Escape to a unique urban oasis of extraordinary beauty at San Francisco Botanical Garden, showcasing  8,000 different kinds of plants from around the world.

San Francisco Botanical Garden is located in Golden Gate Park, near the corner of Ninth Avenue and Lincoln Way. 

There are two entrances, the Main Gate near Ninth Avenue, just inside the Park, and the Friend (North) Gate on Martin Luther King Jr. Drive, just steps from the Japanese Tea Garden, de Young Museum, and California Academy of Sciences. 

Main Gate opens 7:30am – closes at last entry

Friend (North) Gate opens 9am – closes at last entry

Free Days

​Daily: 7:30 am – 9:00 am (enter via the Main Gate)

Monthly: Second Tuesday of every month 

Holiday Free Days: Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Years Day

Always free for San Francisco city and county residents (with proof of residency)

Always free for Garden members and school groups

For more details, please visit: https://www.sfbg.org/visit

Disclaimer: Please double check event information with the event organizer as events can be canceled, details can change after they are posted to our website, and errors do occur.

Enjoy family-friendly fun for all ages at First Sunday Afternoons at Presidio Tunnel Tops. This FREE event on Sunday, September 4, 1 to 4 pm features Presidio Pop Up food vendors, public art, DJs and MCs, and music and dance performances on the Community Stage (and around Presidio Tunnel Tops).

On September 4, the schedule of performances includes:

• 1 pm | WELCOME
• 1:15 pm | HONEY GOLD JASMINE
• 1:45 pm | DJ MARC STRETCH
• 2:15 pm | SAN JOSE TAIKO
• 2:45 pm | DJ MARC STRETCH
• 3:15 PM | SAN JOSE TAIKO
• 4 PM | RANGER-LED CAMPFIRE TALK

The series is co-curated with the Presidio Activator Council and Community Experts, Hip Hop for Change, and World Arts West.

First Sunday afternoons will be held on September 4, October 2, and November 6.

Details: https://www.presidio.gov/events/first-sunday-afternoons-at-presidio-tunnel-tops-09-04

Disclaimer: Please double check event information with the event organizer as events can be canceled, details can change after they are posted to our website, and errors do occur.

Free Fishing Days for 2022 are Saturday, July 2, and Saturday, September 3.

Due to COVID-19, Learn-to-Fish clinics are not being scheduled. Please check back for updates. We hope to offer events in Spring 2022 but do not know if this will be possible.

New online Learn-to-Fish videos are available. These were designed for adults wishing to try the sport for the first time as well as parents wanting to teach their child to fish. Parents may want to read this guide to help you teach your child to fish.

Fishing During the COVID-19 Pandemic

• Many parks and shorelines are open to fishing.
• It is suggested you contact the agency that manages your desired fishing location to check on restrictions or closures prior to heading out.
• Follow all state and local health guidelines for physical distancing and hygiene.
• All fishing regulations are being enforced.

Community Fishing and Watershed Education programs provide opportunities to enjoy aquatic resources while helping community members understand the role they play in maintaining clean and healthy waterways.

This is achieved through the cooperation of community institutions including schools, service clubs, local government, park agencies, water districts, storm water pollution prevention programs, tackle retailers, CDFW and anyone else that is interested in kids, fishing and clean water.

The ultimate goal is to create repeatable fishing experiences, improve recreational opportunities for residents of your community, and to create stewards of our waterways.

Free Fishing Piers (year-round)

• Candlestick Fishing Pier (Eastern of two)
• Islais Creek Pier
• Agua Vista Pier
• South Beach Harbor Pier
• Pier 14
• Pier 7
• Pier 45
• San Francisco Municipal Wharf “Muni” Pier
• Fort Mason Pier 3
• Fort Mason Pier 2
• Saint Francis Jetty
• Torpedo Wharf (Fort Point) Pier
• See a full list of Bay Area free fishing piers

For more information about the Fishing in the City program in the San Francisco and South Bay areas, contact Ethan.Rotman@wildlife.ca.gov | (415) 999-5924

DETAILS: https://wildlife.ca.gov/Fishing-in-the-City/SF

Disclaimer: Please double check event information with the event organizer as events can be canceled, details can change after they are posted to our website, and errors do occur.