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San Francisco Recreation & Park Department
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The San Francisco Recreation and Park Department manages more than 230 parks, including Golden Gate Park, Coit Tower and Dolores Park.
We're excited to share that the renovation project at Kimbell Playground (1901 Geary Boulevard) has been completed. As part of the project, the synthetic turf on these fields was replaced after 14 years of use.
August 7, 2025 at 5:37 AM
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The wind in your fur, the smell of treats in the air! Join us on Saturday, September 6 at Judah for the Dogon’ Bike Ride!
Bring your dog in a bag, basket, bucket, and your bike to ride along.
Details & RSVP at lu.ma/dogonbike
August 6, 2025 at 11:48 PM
Join the SF Police Department for its National Night Out on Tuesday, 8/5. This annual community-building campaign promotes partnerships & comradery w/ the goal of creating safer & stronger neighborhoods. Come out for block parties that feature music, cookouts, contests, family activities, & more.
August 4, 2025 at 7:38 PM
Join India Basin Waterfront Park & community partners for the Hoop 4 Peace basketball tournament—a month-long series promoting peace & unity across neighborhoods. This exciting 3-on-3 tournament features youth & adult teams from across the city competing for a $2,000 grand prize.
August 2, 2025 at 6:37 PM
As the Grateful Dead’s 60th anniversary is celebrated citywide this weekend—w/ festivities including the sold-out Dead & Company shows at Golden Gate Park’s Polo Field—Rec & Park has paid tribute to the band’s legacy w/ a special rose planting in Golden Gate Park’s Rose Garden.
August 2, 2025 at 1:23 AM
San Francisco’s iconic Dead & Company celebrates 60 years of the Grateful Dead’s music with three days of concerts in Golden Gate Park this weekend, the same place where their journey began.
August 1, 2025 at 10:48 PM
Kick off August at India Basin Waterfront Park (900 Innes Avenue) on 8/2 w/ the First Saturday at the Waterfront Family Day. It takes place from noon-4PM & features live music, kids’ activities, free boat rides & haircuts, & more!
August 1, 2025 at 10:43 PM
El Farolito Soccer Club has punched its ticket to the National Premier Soccer League championship game! The team will face Hickory FC at Kezar Stadium (670 Kezar Drive) on Saturday, 8/2 at 5PM. Admission is free, so fans & supporters can enjoy the beautiful game.
August 1, 2025 at 5:47 PM
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📣The 'grate' weekend continues Sunday at The Whale's Tail
We'll start w/ free yoga, followed by cold drinks and groovy tunes

Set Times:
Dan Dectis & Friends – 12:15 & 1:30pm
The Alleylots – 2:45 & 4:00pm

📍Details: https://loom.ly/Eop_BLc
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The Whale's Tail | August 3 - City of Awe
We’re joining in on the Dead & Co. fun with a special themed day at The Whale’s Day. Start your Sunday with FREE Yoga in the Park with Elisha St. Denis at 11am! Swing by, stretch out, and stay to enjoy the afternoon in the park! Snag your FREE RSVP for yoga here. After yoga, pull together …
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August 1, 2025 at 4:56 PM
We're excited to share the last two free downtown concerts of 2025 in our parks! Another Planet Entertainment in partnership w/ @sfgov.sf.gov & Rec & Park is closing out its 2025 season w/ two special events! Details here: tinyurl.com/49th9ejf
August 1, 2025 at 5:28 AM
Can't make it to the show in Golden Gate Park? Come out to McLaren Park for the 23rd Annual Jerry Day! It will take place at the Jerry Garcia Amphitheater (40 John F. Shelley Drive) in McLaren Park on Saturday, 8/2 w/ entry at 11AM & the first act at 11:30AM.
August 1, 2025 at 5:17 AM
The @sfac.bsky.social & Rec & Park announced the culmination of the yearlong Artist-in-Residence Program at India Basin Waterfront Park. Local artists Afatasi the Artist & Conni McKenzie worked w/ the Bayview-Hunters Point community to create projects rooted in local history & everyday life.
July 31, 2025 at 11:24 PM
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District 4 Supervisor @joelengardio.bsky.social, Senator @scottwiener.bsky.social, & Mayor Daniel Lurie’s Chief of Climate, Transportation & Mobility Alicia John-Baptiste announced a $1.5 million investment to revitalize Sunset Boulevard earlier this week. Details here: tinyurl.com/pyfsczwv
July 31, 2025 at 6:03 AM
A larger-than-life sea serpent made waves at Golden Gate Park’s Rainbow Falls last night with a lighting ceremony for the immersive art installation Naga along the car-free JFK Promenade. Details here: tinyurl.com/mmpmnruy
July 30, 2025 at 12:24 AM
We're in the dog days of summer, & our camps are in full swing. We're happy to share that we have more than 4,000 youth in our summer camps, including nearly 1,200 campers supported by $1.2 million in scholarships.
July 28, 2025 at 11:52 PM
Six temporary large-scale sculptures by world-renowned Mexican artist Betsabeé Romero have been installed along the JFK Promenade in Golden Gate Park, reenergizing the permanently car-free space & highlighting sustainability.
July 28, 2025 at 11:23 PM
Head over to Noe Valley Town Square (3861 24th Street) for its night market on Tuesday, 7/29 from 5-8PM. It spans the full block of 24th Street between Sanchez & Vicksburg streets. Join neighbors, vendors & performers in the square for an evening of community, music & summer fun.
July 28, 2025 at 7:48 PM
Thanks to all who joined us for the Sunset Dunes open house last weekend. Rec & Park staff met w/ participants in small groups to discuss interim improvements at Sunset Dunes, as well as the process to create the future park.
July 26, 2025 at 9:33 PM
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🤫Psssttttttt: Rainbow Falls will be turned back on early Saturday morning!

Come out for a jog, a stroll, and join us for our Mermaid Parade happening 10am-12pm Saturday July 26.

Golden Gate Park is about to get a little more whimsical ✨🐉💛
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July 25, 2025 at 6:41 PM
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🐳 Join us for Sunday Funday at The Whale's Tail! Enjoy good food & bevies + live music in Golden Gate Park

12:15pm JimBo Trout
1:30pm Bully Meow
2:45pm Vagabond Empire
4:00pm Manny Bernal

📍Details: https://loom.ly/TiCqauM
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The Whale's Tail | July 27 - City of Awe
The Whale’s Tail is open every Saturday & Sunday from 12pm-6pm from May-October. Pull together a few Adirondack chairs or grab one of the picnic tables and take a breather from exploring The Golden Mile. Bring the whole family (pups and kids welcome!) and enjoy live music, food trucks, lawn games, and all-around outdoor fun …
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July 25, 2025 at 8:19 PM
A mythic creature has begun to surface in the heart of Golden Gate Park. A radiant, 100-foot-long, 25-foot-tall sea serpent named Naga—first unveiled at Burning Man 2024—is close to completing its installation at Rainbow Falls along the JFK Promenade on SF’s Golden Mile.
July 26, 2025 at 12:29 AM
Come out for a meeting on the proposed community garden at Kimbell Playground (1901 Geary Boulevard) on Saturday, 7/26 at 1PM at the Hamilton Rec Center (1900 Geary Blvd) multipurpose room. Explore design ideas & share your input. RSVP here: tinyurl.com/y8dcvmnw
July 25, 2025 at 5:56 PM
Join partners in celebrating 35 years of the Americans w/ Disabilities Act at the Golden Gate Park Music Concourse (1 Bowl Drive) on Saturday, 7/26 from noon-4PM. The event will feature fun activities, prizes & resources to learn about accessible transportation options in SF.
July 25, 2025 at 1:52 AM