Hotel Nikko San Francisco Blog

Through the generosity of philanthropist and banjo fan Warren Hellman, who passed in 2011, Hardly Strictly Bluegrass has become a San Francisco treasure-a totally free concert weekend held in Golden Gate Park that celebrates the joy music brings.

Race along the San Francisco Bay during this exciting festival that draws teams from all over the world. Featuring all levels of competition, this is a family-friendly event on Treasure Island with live entertainment, local food and lots of fun.

With thousands of attendees and Silicon Valley leaders, Dreamforce 2015 at the Moscone Center is the world's most important cloud computing conference. This annual Salesforce event features over 1,500 sessions and a live concert by The Foo Fighters.

Celebrate the 93rd year of the fabulous San Francisco Opera as they open their season on September 11, 2015 with a spectacular gala. This unforgettable black-tie event includes an elegant reception and a beautiful performance of Verdi's Luisa Miller.

On August 19 cabaret superstar Leanne Borghesi takes the stage for a special one-night only show. Listen to the lovely sounds of Broadway, jazz and Latin tunes as you sip a specialty cocktail in the intimate atmosphere of Feinstein's at Hotel Nikko.

From August 18 to 20 at the Moscone Center in San Francisco, the world's technology leaders will converge to shape the future of the industry. Hosted by Intel, this incredible conference is a rare chance to experience emerging technologies up close.

Featuring the very best in current and classic Japanese cinema, the Japantown Film Festival runs in San Francisco from August 7 to 16. Get your tickets now to enjoy special guest appearances and an incredible opening night at the Castro Theatre.

We want to see and share your photos of the tasty food and drink at Restaurant ANZU. Share on Instagram Jul 29 - Aug 19. Weekly winners of gift cards and a grand prize weekend getaway. Make a reservation at restaurant ANZU to join the fun!

Mark your calendars for August 1 and 2 when the 42nd annual Nihonmachi Street Fair kicks off in San Francisco. Celebrating Asian-Pacific culture through food, music and art, this Japantown event attracts thousands of people for two days of fun.

No matter your business, registered buyers at this seasonal trade show enjoy access to thousands of regional purveyors, specializing in everything from outdoor living and home décor, to gourmet food, fine wine, and California craft beer.