03/07/2026
☀️ THE MARCH & APRIL 2026 PLAYBOOK 🐎 ☘️ 🐰
Spring in the city is officially here, and the calendar is packed! From the historic return of the Bay Bridge lights to the 175th St. Patrick’s Day celebration, there is something for everyone. Save this post and start planning your SF weekends! 🏙️✨
🗓️ KEY EVENTS & PARADES
March 14: ☘️ 175th St. Patrick’s Day Parade (11:30 AM) – A massive celebration of Irish heritage at Civic Center.
March 14: ⚾ SF Giants Fanfest – Meet the players and tour Oracle Park for free!
March 19–22: 🏀 March Madness – Catch the hoops action at Marina District favorites like The Final Final or Blue Light.
March 20: ✨ Bay Bridge Lighting Ceremony – After 3 years, the Bay Lights are BACK! Join the ceremony on the Embarcadero.
March 21: 🌷 Union Square Tulip Day – Pick a free bouquet of 8 tulips from a display of 80,000 flowers!
March 28: 🥚 Canvas Church Egg Hunt – 8,000 hidden eggs near the Presidio.
🐰 EASTER SUNDAY (APRIL 5)
Sunrise Service: 6:30 AM at Mt. Davidson Park. A 103-year-old tradition with panoramic views. 🌅
Union Street Spring Celebration: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Parade, Easter Bonnets, and festive fun in the Marina!
Dolores Park: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM. Kids' egg hunts followed by the famous "Hunky Jesus" contest.
🌸 APRIL HIGHLIGHTS
April 11-12 & 18-19: Cherry Blossom Festival – Food and culture in Japantown (Grand Parade on April 19).
April 12: 🏎️ Bring Your Own Big Wheel – Adults racing plastic trikes down Potrero Hill’s curves!
April 26: ⛵ Opening Day on the Bay – The official start of boating season.
🎭 LIVE PERFORMANCES & THEATRE
Club Fugazi: "Dear San Francisco" – An incredible acrobatic tribute to the city.
Presidio Theatre: Featuring Paul Taylor Dance Co. (Mar 20) and Cirque Mechanics (Mar 21-22).
Palace of Fine Arts: Catch Frankie Quinones (Mar 14/21) or the Grand Kyiv Ballet (Mar 26).
😋 LOCAL EATS
Staying nearby? Don't forget:
🍳 Home Plate: Show your key for 10% off!
🍕 Rose’s Cafe: For the famous breakfast pizza.
🍹 Palm House: Tropical cocktails and Easter brunch.
📍 Which event are you most excited for? Let us know in the comments! 👇
