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San Francisco Festivals in July 2024: 10 Most Popular in SF this Month
by Jill Loeffler •
Updated: July 2, 2024
Discover details on the 10 best San Francisco festivals in July. My top picks for this month include the Fillmore Jazz, Stern Grove, and Fourth of July Waterfront festivals.
I also just added two new beer festivals to my list that I think all beer lovers will really enjoy!
It's a fun time to get outdoors to listen to live music, learn how to dance, and cheer on many local up-and-coming artists.
Some of these are free and all are open to the public.
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1. Fourth of July Waterfront Festival
Date: 7/4
Our Fourth of July celebration is huge every year.
Activities start in the morning and run until our large fireworks show which ends around 10 pm.
All events are in Fisherman's Wharf along the waterfront.
Highlights (besides the large fireworks display at dark) include live music, food, drinks, and dozens of family-friendly activities.
>> Everything there is to see and do this 4th of July in SF
2. Fillmore Jazz
Dates: 7/6 & 7/7
The Fillmore Jazz event is one of the largest San Francisco festivals in July.
It's always the first Saturday and Sunday of the month and features free live music and entertainment.
It's located on Fillmore Street in the Pacific Heights and Western Addition districts.
You can also stroll through local artists booths, enjoy some cool beverages, and sample gourmet treats.
The event lasts from 10 am to 6 pm both days.
3. Stern Grove Concerts in the Park
Dates: 7/7, 7/14, 7/21 & 7/28
One of the most popular San Francisco festivals in July for locals is the Stern Grove Concerts Series.
This park is on the western side of SF and this annual event features well known and up-and-coming local artists.
Some of this year's performers include the Tegan and Sara, Chaka Kahn, Lucina Williams, and our very own SF Symphony.
Reservations are required in advance and tickets are available for free starting one month before each show.
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4. Frozen Film Festival
Dates: 7/17 - 7/21
See independent pieces from new and aspiring directors all around the world.
This is one of my favorite San Francisco festivals in July as the event focuses on getting exposure for directors from under served communities, youth, and other independents areas.
The event runs for four days and you can catch this year's flicks during two of those days as the other two days focus on awards and other events.
5. Yerba Buena Gardens
Dates: Several days in July
The Yerba Buena Gardens event features free, live entertainment several days a week from May to October.
These performances include kids shows, music, dance, and more.
All events are on the lawn at the Yerba Buena Gardens on Mission between 3rd and 4th Streets.
>> More details on this annual event
6. Up Your Alley
Date: 7/28
Up Your Alley is a leather and fetish festival that draws in more than 15,000 people every year.
Held in the South of Market District, this festival is for "real players only."
Attendees participate openly in B. D. S. M. play.
There will also be more than 80 vendors selling everything you need to have a wonderful time at this festival.
The event runs from 11 am to 6 pm.
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7. Sunday Streets
Date: 7/21
Sunday Streets is a time to get active and discover new health tips. This event runs every Summer from April to October. This month's event is in the Excelsior District.
The streets close starting at 10 am and are vehicle free until 4 pm.
It's located in a new district each month. During the events, the streets are closed so you can walk, run, or bike around them. You can enjoy group activities such as rock climbing and aerobics classes.
You can also get your blood pressure tested and get other screenings (often for free!).
8. Free Folk Festival
Date: 7/13
The Annual SF Folk Festival celebrates its 48th anniversary this year at Everett Middle School in the colorful and diverse Mission District.
This free event runs all day long, offering dozens of different kinds of dance and music performances, as well as workshops.
Enjoy everything from acoustic guitar to ukulele jams to contra band dance, Irish Step, and Argentine Tango.
It's a festival for all ages and everyone is encouraged to participate.
9. Suds Francisco Music & Beer Fest
Date: July 20 from 1 pm to 5 pm
If you love beer and music, head over to Salesforce Park this July for the Suds Francisco Music and Beer Fest! this new event offers one full day of drinks, food, entertainment, and kids activities.
The event is organized by one of my favorite breweries in SF, Barebottle Brewing. In addition to their beers, more than 20 other breweries will also be here serving their local brews including:
- Ghost Town Brewing
- HenHouse Brewing Company
- ISM Brewing
- Brix Factory Brewing
- Far West Cider Company
- Danville Brewing Company
- ...and many others!
This year's music includes Pop Rocks, Mike Chiasson, and The Seagulls. Other bands playing this year include Honey Disposition, St. Francis & the Wolf, Matt Jaffe, and SWISS.
10. Parks4All: Brewfest 2024
Date: July 27
As you can see, beer festivals in San Francisco is quite popular. Another fun festival this month is in the Presidio by Parks4All and is called Brewfest 2024.
This event is on Saturday, July 27 and runs from noon to 4 pm.
Your ticket to this event includes unlimited tastings, a fun 5 oz. tasting glass, live music and so much more. This is also a kid and dog friendly event, so feel free to bring your entire family to enjoy the afternoon in the park.
Food trucks will also be on hand to serve up a variety of local treats!
>> Visit the Parks Conservancy site for more details and ticketing information
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