Ringling Brothers Circus(01 of09)
Open Image ModalWhat: Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey circus Why: Expect stunts, gags, face-painting and snacks at this free family event. You can even get a chance to win free tickets to their show. When: Friday, 11:30am - 1:30pm Where: Union Square, Post Street and Stockton Street (http://www.ringling.com/) (credit:Thinkstock)
Archers of Loaf(02 of09)
Open Image ModalWhat: Archers of Loaf showWhy: The popular indie rockers from Chapel Hill will play two nights only, so get your tix, like, now.When: Friday and Saturday, 9pmWhere: Great American Music Hall, 859 O'Farrell at Polk Street (415-885-0750 or http://www.gamh.com) (credit:Chris March)
Chinese Autumn Moon Festival(03 of09)
Open Image ModalWhat: Chinese autumn moon festivalWhy: Celebrate the goddess Chang E as you nosh on moon cakes, check out the lion dance and martial arts shows, and peruse product vendors. When: Saturday, 10am - 5pm Where: Irving Street between 22nd and 25th Avenues (http://www.autumnmoonfestival.org)
Sausalito Art Festival(04 of09)
Open Image ModalWhat: Sausalito Art Festival Why: 275 artists from around the world will showcase their collections. The Human League, Kenny Loggins, Wonderbread 5 and Edgar Winter will headline the awesome music lineup.When: Saturday and Sunday, 10am - 6pm, Monday, 10am - 5pmWhere: Marinship Park, Marinship Way and Testa Street, Sausalito (415-331-3757 or http://www.sausalitoartfestival.org/) (credit:Top Productions)
Bread and Cheese Walking Tour(05 of09)
Open Image ModalWhat: Science of Bread and Cheese Walking TourWhy: Learn about unseen organisms and how they create flavors of local cheese and bread. Ticket price ($65) includes a tasting and snacks.When: Sunday, 1:30pm - 4pm Where: Allyne Park, Green and Gough Streets (415-663-6768 or http://www.discoverystreettours.com/) (credit:Flickr: utahwildflowers)
Swing Dance Party(06 of09)
Open Image ModalWhat: Lavay Smith and Her Red Hot Skillet Lickers Swing PartyWhy: The lovely Lavay will croon her velvety tunes while her sassy Skillet Lickers bang out the beats. A free beginner's dance lesson is offered.When: Sunday, 7:30pm lesson, 8pm show Where: The Makeout Room, 3225 22nd Street at Mission Street (647-2888 or http://www.makeoutroom.com/)
Shakespeare in the Park(07 of09)
Open Image ModalWhat: Free Shakespeare in the Park Why: In its 29th season, Cymbeline is this year's production. Princess Innogen goes on a hunt for reconciliation within this magical fairy tale. Bring your picnic basket and blanket. When: Monday, 2:30pmWhere: The Presidio, Main Post Parade Ground Lawn between Graham Street & Keyes Avenue (415-558-0888 or http://www.sfshakes.org/) (credit:Courtesy of John Western)
SF Mime Troupe(08 of09)
Open Image ModalWhy: The Tony Award-winning mime troupe is performing their last SF show, so don't miss this musical satire. When: Monday, 2pmWhere: Dolores Park, 18th Street and Dolores Street (http://www.sfmt.org)
Golden Gate Park Band(09 of09)
Open Image ModalWhy: The band will salute American workers with patriotic music by American composers. Bring a lunch bag to enhance the experience. When: Monday, 1pm - 3pmWhere: Golden Gate Park: Music Concourse Bandshell at Ninth Avenue and Lincoln Way (http://www.goldengateparkband.org) (credit:Golden Gate Park Band)