Explore Our Favorite Local Events
Whether you're into music, food, film or old-fashioned street fairs, you'll find it in San Francisco. Home to literally hundreds of fairs, festivals, concerts and celebrations, this city takes its events seriously. We've rounded up a few of our favorites here.
by the Bay
September
San Francisco celebrates all things German with the festive Oktoberfest by the Bay, a three-day fest featuring food, oompah music and cold beer.
Week
October
You don’t have to be in the Navy to love Fleet Week. A longtime San Francisco tradition, it celebrates the men and women of the U.S. Armed Forces. Don’t miss the Parade of Ships and Blue Angels Air Show.
Fireworks
December
Enjoy New Year's Eve Fireworks in San Francisco near both the SF Bay Bridge and the Ferry Building! The show starts at 11:59 pm and lasts for about 15 to 20 minutes.
