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Volunteer for One City Day on July 11 |
Join Mayor Daniel Lurie and First Lady Becca Prowda for One City Day this Saturday, July 11 and help make a difference at parks and neighborhoods across San Francisco. Volunteers of all ages can participate in projects ranging from park beautification and neighborhood cleanups to a variety of community service opportunities throughout all 11 supervisorial districts.
To help spread the word, a specially decorated cable car is traveling through the city ahead of the big day. Whether you're volunteering for the first time or are a longtime community advocate, there's still time to get involved. Learn more and sign up at the link below.
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30th Annual Urban Youth Arts Festival at Precita Park on July 18 |
Celebrate the 30th Annual Urban Youth Arts Festival at Precita Park (3200 Folsom Street) on Saturday, July 18 from noon to 5 p.m. Hosted by Precita Eyes Muralists, the festival begins with the unveiling of a new tile mosaic mural on the park's restroom, which was installed in March, from noon to 1 p.m., followed by an afternoon of live performances, DJ sets, free spray-painting supplies and more. Learn more at the link below.
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Lake Merced West Community Meeting at the Boathouse on July 29 |
Join Rec and Park for a community meeting about the future of the Lake Merced West site on Wednesday, July 29 from 6 to 7 p.m. Held in the community room at the Lake Merced Boathouse (1 Harding Road), the meeting will provide an update on current site conditions, discuss potential recreational uses and goals for the property, outline the upcoming request for proposals process and gather community feedback. Learn more at the link below.
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Tickets Available for Flower Piano at the SF Botanical Garden September 10-20 |
Tickets are now available for the 11th anniversary of Flower Piano, returning to the San Francisco Botanical Garden (1199 9th Avenue) from September 10 to 20. 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 the garden's 55 acres. The festival will feature more than 100 performers, along with designated open play times for visitors. Learn more and purchase tickets at the link below.
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Find Free Family Fun with San Francisco Nature Adventure Map |
Find free family fun this summer with San Francisco Children and Nature's free Nature Adventure Map, featuring 35 nature destinations and outdoor experiences across the city, from neighborhood parks and hidden gardens to beaches, trails and wildlife hotspots.
Pick up a free map, collect stickers at participating locations and earn a free ride on the LeRoy King Carousel at Yerba Buena Gardens after collecting three stickers.
Maps are available at all San Francisco Public Library branches, Glen Canyon Recreation Center, the Randall Museum, the EcoCenter at Heron's Head Park and other participating locations. Learn more and find the map at the link below.
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$4 Million Federal Grant to Support India Basin Cleanup & Restoration |
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has awarded Rec and Park a $4 million grant to support environmental cleanup efforts at the future India Basin Waterfront Park, a transformative project that will expand public access to San Francisco’s southeastern waterfront.
The funding comes through the EPA’s Brownfields Program, which helps communities transform vacant, underutilized or environmentally impacted properties into community assets such as parks and open spaces. The grant is funded through the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act.
The award will support ongoing cleanup and restoration work at the former India Basin Shoreline Park site, located at 401 Hunters Point Boulevard, which is currently under construction. Once construction is complete, the 7.5-acre site will be connected to the open southern portion of the park at 900 Innes Avenue to create a unified 10-acre waterfront park featuring a restored shoreline, expanded green space, new basketball courts and fitness equipment, a renovated playground, a boathouse, a pier, a dock and other community amenities.
Construction on the park’s northern section at the former India Basin Shoreline Park site began in fall 2025 and is anticipated to be completed in 2028. Learn more at the link below.
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SF Chronicle: City Gardener Whose Work Reshaped SF’s Landscape, Dies at 99 |
We're saddened by the passing of Jake Sigg, whose decades of service, advocacy and stewardship helped shape San Francisco's parks, natural areas and environmental legacy. Read the San Francisco Chronicle's tribute to his remarkable life and legacy at the link below.
Photo Credit: Paul Chinn/S.F. Chronicle
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Alamo Square Playground Reopens After Resurfacing Project |
We're excited to share that the resurfacing project at Alamo Square Playground has been completed, replacing the playground's existing safety surfaces. With summer in full swing, be sure to stop by and enjoy the refreshed play area.
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Kezar Triangle Pathway Improvements Complete |
Golden Gate Park visitors can now enjoy smoother pathways at the Kezar Triangle following the completion of a pathway paving project. The work replaced worn pathway pavement, improving access throughout the area. Be sure to stop by for a stroll this week.
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| Additional Highlights, News & Announcements |
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Family Day at Merced Heights Playground on July 10 |
Bring the family to Merced Heights Playground (801 Shields Street) for the OMI-Lakeview Family Day celebration on Friday, July 10 from noon to 5 p.m. Presented by Youth 1st and hosted by G-Biz, this free community event features amusement rides, bounce houses, live performances, face painting, games, prizes, free food, resource tables and a bookmobile.
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Tokyo Groove at Union Square on July 11 |
Experience Japanese music and culture with Tokyo Groove at Union Square (333 Post Street) on Saturday, July 11 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Part of the Second Saturdays 'Round the World series presented by the Union Square Alliance, this free community event hosted in partnership with the Japantown Cultural District and All Night features live DJs spinning J-pop, city pop and Japanese classics, along with cultural performances, calligraphy, origami and other family-friendly activities. Learn more at the link below.
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Gardening with Vintage Roses Workshop at Hall of Flowers on July 12 |
Learn about heritage roses at the Hall of Flowers (1199 9th Avenue) in Golden Gate Park with the San Francisco Rose Society on Sunday, July 12 at 1 p.m. Acclaimed rosarian, author and historian Darrell Schramm will present on incorporating heritage and vintage roses into contemporary gardens. Schramm, author of "Rainbow: A History of the Rose in California," will share a slideshow featuring old garden roses, discuss rambling roses and highlight California's rich rose heritage. Learn more at the link below.
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Additional Upcoming Events |
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Compost Giveaway at Lake Merced's Sunset Circle parking lot (Sunset & Lake Merced boulevards) on Tuesday, July 14 beginning at sunrise.
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Back to the Plaza Skate Festival at UN Plaza (1140 Market Street) on Saturday, July 18 from noon to 5 p.m.
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Regular Programming & Series |
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Free Concerts in Our Parks: July 10, 11, 12, 14 & 15 |
Join us for free weekly concerts in our parks, including Illuminate Live and the Golden Gate Park Band at the bandshell, as well as Illuminate Live at Fulton Plaza. See upcoming shows below:
Boeddeker Park (246 Eddy Street)
July 12 | 1-2 p.m. - Live at Boeddeker Park: DJ Pan Dulce
Fulton Plaza (Fulton Street between Larkin & Hyde streets)
July 14 | noon-3 p.m. - Bernal Equinox, Davia Schendel, & Joyce Lee
Golden Gate Bandshell (75 Hagiwara Tea Garden Drive)
July 10 | 4:30-7 p.m. - Friday Happy Hour featuring Free Press Music
July 11 | 4:30-7 p.m. - 50th Annual San Francisco Free Folk Festival
July 12 | 1-2:30 p.m. - Golden Gate Park Band Concert: Magic of Disney Concert
July 12 | 4:30-7:30 p.m. - Reggae Sunday featuring Fada Leo from Guerrilla Takeover and resident DJs Guid8nce, Sep, & Irie Dole
July 15 | 4-7 p.m. - Midweek Melodies featuring Steven Pitsenbarger, Sweet Sally, & Winterlark
The Whale's Tail (14th Ave East Meadow & the JFK Promenade)
July 11 | noon-6 p.m. - Frankie West, JimBo Trout, Like Planes, & Sammy Patrick Band
July 12 | noon-6 p.m. - Alex Wise, Emily Zisman, Sara Rodenburg, & Tim Bertsch
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Summer Birding at Elk Glen Lake & Mallard Lake in Golden Gate Park July 11 |
Learn about local birds with San Francisco Nature Education's (SFNE) summer bird walk at Elk Glen Lake and Mallard Lake (25th Avenue and Martin Luther King Jr. Drive) on Saturday, July 11 from 10 a.m. to noon. SFNE volunteers will lead separate walks for children ages 5 to 12 (accompanied by a parent or guardian) and for youth and adults ages 13 and up. Learn more and register at the link below.
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Chef Angelica Mena of Sukulenta at the India Basin Food Pavilion in July |
Join En2Action for its pop-up series at the India Basin Waterfront Park Food Pavilion (900 Innes Avenue), held on weekends from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. throughout July.
This month, Chef Angelica Mena of Sukulenta brings the vibrant flavors of Afro-Colombian cuisine. Inspired by the traditions of Colombia's Pacific coast, her menu features coconut-rich stews, fresh seafood, plantains and bold spices that celebrate the region's Black culinary heritage. Through Sukulenta, Chef Mena honors her ancestry and community by sharing dishes rooted in culture, tradition and the warmth of home. Learn more at the link below.
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Rocking the Boat Community Rowing Days at India Basin on July 12 & 26 |
Get out on the water with Rocking the Boat's (RTB) Community Rowing Days at India Basin Waterfront Park (900 Innes Avenue) on Sundays, July 12 and 26 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. This free summer program offers visitors a chance to experience rowing on San Francisco Bay. For more information, click the link below.
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San Francisco Model Yacht Club Open House on July 12 |
Join the San Francisco Model Yacht Club (SFMYC) for its open house on Sunday, July 12 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. The monthly event features free tours of the historic clubhouse (1217 John F. Kennedy Drive) and its collection of handmade sailboats and power boats. For more information, click the link below.
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Additional Programming & Series |
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Mayor Daniel Lurie Visits Rec & Park Staff in Golden Gate Park |
Our Video of the Week comes from Mayor Daniel Lurie, who recently visited the Golden Gate Park maintenance yard and administrative offices at McLaren Lodge to highlight the work of the dedicated Rec and Park staff who care for one of the country's best urban park systems. From maintaining park landscapes and facilities to growing many of the plants found throughout Golden Gate Park, these behind-the-scenes teams help keep San Francisco's parks beautiful and welcoming. Thank you, Mayor Lurie, for the visit!
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