Get your event in front of people planning their weekend.
Bay Area Weekend reaches Bay Area locals at the exact moment they’re deciding what to do. Bid for the top of the list, pin your event on the map, and drop a deal to fill seats.
Pick a spot
Homepage, This Weekend, a city or neighborhood, a genre, a vibe like Kid-Friendly or Date Night — or the map.
Place your weekly bid
Bid at or above the floor. Highest active bids win the top positions on each page.
Add a deal (optional)
Promo codes and discounts get a 🎟️ badge, a spot on the Deals page and extra clicks.
Current top bids
Per week, USD. Updated with every daily build.
| Placement | Where it shows | Winners | Floor | Top bid now |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Homepage Spotlight | Hero card on the homepage | 1 | $150 | Open — be first! |
| This Weekend · Top of List | Top of This Weekend, Today and Tonight pages | 2 | $75 | Open — be first! |
| Region & City Top Spot | Top of a region, city or neighborhood page you choose | 2 | $40 | Open — be first! |
| Vibe Pages Top Spot | Kid-Friendly, Nightlife, Date Night, Hot Day, Rainy Day pages | 2 | $35 | Open — be first! |
| Genre Top Spot | Top of a genre page (Live Music, Comedy, Food & Drink…) | 2 | $30 | Open — be first! |
| Map Pin Boost | Highlighted golden pin + top result on the interactive map | 5 | $25 | Open — be first! |
| Deals Page Feature | Featured card on the Deals page | 6 | $20 | Open — be first! |
| Daily Email Feature (coming in V2) | Featured slot in personalized daily emails | 1 | $50 | Open — be first! |
Tell us about your event
We review every bid by hand (usually within one business day) to keep the guide trustworthy. No charge until your placement is confirmed.
- Events must be real, in the Bay Area, and open to the public.
- Sponsored listings are always clearly labeled.
- Outbid? We’ll email you so you can raise your bid.
Frequently asked questions
How does bidding for the top spot work?
Each placement is a simple weekly auction. Pick a slot, set your weekly bid (at or above the floor), and the highest active bids win the top positions on the next daily update. If you are outbid, we let you know so you can raise your bid.
Are sponsored listings labeled?
Always. Sponsored listings carry a clear “★ Sponsored” label and a gold outline, in line with FTC guidelines. Organic listings are never sold.
Can I target a city, neighborhood or audience?
Yes — target any region, city, neighborhood, genre or vibe page (for example: Kid-Friendly in the East Bay, or Nightlife in the Mission).
Can I offer a discount or promo code?
Please do! Deals appear on your listing, the Deals page and inside the interactive map. Readers love them and they lift ticket sales.
How do I pay?
After we confirm your placement we email an invoice. Your campaign goes live with the next daily update after payment.