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"Finders Keepers" Community Day at India Basin Waterfront Park September 6 |
The San Francisco Arts Commission and Rec and Park announced last month the successful culmination of a yearlong Artist-in-Residence Program at India Basin Waterfront Park.
Local artists Afatasi the Artist and Conni McKenzie spent the past year embedded in the park's transformation, gathering stories, building community, and creating original works that reflect the culture, history, and everyday life of the Bayview-Hunters Point (BVHP) neighborhood.
Afatasi the Artist will unveil her project at an event on Saturday, September 6 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. "Finders Keepers" is an interactive experience inviting BVHP residents to rediscover India Basin Waterfront Park (900 Innes Avenue) and the surrounding neighborhood in fresh, meaningful ways. The event will start at Shipwright's Cottage in the park and will feature local food, music, a scavenger hunt for hand-welded sculptures, and a live welding demo by the artist. Additional activities include jump houses, free haircuts, and community rowing with Rocking the Boat.
Finders Keepers seeks to reclaim public space for creativity and community and pays tribute to Bayview’s legacy of skilled makers and artisans—especially Black women welders who worked in the shipyards during WWII. For more information, click the link below.
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TLC Tennis Equipment Drive at the Goldman Tennis Center through September 7 |
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Poolside's Daytime Disco in Union Square on September 7 |
Come out for the next free downtown concert in our parks! In partnership with the City and County of San Francisco and Rec and Park, Another Planet Entertainment (APE) is bringing Poolside's "Daytime Disco"—a new branded party from producer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist Jeffrey Paradise—to Union Square (333 Post Street) on Sunday, September 7, beginning at 2 p.m.
The launch of the first-ever Daytime Disco event is by design. San Francisco is an important part of Poolside’s history, a city Paradise had called home for years: first as a San Francisco State University alumnus, and later as a DJ and promoter of the famed Blow Up SF parties.
For more information and to RSVP, click the link below.
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Stern Grove Playground Ribbon Cutting on September 10 |
Come out for the reopening of Stern Grove Playground on Wednesday, September 10 from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. The event will feature brief remarks, a ribbon cutting ceremony, and the debut of the new, nature-based play area of the 64-acre park. The design, shaped by community input, features treehouse-like structures, climbing nets, swings, nature exploration areas, accessibility improvements and more.
The renovation of Stern Grove Playground is part of the Let’sPlaySF! Initiative, which seeks to inspire creativity and play by renovating 13 aging playgrounds throughout San Francisco. For more information, click the link below.
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Flower Piano at the San Francisco Botanical Garden from September 12-21 |
Tickets are available for the 10th anniversary of Flower Piano, returning to the San Francisco Botanical Garden (1199 9th Avenue) from September 12 to 21. Presented by Sunset Piano, the Gardens of Golden Gate Park, and Rec and Park, this one-of-a-kind music festival invites visitors to explore 12 pianos placed throughout 55 acres of garden paths and plant collections. More than 100 performers will take part, including Lavay Smith and the Red Hot Skillet Lickers, Dred Scott and Cali Mambo, Tammy Hall, Sarah Cahill and many more. There will also be a special opening event Friday, September 12 in the Flower Piano Lounge. For more information and to purchase tickets, click the link below.
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Empire 15 Concert in Civic Center Plaza Featuring Shaboozey on September 13 |
Looking ahead from Poolside's Daytime Disco, mark your calendars for the last free downtown concert of the year in our parks! In partnership with the City and County of San Francisco and Rec and Park, Another Planet Entertainment (APE) is bringing the Empire 15 Concert with headliner Shaboozey to Civic Center Plaza (335 McAllister Street) on Saturday, September 13 from 3 to 7 p.m. The show will celebrate 15 years of Empire Distribution, Records and Publishing.
Shaboozey’s smash hit “A Bar Song (Tipsy)” is the longest running #1 song on the Billboard Hot 100 Chart of all time. He'll be joined by Fireboy DML, Inayah, Red Leather and more. For more information and to RSVP, click the link below.
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Sunset Dunes Survey Open through 2025 |
With the beautiful Labor Day weekend weather, Sunset Dunes welcomed more than 28,000 visitors to the park. As the park continues to grow in popularity, we're inviting the community to share feedback on the current park features. Let us know what’s working, what’s not, and what you'd love to see more of at Sunset Dunes.
We will use your feedback to keep improving the current park experience and for future planning purposes. This 2025 community engagement process, along with site feasibility studies, will support a visioning and planning process to begin in 2026.
Provide feedback through our Sunset Dunes survey, which is live and open through the end of the year, at the link below.
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Rossi Pool Earns LEED Platinum Certification |
In 2022, Rec and Park completed a full renovation of Rossi Pool (600 Arguello Boulevard), featuring several upgrades to make the facility more energy efficient and environmentally sustainable. These features earned the project Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Gold certification upon opening. LEED is the most widely used green building rating system in the world, recognizing healthy, efficient, and cost-effective green buildings that provide environmental and social benefits.
We are proud to announce the facility has recently earned LEED Platinum certification—the highest possible certification awarded and the pinnacle of excellence in green building. Thank you to the project team and staff that made this possible. Learn more about the renovation at the link below.
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Coyote Pupping Season in our Parks |
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Never feed coyotes or any wildlife
- Keep dogs on leashes in our parks, unless in a designated off-leash dog play area
- Only admire coyotes from a distance
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If you encounter a coyote, slowly back away carrying any small children or pets. Do not run. You may also scare the coyote away by appearing large and making loud noises.
If you encounter a coyote or see someone putting out food for a coyote, report it to Animal Care and Control (ACC) at (415) 554-9400, or by email at a...@sfgov.org.
For more information, visit ACC's coyote page at the link below.
Photo credit: Nick Stone Schearer from “Don’t Feed the Coyotes”
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Civic Center Soundtrack Series at Fulton Plaza on September 4 & 9 |
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- September 4 | 3-6 p.m. - Frances Ancheta, No Country, and The Welcome Matt
- September 9 | Noon-3 p.m. - Ben Lang, JoJo, and Kevin Coffey
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For more information, click the link below.
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Illuminate Live at the GGP Bandshell on September 5, 6, 7 & 10 |
- September 5 | 4:30-7 p.m. - Friday Happy Hour featuring Blue on Jazz and Gutter Swan
- September 6 | 2-6 p.m. - The Local 500 DJ Crew Takeover featuring Agropol, DJ Panderer, DJ Pap, and Tyler Ross
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September 7 | 4:20-7:30 p.m. - Reggae Sunday featuring DJ Guid8nce, DJ Sep, G. Davis Tropicali Crew, Irie Dole, and JustOne
- September 10 | 4-7 p.m. - Singer/Songwriter Wednesday featuring Michael Vincent and U No Who, Nick Michels, and Sammy Patrick
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For the full concert schedule, click the link below.
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The Whale's Tail Music Lineup for September 6 & 7 |
The Whale's Tail outdoor garden bar is in Golden Gate Park on Saturdays, Sundays, and select Monday holidays from noon to 6 p.m.
Located off of the JFK Promenade just west of the Rose Garden at the 14th Avenue East Meadow, this family- and dog-friendly spot transforms into a vibrant weekend destination with drinks, lawn games, public art, and curated local food trucks.
It also hosts live music, with this weekend's lineup featuring:
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- September 6 | Noon- 6 p.m. - Back from the Dust post Burning Man celebration with Billy Casazza, DJ Icon, Grammar, and Syd Gris
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September 7 | Noon- 6 p.m. - Dan Agnello, Eva Jay Fortune, Strawberry and Sushi, Young Sun
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The Whale's Tail is a collaboration between Rec and Park, Non Plus Ultra, and Illuminate. For more information, click the link below.
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SF Shakes: "The Two Gentlemen of Verona" in McLaren Park September 6 & 7 |
The San Francisco Shakespeare Festival is back at the Jerry Garcia Amphitheater (40 John F. Shelley Drive) in McLaren Park with its free production of "The Two Gentlemen of Verona." The next slate of shows at Jerry Garcia Amphitheater take place September 6 and 7 before moving to Sue Bierman Park (Washington and Drumm streets) for two weekends of shows starting on Saturday, September 13. Shows take place at 2 p.m. daily. For more information, click the link below.
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Bernal Heights Pop-up Town Square on September 6 |
Come out to the Bernal Heights Recreation Center (500 Moultrie Street) on Saturday, September 6 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. for a pop-up town square and play space. It will take place in front of the center and will feature live music, games, a kids martial arts class, bubbles and more.
The pop-up will serve as a prototype of the planned middle yard plaza, giving visitors a chance to experience the design and share feedback, while also providing an alternative play area during the center's playground renovation. For more information, click the link below.
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Dogon' Bike Ride at Sunset Dunes on September 6 |
Join the Friends of Sunset Dunes and community partners for their Dogon' Bike Ride at Sunset Dunes and Judah Street on Saturday, September 6 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. There will be resources, activities, and adoptions, with every dog eligible to win “Best in Show.” The ride begins at noon, which is a three-mile loop along Sunset Dunes. Dogs are welcome but not required, and helmets are mandatory. For more information and to RSVP, click the link below.
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Play in your Park Party at Jackson Playground on September 6 |
Head over to Jackson Playground (1645 17th Street) for the Play in Your Park Party on Saturday, September 6 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Join the Friends of Jackson Park for a day of activities including basketball, volleyball, kickball, martial arts, yoga, and arts and crafts, as well as music and community connection. For more information, click the link below.
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Kite by the Bay at Candlestick Point State Recreation Area on September 6 |
Head to the Candlestick Point State Recreation Area (500 Hunters Point Expressway) for Kite by the Bay, a free, family-friendly event on Saturday, September 6 from noon to 3 p.m. Participants can bring their own kite, borrow one on-site, or decorate one to fly. They will also be able to enjoy food, music, face painting, and more. For more information and to RSVP, click the link below.
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Bernal Heights Outdoor Cinema at Precita Park on September 6 |
Bernal Heights Outdoor Cinema comes to Precita Park (Precita Avenue and Folsom Street) on Saturday, September 6 for an evening of films, dancing and more from 6 to 9 p.m. There will be community tables as well as an introduction to Salsa lesson at 6:30 p.m., with films starting at 7 p.m. For more information, click the link below.
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Golden Gate Park Band: ¡Viva Mexico! Concert on September 7 |
Join the Golden Gate Park Band for its ¡Viva Mexico! show on Sunday, September 7 from 1 to 2:30 p.m. at the Golden Gate Bandshell (75 Hagiwara Tea Garden Drive). Dr. Gonzalez and the band will bring an exciting program filled with song and dance from Mexico. For more information, click the link below.
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Opera in the Park at Robin Williams Meadow on September 7 |
Come out to Golden Gate Park for free Opera in the Park at Robin Williams Meadow on Sunday, September 7, starting at 1:30 p.m. Led by Music Director Eun Sun Kim, enjoy an afternoon of beautiful arias and ensembles performed by stars from the San Francisco Opera’s 2025–26 season. For more information, click the link below.
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Koshland Park Community Meeting on September 9 |
Join Rec and Park, Trust for Public Land and TS Studio for a community meeting on planned improvements to Koshland Park. The meeting will be held on Tuesday, September 9 at 6 p.m. in the park's community garden (Page and Buchanan streets), where the final concept plan for the garden's renovation will be presented. For more information about our community gardens, click the link below.
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Community Social Doubles at Goldman Tennis Center on September 12 |
San Francisco tennis players, advanced beginners through intermediate, are invited to play in the Tennis Coalition of San Francisco's social doubles series. Meet other players at your level for round-robin sets in an organized and fun environment! For more information and to register for the social on Friday, September 12 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Goldman Tennis Center (Nancy Pelosi and Bowling Green drives), click the link below.
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125th Anniversary Celebration of Duboce Park on September 13 |
Join the Friends of Duboce Park for its 125th anniversary celebration of the park (Duboce Avenue and Noe Street) on Saturday, September 13 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. The day will feature family-friendly activities including a giant obstacle jump house, dodgeball tournament, scavenger hunt, lawn games, arts and crafts, face painting, live music, food trucks, and more. A special photo display will showcase the park’s history, from its role after the 1906 Earthquake to the evolution of the playgrounds and recreation center. For more information, click the link below.
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Zumba Fall Dance Party in Golden Gate Park on September 14 |
Rec and Park's seasonal Zumba dance party takes place on Sunday, September 14 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Zumba instructors will spring into action to showcase their moves during this free, two-hour drop-in event at the County Fair Building (1199 9th Avenue) in Golden Gate Park. Swing by and bust a move! Be sure to bring a reusable water bottle and proper workout shoes. For more information, click the link below.
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Comedy Day at Robin Williams Meadow in Golden Gate Park on September 14 |
Comedy Day returns to Robin Williams Meadow in Golden Gate Park on Sunday, September 14 from noon to 5 p.m. This event will feature 50 stand-up comedians and a million laughs. Be prepared giggle, chuckle and flat out chortle all afternoon! Comedy Day is the original, longest-running, free outdoor comedy concert in the world. For more information, including the full lineup, click the link below.
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El Grito Celebration at Civic Center Plaza on September 15 |
Come out to Civic Center Plaza (335 McAllister Street) on Monday, September 15, for El Grito de Independencia de México celebration from 4 to 9 p.m. This event, held on the eve of Mexican Independence Day, will showcase vibrant Mexican music, dance performances, delicious food, a bustling night market, and thrilling lucha libre matches. For more information, click the link below.
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Register for Fall Baseball & Softball Academy |
The Giants Community Fund, in partnership with Rec and Park, is excited to host the third fall Baseball and Softball Academy. This free, eight-week program is based at the Crocker Amazon ball fields. It’s for players with prior baseball or softball experience who will enter middle or high school in the fall and want to try out for a team next season.
The academy begins on September 20, with each team having one 30-minute practice prior to a 90-minute Saturday game. Additionally, the academy will feature guest speakers from within the Giants organization and from Major League Baseball who will impart their wisdom about the business and game of baseball. For more information and to register, click the link below.
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Mission Rec Rebels Girls Basketball Tryout on September 4 |
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Programming at Union Square in 2025 |
Union Square Plaza (333 Post Street) is your 2025 destination for fun, free outdoor programming. There’s something happening every day through October 20. See the weekly schedule:
| - Mondays: Mahjong and sketching classes
- Tuesdays: Toddler fun and Blues music
- Wednesdays: Morning Tai Chi and evening cardio dance for wellness
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Thursdays: Live indie music and Crafternoons
- Fridays: Dance parties (salsa, swing, tango, and square dancing)
- Weekends: Juggling, family STEM, and global culture days
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For more information, click the link below.
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Member, Staff & Volunteer Show at Harvey Milk Photo Center through October 4 |
Check out the Harvey Milk Photo Center's (50 Scott Street) Member, Staff, and Volunteer Show, which is on display through October 4. The exhibit showcases the best work from the center's darkrooms and digital lab, highlighting each photographer's top piece across a wide, dynamic range of subjects. For more information, click the link below.
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Activity & Class Schedule for Civic Center Plazas |
Check out all of the amazing drop-in activities and scheduled classes available at the reimagined UN Plaza and surrounding Civic Center area.
From the Heart of the City Farmers' Market at Fulton Plaza to free skateboarding lessons at UN Plaza, we have something for everyone to get out and play in San Francisco's core. See the workout class schedule from Rae Studios at UN Plaza, as well as the full amenity list and schedule at the link below.
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Adaptive Bike Program in Golden Gate Park on Saturdays |
San Francisco's free Adaptive Bike Program is back in Golden Gate Park.
In partnership with BORP, the San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency (SFMTA) and the Metropolitan Transportation Commission, we're providing free adaptive bikes for use on a first come, first served basis in the park on Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. during the summer and fall months.
They will be available at the Music Concourse behind the Bandshell (75 Hagiwara Tea Garden Drive) and next to the accessible parking lot.
For more information, contact BORP Cycling Center at (510) 848-2930 or email sfcy...@borp.org.
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Drop-In Wheelchair Basketball at Glen Canyon Park Recreation Center |
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Glen Canyon Park Recreation Center (70 Elk Street) is hosting a free drop-in wheelchair basketball session every Saturday from 3 to 6 p.m. in partnership with BORP Adaptive Sports and Recreation. All ages are welcome. You don't have to have a mobility disability to participate, but you must be able to maneuver a wheelchair. Wheelchairs are available for participants at least 5 feet tall. Let's hoop!
For more information, click the link below.
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Library on the JFK Promenade Every Monday |
The San Francisco Public Library invites you to visit the Bookmobile at the JFK Promenade. Every Monday through September 29, you can find the library on wheels at the corner of JFK Promenade and Conservatory Drive, west of the Conservatory of Flowers, from 4 to 7 p.m. Stop by to browse books, borrow materials, and take part in free activities for all ages. For more information, click the link below.
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Sundays at Sunset Dunes: Chair Yoga & Violin Performance on September 7 |
Join the Friends of Sunset Dunes for its Sundays at the Beach programming. These free activities, from mat yoga to live music, will be hosted four times a month. The next program will be Chair Yoga on Sunday, September 7 from 2 to 3 p.m. at Sunset Dunes and Irving Street.
Additionally, there will be a special performance by youth Suzuki violinists from 4 to 5 p.m. at Sunset Dunes at Pacheco Street. The program includes Twinkle Twinkle Little Star, many short folk songs, as well as pieces by Bach and Vivaldi. For more information, click the link below.
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"Jumanji" Screening at Glen Canyon Park Recreation Center on September 9 |
Join our staff at Glen Canyon Park Recreation Center (70 Elk Street) for Tuesday movie nights! The next will take place on September 9 beginning at 6 p.m. and will feature the 1995 film "Jumanji." Come meet your neighbors and enjoy these films. For more information, contact the center at (415) 239-4007.
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Sea Lions Underwater Hockey Team Info Session at MLK Pool on September 12 |
The San Francisco Sea Lions Underwater Hockey team is recruiting swimmers ages 9 to 13 for its program. For those interested, an information session for parents will be held during a practice on Friday, September 12 from 6 to 8 p.m. at Martin Luther King Jr. Pool (5701 3rd Street). Kids only need a suit and towel; gear is provided for beginners. For more information and to register, click the link below.
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Summer Birding at North Lake in Golden Gate Park on September 13 |
San Francisco Nature Education (SFNE) is hosting bird walks, with the next taking place on Saturday, September 13 from 10 a.m. to noon at North Lake in Golden Gate Park. Meet at the parking area off of 43rd Avenue and Fulton Street. SFNE volunteers will lead these walks, offering one program for children ages 5 to 12 (accompanied by a parent or guardian), and another for youth and adults ages 13 and up. For more information and to register for these field trips, click the link below.
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Mobile Rec at Duboce Park on September 13 |
Mobile Rec is back for the fall! It kicks off the season at Duboce Park (Duboce Avenue and Scott Street) on Saturday, September 13 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. This is a part of the larger 125th anniversary celebration of the park. Enjoy free BMX biking, skateboarding and more. Skateboarding equipment will be provided. For more information, click the link below.
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OpenRoad: A New San Francisco Waterfront Park |
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