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- Sporting Events
- Concerts & Live Music
- Theater Performances in April
- Museums: Free Days & Exhibits
- Festivals
- Comedy Shows
- Performing Arts
- Tours
- Day Trips
- More Tips to Visit SF in April
Both the San Francisco Giants and Oakland A's baseball clubs are allowing fans in their stadiums. They both have slightly different rules, so make sure to visit their dedicated pages if you plan to attend a game.
SF boasts a variety of live music venues with great performances all year long. Catch some of the best concerts at the Fillmore, the Nob Hill Masonic, the Bill Graham Civic Auditorium, and the Independent. Additional top venues include the Great American Music Hall, and Cafe du Nord. You'll find smaller venues all around town with activities nearly...
Hairspray
Dates: 4/16 - 4/12 Location: The Orpheum Theater Tickets: Ticketmaster | Ticketnetwork One of Broadway's best musicals is on stage at the Orpheum Theater this April. Check out the award winning, high energy musical Hairspray. The story is set in the 1960s and follows 160year old Tracy Turnblad. With her big hair and dreams, she is trying to dance her way onto her favorite TV Show! The show runs for 2 hours and 35 minutes with one intermission.
The 39 Steps
Dates: 3/7 - 4/20 Location: SF Playhouse Tickets: Find tickets This comedy-mystery is a funny take on Alfred Hitchcock's film, "The 39 Steps." The story follows a traveling Canadian on vacation in London. Little do they know, they will get caught up in an international spy ring! It's a fun show to check out this April in San Francisco. >> Find additional shows this month
More Great Shows in April
Here are some additional stage performances that I think you will love. 1. 4/5: John Cleeseat the Orpheum Theater at 7:30 pm 2. 4/6: Small Town Murder Podcastat the Palace of Fine Arts at 8 pm 3. 4/18 - 5/12:A Strange Loopat the American Conservatory Theatre 4. 4/18: John Cusack with a screening of High Fidelityat the Curran Theatre at 7:30 pm 5. 4/30 - 5/26: Funny Girlat the Orpheum Theater 6. 3/29 - 4/13: Sign My Name to Freedomat the Z Space
Most of San Francisco top museums are open in April. Below are some of the upcoming free days this month as well as their traveling exhibits. You will also find a list of some of the other top museums currently open.
Earth Day
Date: 4/21 Celebrate Earth Day in SF's Mission District. This family friendly festival offers live music, vendors, and your chance to learn even more about the environment. It runs from 11 am to 6 pm on Valencia Street between 19th and 21st Streets. It's free to attend.
Bay Area Brew Fest
Date: 4/20 Head over to the Main Lawn in the Presidio for the 2024 Bay Area Brew Fest. The event features beer from more than 60 breweries. You can also enjoy food trucks, live music and more. They have two sessions in the afternoon and in the evenings. The first is from Noon to 4 pm and the second is from 6 pm to 10 pm. Visit their site to learn more.
Cherry Blossom Festival
Dates: 4/13 - 4/14 & 4/20 - 4/21 This event takes place over two weekends, and is a celebration of springtime and the blossoms all over Japantown. During the festival, you can enjoy traditional music, dance, and food. The Taiko drummer performances are the most popular, so make sure to arrive early for these free shows. You can also sample gourmet treats and learn more about these gorgeous blossoms. Visit this page to learn more.
San Francisco sure does appreciate getting its laughs with stand-up and other comedic entertainment. Head over to Cobb's Comedy Club or the Punch Line to see stars like Dana Carvey and Anjelah Johnson. You can also catch performances of BATS Improv, comedy shows, and more. Many of the venues are in North Beach or near Union Square. >> Check out the...
SF Ballet
This month the SF Ballet offers four programs in April. 1. next@90 Curtain Call (4/2 - 4/13) 2. Dos Mujeres (4/4 - 4/14) 3. Encore A Program (4/18 - 4/24) 4. Encore B Swan Lake (4/30 - 5/5) All shows are at the War Memorial Opera House in the Civic Center District. Find additional details & ticketing information.
SF Symphony
The SF Symphony is set to perform several shows in April. They perform around a dozen shows this month. All shows are at Davies Symphony Hall in the Civic Center District. Discover additional details on attending an SF Symphony performance.
Many of SF's bay cruises, Alcatraz tours, and others are running at a smaller capacity. Here are a few to check out this month.
Many of the day trips are also running right now from San Francisco. You can head up to wine country, explore Muir Woods, or spend a few hours in Yosemite. Many of the day trips are also running right now from San Francisco. You can head up to wine country, explore Muir Woods, or spend a few hours in Yosemite. One of the most visited is the Norther...
See More Cherry Blossoms in Bloom at the Japanese Tea Garden
April is the perfect time to visit the Japanese Tea Garden in Golden Gate Park. Toward the beginning on the month, the cherry blossoms begin to bloom and the garden is absolutely beautiful. You will get some of the best photos of this attraction during this time of year. Get in free if you arrive between 9 and 10 am on a Monday, Wednesday, or Friday morning. See additional pics & what it's like to visit the Japanese Tea Garden.
More Things To Do in San Francisco in April
April is a fantastic time to visit the City by the Bay! Now that you've read my recommendations for special events that are happening this month, check out my tips for how to prepare for the April weather, great tours to take at this time of year, restaurants to try, and other fun things to do during your visit. Read about additional things to do in SF in April.
Weather in April
On my "Weather in April" page, you will find tips on what to pack and wear during your stay. You will also find information on average temperatures during the month and a few of my favorite things to do during this season. What to expect from the weather in April.
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Celebrate San Francisco’s cannabis culture at these free events during the first-ever SF Weed Week, sponsored by Sunset Connect. Walking Through Women's History In San Francisco This self-guided tour of women's history will take you through San Francisco's most famous neighborhoods and past our most beloved icons.
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Jul 17, 2023 · Fashioning San Francisco: A Century of Style January 20–August 11, 2024 SAN FRANCISCO — From bohemian styles to elegant evening wear, fashion is a form of personal expression for San Franciscans, inspired by the city’s location on the Pacific Rim and its inclusive mindset. Spanning a century of high fashion and haute couture worn by Bay Area women, the exhibition Fashioning San Francisco ...
Apr 16, 2024 · San Francisco knows spring has sprung when the magnificent saucer-sized pink, white, and magenta magnolias burst into bloom at San Francisco Botanical Garden. Across the city, a busy social calendar also blossoms this spring, including fashion highlights: Dress for Success Gala, SF Ballet Auxiliary Fashion Show, and the Guo Pei exhibition at the Legion of…
When were you first approached about doing the costumes for Frida y Diego? About two years ago, I was invited to one of the early workshops. I have worked with the director, Lorena Maza, before on seven or eight productions and with Jorge Ballina, who did the sets, even more, on 14 or 15 productions, as well as [with] the lighting designer ...
