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Best in SF: Festivals

2013 WhiskyFest

at San Francisco Marriott Marquis

WhiskyFest, the longest-running and best-attended whisky festival in the US, offers you the opportunity to taste more than 300 whiskies from around the world. Learn more about whisky through free… (Whisky Advocate)

Festivals, Scotch Tastings, Tasting Event, Tastings, Upcoming Events, Whiskey


Friday, Sept. 27th in SOMA

Outside Lands 2013

at Golden Gate Park

This year's Outside Lands: like Coachella, but without the heat stroke. The lineup features a diverse collection of classic favorites, current-day festival regulars, and rising local stars. Three-day tickets go… (The Sōsh Concierge)

Concerts, Festivals, Good for Groups, Live Music, Outdoor Activities, Outside Lands, Upcoming Events


Fri-Sun Aug. 9th through Aug. 11th in Golden Gate Park

Doing away with the traditional white-walled tent, the fair instead finds its home in the iconic Phoenix Hotel, a 1960s motor lodge turned rock-n-roll haven in which every room is… (Huffington Post)

Art Galleries, Arts & Entertainment, Cocktail Party, Exhibits, Festivals, Good for a Date, Good for Groups, Upcoming Events


Thu-Sun May 16th through May 19th in Civic Center/Tenderlo…

This marks the 76th year for the beloved (and free!) Stern Grove Festival—and this year's concert series is just as jammed pack with local bands, cultural institutions, and world-renowned artists… (San Francisco Magazine)

Arts & Entertainment, Concerts, Family Fun, Festivals, Free, Good for Groups, Live Music, Outdoor Activities, Parks, People Watching, Performing Arts, Picnics, Shows & Events


Sun June 16th through Aug. 18th in West Portal

For the last 34 years, Carnaval has been a beloved springtime tradition of the Mission. An eight-block celebration, this rambunctious festival features the food, music, dance, and art of Latin… (The Sōsh Concierge)

Festivals, Good for Groups, Parades, Upcoming Events


Sat-Sun May 25th through May 26th in The Mission

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Photo credits: Tamara Polajnar, Outside Lands, ArtPadSF, Stern Grove Festival, David Yu,