Marigold Project invites you to the 32nd annual Festival of Altars.

On November 2nd, Day of the Dead Festival of Altars will be held in Potrero Del Sol Park aka La Raza Park. Please come and participate in building an altar or come to view the community altars.

Plus, every November 2nd at 12pm and 5pm, you’re welcome to join the Ritual Circle. The Ritual Circle is a ceremony created to take time among the altars to honor all of our ancestors, our environment, and our connection to the earth and each other. All are invited to participate.

Together we hold space for healing and reflecting on our ancestral roots in a beautiful community of heart connection. This event is comprised of poetry performances, dance, music, and ritual ceremonies. Performers of all backgrounds and faiths come together to be inspired by Mesoamerican Day of the Dead traditions and to make this community event relevant to the San Francisco Bay Area as a whole.

Day of the Dead Festival of Altars in San Francisco
November 2, 2024 @ Potrero Del Sol Park
Installation begins @ 8am | Ceremony begins @ 12pm | Performances begins @ 5pm
You can build your own Personal Altar. To RSVP an altar space please signup. The making and viewing of traditional, contemporary, or experimental altars is a uniquely transformative experience connecting us closer to our Ancestors. Bring flowers, 8-inch glass prayer candles, and mementos of loved ones to contribute to the Community Altars. All are welcome to participate.

BART riders can walk to Potrero del Sol from the 24th Street Mission Station, while MUNI riders can use the 9, 10, 19, 27, 33, and 48 lines. A limited amount of first-come, first-served bike parking will be available at the festival entrance at 25th Street and Utah Street. Please note: no vehicles will be permitted in the park.

Cost: FREE

Address: 25th St. & San Bruno Ave., San Francisco, CA

For more information please visit the link below:

https://sf.funcheap.com/dia-de-los-muertos-festival-altars-mission-san-francisco

The Japanese Tea Garden provides visitors from around the world with an opportunity to experience the natural beauty, tranquility, and harmony of a Japanese-style garden in the heart of San Francisco’s Golden Gate Park.

Originally created as a “Japanese Village” exhibit for the 1894 California Midwinter International Exposition, the Japanese Tea Garden endures as one of the most popular attractions in San Francisco, featuring classic elements such as an arched drum bridge, pagodas, stone lanterns, stepping stone paths, native Japanese plants, serene koi ponds, and a zen garden. Cherry blossom trees bloom throughout the garden in March and April.

Admission to the Japanese Tea Garden is free for San Francisco residents with valid ID. Free hours for everyone (even non-residents) are 9-10 am every Monday, Wednesday and Friday.

Please note that hours and costs change frequently.

Japanese Tea Garden
75 Hagiwara Tea Garden, Golden Gate Park, SF
FREE for San Francisco Residents w/ ID
FREE for Everyone from 9-10 am on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays

Non Resident Fees
Adults: $12-16 (depends on season)

Seniors (ages 65+ w/ID) $7
Youth (ages 12-17) $7
Children (ages 5-11) $3
Children (under 5) FREE

Hours Of Operation
Last entry is 30 minutes before closing. Last entry changes seasonally.

Free Hour
Monday, Wednesday and Friday
9:00am – 10:00am

For more information please visit the link bellow:

https://sf.funcheap.com/japanese-tea-gardens-free-admission-hour-golden-gate-park-113/

Calling all Mission Bay residents! Celebrate the season with your neighbors at the Mission Bay Harvest Festival – a day filled with family-friendly fun, festive activities, and autumn magic! Connect with the community and enjoy your parks while getting into the Halloween spirit!

Mission Bay Harvest Festival
Saturday, October 26th, 2024 | 11AM – 4PM

SPARK Social SF | 601 Mission Bay Blvd North, San Francisco, CA 94158

Free Admission | Open to everyone –Kids, Pets, Locals, and Visitors!

Pumpkin Patch – Explore our festive pumpkin patch! Free gourds for ghouls under 8!
Costume Contest – Show off your creative costumes for a chance to win amazing prizes.
S’mores & Fire Pits – Gather ‘round cozy fire pits to roast marshmallows and make s’mores! Free S’mores kits for Mission Bay locals!
Trick-or-Treating – There will be plenty of opportunities to trick-or-treat, so don’t forget to bring your buckets or bags for all those treats!
Games & Activities – A lineup of classic fall games and activities perfect for all ages!

Favorite Food Trucks – Savor delicious offerings from 15+ gourmet food trucks!

Live Music – Dance, sing along, and do the Monster Mash to your favorite halloween hits!

This is more than just a festival – it’s an opportunity for Mission Bay to come together, celebrate the season, and strengthen our community spirit. So throw on your costumes, bring the family, and get ready for an unforgettable day of autumnal delight in your own neighborhood!

Costume Contest Judging

Join in the fun as we showcase the spirit of our community through a lively costume contest! Costumes will be judged by you, our Mission Bay neighbors, through a fun and interactive cloud of applause! Categories include

Family/Group Costumes – The most imaginative and coordinated group or family outfits.

Kid Costumes – The cutest and most creative costumes worn by the little ones.

Most Creative Costume – The most innovative costumes that stand out from the crowd.

Get daring and let your costumes shine! It’s time to bring your A-game and rally your neighbors to cheer the loudest for you!

For mor information please view the links below:

https://sf.funcheap.com/mission-bay-harvest-festival/

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/mission-bay-harvest-festival-tickets-1033984614817?aff=SFFUNCHEAP