BARTable This Weekend: Sept. 26–28
Enjoy food, entertainment, culture and community at the Autumn Moon Festival in San Francisco's Chinatown. Photo courtesy of Moon Festival.
BARTable partners with local organizations located near BART stations to shine a light on the incredible diversity of businesses, restaurants and happenings that are easily accessible by transit. Our partners provide special deals and prizes for our weekly giveaways, which you can find on our Contest and Deals page. Interested in becoming a BARTable partner? Learn more here.
Catch "Pictures from Paris" this weekend in Walnut Creek. Photo courtesy of California Symphony.
San Francisco Chinatown Autumn Moon Festival
Sept. 27–28 | Montgomery St
11 a.m.-5 p.m. | Grant Ave. between California St. and Broadway
The Autumn Moon Festival is a fun cultural celebration in Chinatown featuring lion dances, mooncakes, food vendors and family-friendly entertainment. Discover authentic community traditions and performances, just 0.4 miles from Montgomery St.
You needn’t pay a dime – or even a pretty penny! – to enjoy the breadth of the Bay Area’s offerings. Below you’ll find a roundup of free local events, including festivals, markets, museum admission-free days and more!
Head to North Beach this weekend for San Francisco's fun Coffee & Pastry event. Photo courtesy of DoTheBay.
Queer Shakespeare “Othello” at Salesforce Park
Sept. 26 | Montgomery St
6:30 p.m. | 425 Mission St.
Experience Shakespeare’s “Othello” in a totally new way — a queer reimagining that brings new depth and perspective to the classic tragedy. Set against the backdrop of Salesforce Park, this immersive performance moves through the gardens, blending theater with the city’s beautiful outdoor setting. Check it out, just 0.3 miles from Montgomery St.
North Beach Coffee & Pastry Festival
Sept. 27 | Montgomery St
9 a.m.-3 p.m. | Grant Ave. and Vallejo St.
Who doesn’t love coffee and pastries? Savor the best of San Francisco’s café culture at the North Beach Coffee & Pastry Festival, where local roasters and bakers come together for a day of indulgence. Treat yourself 0.7 miles from Montgomery St.
Fall 2025 Open Studios at 1890 Bryant
Sept. 27 | 16th St Mission
11 a.m.-5 p.m. | 1890 Bryant St.
Experience the Mission’s buzzing creative energy as over 80 artists welcome you into their studios in one of San Francisco’s most dynamic art buildings. Engage with creators, shop for unique pieces, and support the city’s local arts community, just 0.7 miles from 16th St Mission.
Folsom Street Fair
Sept. 28 | Civic Center/UN Plaza
11 a.m.-6 p.m. | Folsom St. and 10th St.
Folsom Street Fair is San Francisco’s legendary leather, kink and alternative street fair — a bold space for radical self-expression where people embrace community, creativity and liberation in all its forms. This weekend, check out the celebration of inclusion, art, and unapologetic authenticity, just 0.6 miles from Civic Center/UN Plaza.
New events have just arrived in the Bay Area! New shows, one-time events, unique workshops, annual events or anything that's just popped up on our radar. Learn more about what qualifies as "BARTable" or use hashtag #sfbartable for the chance to be featured!
Don't miss the powerful performance, Movement Immigrant Orchestra, at Yerba Buena Gardens Festival. Photo courtesy of Yerba Buena Gardens Festival.
Movement Immigrant Orchestra at Yerba Buena Gardens Festival
Sept. 27 | Montgomery St
2-4 p.m. | 773 Mission St.
This weekend, check out the Yerba Buena Gardens Festival's Movement Immigrant Orchestra. The unique group unites Bay Area immigrant musicians from around the globe into a powerful, genre-blending ensemble that fuses diverse traditions into a cohesive, collective sound. Enjoy the performance just 0.3 miles from Montgomery St.
Harajuku Foodie Fest
Sept. 27 | Downtown Berkeley
10 a.m.-5 p.m. | 2018 Oxford St.
The Harajuku Foodie Fest brings the flavors of Japanese street food to Berkeley this weekend. Expect sushi, ramen and a variety of desserts, alongside artisan vendors. Whether you're a foodie or looking to support local Asian-American creators, you’ll find the fun 0.2 miles from Downtown Berkeley.
San Francisco Turkish Festival
Sept. 28 | Embarcadero
11 a.m.-6 p.m. | 1 Market St.
Find the sights, sounds and flavors of Turkey at The San Francisco Turkish Festival. You’ll hear traditional music, witness beautiful dances and taste authentic Turkish cuisine. Join the celebration just 0.3 miles from Embarcadero.
“Les Misérables” at The Orpheum Theatre
Through Oct. 5 | Civic Center/UN Plaza
Times vary | 1192 Market St.
BroadwaySF is bringing the legendary “Les Misérables” to the Orpheum Theatre. Witness an iconic tale of love, sacrifice and redemption set in 19th-century France, just steps from Civic Center/UN Plaza.
Air at SF Masonic Auditorium
Sept. 28 | Civic Center/UN Plaza
8 p.m. | 1111 California St.
This iconic show honors the 25th anniversary of Air’s debut album “Moon Safari.” Enjoy the atmospheric electronica 0.8 miles from Civic Center/UN Plaza.
What are you doing this weekend?
Tell us about your weekend activities! Show us on social media tag #SFBARTable and follow us Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok to see all of the best BARTable events, places to eat and where to have fun around the Bay.
by Nicole Findlay
More BARTable
