Celebrate your freedom this 4th of July in San Francisco and spend the holiday weekend enjoying festive events and fun attractions. Discover our top picks for things to do, including the highlight of the holiday: fireworks over the San Francisco Bay.

One of the largest LGBTQ gatherings in the world, the San Francisco Pride Parade & Festival features live music, hundreds of vendors, gourmet street cuisine, and dancing in the streets. This year's party takes place June 24 and 25.

San Francisco Events - North Beach Festival & Summer Street Fair

Show Dad just how special he is with a Father's Day getaway to San Francisco. From beer cruises and comedy shows to artisan eats and Oakland A's baseball games, plan a fun-filled weekend in the city and treat Dad to a true adventure.

Attracting World Champions and Olympic Medalists from across the globe, San Francisco's Escape from Alcatraz Triathlon is one of the most challenging races of the year. Watch the elite athletes compete in the race on Sunday, June 11.

Featuring 43 concerts spread over a two-week period, the San Francisco Jazz Festival keeps the summer sizzling in the Bay Area. Enjoy concerts from June 6-18 at the SFJazz Center, Herbst Theatre and Davies Symphony Hall.

Unfolding over the course of eleven days between May 25 and June 4, the San Francisco International Arts Festival at Fort Mason features over 100 performances. Celebrate the arts with live theater, dancing, music, and a gallery exhibition.

Memorial Day is just three weeks away. Where will you be when the summer unofficially begins? Take advantage of the long holiday weekend by planning a city break to San Francisco, and enjoy shows, yacht parties, parades, and festivals.

San Francisco hosts a plethora of running competitions - but the annual Bay to Breakers race is one of the city's quintessential events. Discover why our newly renovated hotel is the perfect home base for athletes and their friends and family.

Beautiful Ghirardelli Square is the setting for the Uncorked Wine Festival, a fun tasting event featuring food trucks, cooking demonstrations, and live entertainment all afternoon. Sample popular wines and discover rare vintages at this May 13 event.