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Fourth of July at PIER 39 |
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(Events - Best of the City) |
July 4, 2013
Beach Street & The Embarcadero, San Francisco 94133 • 415-705-5500
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~1.10 mi * |
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Wish the nation a happy birthday at this lively Bayside celebration, PIER 39 celebrates Independence Day with an afternoon line-up of popular local bands. Lots of shops, restaurants, and entertainment are in easy proximity. The crowning touch, a dazzling fireworks extravaganza takes flight at 9:30pm. Huzzah! |
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Fourth of July Celebrations |
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(Events - Best of the City) |
July 4, 2013
900 N Point St, San Francisco 94109 • 415-775-5500 • FAX: 415-775-0912
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Distance:
~1.12 mi * |
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The fireworks may not begin until 9:30 but the fun goes on for most of the day along the waterfront, the Cannery, Ghirardelli Square and Pier 39. Get ready for plenty of live entertainment for the entire family at the Aquatic Park stage. You'll also find great food and loads of kids' activities that set the stage for an amazing fireworks display launched from the foot of Municipal Pier. |
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San Francisco Jewish Film Festival |
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(Events - Best of the City) |
July 25 - August 12, 2013
429 Castro St, San Francisco 94114 • 415-621-6120 • FAX: 415-864-0119
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Distance:
~2.46 mi * |
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Documenting via film the breadth of Jewish experience, this festival seeks to understand identity and culture through the perspective of emerging and established artists. Affiliated programs and forums add energy and understanding to the proceedings. August's events will be at the Jewish Community Center of San Francisco. |
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Oktoberfest by the Bay |
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(Events - Best of the City) |
September 2013
Laguna Ave @ Marina Blvd, San Francisco • 415-345-7575 • FAX: 415-441-3405
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Distance:
~17.75 mi * |
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Description:
This huge celebration, inspired by Germany's traditional festival, offers beer, hearty fare from the homeland, beer, music and dancing and more beer. Many folks dress in traditional Bavarian clothing, so if possible, don der lederhosen. Entertainment rotates approximately every four hours, so patrons are encouraged to hang around to catch the dancers and main bands. |
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Berlin & Beyond Film Festival |
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(Events - Best of the City) |
September 2013, October 2013
429 Castro St, San Francisco 94114 • 415-621-6120 • FAX: 415-864-0119
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~2.46 mi * |
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At this engaging film festival, the Castro Theatre showcases works from Germany, Austria, and Switzerland. Films represent a variety of genres, from documentaries to restored silents and shorts. The offerings come in three primary formats: 16mm, 35mm, and digital. |
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San Francisco Fringe Festival |
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(Events - Best of the City) |
September 6 - September 21, 2013
, various locations, San Francisco • 415-931-1094
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Description:
Fringe festivals are known for their experimental tendencies, and San Francisco's version is no different. Unencumbered by any sort of juried system, the festival brings in performances from all around the world, presenting a wide variety of subject matter and theatrical styles and giving directors and performers loads of artistic license. As a result, the 12-day event presents the good and the bad, the polished and the raw, and practically assures a cutting-edge experience. Ticket prices vary, and most go on sale 30 minutes prior to performances. |
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Folsom Street Fair |
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(Events - Best of the City) |
September 29, 2013
Folsom St and 7th St, San Francisco
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Description:
\\\\"The world's largest leather event,\\\\" is a fair that is also officially listed as the third largest in California (behind the Rose Bowl and San Francisco Pride). For one day, the South of Market district on Folsom Street between 7th and 12th Sts comes alive with 400,000 folks decked out in head to to fetish-wear. Onlookers should have their cameras ready, this is one eye-opening event you don't want to miss. Donations at the gates and proceeds from beverage purchases will benefit local charities. |
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San Francisco Fall Antiques Show |
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(Events - Best of the City) |
October 2013
Laguna Ave @ Marina Blvd, San Francisco • 415-345-7575 • FAX: 415-441-3405
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Distance:
~17.75 mi * |
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Over 65 dealers purveying beautiful antiques from the US and Europe delight collectors at this annual show (the oldest continuously operating international antiques show on the West Coast), where you'll find furniture, china, silver, textiles, art, photography, and more. In addition, there's a loan exhibition, and designers and art experts offer lectures on topics such as architecture, interior design and vintage jewelry. Proceeds benefit Enterprise for High School Students, which provides teens with job and career guidance. |
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Hardly Strictly Bluegrass |
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(Events - Best of the City) |
October 2013
John F. Kennedy Dr, San Francisco 94121
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Distance:
~4.77 mi * |
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What began in 2001 as a modest festival has grown into a reckoning force, complete with big-name performers and multiple stages. Attendance at the free event is practically mandatory for music-lovers, and with past performers like Doc Watson, Dolly Parton, Emmylou Harris, and Earl Scruggs, who would willingly miss out? Food and drink are available; bring blankets and coolers for added comfort. |
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Fleet Week |
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(Events - Best of the City) |
October 11 - October 14, 2013
, Waterfront, San Francisco
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Description:
Families, military veterans and anyone interested in flight or naval operations will enjoy the events of Fleet Week. Be sure to get tickets for the annual air show featuring the Blue Angels, Team Oracle and the Air Force's F-16 Demonstration Team. Other events include a Marine Band concert, ship tours, fireworks and Parade of Ships. |
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* All distances are
approximate "straight-line" distances.
See Directions for actual "travel distances."
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