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October 2026

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Sat, Oct 31

1 event · San Francisco time

· 12:00 PM–3:00 PM

Free

Halloween Hoopla

Children’s Garden, Yerba Buena Gardens · SOMA
799 Howard Street, San Francisco

Enjoy Circus Bella performers and live music, then join the costume parade.

Who it’s for:
Designed for children under 10 and their adults.
Cost:
Free festival.
Before you go:
Use the organizer’s free RSVP link and check updates before leaving. Costumes are welcome; the parade is the finale.
Check registrationAbout this place

Checked Sun, Sep 20 · Yerba Buena Gardens Festival

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