kite Festival at Candlestick
A family-friendly afternoon of colorful skies and kite-flying fun at Candlestick Point.
🍴 Off the Grid at Fort Mason
Cap the weekend with a feast at SF’s biggest food truck festival, featuring global bites and live music.
🎨 Museums on Us Continues
Last chance to enjoy free museum access for Bank of America cardholders.
Final Thoughts
This weekend is packed with choices: scale new heights, savor global bites, dance in the sun, or simply enjoy art and music under the trees. Whether you’re in the mood for disco, opera, cars, or kites, San Francisco has you covered.