20 Things to Do in San Francisco This Week · August 13–16, 2026

Music & Nightlife

ARTMS at Regency Ballroom

K-pop group ARTMS performs at the grand Regency Ballroom in a highly anticipated Bay Area show.

Friday, August 14, 2026 · Regency Ballroom, San Francisco

Courtney Barnett: Creature of Habit Tour (Night 1)

Acclaimed Australian indie-rock songwriter Courtney Barnett kicks off a three-night stand at the legendary Fillmore on her Creature of Habit Tour.

Wednesday, August 26, 2026 · The Fillmore, 1805 Geary Boulevard, San Francisco

Arts & Culture

Godfrey at Cobb's Comedy Club

Stand-up comedy icon Godfrey brings his sharp wit and high-energy performance to Cobb's Comedy Club for a must-see evening.

Thursday, August 13, 2026 7:30 PM · Cobb's Comedy Club, 915 Columbus Avenue, San Francisco

FACT/SF Summer Dance Festival

ODC Theater's three-day Summer Dance Festival showcases contemporary dance companies and performers in an exciting weekend of movement and artistry.

Friday, August 14, 2026 · ODC Theater, San Francisco

The Etruscans: From the Heart of Ancient Italy

The Legion of Honor's sweeping exhibition explores the art and culture of the ancient Etruscan civilization with rare artifacts and immersive displays.

Friday, August 14, 2026 9:30 AM · Legion of Honor, 100 34th Ave., San Francisco

AAPI Empower Hour: Celebrating Our Voices & Cultures

A community gathering at Victory Hall & Parlor celebrating AAPI voices, cultures, and community connection.

Thursday, August 20, 2026 · Victory Hall & Parlor, San Francisco

Food & Drink

Pizza, Bagel & Beer Festival in North Beach

A festive celebration of SF's favorite carbs and craft beer in the heart of North Beach, hosted by the SF Italian Athletic Club Foundation.

Saturday, August 15, 2026 · North Beach, San Francisco

Mess Hall at the Presidio Opens

A historic 6,200-square-foot Army building in the Presidio transforms into an ambitious new food hall with Bay views and three new eateries — opening August 15.

Saturday, August 15, 2026 · The Presidio, San Francisco

Kedar Shenoy Pop-Up Dinner (Mission)

Chef Kedar Shenoy — alum of three-Michelin-star kitchens Quince and Californios — hosts a refined multi-course pop-up dinner in the Mission District.

Tuesday, August 18, 2026 · Mission District, San Francisco

Festivals & Special Events

Chinatown Night Market

SF closes five blocks of Chinatown for a massive night market featuring over 30 street vendors, live music, and a photo walk opportunity after dark.

Friday, August 14, 2026 6:30 PM · Chinatown, San Francisco

Salesforce Park Free 3-Day Music Festival with Breweries and Live Techno

Salesforce Park hosts a free three-day music festival featuring over 40 breweries and live techno performances — an unmissable urban outdoor event this August.

Saturday, August 15, 2026 · Salesforce Park, San Francisco

Free Events

Valencia LIVE! By Into The Streets

A free outdoor street festival on Valencia that transforms the corridor into a vibrant public celebration of community, music, and culture.

Thursday, August 13, 2026 · Valencia Street, San Francisco

Oakland Laurel StreetFair World Music Festival

Oakland shuts down 8 blocks of MacArthur Boulevard for a free annual street party with global music, live dance, and food pop-ups — 17,000 guests expected.

Saturday, August 15, 2026 · MacArthur Boulevard, Oakland

Heart of the City Farmers Market

One of SF's beloved community farmers markets, running since 1981, offering fresh local produce and artisan goods in Civic Center Plaza.

Sunday, August 16, 2026 · Civic Center Plaza, San Francisco

Open Studios: Women & Femme Clothing Swap

Brave New Spaces hosts a community clothing swap at their open studio space — a sustainable, social event for women and femme folks.

Saturday, August 22, 2026 · Brave New Spaces, San Francisco

Pier Party at the Wharf

Free outdoor party at Fisherman's Wharf on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays, featuring live entertainment and waterfront community vibes through September 26.

Saturday, August 22, 2026 2:00 PM · Fisherman's Wharf, San Francisco

Date Night

Sky Rink at SVN West

Skate among the city skyline at this rooftop ice rink at SVN West — a uniquely San Francisco date night experience running through September 20.

Saturday, August 15, 2026 · SVN West, San Francisco

Nightcap En Blanc Rooftop Jazz / R&B Evening - All White Attire

An elegant all-white attire rooftop evening featuring live jazz and R&B — a dreamy outdoor soirée running from August 8 through August 26.

Wednesday, August 26, 2026 · San Francisco

Outdoors & Active

SF Fragrance Sample Swap

A free, community-organized fragrance swap event in The Mission — bring your forgotten samples and swap them for something new to obsess over.

Thursday, August 20, 2026 6:30 PM · The Mission, San Francisco

SF's Biggest Singles Run by MRC x Known

A singles-focused social run event at 500 Marina Blvd with 515+ interested attendees — meet people while moving with stunning waterfront views.

Saturday, August 22, 2026 · 500 Marina Blvd, San Francisco