Yerba Buena Illuminated
Wed, Sep 30 · 5:00 PM
Union Square
Things to Do Tonight, Wednesday September 30th, in San Francisco.
I've stopped recommending things in the Marina and I'm not sorry about it.
These events are worth leaving the house for. Ask me for something more specific.
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Top picks
Dear San Francisco
Wed, Sep 30 · 7:30 PM
North Beach
Peter Pan Goes Wrong
Wed, Sep 30 · 7:00 PM
Union Square
Ending soon
North by Northwest
Wed, Sep 30 · 7:30 PM
Tenderloin
Ending soon
Yerba Buena Illuminated: Free 95-Ft Art Projection
Wed, Sep 30 · 8:00 PM
Union Square
Rising artist
Big Weird Trivia
Wed, Sep 30 · 7:00 PM
Mission District • $$
SF’s 6th Annual “Wacky Wednesday” 2026 Kickoff Party
Wed, Sep 30 · 7:00 PM
Chinatown • $$
Great terrace
Michael Moritz in conversation with Manny Yekutiel
Wed, Sep 30 · 7:30 PM
Civic Center
One time only
Not everyone knows about these
Natural Quartz Sand Texture Art Experience
Wed, Sep 30 · 5:30 PM
South of Market
Wine-Glass Painting Workshop
Wed, Sep 30 · 5:00 PM
South of Market
Little Shop of Horrors
Wed, Sep 30 · 8:00 PM
Civic Center
Bricks Lego Workshop
Wed, Sep 30 · 5:30 PM
South of Market
Ending soon
SF State SF State's Free Public Rooftop Stargazing Nights w/ Huge Telescope (Fall 2026) *Events are weather-dependent. Check the observatory's stories or follow its updates for confirmation each night.
Wed, Sep 30 · 7:30 PM
Ingleside Terraces
Learning Alongside Artists with CFGNY
Wed, Sep 30 · 6:00 PM
Mission Bay
Rising artist
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Frequently asked questions
How are these things to do tonight in San Francisco chosen?
I go through what's actually on nearby and keep only the ones worth the trip. Nobody pays to be on this list.
Is all of this really happening now?
Yes. The times shown are for this window, and anything that's finished drops off by itself.
How do I find something that suits me?
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