San FranciscoFestivals 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.
NBA All-Star Weekend
NBA All-Star Weekend 2025Opens in new window, 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 IndieFestOpens in new window 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 & 5KOpens in new window 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 WeekOpens in new window 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 FestivalOpens in new window.
Mostly British Film Festival
Vogue Theater
The Mostly British Film FestivalOpens in new window 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 CompetitionOpens in new window, 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 ChampionshipOpens in new window 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 PopOpens in new window, 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 activitiesOpens in new window 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, JapantennaOpens in new window 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.
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