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San Francisco Events in March 2025
Written by: Jill Loeffler • Published: September 12, 2016 • Updated: December 11, 2024
San Francisco events in March 2025 include Saint Patrick's Day celebrations, concerts, and Golden State Warriors basketball.
Other highlights include several performances by the SF Ballet and SF Symphony, free walking tours, and lots of great museum exhibits.
I've also included some of my favorite theater shows, and our best festivals this month!
Disclaimer: I receive a small commission from some of the links on this page.
Chicago - Broadway Show in March
Dates: March 4 - 9
Location: Golden Gate Theatre
Tickets: Ticketmaster | TicketNetwork
The biggest show on stage this March is the musical Chicago.
It's the story of one of the most infamous female murderers in Cook County with glamor, fame and...well...murder!
Sing along to it's well known songs including "All That Jazz," "Razzle Dazzle," and "When You're Good to Mama."
The show runs for 2 hours and 30 minutes with one intermission. Best for kids 13+ and no children under 5 allowed.
More Theater Performances in March
- Back to the Future: The Musical at the Orpheum Theatre through March 9
- Ain't Too Proud - The Life and Times of the Temptations at the Golden Gate Theatre through March 2
- Exotic Deadly: or the MSG Play at the SF Playhouse through March 8
- Nobody Loves You at the Toni Rembe Theater through March 30
>> More theater performances this month in San Francisco
Concerts & Live Music in March
Dates: Several
While in San Francisco, head out to one of the awesome concert venues around town to enjoy some live music. There's something happening almost every night of the week, from the hottest bands to local artists.
This month, you can watch top performers at places such as the Nob Hill Masonic Center, the Bill Graham Civic Auditorium, the Chase Center, and smaller venues such as The Independent and the Great American Music Hall.
In the greater Bay Area this month, you can attend concerts in Oakland, San Jose, or Berkeley.
- 3/1: Rezz at the Cow Palace
- 3/4: Deftones, The Mars Volta & Fleshwater at the Chase Center
- 3/5: Tyler The Creator at the Chase Center
- 3/14: Sullivan King at the Bill Graham Civic Auditorium
- 3/21: The Linda Lindas at The Fillmore
Cruises Around the SF Bay
One of the best things to do this month is to check out some of our bay cruises. You can spend an hour cruising around the bay or catch a sunset.
Most of the cruises leave from the Fisherman's Wharf area. My favorite part of taking these tours is that they offer both indoor and outdoor seating with gorgeous views around the bay.
My favorite views when I take these cruises is of the Golden Gate Bridge, the SF shoreline, and Alcatraz Island. It's a fun way to spend an hour or two on your visit to the City by the Bay!
Here are a few that I love the most.
Sunset Cruise: This 1.5 hour cruise around the bay offer spectacular views all around. See famous landmarks, cruise under the Golden Gate Bridge, and soak in the views from either indoors or out. It typically runs Thursday - Sunday throughout the month of March from Pier 43 1/2. Find ticket availability for all dates in March.
Bay Cruise: This 60-minute cruise leaves from Fisherman's Wharf several times each day. This is the most popular cruise and offers both indoor and outdoor seating. Hear all about SF's history through the onboard narration. It leaves from Pier 39. Find ticket availability for March.
Golden Gate Bridge Catamaran Cruise: The reason I love going on this cruise is that it's a smaller group tour, so I find it's a more personal experience. You will still get to see all of the great attractions around the SF Bay including the Golden Gate Bridge and Alcatraz Island, but in my experience, it's a more relaxed environment. This cruise leaves from Pier 39 and runs daily in March. Find more details and ticketing availability.
Where to Stay in Fisherman's Wharf
Golden State Warriors
Dates: 3/8, 3/10, 3/13, 3/15, 3/17, 3/19, and 3/20
Location: Chase Center in SF
Tickets: Ticketmaster | TicketNetwork
Watch the Bay Area's one and only pro basketball team light up the court at the Chase Center in San Francisco's Mission Bay District.
In this last full month of regular season home games, the Warriors will face the Detroit Pistons, Portland Trail Blazers, and Denver Nuggets.
- 3/8: Detroit Pistons
- 3/10: Portland Trail Blazers
- 3/13: Sacramento Kings
- 3/15: New York Knicks
- 3/17: Denver Nuggets
- 3/19: Toronto Raptors
- 3/20: Milwaukee Bucks
Go Dubs!
>> Full schedule and game day details
>> Additional information on sports events in SF and the Bay Area
SF Giants Fan Fest
Date: 3/8
It's not quite baseball season yet, but the SF Giants and their fans are going to kick into action this month with the annual Fan Fest event.
This is your chance to meet Giants alumni, take photos with the World Series trophies, play catch on the field, and purchase new merchandise.
Admission is free, but you do need to get tickets to the open house in advance (find them here). So, get on your orange and black and get ready for a fun-filled day at beautiful Oracle Park from 10 am to 3 pm.
>> More details about Fan Fest as well as the 2025 game schedule
>> Additional free things to do this March in SF
SF Ballet
Dates: 3/1 - 3/8 and 3/20 - 3/26
Location: War Memorial Opera House
Tickets: Find tickets to all performances
These San Francisco events in March include two different, stunning performances by the oldest ballet company in the country. The first is Raymonda It runs from 3/1 - 3/8 this month.
The second performance in March is Frankenstein. Dates for this month are 3/20 - 3/26.
Free Museum Days: San Francisco Events in March
Dates: Several toward the beginning of the month
Plan ahead before paying to visit any SF museums!
Several of them offer free admission days each month, so you can view their world-class collections and exhibits without spending a lot of money.
Click the link below to find out which days in March you can visit the Asian Art Museum, Conservatory of Flowers, de Young Museum of Fine Arts, Legion of Honor, and others for free.
Saint Patrick's Day
Parade: Saturday, March 15
Holiday Date: Monday, 3/17
It's that time of year again, when SF turns green! Whether you're looking for parties, pub crawls, cultural festivals, or family fun, you'll find plenty of ways to celebrate Saint Patrick's Day in the city.
One of the biggest San Francisco events in March is the annual parade, which will take place on Saturday in the downtown/Civic Center neighborhood.
On Sunday, you will also find plenty of fun things to do including watching the NCAA Tournament selection, exploring Irish culture, and hitting up the more than a dozen Irish bars and restaurants around town!
>> Get more details about Saint Patrick's Day festivities in SF
Red Cross Gala 2025
Date: 3/22
Join the American Red Cross for their 29th Anniversary Gala. This year's event is at The Conservatory at One Sansome.
The event is to recognize and honor several people in the Bay Area that have made a positive impact to help the American Red Cross with their mission.
It is also an annual fund-raiser. If you can't make it to the Gala, don't miss the After Gala party with cocktails, bites, live music and dancing.
Game Developers Conference
Dates: 3/17 - 3/21
With over 27,000 attendees, GDC is the largest professional game industry event in the world.
The week-long conference is hosted at SF's Moscone Center and attracts everyone involved in the industry, from game designers to programmers, artists and producers.
This is the premier event to attend lectures, panels, tutorials, and round-table discussions about computer, online, and smart phone games.
SF Comedy Shows
Dates: All month long
Have you ever wanted to see comedians like Louis CK, Dana Carvey, Russell Peters, Anjelah Johnson, or Zach Galifianakis live on stage?
SF's two largest comedy clubs, the Punch Line and Cobb's, both regularly host standup's biggest stars, including those mentioned above and more.
In addition to standup, San Francisco also offers improv and comic theater.
Hotel Deals
Click the links below to find great hotel deals all around town. Plus, read recent guest reviews to make sure you find the right hotel for you!
Booking: Find great deals all around San Francisco for your upcoming stay!
TripAdvisor: What's the #1 hotel in San Francisco? Read reviews & find hotel deals on TripAdvisor!
VRBO: Besides hotels, you'll also find some great places to stay locally through VRBO. Book an apartment or a room and feel more like a local. Find some great places to stay on VRBO here.
SF Symphony Performances
Dates: Various dates from 3/1 - 3/31
The elegant Davies Symphony Hall will feature several San Francisco events in March in the Civic Center district.
Top performances this month include Ticciati Conducts Rachmaninoff (2/28 - 3/2), Chan Conducts All-Tchaikovsky (3/13 - 3/15), and Juraj Valcuha and Gil Shaham (3/27, 3/29, & 3/30).
A night at the symphony is a great excuse for getting a little dressed up, going out for a nice dinner or drinks nearby, and relishing SF's high culture.
>> Full schedule for this month and tips to attend a performance
Museum Exhibits in March in San Francisco
Dates: Throughout the Month
You will find a variety of museum exhibits this month in San Francisco. Here is a small sampling of what you can see at some of our top museums.
About Place: Bay Area Artists from the Svane Gift at the de Young Art Museum
Wayne Thiebaud: Art Comes from Art, 3/22 - 8/17 at the Legion of Honor
Yayoi Kusama: Dreaming of Earth's Sphericity, I Would Offer My Love at the Museum of Modern Art (SF MOMA)
Fight for Air Climb - San Francisco
Date: 3/8
This annual event takes place principally at 555 California, one of SF's tallest buildings with 52 flights of stairs, or 1,197 steps.
Climbing starts at 10:30 am and will conclude about 1 pm. There are also designated climbs around SF, so if you want to plan for some outdoor climbing, make sure you are done and back at 555 California before the final festivities start.
You can participate on as many staircases as you want, as an individual or as a team. There is a registration fee, and proceeds go to the American Lung Association's support of people fighting lung disease.
>> Learn the details about this annual event and sign up
Superfine Art Fair
Dates: 3/6 - 3/9
The spring Superfine Art Fair will be at the Fort Mason Center from March 6 - 9.
This event features top local and global artists. It's a great place to fine unique art, clothing, jewelry and other hand crafted items.
>> Visit their site to learn more and pick up your tickets today
More March Activities
What else is happening this March in SF? You will find tons of fun things to do this month from cruises around the bay to trips to Yosemite to a chance to see whales just off the coast.
I've pulled together a list of the best things to do this month, so you can find even more fun during your vacation.
>> More fun things to do this March
Tips to Pack & Weather in March
Are you looking for tips on what to wear in March? On my weather page, you will find recommendations on what to pack for your stay. It includes typical highs and low as well as a few additional fun things to do this month.
>> Find more tips to visit in March
Free Things to Do in March
Check out these budget-friendly ideas for your trip. My list of 25 of the best free things to do includes top events, museums, and a few of our best attractions. Click the link below to learn more and to add some of these items to your list.
>> Best free things to do this month
SF Bay Area Calendar of Events for March
San Jose Sharks
Dates: 3/8, 3/11, 3/13, 3/15, 3/20, 3/22, 3/27, and 3/29
Tickets: Find tickets to all games in March
Head to the South Bay to watch the San Jose Sharks play at the SAP Center downtown. This team routinely goes deep into the playoffs, so you know these fierce Sharks are in it for the win.
This month at the Shark Tank, you can watch them take on the Chicago Blackhawks, Washington Capitals, and the New York Rangers.
Here is the March schedule for all games.
- 3/8: New York Islands
- 3/11: Nashville Predators
- 3/13: Chicago Blackhawks
- 3/15: Washington Capitals
- 3/20: Carolina Hurricanes
- 3/22: Boston Bruins
- 3/27: Toronto Maple Leafs
- 3/29: New York Rangers
Sonoma County Barrel Tasting
Dates: 3/1 - 3/2
California's beautiful wine country (about an hour north of San Francisco) invites visitors to discover its culinary and winemaking excellence during 2 full days of barrel tasting and more.
This special event will allow you to taste wine, directly from the barrel, and buy "futures" since many of them are small batch and will not be available to normal customers at a later date.
>> Details for this year's event
Jazz Bash by the Bay
Dates: 3/7 - 3/9
The annual Jazz Bash by the Bay is one of the larger SF Bay Area events in March. It has been a tradition for more than 40 years in historic Monterey, a vibrant coastal city about three hours south of San Francisco.
Known for Cannery Row, written by John Steinbeck, this is now a world class city with some of the best restaurants, hotels and more.
These three days will be full of all types of American jazz, from ragtime and swing to gypsy jazz, zydeco, and blues. If you love jazz music, plan a weekend getaway to enjoy the lively festival.
>> Visit their site for info on this year's event
Oakland Running Festival
Date: 3/23
The Oakland Running Festival has become a fun annual event in this East Bay city, offering a marathon, half marathon, 4-person relay, 5K, and kids' fun run so that everyone can get involved.
Come stretch your legs and celebrate the diverse community and beautiful scenery of Oakland, CA. The race starts from Eastshore Park near lovely Lake Merritt on Sunday morning. Registration is required to participate.
>> Visit their site to register
Handcrafted Originals Art Fair
Dates: 3/22 - 3/23
This local artisan fair takes place along the covered walks at the Carlmont Village Shopping Center in Belmont, California. This quaint town is on the peninsula about half an hour south of San Francisco.
You can visit the over 20 booths from 10 am to 5 pm each day, and browse unique art pieces ranging from ceramics and jewelry to paintings and photography.
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