Check out San Francisco IndieFest this weekend in the Bay. Photo courtesy of San Francisco IndieFest.
From Super Bowl celebrations and cultural festivals to classical concerts and comedy shows, there’s no shortage of reasons to get out and explore. Catch Dave Chappelle at Chase Center, celebrate Tet in San Francisco, cheer on Cal in Berkeley or take in art and music along the waterfront. However you spend it, we hope you have a beautiful weekend in the Bay. Here’s your roundup of BARTable happenings!
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Cheer for Cal this weekend in Berkeley. Photo courtesy of Cal Basketball.
Feb. 6 | Civic Center/UN Plaza
7:30 p.m. | 401 Van Ness Ave.
This concert in San Francisco strikes contrasts in Baroque music, pairing Rameau’s light, playful elegance with the sweeping intensity of Handel’s choral writing. The program moves from lyrical charm to bold, full-bodied sound in a performance, just 0.4 miles from Civic Center/UN Plaza.
Watch the Golden Bears as they take on Clemson this weekend at Haas Pavilion in Berkeley. Plus, it's Rock Your Crocks Night. The arena is just 0.4 miles from Downtown Berkeley.
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!
Check out the Vietnamese New Year Tet Festival this weekend in San Francisco. Photo courtesy of DoTheBay.
Feb. 6 | Civic Center/UN Plaza
4–9 p.m. | 1700 O’Farrell St.
Celebrate Black culture and community with live music, food vendors and family-friendly festivities at this Super Bowl kickoff block party in the Western Addition. The free evening event brings neighbors together for a high-energy start to Big Game weekend, just 0.8 miles from Civic Center/UN Plaza.
Feb. 6 | Powell St
4–8 p.m. | Geary St. and Powell St.
Head to Union Square this weekend for a game-day hub with live entertainment, interactive experiences and pop-up fun for fans of all ages. Get pumped for the big game in the heart of downtown San Francisco, just 0.3 miles from Powell St.
Feb. 7 | Civic Center/UN Plaza
10 a.m.–4 p.m. | Larkin St. and Eddy St.
Ring in the Lunar New Year at this Tet Festival along Larkin Street, featuring traditional performances, cultural displays and festive food. It’s a lively daytime celebration honoring Vietnamese heritage and community, 0.4 miles from Civic Center/UN Plaza.
Feb. 7 | Embarcadero
All day | 1 Ferry Building
Catch the final weekend of “Hearts in San Francisco,” a citywide art installation celebrating love, creativity and local artists. Stroll the waterfront and enjoy the installations around the iconic Ferry Building at your own pace. The Ferry Building is a quick 0.3-mile stroll from Embarcadero.
Through Feb. 7 | Embarcadero
5 p.m. | 1 Ferry Building
As night falls, the Ferry Building comes alive with a vibrant projection show lighting up its historic façade. The free evening display is an easy, eye-catching stop, just 0.3 miles from Embarcadero.
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Don't miss San Francisco IndieFest this weekend near BART. Photo courtesy of San Francisco IndieFest.
Feb. 7 | Downtown Berkeley
8 p.m. | 101 Zellerbach Hall
Internationally acclaimed Joyce DiDonato takes the stage for an elegant evening of classical performance. The concert is an easy 0.5-mile walk from Downtown Berkeley.
Feb. 7 | Powell St or 16th St/Mission
7 p.m. | 1 Warriors Way
Superstar comedian Dave Chappelle brings his sharp stand-up to the Chase Center for one night only. Take BART to
Powell St or
16th St Mission and walk or hop on Muni to the
Chase Center. For more travel details, visit
Take BART to the Game.
Feb. 7 | Civic Center/UN Plaza
7 p.m. | 1111 California St.
Actor, author and humorist Nick Offerman delivers an evening of storytelling, wit and offbeat insight at the SF Masonic. The historic venue sits 0.8 miles from Civic Center/UN Plaza.
Feb. 8 | 19th St/Oakland
3–7 p.m. | 474 24th St.
Watch the big game on the big screen at The New Parkway, known for its cozy vibe, creative concessions and community feel. This Oakland watch party pairs football with the theater’s signature charm for a laid-back Super Bowl Sunday, just 0.4 miles from 19th St/Oakland.
Through Feb. 15 | Multiple
Times vary | Multiple
San Francisco IndieFest showcases independent films from around the world at venues across the city. With screenings running through mid-February, it’s a great excuse to catch something unexpected any night of the week.
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