World champions, Olympic medalist and the best amateur triathletes from 50 states and over 40 countries take on San Francisco’s bay, steep hills and rugged terrain in this bucket-list race. The all-weekend Fitness Festival and Expo features product giveaways, displays, food and beer garden.

The 35th SF Jazz Festival brings 43 concerts to the city’s top venues, including SFJazz Center, Davies Symphony Hall and Herbs Theater. A free festival kick-off party in Hayes Valley gets things started June 6, followed by nearly two weeks of performances by world-renown artist and local talent. Monty Alexander, Fred Hersch, Lizz Wright and Clayton-Hamilton Jazz Orchestra are just a few highlights to look forward to. July and August brings the Summer Sessions concerts series, featuring even more big-name performers.