Published Aug. 19, 2026at6:00am
The French rapper begins his international tour right here in SF.
Date and timeWednesday, Aug. 19, 8 p.m.
A mini carnival complete with a pie baking competition, live music, and games takes over the neighborhood’s main shopping street.
Date and timeThursday, Aug. 20, 4 to 9 p.m.
The contemporary R&B legend’s Son of Spergy tour stops in the city for two nights.
Date and timeThursday, Aug. 20, and Friday, Aug. 21
Party like it’s 1300 BC: Explore ancient Egyptian artifacts in the museum’s newest exhibition, then dance to DJ sets all night.
Source: Photograph by Massimo Listri; Courtesy of de Young MuseumDate and timeThursday, Aug. 20, 6 to 10 p.m.
Experience a cuteness overload with back-to-back feline flicks at the Mission’s beloved indie theater.
Date and timeThursday, Aug. 20, 6 p.m.
SFMOMA is offering rare free admission for an artist talk and music performance in recognition of its newest installation.
Date and timeThursday, Aug. 20, 6 to 8 p.m.
Indie-pop bands and DJs play a full weekend of shows as part of the venue’s final slate of programming before its end-of-year closure.
Date and timeThursday, Aug. 20, to Sunday, Aug. 23
Our free outdoor movie series returns with food trucks, drinks, and a screening of the 1998 remake. Bring your friends — and a few layers for when the fog rolls in. Plus, RSVP for a chance to win your Amazon Wish List, worth up to $1,000.
Date and timeFriday, Aug. 21; event opens at 5 p.m., movie starts around 8 p.m.
Celebrate the season with hula lessons, lei-making, food vendors, and music at this family-friendly night market.
Date and timeFriday, Aug. 21, 4:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Following the opening of its Union Square location and a campaign (opens in new tab) with Oakland-born Marshawn Lynch, streetwear brand BAPE is throwing a free block party with games, DJs, food, and special guests.
Date and timeSaturday, Aug. 22, 1 to 5 p.m.
Portola Festival is joining forces with Marina Summer for a drag spectacular with festival ticket giveaways and Portola-inspired cocktails.
Date and timeSaturday, Aug. 22, 9:30 p.m. to 2 a.m.
Meet senior pups dressed in bikinis, Hawaiian shirts, and other summertime best — and maybe even give one a new home at this two-day adoption event.
Evan Reinhardt for The StandardDate and timeSaturday, Aug. 22, and Sunday, Aug. 23
Breweries, cideries, food vendors, and musicians transform Salesforce Park into a hub of all things fermented.
Date and timeSunday, Aug. 23, 2 to 7 p.m.
San Francisco’s most pointless gathering returns. Equipped with shovels or just their hands, attendees collectively dig a massive hole where rowdy wrestling matches will unfold.
Date and timeSunday, Aug. 23, 1 to 8 p.m.Sold-out eventsWednesday, Aug. 19, and Thursday, Aug. 20: Michael Che at Cobb’s Comedy Club (opens in new tab)Saturday, Aug. 22, and Sunday, Aug. 23: The Breeders at The Castro (opens in new tab)Looking ahead