Downtown SF is closing a block for a free, 5-hour block party with live music, drinks, and a screening of the Valkyries’ game

Previous Fridays on Front Street. Courtesy of the Downtown SF Partnership

A free block party is coming to Downtown San Francisco this Friday, perfect for after-work drinks to start the weekend. The party will include a screening of the Valkyries’ game, live music, and more. Here’s what to know.

Fridays on Front Street August

A previous Friday’s party on Front Street. Photo by Collin Love, courtesy of Downtown SF Partnership⁠

Fridays on Front Street is a free block party in Downtown San Francisco’s Front Street entertainment zone. The party happens every few months, and the next one is this week, on Friday, August 21. The festivities start at 4 pm, with DJ LadyRyan performing. At 4:30 pm, a screening of the Valkyries’ game will start on a large outdoor screen. After DJ LadyRyan, attendees can expect AroMa Live to take the stage, followed by King Isis.

Along with the entertainment, you can expect plenty of fun games, such as basketball arcade and Beer pong for those 21 and over. A Ballhalla-themed Bling Bar will offer face gems and Valkyries’ airbrushed temporary tattoos for dedicated fans.

a crowd in the street for a free partyPrevious block party at the Front Street entertainment zone. Photo by Collin Love, courtesy of Downtown SF Partnership⁠

You can grab a drink or something to eat from the participating bars in the entertainment zone, such as Harrington Bar and Grill and Schroeder’s. The block party is open to all ages; however, if you’re 21 and over, you can take advantage of the entertainment zone by enjoying a to-go drink within the party area.

Fridays on Front Street is free, but if you RSVP online by 8/20, you will enter a chance to win various prizes, including gift cards or a one-night stay at 1 Hotel San Francisco, among others.

The next Friday on Front Street is August 21 and will run from 4 to 9 pm. Entry is free, and all ages are welcome. The Front Street entertainment zone is located on Front Street between California and Sacramento Streets.