Dana Flynn, Author at Secret San Francisco

I am originally from the Seattle area and moved to the East Coast for college. After graduating from Tufts University in 2021, I moved to San Francisco and immediately fell in love with the city's colorful Victorians, beautiful parks, and wonderful people. When I'm not writing, you can find me painting, enjoying one of the many parks, and searching for the best new restaurants.

San Francisco is closing 5 blocks on Haight Street this weekend for a massive, free street fair featuring 2 live stages and dozens of local vendors

This weekend, the Haight Ashbury is shutting down five blocks on Haight Street for the iconic free street fair, featuring two stages and dozens of local vendors. The Haight Ashbury Street Fair will take o...

Things To Do

This weekend is the last Castro Night Market of the season, with a Disco Drag theme and all-night karaoke

The Castro is kicking off the weekend with one of its popular free events, with drag shows, local vendors, and more. This is the last Friday night market of the season in the Castro, and it has a fabulous...

Things To Do

Golden Gate Park is hosting a free, five-hour comedy show with 50 comedians this weekend

This weekend, an iconic tradition is returning to Golden Gate Park, bringing an afternoon of comedy. San Franciscans can enjoy five hours of comedy from dozens of comedians on an outdoor stage, and it's a...

Music Things To Do

A free, 8-hour music festival is coming to San Francisco’s waterfront this Saturday — bringing 10 live bands, local artists, and food trucks to the Lower Great Highway

This weekend, a free, 8-hour music festival and community celebration is coming to San Francisco's waterfront. The party is hosted by an iconic bar, The Riptide, and will feature a lineup of local musicia...

Things To Do

San Francisco is shutting down 6 blocks of historic Chinatown for a free, 2-day Autumn Moon Festival this weekend — featuring a dumpling-eating contest, lion dancing, and a parade

San Francisco's historic Chinatown is known for its many thriving restaurants and shops, and many popular community events. One of the neighborhood's major celebrations, the annual Autumn Moon Festival, w...

SFMTA recently increased service on busy Muni lines — here’s what to know

Muni recently announced service changes that took effect on Saturday, August 29, to address crowded transit. The changes are based on feedback from riders and operators and are intended to make service sm...

Wellness & Nature

San Francisco’s Conservatory of Flowers officially reopened the West Gallery — and it’s free to visit for SF residents

The San Francisco Conservatory of Flowers sits just off JFK Promenade in Golden Gate Park. Joggers and bikers regularly pass the scenic building on the pedestrian Promenade, and it's common to see people...

Escapes

This historic mountain town near Lake Tahoe is hosting a 4-hour downtown wine walk this October with over 25 tasting venues and local bites

Truckee is a charming, historic town located just a short drive from Lake Tahoe. The town is known for its historic downtown area, with scenic views and local shops. While Truckee is highly frequented dur...

Escapes

A uniquely preserved California ghost town dating back to the Gold Rush is open to visitors for only $8

Nestled northeast of Yosemite National Park, sits a uniquely preserved ghost town from the Gold Rush Era. The town—Bodie—was once a booming Gold Rush town dating back to 1859. Today, visitors can glimpse...

Culture

SFMOMA just announced its first major fashion exhibit in 40 years, featuring designs from Christian Dior, Cristóbal Balenciaga, and Daniel Roseberry

The San Francisco Museum of Modern Art has an expansive art collection, but it is also known for its many temporary exhibitions, which draw some of the world's most well-known artworks. Today, SFMOMA anno...