Things to Do in San Francisco, CA
San Francisco hosts around 4,600 upcoming events, with approximately 2,300 scheduled for the next 30 days. About 15 percent of these listings are free to attend. The most common categories include concerts and live music, which account for roughly 1,600 events, followed by theater and performing arts at about 950. Comedy, community and social gatherings, sports and fitness activities, as well as conferences and summits also feature prominently in the schedule. Major venues with the highest number of upcoming listings are Davies Symphony Hall, San Francisco Playhouse, Chase Center, Punch Line Comedy Club, War Memorial Opera House, and Cobb's Comedy Club. Notable performers and productions with dates include the San Francisco Symphony, Rent, Sweeney Todd, Life Of Pi, and the Golden State Warriors. This diverse programme reflects a city founded in 1776 with a population of about 870,000.
City facts
- Weather
- 57°F · Clear · High 75° / low 49°F
- Population
- 873,965 (2020)
- Area
- 600.6 km²
- Elevation
- 30 m
- Founded
- 1776
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Frequently asked questions about events in San Francisco
- How many events are free in San Francisco?
- About 15 percent of the total listings are free events. This means roughly one in seven events does not require a ticket purchase.
- Which venues have the most upcoming events?
- The venues with the most listings include Davies Symphony Hall, San Francisco Playhouse, Chase Center, Punch Line Comedy Club, War Memorial Opera House, and Cobb's Comedy Club.
- What are the most common types of events listed?
- Concerts and live music make up about 1,600 listings, while theater and performing arts account for around 950. Other popular categories include comedy, community gatherings, sports, and conferences.
- Who are some performers with upcoming dates?
- Scheduled acts include the San Francisco Symphony, Rent, Sweeney Todd, Life Of Pi, and the Golden State Warriors.