A New Year’s Event with Seth MacFarlane

Wednesday, Dec. 31, 8 p.m. Davies Symphony Hall See the Academy and Grammy award-nominated singer, songwriter, actor, and producer at this concert of Broadway and jazz hits with th... Read More

Holiday Happenings

24th Annual Union Street Fantasy of Lights

Saturday, Dec. 6, 3–7 p.m. thru December Union Street (btw. Van Ness & Steiner) Fillmore Street (btw. Union & Lombard) Thousands of lights set off Victorian buildings as ... Read More

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95th Veteran’s Day Parade

Tuesday, Nov 11, 11 a.m. Market Street (Second to McAllister to City Hall) Show your support for all who have served our country in this salute to the veterans of the Vietnam War. ... Read More

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After Dark: Boom

Friday, July 4, 6–10 p.m. Exploratorium (Pier 15) What’s the science behind fireworks? How are implosions different from explosions? What happens when hot water is combined... Read More

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4th of July Celebration

Friday, July 4, noon Aquatic Park & Pier 39 Celebrate the 4th with varied activities and live entertainment by Evolution and Club 90 (Aquatic Park) and WJM and Tainted Love (Pi... Read More

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Ivan Amodei: Intimate Illusions Magic Show

Sunday, June 15, 2 & 6 p.m. Venetian Room, Fairmont Hotel This critically acclaimed show, accompanied by a concert cellist, cleverly combines razor sharp wit and laughter with ... Read More

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Father’s Day Sail Together

Sunday, June 15, 1–4 p.m. SRV Derek M. Baylis, Pier 40 Spend quality time with Dad aboard this 65-foot yacht. Includes father-child bonding activities, complimentary beer (up to ... Read More

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Father’s Day Beer Brunch Cruise

Sunday, June 15, noon MS California Hornblower, Pier 3 Treat Dad to an enticing buffet and free-flowing beer in a keepsake pint glass. Relax with your family as you enjoy live ente... Read More

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Father’s Day Weekend BikeAbout

Sunday, June 15, 8:30-10 a.m. S.F. Zoo Spend your Sunday morning on a leisurely docent-led cycling tour through the zoo, and finish up with a relaxing continental breakfast. Bring ... Read More

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Cooking with Dad

Saturday, June 14, 2–4 p.m. Sur la Table (2224 Union St.) In this hands-on class, create a menu of mouthwatering favorites — from sliders and fries to homemade guacamole and a ... Read More

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3rd Annual Pig Roast

Saturday, June 14, 2 p.m. Old Log Cabin Meadow, Golden Gate Pk. Start your celebration the day before with pork, beer, music, a bounce house, lawn games, domirolls (highly addictiv... Read More

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Mother’s Day Sail Around the Bay

Sunday, May 11, 1–4 p.m. SRV Derek M. Baylis, Pier 40 Give Mom a special day she won’t forget aboard the 65-foot yacht, the Derek M. Baylis. Includes a flower for each mom,... Read More

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Annual Mother’s Day Rose Show

Sunday, May 11, 12:30–4 p.m. County Fair Bldg., Golden Gate Park (1199 9th Ave.) The S.F. Rose Society presents a variety of miniatures, grandiflora, floribunda, and hybrid tea r... Read More

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Mother’s Day Brunch Cooking Class

Sunday, May 11, 10:30 a.m.–1 p.m. Dacor Kitchen (871 Dubuque Ave., So. S.F.) Whip up a gourmet brunch at this hands-on cooking class where you will learn new cooking techniques a... Read More

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Pa’ina Paint Club: Mother’s Day Sunflower

Sunday, May 11, 3:30–6:30 Pa’ina Lounge (1865 Post) Create your own masterpieces of this popular floral design with the guidance of a professional artist. All materials pro... Read More

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