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International Dragon Boat Festival – September 14-15, 2013

Come join spectators and competitors for a weekend of world-class dragon boat racing, spectacular cultural performances, and fun-filled activities for the whole family at the largest competitive dragon boat festival in the United States. This year, the Kaiser Permanente San Francisco International Dragon Boat Festival has over 130 dragon boat teams and 3,500 dragon boat paddlers racing in the 300 and 500 meter courses. Dragon boat teams range from novice to competitive skill level. Novice teams represent local Bay Area corporations, public agencies and non-profit community. Recreational and competitive teams practice year-round and hail from all over the United States, Canada and the Netherlands. This year’s championship race is going to be one of the fiercest battle for victory to date!

In addition to the exciting dragon boat racing, the Festival features many fun cultural activities: an entertainment stage with live dance and music performances, the Dragon Land children’s activity pavillion and a variety of food, arts & crafts and other vendors.

September 14th and 15th, 2013
Festival hours are 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM PST
Racing is from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM PST
Treasure Island, San Francisco
No admission fee

For more information go to www.sfdragonboat.com/

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Ghirardelli Chocolate Festival – September 14-15, 2013

Ghirardelli Chocolate Company is excited to invite you to the 18th annual, two-day chocolate celebration that has transformed into a true San Francisco staple. Over 30 vendors generously donate sample-sized portions of their products to help raise money for Project Open Hand, a fundraising organization that provides “meals with love” to people living with serious illnesses and to seniors in San Francisco and Alameda County.

With such a significantly historical part of our heritage beautifully located in the heart of San Francisco’s waterfront, it makes perfect sense to throw a chocolate festival where it all began. Festival goers have the chance to experience the latest chocolate trends all while surrounding themselves in the rich history of America’s longest operating chocolate company. The Ghirardelli Chocolate Festival started in 1996, and has been a hit every year since. Due to the overwhelming success, the festival has extend down to Beach Street and not only occupies the Plaza in the Square, but a full San Francisco block.

September 14th and 15th, 2013
Ghirardelli Square, San Francisco
Advance online tickets: $20 for 15 sample tickets
At the door: $25 for 15 sample tickets
General events are at no charge

For more information go to www.ghirardelli.com/chocolatefestival/

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America’s Cup Finals

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4/08/2012, San Francisco (USA,CA), 34th America’s Cup, America’s Cup World Series San Francisco 2012 August, Race Day 3
Photographer : Gilles Martin-Raget

September 7th through 21st, 2013, San Francisco

The 34th America’s Cup brings the competition for the oldest trophy in international sport back to the United States for the first time in 18 years. And it does so in style, with exciting new boats, a new format for the racing, and television and web coverage that takes the viewer into the racing as never before. There are two new classes of boats; both will be more powerful, more demanding of the crews and faster than anything seen at the America’s Cup to date.

Bringing the racing to the people is a new priority. Newly added near-shore race courses are sure to thrill those on site. Upon reaching its zenith in San Francisco, the host city of the 34th America’s Cup, the spectacular natural amphitheater of San Francisco Bay will be a glorious setting for this historic and much-anticipated race finale.

For more information go to www.americascup.com

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Outside Lands Festival TBA

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The Outside Lands Music & Arts Festival takes place on August 9th through 11th with dozens of bands and attractions. From singer-songwriters to DJs, jazz acts and cutting edge rock bands, all major music movements are celebrated alongside a host of local musicians, food vendors and visual artists representing San Francisco’s vibrant cultural community.

This green-conscious event directly benefits the San Francisco Recreation & Park Department with a special annual donation. The Outside Lands Festival is become one of the ultimate summer destinations for live music, food and wine fans. The fact that it takes place in the great city of San Francisco ensures an unparalleled entertainment experience. Come on out and join the fun!

August 9th through 11th
Golden Gate Park, San Francisco
General admission tickets

For more information go to www.sfoutsidelands.com

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SF Jewish Film Festival – July 25 – August 12, 2013

The San Francisco Jewish Film Festival, the world’s first and largest Jewish film festival, takes place in San Francisco and three other Bay Area cities in late July and early August, drawing an audience of approximately 30,000 people. Founded in 1980, SFJFF uses film and media arts to foster cultural understanding. The festival presents a variety of film as well as vigorous panels about Jewish history, culture and identity. The mission is to promote awareness and diversity of the Jewish people, provide a dynamic and inclusive forum for the exploration and dialogue about the Jewish experience and encourage independent filmmakers working with Jewish themes.

The 33nd Festival will be held July 25th through August 12, 2013. Festival guests can enjoy the cultural richness of the Festival and of San Francisco as well as lively discussions from the audiences. Befitting the region, the Festival draws an unusually diverse audience and welcomes affiliated Jews, those who may not otherwise seek out more traditional forms of Jewish participation and non-Jews alike. Audience, whether secular, religious or non-Jewish proudly refer to the festival as “the Bay Area’s favorite Jewish holiday.”

July 25th through August 12, 2013
San Francisco, Berkeley, Oakland, Piedmont, Palo Alto and San Rafael
General admission tickets are $12 per showing and include only a seat in the theatre. Parties, special programs and events all have their own admission. All-Festival Passes are $225.

For more information go to www.sfjff.org/

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SF AIDS Walk TBA

The 27th annual, 10K AIDS Walk in San Francisco will take place on July 14th, 2013. Benefitting San Francisco AIDS Foundation and HIV/AIDS programs and services throughout the Bay Area, this event has raised over $77 million during its history. Last year alone, participants and sponsors raised $2.7 million to support education, advocacy and direct services for prevention and care in communities most vulnerable to the disease. The money is distributed among Bay Area groups that provide no-cost health screenings, sterile needle exchanges and advocates to help find housing, support groups and health care for those with HIV or AIDS.

Over the past 25 years, AIDS Walk San Francisco has inspired thousands of people to walk, millions to donate and enables organization to provide prevention, care and advocacy programs for the thousands of men, women and children living with HIV/AIDS. In addition, funding is used to battle the stigma and pursue the mission of radically reducing new infections in San Francisco with the help of the compassionate San Francisco community.

July 14th, 2013

For more information go to www.aidswalk.net/sanfran/

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Pier 39 Waterfront Celebration – July 4, 2013

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Thursday, July 4th, 2013, at Pier 39, the City of San Francisco will treat spectators to an elaborate fireworks display over the San Francisco Bay. More than 10,000 fireworks are set off from the foot of the Municipal Pier and from barges north of Pier 39, affording an amazing 360-degree Bay view replete with the thunder and thrill of Independence Day pride.

Pier 39 celebrates Independence Day with fun for the whole family. Spend the day rocking out to live bands in the Pier’s Entrance Plaza, watch for sea lions, enjoy the street performers and browse local shops and eateries. Family friendly and free to attend, Pier 39’s Independence Day Celebration is a full-day festival with a truly grand finale. Fireworks start at 9:30 PM.

Thursday, July 4th, 2013 – All day. Fireworks start at 9:30 PM PST
Pier 39 and The Embarcadero
Free to attend

For more information go to www.pier39.com/

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SF Pride Celebration – June 29 – 30, 2013

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The San Francisco Pride Celebration has been said to be “one of the last remaining pride events that can truly be called a rite of passage.” This grand event happens on June 29th and 30th, 2013, in downtown San Francisco in Civic Center at the foot of San Francisco’s historic City Hall where Harvey Milk once stood and addressed Pride-goers more than 30 years ago. With over 200 parade contingents, 300 exhibitors and more than 20 stages and venues, the San Francisco LGBT Pride Celebration and Parade is the largest LGBT gathering in the nation. The Celebration at Civic Center is host to the Main Stage which has showcased such incredible acts as Lady Gaga, the Backstreet Boys, Solange Knowles, the Cliks, Margaret Cho, Kat DeLuna, Inaya Day, Crystal Waters and Big Freedia, among others.

This year’s event theme is “Embrace, Encourage, Empower” as selected by Pride’s Membership at the Annual General Meeting on September 9, 2012. San Francisco Pride is committed to maintaining an event that is accessible to people of all economic backgrounds, so attendance is free. Donations are encouraged, so take a stand for Pride by donating as generously as you can at the event gates. Pride requests a minimum donation of $5 to provide crucial support to this important community event.

Saturday, June 29th from Noon to 6:00 PM PST in San Francisco’s Civic Center*
Sunday, June 30th from 11:00 AM to 6:30 PM PST, SF Civic Center*
Between Van Ness Avenue and Leavenworth Street, Turk and Hayes Streets
Free to the public, donations appreciated.

For more information go to www.sfpride.org/

*Times and map are subject to change.