Ronnie's Awesome List, The Ultimate Kids Events Round-Up In Marin And Beyond.
As night falls across the Bay Area, streets come alive with lantern-lit lanes, sizzling grills, live beats and a vibrant mix of culture and cuisine. Here are some of the standout night markets when the lights go down.
The Pleasant Hill Night Market launches on Friday, May 2, 2025, and continues on the first and third Fridays of each month, 5:00 – 9:00 p.m. in Chilpancingo Park.
Lincoln Summer Nights happens every second Thursday from 5pm-8pm until October 8.
Glen Park will host a series of summer night markets the third Saturday of each month, June through September. From 4 to 8:30 p.m., Kern Street and its parking lot will sparkle with crafts from local artists and makers against a backdrop of live music and DJ sets.
Live music, local vendors, fresh food, and great wine bring Summer Nights to life at Santa Rosa Vintners Square! Free to join
A free, monthly neighborhood celebration on Valencia Street with live music, dancing, art-making and more. Valencia LIVE! is back for a 2026 season!
Big SOMA Is Back in Big Motion! Join us on the 4th Thursday of every month through September. Look out this season for flying dancers, canine flautists, dumpster ball pits, kinky circus games, hypnotic igloos, unilateral costume parties, commanding DJs, bountiful jam bands, and so much more.
San Francisco’s biggest South Asian cultural celebration brings its “Bhangra meets Bay Area energy” to one of downtown’s most iconic arts destinations for the first time—landing at Yerba Buena Gardens.
Downtown San Francisco's newest block party bringing live music, street-sipping, outdoor sports watch parties, games, & more.
Get ready to chill under the stars with tasty bites, cool vibes, and awesome local finds at the 2026 Sonoma Summer Open-Air Night Market!
Locust Street Festival (formerly known as First Wednesday Street Fest) is the ultimate celebration of community, creativity, and connection. This is a free public event and all are welcome (including your furry friends).
Fillmore After Dark Presents a Special Hot August Nights Edition & Night Market celebrating soul, art and community.
This event is FREE and open to all! Bring your friends, family, and neighbors as we kick off a new era for San Francisco. Let’s make history together!
Cole Valley Nights is back! Come check out the neighborhood while sampling popular eateries and enjoying live music, special activities, and local businesses.
The Castro Night Market features local food vendors, merchants, and live entertainment on the 3rd Friday of every month.
Enjoy eight unforgettable Fridays filled with music and community spirit, all generously sponsored by Pint Size Lounge. Don’t miss out on the fun—bring your friends and family to experience the best of San Rafael’s West End!
Thursday Live on Cal Ave., a free outdoor concert series bringing together local musical talent, themed experiences and community activity to California Avenue.
Spend an evening with us on B Street on Sept. 10 and 17, where live music, great food and family-friendly activities bring the block to life!
Join us for a night of food, culture, music, and community spirit.
Experience 626 Night Market, the original Asian night market in the U.S., with iconic street food, handcrafted merch, and live performances.
805 Night Market is a street food festival—curated vendors, desserts, drinks, music, and pop-up shopping!
Did I miss listing your favorite night market? Let me know in the comments below.
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