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Things to do in Tenderloin this weekend

Events, hangouts and local favorites in Tenderloin, San Francisco — this weekend, next week and always-open spots nearby.

Updated Saturday, October 24 · 13 listings

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Quick answer

Top always-open things to do in Tenderloin, San Francisco:

  1. Wiener Wednesday” Free Hot Dog Night at Rye (SF) — Wed, Oct 28, Rye Bar · Tenderloin, SF (free)
  2. Substance Fest San Francisco 2026 Day 3 — Thu, Oct 29, Great American Music Hall · Tenderloin, SF
  3. Tenderloin Street Fair “Dia de Muertos” Celebration 2026 + Block Party (SF) — Sun, Nov 1, 150 Golden Gate Ave · Tenderloin, SF (free)
  4. The Black Angels — Thu, Nov 5, The Regency Ballroom · Tenderloin, SF
  5. Block Fest” Tenderloin Arts Festival & Free Art Making | SF — Fri, Nov 6, CounterPULSE · Tenderloin, SF (free)
🍸 Adult Nightlife 4🆓 Free 4🌧️ Rainy Day 7💘 Date Night 9🚇 Near BART 11🎸 Live Music 5🎨 Art & Museums 1🍜 Food & Drink 4🛍️ Markets & Shopping 2🎉 Festivals & Fairs 7
🎉 This weekend

Oct 23–25

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Brian Doherty playing electric bass at the final Brass Tax party at Amnesia (853 Valencia Street), San Francisco, California
Thu5Nov

The Black Angels

Thu, Nov 5 · 8 PM The Regency Ballroom · Tenderloin, SF
☔ Rainy-day$48
Rockridge, Oakland (October 20, 2013) Farmers Market
Thu19Nov

RØZ

Thu, Nov 19 · All day The Warfield · Tenderloin, SF
🚇 BART
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Classic things to do in Tenderloin, San Francisco

Open most days — perfect when you want a sure thing.

fear the fiasco concert at the DNA Lounge

Bourbon & Branch

Nightly (21+) Bourbon & Branch · Tenderloin, SF
21+🚇 BART☔ Rainy-day

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do in Tenderloin, San Francisco this weekend?

Popular picks for Oct 23–25 include Wiener Wednesday” Free Hot Dog Night at Rye (SF) (Wed, Oct 28), Substance Fest San Francisco 2026 Day 3 (Thu, Oct 29), Tenderloin Street Fair “Dia de Muertos” Celebration 2026 + Block Party (SF) (Sun, Nov 1), The Black Angels (Thu, Nov 5). See the full, daily-updated list on this page.

Are there free things to do in Tenderloin, San Francisco?

Yes — 4 free events and activities are listed in Tenderloin, San Francisco right now. Use the “Free” filter or visit our Free page.

How often is this list updated?

Every day. Bay Area Weekend checks dozens of Bay Area event calendars, venues and local news sources daily and removes events once they’ve ended. Last update: Saturday, October 24.

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