November Fun Events

Ripley’s  believe it or Not at fishermen’s wharf closes Tuesday December 1. To mark the end of its run, every Thursday leading up to the final day guests can experience Ripley's Believe It or Not! for $19.67. Admission on closing day will return to original 1967 attraction prices at just $1.50 for adults and 75 cents for kids.

Syd Mead: Future Pastime, a major exhibition of his graphic work on view through December 17, 2026 at San Francisco's Transamerica Pyramid Annex. Paintings of the future. Free. Wednesday through Sunday from 10-6. Also outside are comfy chairs, ping pong and shuffleboard tables. Tip. The exhibit doesn’t talk about the artwork or even names the piece. Pick up a guidebook at the front desk that talks about each piece 

SF State Observatory FALL 2026 PUBLIC OPEN NIGHTS WEDNESDAY, THURSDAY, and FRIDAY NIGHTS WHEN SKIES ARE CLEAR. Free 630-9pm (Nov 4,5,6,12,13,18,19,20, Dec 2,3, 4). https://physics.sfsu.edu/observatory

Ice skating rink at fishermen’s wharf next to Skywheel Nov 14 to Jan 14. It is larger than Union Square rink 

Embarcadero Center 40th Annual Building Lighting & Holiday Market on Wednesday, November 18, from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM at Three Embarcadero Center, Street Level. Celebrate four decades of this beloved holiday tradition with festive activities, seasonal shopping, and the lighting of Embarcadero Center

Lightscape at Botanical Gardens Golden Gate Park Nov 20 through Jan 3. Tickets $37. https://gggp.org/lightscape/

Mill Valley Winterfest December 6 from 1-4. https://enjoymillvalley.com/winterfest-gingerbread-house-decorating/