Looking for things to do in San Francisco this Spring? We have some ideas! If these annual events are not yet on your radar, we encourage you to save the dates and plan to go. There are so many wonderful things to do in San Francisco and around the Bay Area and occasionally we will highlight ones we think you would like to hear about.
MARCH – Things To Do in San Francisco
Chinese New Year’s Treasure Hunt – Saturday, March 7, 2015
Justin Herman Plaza, 415-564-9400
www.sftreasurehunts.com
Largest and most popular treasure hunt of its kind in the United States; inventive clues and unique, little-known treasure spots draw thousands of spirited participants who return year after year for this fun-filled event.
San Francisco International Chocolate Salon – Sunday, March 15, 2015
Festival Pavilion, Fort Mason Center
Hankering for chocolate? This is just about the tastiest of things to do in San Francisco! Indulge in artisan, gourmet and premium chocolate – yum! Over 50 chocolatiers and confectioners. Non-chocolate exhibitors and artisans too… yes there will also be wine! Visit the Chocolate Salon website.
Dance Anywhere – Friday, March 27, 2015 at 12 noon PST – 3pm in NYC, 8pm in Paris & Rome… simultaneously around the world! What if the world stopped to dance? If you are looking for things to do in San Francisco, Dance Anywhere is a worldwide public art performance everyone around the world, is encouraged to take a moment… at NOON on 3/27/15 and DANCE! Will you join us?
Dance Anywhere – An Introduction
APRIL – Things To Do in San Francisco
Spring Book Sale – Wednesday – Sunday, April 1-5, 2015
Fort Mason Center, Festival Pavilion
Call 415-626-7500
The Spring Sale is sponsored by the friends of the San Francisco Public Library. If media is your thing, come shop from 250,000 books, DVDs, CDs, books on tape, vinyl and other forms of media. When we find things to do in San Francisco that support the San Francisco Public Library’s education programs and help them promote literacy for children, teens and adults it reminds us why we love living here! Visit the website for Friends of the SF Public Library.
Cherry Blossom Festival – Saturday & Sunday, April 11-12 and 18-19, 2015
Civic Center and Japantown – Call 415-563-2313
If you have yet to go, this annual festival is a prominent celebration of Asian traditions and it is right here in our own back yard. One weekend is not enough to contain all the performances, crafts, food, martial arts and exhibitions – so there are TWO! The parade on Sunday, April 20th starts at the Civic Center at 1pm and continues to Japantown, where it ends at 3pm. Visit the website for more information.
Spring Open Studios – Saturday & Sunday, April 25-26, 2015
Hunters Point Shipyard – Call 415-822-0922 www.shipyardartists.com/open-studios/
Have you been? Art lovers will enjoy the Spring Open Studios at Hunters Point. This is known as “one of America’s most art-centric neighborhoods.” It is an annual glimpse into the working studios of many of the areas fine artists. And yes, as far as things to do in San Francisco, with this event you get Window-shopping and Shopping-shopping. Both are encouraged!
MAY – Things To Do in San Francisco
Plant-lovers be advised – this is YOUR weekend! Friday, May 1st and Saturday, May 2nd 2015. And if things to do in San Francisco include making your garden the talk of the block, come find the just the right plant from over 2500 different choices. From the exotic and rare to the humble stunner! “This sale has it all – succulents, ferns, orchids, natives, alpines, rhododendrons, perennials, houseplants, shrubs and trees! Plus, a special silent auction to include rare and exotic plants.” You would have a tough, if not impossible time finding many of these plants via area plant sales or nurseries. Proceeds support San Francisco Botanical Garden volunteers, nursery, curatorial and education staff.
Members Preview Sale – Friday, May 1, 2015, 5–8pm
Valet parking available, 3:30–8:30pm
SF County Fair Building
Call (415) 661-1316, ext. 301
Preview Reception – Friday, May 1, 2015, 4–5pm
Wine and small bites. Reception is for Garden Lover Members ($125) and above.
Recreation Room, County Fair Building
RSVP online to attend
Annual Spring Plant Sale – Public Sale – Saturday, May 2, 2015 10am–2pm
SF County Fair Building
Call (415) 661-1316
As we find more things to do in the Bay Area, we will let you know!
Pamela Culp
