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If you believe in a city filled with art, music, and wonder, we'd love your support to help keep San Francisco shining. Visit summerofawe.org to add your support

The Summer of AWE Campaign

This summer, the eyes of the world are on our city. From Pride and the Summer Solstice to major global moments like the World Cup, SF is stepping onto the world stage. We believe the world shouldn't j...

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You're invited to 7X7 From June 21-July 4 forty-nine beams of light will rise above Civic Center Plaza, transforming the heart of the city into a stunning celebration of community, creativity, and connection. Free and open to all. Come walk beneath the lights and see San Francisco Shine.

It's Pride month! 🏳️‍🌈 Who wants to see some 'Gaysers'?

Of 12 public pianos on the Golden Mile, only 1 remains. But we’re not giving up. 🎹 We’re building a more durable, weather-resistant future so the music, and the community, can keep making magic 💛 Support the future of The Golden Mile pianos: crowdfundr.com/GoldenMilePianos

Save the Public Pianos in Golden Gate Park

Help us fund public Play Pianos on the Golden Mile!

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The Bay Lights make their return tonight! Join us on the embarcadero in front of Waterbar for public remarks by Ben Davis, Artist Leo Villareal, and VIP guests. Together we'll countdown to the Grand Relighting! Remarks at ~7:15pm Countdown at ~7:40pm

The Golden Gate Bandshell has become “a symbol of the artistic renaissance that is going on in San Francisco” www.sfexaminer.com/culture/pop-... @illumin8live.bsky.social @illuminatethearts.bsky.social

Free concert series returns to Golden Gate Park

Hundreds of musical acts are coming to Golden Gate Bandshell through mid-November, courtesy of Illuminate Live.

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Our friends at SHACK15 are hosting a benefit and official after-party to celebrate the return of The Bay Lights. ✨Open bar ✨Delectable bites ✨A dancefloor ruled by Goshfather ✨A backdrop of The Bay Lights 🗓️ 3/20 🕖 7-11pm 📍1 Ferry Building Suite 201 🎫 RSVP here: www.eventbrite.com/e/the-bay-li...

The Bay Lights Grand Relighting Celebration & Official After Party

A benefit for arts nonprofit Illuminate, the organization responsible for The Bay Lights. Be there when they shine again, with DJ GOSHFATHER

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🎶Illuminate LIVE returns to the Golden Gate Bandshell for our 6th season🎶 We kick things off this Sunday, March 1 as part of the SF Music Week finale. Find more details here: illuminate.org/2026/02/24/m...

MAYOR LURIE ANNOUNCES NEW SEASON OF FREE LIVE MUSIC IN GOLDEN GATE PARK - City of Awe

As Grand Finale of SF Music Week, Illuminate LIVE Will Open March 1 at Golden Gate Bandshell  Continues Mayor Lurie’s Work to Support Arts, Culture, Entertainment, Drive San Francisco’s Economic Comeb...

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Bay Bridge lights to return next month after nearly 3 years of darkness www.sfchronicle.com/bayarea/arti...

Bay Bridge lights to return next month after nearly 3 years of darkness

The Bay Lights will once again light up the western span of the San Francisco-Oakland Bay Bridge next month.

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On March 20, The Bay Lights return full time to the western span of the San Francisco–Oakland Bay Bridge with a Grand Lighting celebration. Learn more about what's to come: share.google/HGqCaM68R4SY...

The Bay Lights to Return Friday, March 20, 2026 - City of Awe

Photos/Video available here SAN FRANCISCO, CA — February 19, 2026 — Arts nonprofit Illuminate announced today that The Bay Lights — the iconic installation by artist Leo Villareal on the western span ...

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New San Francisco-Bay Bridge lights from Illuminate being tested, just weeks away from full comeback - ABC7 San Francisco share.google/GOSJwHGpEPLo...

New Bay Bridge lights being tested, just weeks away from full comeback

The original Bay Lights went up in 2013, and 10 years later, they went dark due to the cost of maintaining the lights being unsustainable. But this time around, the nonprofit behind the project is ste...

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✨ We have some exciting news to share... Testing of The Bay Lights will be occuring over the coming weeks, starting as early as this week!! There's still more installation ahead before we get to full sparkle, but be on the lookout for some shimmer returning to the Bay 🌉 Artist: Leo Villareal

Mangobus is back at The Bandshell tomorrow for Friday Happy Hour! Grab your friends, your favorite snacks and join us in Golden Gate Park to kick off the weekend! 📍Event Details: Date: Fri 10/10 Time: 4:30-7:30pm Location: Music Concourse in Golden Gate Park Free & All ages! sfrecpark.bsky.social

The Civic Center Soundtrack is back w/ a stellar line up of local musicians! More info: https://loom.ly/zmf1wEI @sfrecpark.bsky.social @sfciviccenter.bsky.social @sfpubliclibrary.bsky.social

📣Volunteers Needed in Golden Gate Park! We're adding some musical touches to The Golden Mile & you can be a part of the magic! If you can use a paintbrush, you are qualified💛Spots available on Thursday Oct. 9 and Friday Oct. 10. Click the link below to sign up for a spot https://loom.ly/euZCOuE

The Civic Center Soundtrack is back w/ a stellar line up of local musicians! More info: https://loom.ly/U7rrgvw @sfrecpark.bsky.social @sfciviccenter.bsky.social @sfpubliclibrary.bsky.social

We’ve got just one show before Golden Gate Park fills with Hardly Strictly Bluegrass this weekend! Catch us Wednesday for an evening of singer/songwriter magic. Get more details at illuminate.org/events sfrecpark.bsky.social

Join us this week in Fulton Plaza for free live music and good energy in the heart of downtown SF. 9/30 Tuesday Lunch Special 12-3pm 12pm – Rebecca Chapa 1pm – Howard Simon 2pm – Lolah 10/2 Thursday Happy Hours 3-6pm 3pm – Maya Bennett 4pm – Alex Walsh 5pm – Vigilis

False Bottom Band is bringing the Friday Happy Hour vibes to The Bandshell with bluegrass, country, blues, and beyond! 📍Event Details: Date: Fri 9/26 Time: 4:30-7:30pm Location: Music Concourse in Golden Gate Park Free & All ages! sfrecpark.bsky.social

Come out to The Bandshell in Golden Gate Park this week and enjoy free live music! All shows are free, all ages, and all are welcome! Get more details at illuminate.org/events sfrecpark.bsky.social

The Civic Center Soundtrack is live, 12-3pm today in Fulton Plaza! 📍Details: https://loom.ly/2QqrSt8 @sfrecpark.bsky.social @sfpubliclibrary.bsky.social @sfciviccenter.bsky.social

Join us in Fulton Plaza for free live music in the heart of downtown SF 9/16 Tue Lunch Special 12-3pm 12pm – Joe Burke 1pm – Allan Wachs 2pm – Michelle Luna 9/18 Thu Happy Hours 3-6pm 3pm – Junior Corrêa 4pm – Steve Egelman 5pm – Matt Logan

It's Friday Happy Hour tomorrow and Thu Ho is back on the Bandshell stage with Fall in Love with Love, featuring Fault Line Trio 📍Event Details: Date: Fri 9/12 Time: 4:30-7:30pm Location: Music Concourse in Golden Gate Park Free & All ages! sfrecpark.bsky.social

The Civic Center Soundtrack is back w/ a stellar line up of local musicians! More info: https://loom.ly/qETt5pQ @sfrecpark.bsky.social @sfciviccenter.bsky.social @sfpubliclibrary.bsky.social

Singer/Songwriter Wednesday is tomorrow! Take a mid-week break w/ 3 local artists at The Bandshell 4pm Nick Michels 5pm Michael Vincent and U No Who 6pm Sammy Patrick 📍Event Details: Date: Wed 9/10 Time: 4-7pm Location: Music Concourse in Golden Gate Park Free & All ages! sfrecpark.bsky.social

The Civic Center Soundtrack is live today at Fulton Plaza! 📍Details: https://loom.ly/je6o3uU @sfrecpark.bsky.social @sfpubliclibrary.bsky.social @sfciviccenter.bsky.social

The Civic Center Soundtrack is back w/ a stellar line up of local musicians! More info: https://loom.ly/hLQStuM @sfrecpark.bsky.social @sfciviccenter.bsky.social @sfpubliclibrary.bsky.social

The Civic Center Soundtrack is live today at Fulton Plaza! 📍Details: https://loom.ly/phqDQxA @sfrecpark.bsky.social @sfpubliclibrary.bsky.social @sfciviccenter.bsky.social

The Bandshell lineup is stacked this week. All shows are free, all ages, and all are welcome! Get more details at illuminate.org/events sfrecpark.bsky.social