Hotel Nikko San Francisco Blog

Immerse yourself in the festive spirit of the holidays at a live show in San Francisco. From joyful music concerts and symphony performances to comedy acts and theater, discover a diverse array of holiday shows this month.

From horse-drawn carriage rides to holiday lights and elves, jugglers, and Santa - the 27th Annual Union Street Fantasy of Lights transforms the neighborhood of Cow Hollow into a winter wonderland. Enjoy the festivities tomorrow, December 2.

Apple and cinnamon pancakes. Avocado toast with pork belly. Crispy skin salmon. Treat yourself to the perfect start to the week at ANZU's Sunday Brunch. Enjoy traditional Japanese delights and American classics on the buffet or à la carte.

Experience arias al fresco this Sunday, September 10 at Opera in the Park. Celebrate the opening of San Francisco's 95th season with a free opera performance at Sharon Meadow in Golden Gate Park.

Celebrate the cocoa bean in all its forms this September 9-10 at the Ghirardelli Chocolate Festival in San Francisco. This delicious event features gourmet chocolate sampling, chocolate classes, chef demos, and an ice cream eating contest.

Caviar. Foie gras. Champagne. There's no shortage of food festivals in San Francisco - but Eat Drink SF is on another level. This August 24-27, experience the Bay Area's premier food, wine, and spirits festival at Fort Mason Center.

Pier 35 hosts the Bay Area Brew Festival this Saturday, August 19th - a heady celebration of craft beer culture that features food trucks and more than 70 breweries. VIP tickets include specialty pours and early admission.

Situated right in the middle of San Francisco between the Castro and the Mission District, Noe Valley is a unique, upscale neighborhood known for excellent restaurants and shops. Explore it during the Noe Valley Wine Walk this August 17.

Discover the true flavor of the charming Polk Street neighborhood this Thursday, August 10 at the Polk Street Summer Wine Walk. Pick up your glass and a map and stroll along a charming shopping area and enjoy wine samples and special treats.

Come out and enjoy the beautiful summer weather at Film Night in the Park. Locals flock to outdoor movies this season to watch hit films after dark. See "Footloose" on August 5 and "La La Land" on August 26, plus additional movies this September.