San Francisco
Festivals and Events in February

There's always something to do in the month of February. Check out our top picks for festivals and events in San Francisco.

All dates and locations are subject to change and should be confirmed with sponsors before making travel plans.

SOMA Nights

SOMA Nights is a lively monthly festival transforming Folsom Street (between 6th and 12th streets) into a vibrant hub of art, food, and culture. From 7th to 8th Street, explore alleys and storefronts, live music, performances, delicious food, and unique pop-ups. As the night unfolds, 9th to 12th Streets comes alive with energetic clubs, keeping the party going after hours.

NBA All-Star Weekend

NBA All-Star Weekend 2025, hosted in San Francisco, will showcase the league’s top talent with events like the Slam Dunk Contest, Three-Point Shootout, and the All-Star Game. Events will be happening beyond Chase Center, all over the city. From concerts to contests to parties and more, this is going be an epic weekend for sports fans.

Chinese New Year Parade

The Alaska Airlines Chinese New Year Parade will usher in the Year of the Snake on Saturday, February 15. Line up along the parade route downtown to see performers, lion dancers, and more in a night of joyful celebration.

San Francisco Independent Film Festival

SF IndieFest screens the best of independent films and videos from the Bay Area and beyond.

Kaiser Permanente San Francisco Half Marathon & 5K

Golden Gate Park

The Kaiser Permanente San Francisco Half Marathon & 5K is one of the most scenic half marathons ever features a course throughout Golden Gate Park and along the Pacific Ocean with both starts and finishes together in the park.

San Francisco Beer Week

Local craft beer legacy and culture are celebrated at San Francisco Beer Week with hundreds of events including beer dinners, cheese and beer pairing events, meet the brewer evenings, demonstrations, music and films from Monterey to Sacramento and beyond.

Tulipmania Festival

PIER 39

Thousands of brilliantly colored tulips from all over the world are coupled with free, guided tours at the Tulipmania Festival.

Mostly British Film Festival

Vogue Theater

The Mostly British Film Festival is a week-long film fest that spotlights works from the U.K., Ireland, Australia, India, New Zealand and South Africa.

San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition

Fort Mason Center

More than 5,000 wine lovers converge to enjoy breathtaking views of the Golden Gate Bridge, outstanding food, conversations and a bit of education at the San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition, as they peruse samples from more than 800 wineries.

San Francisco City Golf Championship

TPC Harding Park

The oldest consecutively played amateur, match play, golf tournament, the San Francisco City Golf Championship offers men’s, women’s and men’s senior championship flights as well as men’s and women’s open division flights; semi-final and final matches at TPC Harding Golf Course.

Noise Pop

San Francisco’s premier independent music, film and art festival, Noise Pop, is a full-scale cultural event, including gallery art shows, a music-themed film festival, an indie-designer trunk sale and educational panels.

Free Programs in Union Square Plaza

Every week, you can enjoy a variety of free activities in the middle of Union Square. From chess lessons and live music to crafting activities and juggling demonstrations, these programs are perfect for visitors of all ages. Be sure to stop by every second Saturday for special cultural activities, showcasing the diversity of San Francisco.

Japantenna

To showcase the 47 distinct prefectures of Japan, Japantenna brings cultural experiences and handicrafts directly from Japan to weekend pop-up exhibits in San Francisco Japantown. Don't forget to stop by and visit Myaku Myaku, the official mascot of the Osaka Expo. February 28 - March 2.