15 Things to Do in San Francisco This Week · May 14–17, 2026

Music & Nightlife

Joyce Manor, Militarie Gun, Teen Mortgage, & Combat

Joyce Manor headlines a stacked punk/post-hardcore bill with Militarie Gun, Teen Mortgage, and Combat at The Fillmore.

Friday, May 15, 2026 · The Fillmore, 1805 Geary Boulevard, San Francisco

Echo & The Bunnymen at The Masonic

Post-punk icons Echo & The Bunnymen perform at The Masonic presented by Live 105.

Friday, May 15, 2026 · The Masonic, San Francisco

Arts & Culture

The Etruscans: From the Heart of Ancient Italy

Explore a landmark exhibition on the Etruscan civilization at the Legion of Honor, running through September.

Friday, May 15, 2026 9:30 AM · Legion of Honor, 100 34th Ave., San Francisco

Unboarding

A theatrical performance event at Phoenix Theatre in San Francisco.

Saturday, May 16, 2026 7:00 PM · Phoenix Theatre, San Francisco

The Long Middle by Ranu Mukherjee | Opening Reception

Opening reception for artist Ranu Mukherjee's new exhibition at Gallery Wendi Norris in downtown SF.

Wednesday, May 20, 2026 5:00 PM · Gallery Wendi Norris, San Francisco

Cole Valley Nights Short Film Fest

Cole Valley Nights hosts its first all-ages short film fest featuring locally made movies under three minutes — screen your work or watch SF directors shine.

Thursday, May 21, 2026 4:00 PM · San Francisco

Free Events

Pawz for Pierce's Playaz Dog Competition

Youth from across the Bay Area lead dogs through fun competitions at Civic Center Plaza.

Friday, May 15, 2026 4:30 PM · Civic Center Plaza, San Francisco

Bollywood Nights at Salesforce Park

A free Bollywood dance night in the outdoor Salesforce Park — bring friends and dance to the beats.

Friday, May 15, 2026 5:30 PM · Salesforce Park, San Francisco

Transit Trivia with Muni Diaries

A fun trivia event celebrating San Francisco's Muni transit system, tied to the Moving San Francisco exhibition.

Saturday, May 16, 2026 2:00 PM · Off-Site, San Francisco

SF Women Artists Live Painting

Watch SF Women Artists Marie Massey and Rene Rodriguez create live paintings in Mechanics Monument Plaza.

Tuesday, May 19, 2026 12:00 PM · Mechanics Monument Plaza, San Francisco

Outdoors & Active

LuxFest 2026 x Dirtybird Social Club

San Francisco's annual outdoor fitness festival teams up with Dirtybird Records for a day of HIIT, strength, HYROX, and live DJ sets at China Basin Park.

Saturday, May 16, 2026 9:00 AM · China Basin Park, San Francisco

Sunset Bonfire

A community bonfire gathering at sunset on the San Francisco waterfront — bring friends and enjoy the bay views.

Saturday, May 16, 2026 5:30 PM · San Francisco

SF Bay to Breakers 12k/15k

San Francisco's legendary costumed race/party run from the Bay to the ocean — a citywide tradition since 1912.

Sunday, May 17, 2026 8:00 AM · San Francisco

Festivals & Special Events

Bus Stop Bar 126th Anniversary Block Party

One of San Francisco's oldest bars throws a free 8-hour block party to celebrate its 126th anniversary.

Saturday, May 16, 2026 · Bus Stop Bar, San Francisco

Food & Drink

Belizean Cooking Class

An interactive Belizean cooking class teaching the flavors and techniques of Central American cuisine.

Saturday, May 16, 2026 1:00 PM · San Francisco