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Civic Center Soundtrack | August 5 - City of Awe

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San Francisco Recreation & Park Department @sfrecpark.bsky.social · Aug 7

We're excited to share that the renovation project at Kimbell Playground (1901 Geary Boulevard) has been completed. As part of the project, the synthetic turf on these fields was replaced after 14 years of use.

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Friends of Sunset Dunes @sunsetdunes.org · Aug 6

The wind in your fur, the smell of treats in the air! Join us on Saturday, September 6 at Judah for the Dogon’ Bike Ride!
Bring your dog in a bag, basket, bucket, and your bike to ride along.
Details & RSVP at lu.ma/dogonbike

Dogon' bike ride- sunset dunes park & judah. Ride your bike with your dog in a basket, bag, bucket etc! 11-2pm. Dog resources, activities, adoptions & more! 12pm Bike ride start (helmets required)

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Illuminate LIVE @illumin8live.bsky.social · Aug 5

The Civic Center Soundtrack is live today at Fulton Plaza!
📍Details: https://loom.ly/pta_ows

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Take a long lunch and enjoy free live local music in downtown San Francisco. Set Times:12:00 pm – Anna Karney1:00 pm – Dwayne Jarrell2:00 pm – Kevin Coffey

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San Francisco Recreation & Park Department @sfrecpark.bsky.social · Aug 4

Many of these events take place in our parks, including Mission Playground, Mission Bay Kids Park, Minnie & Lovie Ward Rec Center, JFK Promenade & the Panhandle! For more information, including the full list of block parties, click here: tinyurl.com/3wnvcsea

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San Francisco Recreation & Park Department @sfrecpark.bsky.social · Aug 4

Join the SF Police Department for its National Night Out on Tuesday, 8/5. This annual community-building campaign promotes partnerships & comradery w/ the goal of creating safer & stronger neighborhoods. Come out for block parties that feature music, cookouts, contests, family activities, & more.

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San Francisco Recreation & Park Department @sfrecpark.bsky.social · Aug 2

The finals will be held today, 8/2 from noon-3PM at Mission Creek Park North (416 Berry Street), where there will also be a DJ, free raffles, giveaways, haircuts & family-friendly fun. For more information, click here: tinyurl.com/mut958kf

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San Francisco Recreation & Park Department @sfrecpark.bsky.social · Aug 2

Join India Basin Waterfront Park & community partners for the Hoop 4 Peace basketball tournament—a month-long series promoting peace & unity across neighborhoods. This exciting 3-on-3 tournament features youth & adult teams from across the city competing for a $2,000 grand prize.

Grateful Dead Rose Commemorates Band’s 60th Anniversary

San Francisco Recreation & Park Department @sfrecpark.bsky.social · Aug 2

The idea for the Grateful Dead rose began when Wendy Weir, sister of founding member Bob Weir, approached JBWA w/ the vision to create a rose in honor of the band. The Rose Garden is located along the car-free JFK Promenade near 14th Avenue. Details here: tinyurl.com/3ebz55mw

Specially bred rose finds a home in Golden Gate Park’s historic Rose Garden.

San Francisco Recreation & Park Department @sfrecpark.bsky.social · Aug 2

Roses hold special meaning in Grateful Dead lore, often appearing in the band’s lyrics, album covers, & iconography. Rec & Park gardeners planted the roses Friday morning, ensuring optimal growing conditions in their new home.

San Francisco Recreation & Park Department @sfrecpark.bsky.social · Aug 2

8 newly developed ‘Grateful Dead’ hybrid tea roses have been planted in the front right bed of the garden. Vibrant, fragrant, & deep red in color, the roses were bred by JB Williams & Associates (JBWA), a renowned third-generation rose breeding family based in Maryland.

Golden Gate Park Concerts presents a groundbreaking new outdoor, live music experience in Golden Gate Park, brought to you by Another Planet Entertainment.

San Francisco Recreation & Park Department @sfrecpark.bsky.social · Aug 2

As the Grateful Dead’s 60th anniversary is celebrated citywide this weekend—w/ festivities including the sold-out Dead & Company shows at Golden Gate Park’s Polo Field—Rec & Park has paid tribute to the band’s legacy w/ a special rose planting in Golden Gate Park’s Rose Garden.

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San Francisco Recreation & Park Department @sfrecpark.bsky.social · Aug 1

For more information about the shows, including things to know before you go, transportation information, road closures & more, click here: tinyurl.com/3x3u3t4s

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San Francisco Recreation & Park Department @sfrecpark.bsky.social · Aug 1

This anniversary event is a homecoming for the band & honors its deep roots in the city & the park’s storied role as a stage for musical & social revolution.

(Photo Credit: Greg Gaar Music Collection Grateful Dead via Open SF History)

San Francisco Recreation & Park Department @sfrecpark.bsky.social · Aug 1

Emerging from the Haight-Ashbury scene in the mid-1960s, the Dead helped define the sound & spirit of the counterculture movement. Their shows in the park were often alongside fellow pioneers like Jefferson Airplane & Janis Joplin & became touchstones of SF’s cultural legacy.

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San Francisco Recreation & Park Department @sfrecpark.bsky.social · Aug 1

San Francisco’s iconic Dead & Company celebrates 60 years of the Grateful Dead’s music with three days of concerts in Golden Gate Park this weekend, the same place where their journey began.

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San Francisco Recreation & Park Department @sfrecpark.bsky.social · Aug 1

We will also be celebrating the life & legacy of John "Iesha" Ena, who spent more than 20 years of her life serving & uplifting the Samoan community. She will be honored w/ a Samoan Dance from the Samoan Community Development Center. Details at ibwaterfrontpark.com.

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San Francisco Recreation & Park Department @sfrecpark.bsky.social · Aug 1

Kick off August at India Basin Waterfront Park (900 Innes Avenue) on 8/2 w/ the First Saturday at the Waterfront Family Day. It takes place from noon-4PM & features live music, kids’ activities, free boat rides & haircuts, & more!

Details for the 2025 NPSL National Championship Announced

San Francisco Recreation & Park Department @sfrecpark.bsky.social · Aug 1

Emerging from the Haight-Ashbury scene in the mid-1960s, the Dead helped define the sound & spirit of the counterculture movement. Their shows in the park were often alongside fellow pioneers like Jefferson Airplane & Janis Joplin & became touchstones of SF's cultural legacy.

San Francisco Recreation & Park Department @sfrecpark.bsky.social · Aug 1

Come cheer on the home team as they defend their championship belt! For more information, click here: tinyurl.com/4f4kcteu

The Whale's Tail | August 3 - City of Awe

San Francisco Recreation & Park Department @sfrecpark.bsky.social · Aug 1

El Farolito Soccer Club has punched its ticket to the National Premier Soccer League championship game! The team will face Hickory FC at Kezar Stadium (670 Kezar Drive) on Saturday, 8/2 at 5PM. Admission is free, so fans & supporters can enjoy the beautiful game.

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Illuminate LIVE @illumin8live.bsky.social · Aug 1

📣The 'grate' weekend continues Sunday at The Whale's Tail
We'll start w/ free yoga, followed by cold drinks and groovy tunes

Set Times:
Dan Dectis & Friends – 12:15 & 1:30pm
The Alleylots – 2:45 & 4:00pm

📍Details: https://loom.ly/Eop_BLc
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We’re joining in on the Dead & Co. fun with a special themed day at The Whale’s Day. Start your Sunday with FREE Yoga in the Park with Elisha St. Denis at 11am! Swing by, stretch out, and stay to enjoy the afternoon in the park! Snag your FREE RSVP for yoga here. After yoga, pull together …

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San Francisco Recreation & Park Department @sfrecpark.bsky.social · Aug 1

It will be followed by the EMPIRE 15 Concert on Saturday, 9/13 at Civic Center Plaza—including breakout superstar Shaboozey, global phenom Fireboy DML & rising artist Red Leather, w/ more to be announced.

San Francisco Recreation & Park Department @sfrecpark.bsky.social · Aug 1

The first is the debut of Poolside’s Daytime Disco, a new branded party from the recording project of producer, songwriter & multi-instrumentalist Jeffrey Paradise on Sunday, 9/7 in Union Square.

San Francisco Recreation & Park Department @sfrecpark.bsky.social · Aug 1

We're excited to share the last two free downtown concerts of 2025 in our parks! Another Planet Entertainment in partnership w/ @sfgov.sf.gov & Rec & Park is closing out its 2025 season w/ two special events! Details here: tinyurl.com/49th9ejf