BARTable This Weekend: July 25–27
Don't miss BANDALOOP’s Vertical Dance Company's show in Oakland this weekend. Photo courtesy of The Voice of San Francisco (Jessica Swanson).
Looking for fun things to do in the Bay Area this weekend? Whether you’re craving live music, dance performances, sporting events, big-name concerts or family-friendly fun — we’ve rounded up a fresh list of BARTable events. From Bhangra Beats in downtown San Francisco to aerial dance in Oakland and a symphonic blues night with Morgan Freeman, your weekend is waiting! Just don't forget your Clipper card.
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Dance, eat, drink and shop at the Friday Bhangra & Beats Night Market. Photo courtesy of Downtown SF.
Friday Bhangra & Beats Night Market
July 25 | Embarcadero
5-10 p.m. | Front St. at Sacramento St.
Bhangra & Beats is back! Head downtown San Francisco this weekend to explore four blocks (including the Front St. Entertainment Zone) and get your groove on to a mix of South Asian Bhangra music. You'll also find tasty street food, cocktails and a vibrant marketplace 0.2 miles from Embarcadero.
Oakland Ballers v. Northern Colorado Owlz
July 25-27 | West Oakland
Times vary | 1689 20th St.
This weekend, cheer on the Oakland Ballers at Raimondi Park. There are a few fun themes happening — Friday is Grateful Dead Night, Saturday is a celebration of Native American culture and Sunday is Halloween in July. 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.
BANDALOOP: Vertical Dance Theater Show
July 26 | 19th St/Oakland
1–5 p.m. | Rotunda, 300 Frank H. Ogawa Plaza
Feel absolutely mesmerized as vertical dancers perform on the walls of the Rotunda and Oakland City Hall this weekend in Frank H. Ogawa Plaza. The free event features breathtaking aerial choreography and scenes from BANDALOOP’s latest work "FLOCK: Somewhere to Oakland," just 0.2 miles from 19th St/Oakland. There's limited seating, so register today.
Oakland Roots v. Orange County SC
July 26 | Coliseum
1 p.m. | 7000 Coliseum Way
The Oakland Roots are celebrating BART this weekend with a special match against Orange County SC with a station parade, pics with the BARTmobile, a Kamaiyah halftime show, and more. Catch the game 0.2 miles and across the bridge from Coliseum.
"& Juliet" at the Orpheum Theatre
Through July 27 | Civic Center/UN Plaza
Times vary | 1192 Market St.
"& Juliet" is a romantic comedy musical written by the Emmy-winning creator of "Schitt’s Creek" that explores what happens when 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!
Hip Hop on the Plaza is a super fun event for all ages. Photo courtesy of Civic Center Community Benefit District.
Hip Hop on the Plaza in Downtown San Francisco
July 25 | Civic Center/UN Plaza
4:30–7 p.m. | Fulton St. and Larkin St.
Hip Hop on the Plaza is a summer series that celebrates the history and artistry of Hip-Hop dance. This free, all-ages event features dance workshops, dance battles and live DJs just 0.2 miles from Civic Center/UN Plaza.
Bollywood Night at Salesforce Park
July 25 | Embarcadero
5:30-6:30 p.m. | 425 Mission St.
Want to learn choreographed Bollywood moves to electric music from India? Join the fun at Salesforce Park's Main Plaza this Friday, 0.3 miles from Embarcadero.
Minted SF: Weekly Downtown Night Market & Festival
July 25 | Powell St
5–9 p.m. | 14 Mint Plaza
Friday night happy hours downtown just got a little more fun! Every week (through Sept. 19), you can enjoy a free, all-ages block party with DJs, delicious bites and cool summertime vibes. Have fun with friends just 0.2 miles from Powell St.
2025 Ube Festival
July 26 | Powell St
Noon–6 p.m. | 967 Mission St.
Celebrate five unforgettable years of Kapwa Gardens at the final Yum Yams Ube Festival. This free gathering is full of ube-inspired eats, dancing and live performances is just 0.4 miles from Powell St.
Street Alive Family Field Day
July 26 | Colma
11 a.m.–2 p.m. | 427 F St.
Enjoy an outdoor celebration featuring games, a bounce house, a barbecue and lots of community spirit for all ages. Don't miss this family-friendly event this weekend at Sterling Park Recreation Center, 0.4 miles from Colma.
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Enjoy Morgan Freeman at Davies Symphony this weekend in the Bay Area. Photo courtesy of San Francisco Symphony.
Morgan Freeman’s Symphonic Blues Experience
July 25 | Civic Center/UN Plaza
7:30 p.m. | 201 Van Ness Ave.
Enjoy Morgan Freeman’s Symphonic Blues Experience — a powerful performance through the history of the Delta Blues. Expect a live appearance by Morgan Freeman himself, as well as musicians from the Ground Zero Blues Club. Catch the show, 0.3 miles from Civic Center/UN Plaza.
Live at Vibe
July 25 | Richmond
7–10 p.m. | 1503 Macdonald Ave.
San Francisco native and music innovator Martin Luther takes the VIBE stage this weekend with a genre-defying set that blends soul, funk, rock and protest anthems. Don't miss the performance 0.2 miles from Richmond Station.
Summer Stroll in Old Oakland
July 25 | 12th St/Oakland City Center
4–8 p.m. | 9th St. and Washington St.
Picture this: live music, local vendors, delicious food and interactive art outdoors in Oakland's charming Old Town. The energy is vibrant at this family-friendly summer stroll just 0.2 miles from 12th St/Oakland City Center.
A.R. Rahman at the Oakland Arena
July 25 | Coliseum
7:30 p.m. | 7000 Coliseum Way
Oscar and Grammy-winning music icon A.R. Rahman is bringing his “Wonderment Tour” to the Bay Area this weekend. The unique live show will feature Rahman’s legendary film scores and global hits, accompanied by stunning visuals and storytelling, just 0.5 miles from the Coliseum.
Tomato Festival at the Ferry Building
July 26 | Embarcadero
10 a.m.–1 p.m. | One Ferry Building
It’s peak-season at San Francisco’s “Tomato Festival,” where Foodwise spotlights a rainbow of heirloom varieties with free sampling, cooking demos, and kid-friendly activities (like coloring and recipe voting). Stock up on tomatoes and more just 0.3 miles from Embarcadero.
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