BARTable This Weekend: April 11-13

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Visit the Tri Valley Innovation Fair this weekend! Photo courtesy of Quest Science. 

San Francisco Restaurant Week
April 4-13 | Multiple
Times vary | Multiple

San Francisco Restaurant Week is in its second weekend with exclusive prix-fixe menus at some of the city’s best restaurants. Enjoy multi-course lunch and dinner specials and fantastic deals on delicious dishes. Try new hotspots or return to old favorites throughout San Francisco through Sunday. 

Kenny Barron at SFJAZZ Miner Auditorium
April 10-13 | Civic Center/UN Plaza
Times vary | 201 Franklin St.

The Los Angeles Times called Kenny Barron “one of the top jazz pianists in the world,” and this weekend, you can see him live at the Miner Auditorium. The 11-time Grammy nominee will hit the stage to entertain patrons with original material and jazz classics. See the performance 0.5 miles from Civic Center/UN Plaza. 

ODC Dance Downtown
April 10-13 | Montgomery St
Times vary | 700 Howard St.

ODC/Dance presents Dance Downtown this weekend at the Blue Shield of California Theater in the Yerba Buena Center for the Arts. The exhilarating program of thought-provoking works invites audiences into the reflective, uplifting and provocative power of dance. Online tickets are 15% off for our BARTable friends with code BARTable at checkout! Then witness the show 0.4 miles from Montgomery St.

Tri-Valley Innovation Fair
April 12 | Dublin/Pleasanton
10 a.m.-5 p.m. | 2005 Valley Ave.

The 7th Annual Tri-Valley Innovation Fair is a free, family-friendly event celebrating science, engineering and technology. New this year are two exhibit halls focused on healthcare & biotech and sustainability & planetary health. Ride BART to Dublin/Pleasanton station and take the Wheels 8 Bus to the Alameda County Fairgrounds to enjoy more than 80 exhibitors and interactive performances.  

“Art” at Shotgun Players
Through April 12 | Ashby
Times vary | 1901 Ashby Ave.

Shotgun Players present “Art,” a Tony Award-winning play that explores the complexities of friendship when one of three friends buys an expensive modern painting. With witty dialogue and themes of value, identity and betrayal, this show is a must-see. Catch this thought-provoking play 0.2 miles from Ashby.

Northern California Cherry Blossom Festival
April 12-13 | Civic Center/UN Plaza
11 a.m.-6 p.m. | Japantown

One of California’s most prominent Japanese and Japanese American traditions, the Northern California Cherry Blossom Festival is a family-friendly opportunity to witness the beautiful blooms, participate in cultural programs, shop local vendors and dine at the non-profit food bazaar. Look for the BART booth on Saturday, April 12! Most festivities are located in San Francisco’s Japantown, 1.3 miles from Civic Center/UN Plaza.  

SFMOMA Free Community Day
April 13 | Montgomery St
10 a.m.-5 p.m. | 151 Third St.

Take advantage of the free museum-wide admission at SFMOMA this Sunday in celebration of the opening of Ruth Asawa: Retrospective. Enjoy one of the largest modern art museums in the world, plus special event performances and activities, 0.3 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!

Don't miss the Torani pop-up this weekend in the Bay Area. Photo courtesy of Torani. 

“SKATE” Exhibition at 111 Minna Gallery
April 11 | Montgomery St
4 p.m. | 111 Minna St.

As a tribute to the Bay Area skate legacy, 111 Minna Gallery is hosting a unique exhibition of art on skateboards There’ll be live music by the Hooks, talented DJs and tasty eats, including flavors from Curry Up Now, El Norteno and Donut Petit. Find SKATE 0.3 miles from Montgomery St.

Outdoor Film Fest at PROXY
April 11 | Civic Center/UN Plaza
8-10 p.m. | 432 Octavia St.

This weekend’s outdoor movie at the PROXY Walk-In Theater in Hayes Valley is “Crossing.” The film centers around Istanbul’s trans community and follows Lia, a retired teacher, who travels to the Turkish city to find her long-lost niece. Grab a Fort Point Beer or a non-alcoholic tonic from the in-house juice shop and enjoy the show just 0.5 miles from Civic Center/UN Plaza.

Torani 100th Anniversary “Flavor Factory” Pop-Up
April 11-13 | Montgomery St
11 a.m.- 6 p.m. | 1643 Powell St.

Torani is a globally renowned flavor company based in the Bay Area. This weekend, celebrate 100 years of innovation, which includes putting Italian sodas on the map in the 1920s and the invention of the flavored lattes in the 1980s, with a whimsical “Willy Wonka”-esque pop-up. Take BART to Montgomery St and head to the historic North Beach neighborhood where Torani started a century ago. You’ll find the charming and tasty event 0.9 miles away.

Easter Egg Hunt on Yerba Buena Gardens Great Lawn
April 12 | Montgomery St
10 a.m.-12:30 p.m. | 750 Howard St.

This popular San Francisco Easter Egg Hunt has five start times, depending on the age of your little seekers. Before or after they find colorful eggs filled with small prizes, children can snap photos with the Easter Bunny, play lawn games and enjoy music and crafts. Register in front of the MLK Fountain and get celebrating 0.6 miles from Montgomery St.

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Enjoy the Cesar Chavez Day Parade and Festival this weekend near BART. Photo courtesy of DoTheBay. 

Spring Open Studios at 1890 Bryant
April 11-13 | 16th St Mission
6–9 p.m. | 1890 Bryant St.

Over 100 artists will display their work over three floors in this premier art building, which was once a mayo factory! You’ll find paintings, drawings, photography, ceramics and more at this unique and creative spot. Meet the artists, see their creative process and maybe pick up a new piece 0.7 miles from 16th St Mission.

Cesar Chavez Day Parade & Festival
April 12 | 24th St Mission
11 a.m.-6 p.m. | 24th Street and Folsom St. 

Celebrate the life of Cesar Chavez this weekend in San Francisco. The parade starts at 11 .a.m. at Dolores Park at 19th St., followed by a fun festival until 6 p.m. at 24th St. from Folsom to Bryant. Enjoy live performances and a low-rider car show, indulge in tasty eats and participate in arts and crafts. This fun, family-friendly event is 0.3 miles from 24th St Mission.

The Rock Orchestra by Candlelight at Golden Gate Theatre
April 13 | Civic Center/UN Plaza
8 p.m. | 1 Taylor St.

There’s nothing quite like the candlelit stage of talented musicians playing classic rock music from bands like Metallica, the Rolling Stones and Papa Roach. The orchestra of strings brings high energy to this unique setting. Witness classical music and rock collide 0.2 miles from Civic Center/UN Plaza.

“Broken Love” at San Francisco Ballet
Through April 18 | Civic Center/UN Plaza
Times vary | 455 Franklin St.

A retelling of two love stories, “Broken Love” lets the audience step into the life of Mexican painter Frida Kahlo, while also experiencing Sir Frederick Ashton’s "Marguerite and Armand," a moving tale of passion, heartbreak and redemption. If you love Frida Kahlo, Mexican folk music or love stories, head to Civic Center/UN Plaza to catch the show 0.4 miles away. For our BARTable friends, find 10% off tickets when purchased online. 

“Six” at the Curran Theatre
Through April 20 | Powell St
Times vary | 445 Geary St.

Witness the ultimate 21st-century girl power in “Six.” Named after the six wives of Henry VIII, expect everything from Tudor Queens to pop icons in this historical celebration that the New York Times says “TOTALLY RULES!” Catch the global sensation on 0.3 miles from Powell St. 

Looking for more BARTable things to do? Try one of the many Michelin-starred restaurants near BART. Join the One Book One BART book club and go to one of its events. Or find a place to eat, before or after a SF Giants game. Don't forget to use BART's Trip Planner  to plan your outing!

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