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November 2026

November 2026. Choose a day to read its family event details.
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Tue, Nov 10

1 event · San Francisco time

· 7:30 AM–5:00 PM

Free

Free Day at San Francisco Botanical Garden

San Francisco Botanical Garden · Golden Gate Park
1199 9th Avenue, San Francisco

Explore the Botanical Garden’s outdoor paths and plant collections during free daytime admission.

Who it’s for:
Everyone is welcome; this is a self-guided visit, not a supervised children’s class.
Cost:
Free daytime admission for everyone. Separate evening events and paid programs are not included.
Before you go:
Last daytime entry is 4 PM; the garden closes an hour later. Check the organizer for access or weather changes. The horticulture library is closed on federal holidays; evening Lightscape tickets are separate.
Official event details

Checked Mon, Nov 9 · Gardens of Golden Gate Park

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