Cancelled: 150 Years of Golden Gate Park

Golden Gate Park's 150 Birthday

April 4, 2020 marks exactly 150 years Golden Gate Park was created by the state legislature. We will celebrate this special anniversary with a park-wide Community Day and welcome thousands of people to come experience special activities, entertainment, food offerings, and so much more. An illuminated 150-foot observation wheel boasting sweeping views from the ocean to downtown San Francisco will be among the many attractions being planned.

Creativity & the Arts

In addition to playing host to the legendary de Young Museum, Golden Gate Park is dappled with sculpture, embraced by music, and a favorite place to paint, photograph and compose. Home to the Sharon Art Studio where local artists and creators study their craft, and the San Francisco Botanical Gardens, where visitors celebrate plants and flowers from across the globe. It is a canvas that inspires the gardening team, an ever-shifting park which reflects the enjoyment of all who visit.

Science, Technology, & Nature

Innovation is a word often associated with contemporary San Francisco however the city has always been viewed as an epicenter for science, technology, and environmental issues. From the origins of wireless communications in 1902 to the first tweet and groundbreaking water reclamation efforts underway now, Golden Gate Park has always been a muse for inventors of all ages.

Recreation & Wellness

Golden Gate Park offers a multitude of recreation and wellness opportunities, from activities like tennis, lawn bowling and soccer to more introspective adventures like hiking the Phil Arnold Trail, paddling on Stow Lake, and meditating atop Strawberry Hill. In fact, the first playground in America, is located adjacent to Robin Williams Meadow, an innovative inspiring playground to this day. The opportunities are endless and available to all.

History & People

The past, present and future are embodied in what Golden Gate Park provides for visitors. Ever changing, the park has been transformed and celebrated in a multitude of ways over the decades. A refuge during the aftermath of the 1906 Earthquake, a place to gather during the Summer of Love, and an open space for all, the future of the park is as bright as the past. With the 150th birthday upon us, discover the Conservatory of Flowers, the first building in Golden Gate Park; the first public playground in the nation, at Robin Williams Meadow; and the individuals who work tirelessly to be sure your memories of picnics and events remain beautiful. Reflect at the National Aids Memorial Grove, and the monuments to fallen heroes.