BARTable This Weekend: July 11–13
Celebrate Bastille Day on Belden Place this weekend in the Bay Area. Photo courtesy of Downtown SF Partnership.
It's a busy weekend in the Bay Area. Whether you’re in the mood for baseball and block parties in Oakland or night markets and live theater in San Francisco, there’s something for everyone. From free events like the Temescal Street Fair to big-ticket shows like "& Juliet" at the Orpheum Theatre, here are the top BARTable attractions to enjoy this weekend. Don't forget your Clipper card.
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Enjoy a day at the ballpark watching the Oakland Ballers. Photo courtesy of The Oaklandside (Photo: Jose Fermoso).
Yerba Buena Gardens Festival
July 11 & 12 | Montgomery St
Times vary | Mission St. between 3rd and 4th Sts.
On Saturday, you’ll find Ka-Hon, a children’s program with pan-American beats and interactive energy. On Sunday, check out Orchestra Gold, a blend of psychedelic rock, funk and West African soul. The entertainment is only 0.3 miles from Montgomery St.
Oakland Ballers v. Mountain Vibes
July 11-13 | West Oakland
Times vary | 1689 20th St.
This weekend, cheer on Oakland’s independent baseball team at Raimondi Park. Friday is Star Wars Night (with free t-shirts to early arrivals), Saturday starts with a 2 p.m. block party and a home run derby before the game, and Sunday is Zoo Day. Take BART to West Oakland. You can either walk 0.9 miles or jump on the Ballers shuttle or AC Transit 29 bus to Raimondi Park.
Temescal Street Fair
July 12 | MacArthur
11 a.m.–7 p.m. | Telegraph Ave between 51st and 45th Streets
The Temescal Street Fair is back this weekend in the Bay, and you don’t want to miss it! There will be three stages showcasing live music, an artisan marketplace, fantastic food and a children’s zone. Shop, dine, drink and dance 0.4 miles from MacArthur.
Schwabacher Summer Concert: "It’s Complicated—Love & Opera"
July 12 | Civic Center/UN Plaza
2 p.m. | 50 Oak St.
Revel in the sheer joy of opera as the 2025 Merola artists deliver a breathtaking evening of vocal fireworks and lush melodies accompanied by the San Francisco Opera Center Orchestra. Featuring extended scenes from beloved operas by Donizetti, Puccini and Verdi, this concert is a feast for the ears, celebrating the expressive power of the human voice with passion, elegance and undeniable flair. Hear the music just 0.3 miles from Civic Center/UN Plaza.
Oakland Roots v. Phoenix Rising FC
July 12 | Coliseum
7 p.m. | 7000 Coliseum Way
Watch the Oakland Roots face the Phoenix Rising FC at the Coliseum this Saturday night. As an added bonus: it’s Super Hyphy Night featuring Mistah F.A.B. Catch the game and the show 0.2 miles from the Coliseum.
BANDALOOP Live & In-Process
July 12 | 12th St/Oakland City Center
2-4 p.m. | Frank Ogawa/Oscar Grant Plaza
Experience the everyday awe of the vertical dance company Bandaloop in their creative process on the walls of Frank Ogawa/Oscar Grant Plaza. Be the audience throughout the rehearsal process as they fine tune their performances for an upcoming premiere. Be awestruck just 0.1 miles from 12th St/Oakland City Center.
"& Juliet" at the Orpheum Theatre
Through July 27 | Civic Center/UN Plaza
Times vary | 1192 Market St.
"& Juliet" is a romantic comedy musical from the Emmy-winning writer of Schitt’s Creek that explores what happens if Juliet rewrites her own ending. Packed with pop anthems like “Roar” and “Since U Been Gone,” this high-energy show is just steps from Civic Center/UN Plaza.
The Shotgun Players “The Magnolia Ballet”
Through Aug. 10 | Ashby
Times vary | 1901 Ashby Ave.
The Magnolia Ballet follows four men — a son, a lover, an ancestor and a father—through a Southern Gothic landscape. This haunting tale, blending poetry and prose, is only 0.1 mile from Ashby.
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!
Enjoy live entertainment at the Yerba Buena Gardens Festival in San Francisco. Photo courtesy Yerba Buena Gardens Festival.
Chinatown Night Market
July 11 | Montgomery St
5:00-9 p.m. | Grant Ave. between California and Pacific
Stroll the beautiful lantern-lined Grant Avenue this Friday at the Chinatown Night Market. Happening every second Friday, the streets will be filled with local merchants, bustling shoppers, live entertainment and the aroma of tasty cuisine. Take BART to Montgomery St to join the celebration, just 0.5 miles away.
“Bastille on Belden” French Bastille Day Block Party
July 11 | Montgomery St
4:30–8:30 | Belden Place
Hosted by the Downtown SF Partnership, Bastille on Belden is a free-to-attend event featuring French food and wine, live French music, mime performances and complimentary berets (while supplies last). Exit BART at Montgomery St and head 0.2 miles to Belden Place for French fun. Attendees are encouraged to pre-register here.
Minted SF: Weekly Downtown Night Market & Festival
July 11 | Powell St
5–9 p.m. | 14 Mint Plaza
Looking for a new Friday night happy hour? Head to Mint Plaza (through Sept. 19) for a free, all-ages block party with top Bay Area DJs, yummy local eats and fun summer vibes. Enjoy music, food and community 0.2 miles from Powell St.
Ferry Fest: Ferry Building’s 127th Anniversary
July 13 | Embarcadero
11 a.m.–6:30 p.m. | 1 Ferry Building
Celebrate the iconic San Francisco landmark this weekend! Ferry Fest 2025 is a free, all-ages waterfront music festival celebrating the Ferry Building’s 127th birthday with live bands and local bites and drinks along the waterfront. Exit BART at Embarcadero and find the fun only 0.3 miles away.
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Check out "Space Jam" at Jack London Square's Waterfront Flicks. Photo courtesy Jack London Improvement District.
Vibe Bistro
July 11 | Richmond
7 p.m. | 1503 Macdonald Ave.
Don’t miss the powerful opening set from Oakland’s own Valerie Troutt, whose blend of jazz, gospel and house will mesmerize fans from the VIBE stage. With rich vocals, live improvisation and an undeniable presence, she’ll set the tone for an unforgettable night. Catch the performance 0.2 miles from Richmond Station.
“Get Free” Hip Hop Dance Festival
July 11-13 | 24th St Mission
8 p.m. | 3316 24th St.
Co-presented by Embodiment Project, Be Movement Collective and Dance Mission Theater, the 6th annual Get Free Festival events include film, panels, battles, a dance party and live performances — tickets are $20, but no one is turned away for lack of funds. Celebrate hip hop, house and Black social dance in San Francisco, just steps from 24th St Mission.
“Space Jam” at Jack London Square
July 12 | 12th St/Oakland City Center
Dusk/8:30 p.m. | Marina Lawn near Heinold’s: First and Last Chance Saloon
It’s free movie night, and this weekend you can catch the 90s animated sports comedy starring Michael Jordan and Looney Tunes characters, “Space Jam.” Bring a blanket and a takeaway from your favorite Jack London Square eatery. The family-friendly flick starts when the sun goes down, just 0.7 miles from 12th St/Oakland City Center.
Civic Love Block Party
July 12 | 19th St/Oakland
11 a.m.–3 p.m. | 2270 Broadway
Civic Love is a free, joy-filled celebration of community, culture, and creativity with live music, interactive art and pedal-powered magic. You won't want to miss performances by local legends Wildchoir, Jazz Mafia and Prospect Band — all just 0.3 miles from 19th St/Oakland.
H.A.V.E. Home Art Vintage Entertainment Pop-up
July 13 | Montgomery St
11 a.m.–5 p.m. | 435 Broadway St.
Home. Art. Vintage. Entertainment. This one-day cultural mashup of vintage vendors, live DJs, local art and tech is taking over two floors of Broadway Studios in North Beach, just 0.6 miles from Montgomery St.
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