BARTable This Weekend: Feb. 14-16
The entire family will love the Chinese New Year Parade in San Francisco. Photo courtesy of Beth LaBerge for KQED.
We're gearing up for a big weekend in the Bay. Whether you're celebrating Black History Month, Lunar New Year, Valentine's Day or the NBA All-Star Game, we've got plenty of action-filled activities near BART. From performances and parades to pillow fights and movie festivals, there's no shortage of fun. Whatever you decide to do, don't forget your Clipper card.
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Don't miss San Francisco's Chinese New Year Parade near BART. Photo courtesy of SFGov.
The National Basketball Players Association Brotherhood Deli
Feb. 14–16 | Powell St
11 a.m.–6 p.m. | 1379 4th St.
This basketball fan experience at Spark Social SF inside Parklab Gardens is free and one-of-a-kind. Expect immersive games and hourly slam dunk shows. You can also meet star players and snap photos in front of the NBA 2K "Ball Over Everything" mural. The fun is 1.6 miles from Powell St. with a quick connection to the Muni T and exit at Mission Rock.
San Francisco Chinese New Year Parade
Feb. 15 | Montgomery St.
5:00 p.m. | Begins at 2nd St. and Market St.
The San Francisco Chinese New Year Parade is one of the top ten parades in the world. Highlights include colorful floats, marching bands, lion dances, acrobats and a giant dragon, to name a few. Plus, this year, the grand finale is a fireworks show, followed by a choreographed drone light show. You won't want to miss this annual event, which begins just steps from Montgomery St.
Feb. 15–16 | Montgomery St
Times Vary | Grant Ave.
Before the Chinese New Year Parade, check out the street fair. Discover over 100 booths and cultural activities, like folk dancing and drumming, on Saturday between 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and Sunday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Shop, dine and mingle in San Francisco's Chinatown, only 0.4 miles from Montgomery St.
"Cool Brittania" at the SF Ballet
Through Feb. 19 | Civic Center/UN Plaza
Times Vary | 301 Van Ness Ave.
Explore British dance with new voices at the San Francisco War Memorial Opera House. This weekend, you'll witness the groundbreaking ballet "Chroma" by Sir Wayne McGregor, the elegant choreography in "Within the Golden Hour" by Christopher Wheeldon and the North American Premier of "Dust" by Akram Khan. Be entertained 0.3 miles from Civic Center/UN Plaza.
"Back to the Future – The Musical"
Through Mar. 9 | Civic Center/UN Plaza
Times Vary | 1192 Market St.
"Back to the Future: The Musical," winner of multiple awards, including the 2022 Olivier Award for Best New Musical, has arrived in San Francisco. The iconic story follows Marty McFly as he travels back to 1955 and must race against time to restore the present and return to the future. Catch the cinematic classic turned Broadway musical at Orpheum Theatre just steps from Civic Center/UN Plaza.
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!
Celebrate Black History Month in San Leandro at the RNB Day Market. Photo courtesy of DoTheBay.
Feb. 14 | Embarcadero
5:45–7:45 p.m. | 1 Market St.
This Valentine’s Day, head to Embarcadero Plaza, pillows in tow, to join the crowds in a massive pillow fight. Feathers will fly at this unofficial event. Just bring a garbage bag to help clean up after. Start swinging 0.1 miles from Embarcadero.
Feb. 14 | Various
All day | Various
Spend Valentine’s Day exploring our beautiful city! From City Hall to Fisherman’s Wharf and the Mission District, there are so many adventures to share with a loved one. Guided tours depart from BARTable spots throughout San Francisco.
Feb. 15 | Montgomery St
1 p.m. | 100-132 Fremont St.
Robert Moses Kin will perform at Salesforce Park for Black History Month this weekend. The rooftop park is the perfect setting to witness contemporary dance, music and poetry from a true talent. Attend this must-see event 0.3 miles from Montgomery St.
Feb. 15 | San Leandro
Noon–6 p.m. | 222 Davis St.
The Black History Month celebration with Downtown San Leandro & West Coast Makers includes food trucks, music, art and even a fashion show with prizes! Eat, drink, dance, shop and enjoy local culture 0.4 miles from San Leandro Station.
Feb. 15 | South San Francisco
1 p.m. | 901 Civic Campus Way
Celebrate Black History Month with Joy Fest at the South San Francisco Library. At 1 p.m., Mayor Eddie Flores will welcome the community before J. R. Rice hosts the musical event. At 2 p.m., catch the short film “Hair Love” before jumping into double-dutch, crafts and tasty bites from Flavas Jamaican Grill. Join the fun 0.8 miles from South San Francisco.
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!
Laugh this Valentine's Day with the All-Star Comedy Jam. Photo courtesy of Live Nation.
All-Star Comedy Jam at the Paramount Theatre
Feb. 14 | 19th St/Oakland
7 p.m. | 2025 Broadway
Laugh out loud this Valentine's Day at the All-Star Comedy Jam in Oakland. Bill Bellamy hosts and guests include stars like Earthquake, DC Young Fly, Michael Blackson, Cocoa Brown and Lewis Belt. Catch the show 0.1 miles from 19th St/Oakland.
Feb. 14–16 | Civic Center/UN Plaza
Times Vary | 201 Franklin St.
Mavis Staples is a legendary gospel and soul singer and a 1999 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee. With a career spanning six decades, she's known for her powerful voice in music and civil rights. This weekend, lucky patrons are in for quite a show at the Miner Auditorium, 0.5 miles from Civic Center/UN Plaza.
Feb. 14 | 12th St/Oakland City Center
7 p.m. | 1807 Telegraph Ave.
Fancy a Valentine's Day concert at the Fox Theatre? Guster, the popular American alternative rock band, is in the Bay Area for the "We Also Have Eras" tour. Check out their heartfelt songs and infectious hooks 0.2 miles from 12th St/Oakland City Center.
San Francisco Independent Film Festival
Through Feb. 18 | 16th St Mission
Times Vary | 3117 16th St.
The 27th San Francisco Independent Film Festival (SF IndieFest) has arrived, bringing 80 new independent films from around the world to the Bay Area. Filmgoers can enjoy plenty of original stories from creative and authentic voices—an alternative to mainstream cinema. Screenings will be at the historic Roxie Theater, 0.1 miles from 16th St Mission.
Looking for more BARTable things to do? Try one of the many Michelin-starred restaurants near BART. Stay warm at these indoor attractions and museums. Or visit an indoor attraction with friends and family. Don't forget to use BART's Trip Planner to plan your outing!
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by Nicole Findlay
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