Hunters Point Shipyard & Islais Creek Studios

Free admission & parking — reserve your free ticket below.

Twice a year, one of San Francisco's most fascinating hidden landmarks throws open its doors. Most people have never set foot inside Hunters Point Shipyard — a historic naval base that, for one weekend, becomes the city's biggest art event.

A short drive away, the satellite studios at Islais Creek are home to many of the show's sculptors — a chance to see large-scale work being made in the space where it happens. Well worth adding to your route.

This fall, wander the working studios of over 130 painters, sculptors, jewelers, ceramicists, photographers, and metalworkers — all in one walkable weekend. Talk directly with the artists. Watch how the work gets made. Take home something original.

130+ open studios — painting, sculpture, jewelry, photography, ceramics, metalwork, and beyond

• Silent art auction — bid on works from participating artists and support the event

• Live music — jazz and classical performances throughout the weekend

• Food & drink — local vendors plus a beer & wine garden

• Kids welcome — hands-on art activities with Art Rocks Clubhouse

• Shipyard clean-up displays — learn about the ongoing environmental restoration of the site