Happy Friday, San Francisco! Below are some of our favorite things to do in San Francisco this weekend. We’re constantly on the lookout for SF weekend plans, so you’ll always have something to do on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays. If you’re looking for seasonal inspiration, check out our summer bucket list, our list of things to do this June in SF, and our list of Pride events.
1. SF’s Juneteenth Parade
The third annual Juneteenth Parade is scheduled for this Sunday, June 22, in San Francisco. The parade will begin on Market and Spear, heading west on Market until 8th Street, starting at 11 am on Sunday. If you plan on attending, you can bring small folding chairs along Market Street. We recommend arriving before 11 am to secure your preferred viewing spot.
đź“ŤÂ Location: Market and Spear
2. Castro Night Market and Pride celebration
This Friday, June 20th, an exciting night market will take over the Castro. The market happens every 3rd Friday of the month, and you can expect plenty of amazing vendors, a DJ set, performances, and more. The market will run from 5-10 pm, and promises to be a wonderful celebration.
đź“ŤÂ Location: 18th and Castro
3. Attend a rooftop party with DJs
The Hibernia, a historic bank that now operates as an event venue, is hosting a series of rooftop parties this summer. The next event is this Sunday, on June 22 in partnership with local queer collective Queen Out. The party, titled NO SHADE — A Queen Out Rooftop Day Party, will run from 3 to 8 pm on Sunday, and feature multiple performers.
4. Free Bluegrass Festival in Salesforce Park
This Saturday, June 21, Salesforce Park is hosting a Bluegrass and Old Time Festival from 11:30 am to 6 pm. The free event will feature bluegrass music across two stages, along with food and drink from Barebottle Brewing Company and Joyride Pizza.
5. Free Circus Bella shows
Circus Bella, a delightful circus troupe, is performing for free at Yerba Buena Gardens this weekend. The free shows are part of the Yerba Buena Gardens Festival, which takes place throughout the summer, featuring free arts performances every week. Circus Bella is set to perform family-friendly shows on Friday and Saturday this weekend.
đź“ŤÂ Location: Yerba Buena Gardens
6. Drag Me Downtown
Every Friday in June, you can watch a free, pop-up drag performance in the city. The exciting shows are at various venues across SF, and they feature fabulous performances from local drag queens. This week’s show is at the Institute of Contemporary Art in Downtown SF.
đź“Ť Location: Institute of Contemporary Art SF ( 345 Montgomery St.)
7. See gigantic troll sculptures in a redwood grove
Artist Thomas Dambo recently unveiled a series of six troll sculptures in a beautiful redwood grove just a 30-minute drive from San Francisco. The whimsical sculptures were installed in Filoli Estate and Garden’s redwood grove last weekend. While you’re at the estate, you can explore the rest of the manicured gardens and the beautiful home.
📍 Location: Filoli Estate & Gardens, 86 Cañada Rd, Woodside, CA 94062
8. Check out the pop-up bar in Golden Gate Park
The Whale’s Tail, a summer pop-up bar, is officially back. Located in Golden Gate Park, you can enjoy live music, sip on drinks, and hang out on JFK promenade from noon to 6 pm every day this weekend. Plus, you can look forward to the occasional food truck or live music.
đź“ŤÂ Location: JFK Promenade, Golden Gate Park
9. Enjoy live jazz and wine in the Fairmont
The Fairmont is hosting live jazz in its lobby on Friday evenings from 4:30 to 7:30 pm. While listening to the music, you can sip on local wines and take in the beautiful lobby. Even if you’re an SF local, we recommend stopping by for the good music and wine.
đź“ŤÂ Location: 950 Mason St
10. Bubble Planet: An Immersive Experience
This immersive, interactive experience in Oakland features 10 rooms with different themes and all things bubbles. The family-friendly exhibition includes VR technology, simulators, and more. The experience lasts approximately 60 to 90 minutes, and tickets are on sale now for the Oakland event.
11. Enjoy a rooftop bar or restaurant
With warm weather on the horizon, it’s the perfect time to check out a rooftop restaurant or bar. Plus, if the weather gets chilly (especially at night), there are some great rooftops with indoor seating so you can enjoy the view but not have to worry about staying warm. Check out the full list here.
12. Check out a beautiful wine bar
San Francisco has plenty of excellent wine bars serving unique wines in every neighborhood. Whether you want to dance under a massive disco bar or sip on natural wines surrounded by plants, there’s a great wine bar near you. Check out our full list here.
13. Free Concerts at the Golden Gate Park Bandshell
Golden Gate Park hosts weekly free concerts at the Bandshell starting in the spring and lasting all the way through the fall. The free music series kicked off last weekend and is officially in full swing. You can see free shows a couple of times a week, including on Sundays and Fridays. Check out this week’s schedule:
- Wed 6/18 (4:00 – 7:00 pm)
Singer/Songwriter Wednesday
4:00 pm – Matt Jaffe
5:00 pm – Drew Martin
6:00 pm – Migrant Pickers - Fri 6/20 (4:30 – 7:30 pm)
Friday Happy Hour
Performer: Maurice Tani (2 sets) - Sat 6/21 (12:00 – 7:00 pm)
Make Music Day 2025
12:00 pm – Jonathan Burnside
1:00 pm – Sammy Patrick Band
2:00 pm – Great American Robber Barrons
3:00 pm – Scatterbrained Uncle
4:00 pm – Manos Lindas
5:00 pm – Pirate Radio
6:00 pm – Grooblen - Sun 6/22 (4:30 – 7:30 pm)
Crucial Reggae Sundays with Irie Dole, DJ Guidance
Special Guests: Byrds of a Feather (Live Band) (5:30 – 6:30 pm)
đź“ŤÂ Location: Golden Gate Park Bandshell, Music Concourse Dr, San Francisco
14. Listen to live music at one of these jazz clubs
San Francisco has a variety of wonderful clubs and bars with regular live jazz music, and it’s the perfect way to spend a Friday or Saturday night in the city. From swanky clubs with reserved seating to laid-back but lively ones, there’s something for everyone. Check out the full list of bars and clubs here..
15. Explore the new Wayne Thiebaud Exhibition
The Legion of Honor recently opened a new exhibition featuring the works of acclaimed painter Wayne Thiebaud. The artist is well-known for his colorful dessert paintings and has had a long career painting various subjects. The exhibition explores Thiebaud’s reinterpretation and sources of inspiration for his work through art history, and it even features works from the artist’s personal collection.
đź“ŤÂ Location: Â 100 34th Ave, San Francisco