Events
Something for Everyone
From tree and menorah lightings to photo opportunities with Santa. Come celebrate MerryTime at the Wharf!
PIER 39 is spreading Holiday cheer on San Francisco’s Waterfront! The PIER is unwrapping a new, nightly tree lighting show on its 60’ Christmas tree at the top of each hour from 5 -10pm, November 21, 2018 through January 1, 2019.
The Fisherman's Wharf Community Benefit District and the St. Francis Yacht Club will join once again to present the oldest and largest lighted holiday boat parade on San Francisco Bay.
La Madonna del Lume Society joyfully invites you to La Festa di Santa Lucia to celebrate with an evening of Christmas caroling. Enjoy festive song, merriment, Christmas cookies, and refreshments at the Fishermen's & Seamen's Memorial Chapel, Pier 45 B Fisherman's Wharf, San Francisco, CA.
A new dining experience at Ghirardelli Square! Enjoy a 3-course evening of San Francisco-inspired food and drink provided by Ghirardelli Chocolate Marketplace, San Francisco Brewing Co., and The Cheese School of San Francisco.
At the Winter Wine Pour, stroll The PIER and stop by participating businesses to enjoy wine tastings featuring wine from the Livermore Valley Wine County.
We’ll be celebrating the season with carolers, Mr. Claus, snow, music by Kevin Toqe Music, Delphi Freeman and more fun festivities in the Square.
Join PIER 39 for Premiere Night, Tuesday, November 20th from 5-7pm, as they debut their new, nightly tree lighting show. Synchronized to Holiday music, the 60’ tree transforms into a kaleidoscope of swirling color, adorned with thousands of specialty lights and ornaments.
The Veterans Day Parade will again be held at Fisherman’s Wharf on Sunday, November 11, 2018, starting at 11 a.m. This year, the parade will be a historic event because it is the 100th Anniversary of the ending of World War One, which ended on November 11, 1918, on the eleventh hour, of the eleventh day of the eleventh month. Because of the importance of this historic event, the United States has made this a National Centennial Commemoration.
Wharf Fest, a free Fisherman’s Wharf festival, returns to San Francisco’s iconic neighborhood for the sixth year.
The oldest civic parade in San Francisco comes to the Wharf on Sunday, October 7, 2018. San Francisco’s Italian-American Community celebrates its 149th Italian Heritage Parade, featuring Italian and Italian-American dignitaries, music, performances, floats and representatives of Italian and Italian-American organizations and businesses.
The Fisherman's Wharf CBD is a sponsor of Fleet Week in San Francisco; a fun-filled week where we can give thanks to the men and women who tirelessly serve our nation. The celebration includes a parade of ships along the Bay, an air show featuring the blue angels, ship tours and live entertainment throughout Fisherman's Wharf and San Francisco.
Movies on the Pier is a film series presented by the San Francisco Maritime National Park Association. Films are presented free of charge on a giant screen in The Triangle at Pier 45. The August movie presentation is The Princess Bride.
Grab your blankets and head to PIER 39 on Friday, August 24th for Outdoor Movie Night, featuring the film, “School of Rock. Before the show, don’t forget to grab a bite to eat at one of our 14 full-service restaurants.
Enjoy San Francisco Maritime National Historical Park’s Festival of the Sea on Saturday, August 18, 2018.
Movies on the Pier is a film series presented by the San Francisco Maritime National Park Association. Films are presented free of charge on a giant screen in The Triangle at Pier 45. July’s movie presentation is Down Periscope.
Come spend the day in the Fisherman's Wharf District at PIER 39, Fisherman's Wharf, Aquatic Park and Beach, and Ghirardelli Square. In addition to the street performers and local attractions there is also live music at both Aquatic Park and PIER 39. After a day of fabulous entertainment throughout the Wharf, you will be treated to a spectacular fireworks display over San Francisco Bay compliments of the City of San Francisco.
Movies on the Pier is a film series presented by the San Francisco Maritime National Park Association. Films are presented free of charge on a giant screen in The Triangle (vistor's center) at Pier 45. Space is limited, so an RSVP is required.
The Cannery Courtyard, located in Fisherman’s Wharf, will be hosting sixteen public viewing events for the FIFA World Cup and World Rugby Sevens championships from June 15-July 22.
The Red Umbrellas Group will be featured at the Cannery Courtyard on June 10th. The Cannery Courtyard is located between the Argonaut Hotel and the Historic Del Monte Cannery Building.
Round up your friends and head to The PIER for an evening of wine, music and fun at the PIER 39 Spring Wine Pour on Friday, May 18! Stroll The PIER and stop by participating businesses to enjoy wine tastings, exclusive discounts, and live music and entertainment from 4-8pm.
Movies on the Pier is a film series presented by the San Francisco Maritime National Park Association. Films are presented free of charge on a giant screen in The Triangle (vistor's center) at Pier 45. Space is limited, so an RSVP is required.
Join us at Historic Pier 45, in the heart of Fisherman's Wharf, for a selection of beer tastings from some of the best craft brewers in the world!
In 2018, the United Airlines Rock ‘n’ Roll Half Marathon San Francisco is celebrating 6 years running and they are bringing their best with more course entertainment, runner support, and community engagement every step of the way. The race begins near PIER 39 and ends at Ghirardelli Square, so check out one of the 13 hotels located at Fisherman's Wharf if you are coming from out of town.
March 24th as we illuminate the skies with a dazzling fireworks display in celebration of the Spring Equinox.
Come play tourist for a night in Fisherman's Wharf, San Francisco's top visitor destination! Strap on your fanny pack (which are undeniably useful), gather the squad, and go on a little vacay.
This January, PIER 39 celebrates the 26th anniversary of the sea lions’ arrival to PIER 39. The boisterous barking pinnipeds began arriving in droves shortly after the Loma Prieta earthquake hit San Francisco in October 1989.
The Fisherman's Wharf Community Benefit District and the St. Francis Yacht Club will join once again to present the oldest and largest lighted holiday boat parade on San Francisco Bay.
La Madonna del Lume Society joyfully invites you to celebrate an evening of Christmas Caroling. Enjoy festive song, merriment, Christmas cookies, and refreshments at the Fishermen's & Seamen's Memorial Chapel, Pier 47, #2 Fisherman's Wharf, San Francisco, CA.
Grab your friends and head to The PIER for an evening of wine, music and fun at the PIER 39 Winter Wine Pour on Friday, December 1st! Stroll The PIER and stop by participating businesses to enjoy wine tastings, light bites, exclusive discounts, and live music and entertainment from 4 – 8 PM.
In celebration of its 52nd Annual Tree Lighting, Ghirardelli Square is creating a winter wonderland. The event will include live music, visits with Santa, snow, free activities for kids and more! The tree will be lit promptly at 7 p.m.
From tree and menorah lightings to photo opportunities with Santa. Come celebrate MerryTime at the Wharf!
