73rd Annual Macy’s Flower Show

Daily, March 24–April 7, 10 a.m.–9 p.m. Macy’s Union Square In this year’s theme, Journey to Paradisios: Operation Inspiration, visitors will embark on a space odyssey to ... Read More

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13th Annual S.F. International Chocolate Salon

Saturday, March 30, 10 a.m.–5:30 p.m. S.F. County Fair Building Indulge in chocolatey concoctions from dozens of chocolatiers, and attend demos and lectures on everything from ch... Read More

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7th Annual Presidio Picnic

Sundays, March 31–early October, 11 a.m.–4 p.m. Main parade ground, the Presidio This weekly picnic combines the best of the international food scene with the best of this na... Read More

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HERStory: Women’s History Month

Various days through March 31 S.F. Public Library branches SFPL honors and acknowledge the contributions of women and the unique experience of being female today in a month-long ce... Read More

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Hamilton

Tue.–Sun. through Sept. 8 SHN Orpheum Theatre The wildly entertaining Broadway blockbuster about Alexander Hamilton and the birth of our nation with a score that blends hip-hop, ... Read More

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168th Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade

Saturday, March 16, 11:30 a.m. Market Street (at Second) to Grove St. Mayor London Breed is the grand marshal in the largest St. Paddy’s Day parade west of the Mississippi. This ... Read More

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S.F. Beer Week

Daily, Feb. 1–10 Various Bay Area venues Brewski lovers unite: This event kicks off at Pier 35 with a gala of over 120 breweries pouring over 300 brews and features subsequent ev... Read More

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Chinese New Year Festival

Various days, Feb. 2–March 3 Various S.F. venues Gung Hay Fat Choy! Celebrate the Year of the Pig with a street fair, flower fair, and more, including the colorful Chinese New Ye... Read More

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33rd Annual Tribal & Textile Arts Show

Thu.–Sun., Feb. 7–10, 11 a.m. Festival Pavilion, Fort Mason Center More than 70 international dealers and galleries will showcase rare historical and contemporary art by tribal... Read More

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Tulipmania Festival

Daily, Feb. 9–18 Pier 39 Stroll down the pier and enjoy a spectacular and colorful display featuring over 39,000 tulips and seasonal garden favorites. Take a guided tour and lea... Read More

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S.F. Chronicle Wine Competition Public Tasting

Saturday, Feb. 16, 1–4 p.m. Festival Pavilion, Fort Mason Center As the largest competition of U.S. wines in the world, this always-sold-out public tasting is a not-to-miss wine ... Read More

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29th Anniversary of the Sea Lions’ Arrival

Saturday, Jan.19, 10:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m. K-Dock, Pier 39 and Sea Lion Center Celebrate with free Sea Lion Encounter Walking Tours given by Aquarium of the Bay naturalists. Tour pa... Read More

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19th Annual Edwardian Ball & World’s Faire

Faire: Friday, Jan. 25, 8 p.m.–2 a.m. Ball: Saturday, Jan. 26, 8 p.m.–2 a.m. Regency Ballroom (1300 Van Ness Ave.) This description-defying, high camp, whimsical, and surrealis... Read More

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Shen Yun Performing Arts

Daily, Jan. 1–7 War Memorial Opera House Enjoy a spectacular, colorful, and exhilarating performance of classical Chinese dance and music. $80–$400, 888-974-3698, shenyun.com ... Read More

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6th Annual FOG Design & Art Fair

Preview Gala: Wednesday, Jan. 16, 4–10 p.m. Fair: Thu.–Sun., Jan. 17–20, 11 a.m. Festival Pavilion, Fort Mason Center This fair celebrates today’s most significant creative... Read More

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