BARTable This Weekend: Oct. 9-11
Catch Bonnie Raitt in concert this weekend in San Francisco. Photo by NBCU Photo Bank via Getty Images, courtesy of Variety.
Every week, BARTable finds the most fun and unique events accessible by public transportation. From local sports to street festivals and live music, the Bay Area has plenty to do this weekend. Check out San Francisco Fleet Week, Bonnie Raitt in concert, Michael Douglas in conversation and much more.
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Experience college football action in Berkeley, as the Cal Bears take on Virginia Tech. Photo courtesy of Max Wood/Cal Football.
Litquake
Oct. 8-24 | Various stations
Times vary | Multiple venues (San Francisco)
Litquake, San Francisco's literary festival, runs October 8-24 with satellite events running from September through January. The festival features 170+ events, 600+ authors and performers, across the Bay Area, and almost all are FREE! Visit the Litquake website for the full schedule and tickets. Take BART to San Francisco to reach festival venues like Yerba Buena Gardens and Mechanics’ Institute.
San Leandro Second Fridays: Spooktober
Oct. 9 | San Leandro
4-9 p.m. | 100 West Juana Ave.
Celebrate Halloween early in Downtown San Leandro at Spooktober! Enjoy live music by Jordan Davis and Baycoin Beats, as well as performances by DC Dance Youth. Food trucks and a night market, along with Halloween festivities, will keep the entire family engaged. Be sure to enter the kids and pet costume contest for a chance to win a prize. The San Leandro Station is just 0.4 miles away.
“The Brothers Size”
Oct. 9-Nov. 1 | Powell St.
Times vary | 533 Sutter St.
A contemporary drama by Academy Award-winning playwright Tarell Alvin, “The Brothers Size” blends the storytelling traditions of Yoruba mythology with modern American life in the South. The play follows the story of an auto mechanic and his younger brother, who has recently returned home after incarceration. As it continues to resonate with audiences worldwide, this play is sure to be a hit in the Bay Area, too. Catch it from October 9th to November 1st at Theatre 33, located just 0.2 miles from Powell St.
Cal Bears v. Virginia Tech
Oct. 10 | Downtown Berkeley
12:30 p.m. | 2227 Piedmont Ave.
Watch the California Golden Bears take on the Virginia Tech Hokies at California Memorial Stadium on Saturday. The teams have met twice before (splitting the series 1-1), but this is the first time Virginia Tech football will play in Berkeley. Take BART to Downtown Berkeley Station, which is about a 1-mile walk to the stadium. You can also find game day shuttle information here.
Live on Larkin: Little Saigon Pumpkin Patch
Oct. 10 | Civic Center/UN Plaza
12 p.m.-5 p.m. | Larkin St. between Eddy and O’Farrell Sts.
The “Live on Larkin” street festival is back with a “Little Saigon Pumpkin Patch” edition. Enjoy live music, DJs, performances, free games and more. Celebrate San Francisco’s Tenderloin neighborhood and get into the Halloween spirit. The event takes place on Larkin Street between Eddy and O’Farrell. Take BART to Civic Center/UN Plaza, which is approximately 0.5 miles away.
Oakland Roots SC v. San Antonio FC
Oct. 10 | Coliseum
7 p.m. | 7000 Coliseum Way
It’s Fam Appreciation Night as the Oakland Roots take on San Antonio FC on Saturday. In addition to great soccer, the program includes a halftime fashion show featuring upcycled designs made from retired team jerseys, apparel and other pre-loved items. The game will conclude with a post-match fireworks show. Take BART to Coliseum Station, just 0.2 miles away, to enjoy the game and the festivities.
Yerba Buena Gardens Festival Highlights
Oct. 10-11 | Montgomery St.
10 a.m.-4 p.m. | 750 Howard St.
The Yerba Buena Gardens Festival includes a full lineup this weekend, including Follow the Music on Saturday and Yerba Buena Gardens (YBG) Dance Day on Sunday. Follow the Music is an emerging artists' music festival that showcases aspiring young musicians ages 14-25. YBG Dance Day turns the Gardens into an outdoor dance showcase, with one-hour classes spanning a range of genres. To experience these events, take BART to Montgomery St., and walk about 0.3 miles to Yerba Buena Gardens.
SF Open Studios
Through Oct. 25 | San Francisco
Various times | Various locations
Go beyond the gallery walls and discover where art comes to life. Each weekend highlights a different San Francisco neighborhood, giving you the opportunity to explore the city through art. Meet the makers, hear their stories, and find one-of-a-kind works of art along the way. Check out the maps and take BART to San Francisco for a day filled with art, creativity and discovery.
"Terror Vault SLASHED: Return to Hellville"
Through Nov. 8 | Powell St.
Various times | 88 5th St.
This Halloween season, step inside a twisted 1980s slasher movie where the movie is starting… and you’re in it. Guests are transported into the abandoned town of Shellville, where a string of happenings has left an entire community deserted. Audiences must navigate a series of cinematic environments while attempting to stop more from happening. Step into this haunting and immersive theatre at the San Francisco Mint just feet from Powell St. Station.
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 food and fun activities at Fridays on Front Street. Photo courtesy of Downtown SF Partnership.
San Francisco Fleet Week and Fleet Fest
Oct. 4-12 | Embarcadero
12-4 p.m. (daily air show) | Various addresses
Get ready for San Francisco Fleet Week and Fleet Fest, featuring the Parade of Ships, public ship tours, military band concerts and an air show with the U.S. Navy Blue Angels. There are several free public viewing areas for this highly anticipated annual event. The main waterfront viewing areas, such as the Embarcadero or Pier 27 for Fleet Fest, start approximately 0.9 miles north of the Embarcadero BART Station. You can also hop on the Muni F-Market streetcar outside of Embarcadero Station for the final stretch to the waterfront. Check out our BARTable guide to Fleet Week for additional details.
Fridays on Front Street
Oct. 9 | Montgomery St.
4-9 p.m. | 240 Front St.
San Francisco’s “Fridays on Front Street” event features a free “Yacht Rock” block party to help kick off Fleet Week. Enjoy live music, food, drinks and much more. Get ready for some 70s and 80s vibes at this lively street party. Montgomery St. BART is about 0.6 miles away.
34th Annual Indigenous Peoples Day PowWow and Indian Market
Oct. 10 | Downtown Berkeley
10 a.m. | 2151 Martin Luther King Jr. Way
This large, family-friendly cultural gathering honors the Eagle and Condor Nations of the Americas and Pacific Islanders and features traditional dances, singing and an Indigenous market. You’ll have the opportunity to enjoy Native American foods, arts and crafts and various dance performances. Join the festivities at the MLK Civic Center Park in Berkeley, just a block away from Downtown Berkeley.
Second Saturdays ‘Round the World: Bollywood Garba
Oct. 10 | Powell St.
11 a.m.-2 p.m. | 300 Powell St.
Enjoy Bollywood beats as well as traditional Indian Garba music at Union Square’s ‘Round the World event this Saturday. This is a celebration of rhythm and community in the festival season of Navratri. Multiple Garba dance lessons will be presented throughout the day, with performances to follow each lesson. Don’t miss the fun, just 0.2 miles from Powell St.
San Francisco Italian Heritage Parade
Oct. 11 | Montgomery St.
12:30 p.m. | Columbus Ave.
Celebrate Italian-American culture with a large-scale parade featuring live music, performances, floats and other special treats. The parade begins at 12:30 at the foot of Jefferson and Powell Sts. in Fisherman’s Wharf before proceeding through North Beach on Columbus Ave. It ends in Washington Square. Catch it as it travels along Columbus Ave., about 0.7 miles north of Montgomery St Station.
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Enjoy a night of comedy with Gabriel “Fluffy” Iglesias at the Oakland Arena. Photo courtesy of Clifton Prescod/Netflix via The Hollywood Reporter.
Kurt Elling and The Yellowjackets at SFJAZZ
Oct. 8-9 | Civic Center/UN Plaza
7:30 p.m. | 201 Franklin St.
Renowned Grammy-winning jazz vocalist Kurt Elling and legendary Grammy-winning jazz fusion band The Yellowjackets perform at the impressive SFJAZZ Miner Auditorium this Thursday and Friday. Watch this powerhouse collaboration in person for an amazing night of music that is sure to be a treat for jazz fans. Find SFJAZZ just 0.5 miles from Civic Center/UN Plaza.
The Terminator Live
Oct. 9 | Powell St.
7:30 p.m. | 445 Geary St.
Watch “The Terminator” on the big screen at San Francisco’s Curran Theatre, as Brad Fiedel’s famous score will be performed live in the theater, syncing with the action on screen. The 1984 box-office smash hit stars Arnold Schwarzenegger and Linda Hamilton in memorable roles. Experience the sci-fi thriller in a whole new way at this screening. The Curran Theatre is just 0.2 miles from Powell St.
Bonnie Raitt
Oct. 10 | Civic Center/UN Plaza
8 p.m. | 99 Grove Street
Famed singer-songwriter and slide guitarist Bonnie Raitt brings her distinctive sound to the Bay Area with a performance at Bill Graham Civic Auditorium. Featuring special guest Jon Cleary, it’s sure to be a memorable night of rock and pop. Take BART to the show; Civic Center/UN Plaza is just two blocks (0.2 miles) from the venue.
Unscripted: An Evening With Michael Douglas
Oct. 11 | Powell St.
4 p.m. | 1 Taylor St.
Academy Award-winning actor Michael Douglas comes to San Francisco for this unscripted conversation about his iconic career in Hollywood. The event celebrates his new memoir, “One Helluva Ride,” in which he shares stories about his legendary career spanning several decades. For fans of Douglas or anyone who wants the inside scoop on Hollywood, it promises to be an exciting event. The program takes place at the Golden Gate Theatre, just 0.1 miles from Powell St.
Gabriel “Fluffy” Iglesias at the Oakland Arena
Oct. 11 | Coliseum
8 p.m. | 7000 Coliseum Way
Comedian Gabriel “Fluffy” Iglesias brings “The 1976 Tour” to the Oakland Arena on Sunday. Iglesias is a widely popular stand-up comedian, actor and producer known for his animated storytelling. Head to Oakland for this fun night of laughs. It’s about 0.3 miles from Coliseum BART via the pedestrian overpass bridge.
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