On World AIDS Day on December 1, the National AIDS Memorial will bring together powerful voices from both pandemics for an important conversation about health justice, social activism, remembrance, hope and resilience. World AIDS Day 2020, A National Conversation will spotlight the interconnectedness of both pandemics -- the lives lost, the survivors, the activism, the heroes. Through a distinguished list of guest speakers, panelists, video storytelling, and musical tributes, we will share important insights and help answer the questions about how a nation responds, how it heals, and what lessons must be learned to prepare for the future.

To learn more about the National AIDS Memorial World AIDS Day commemoration and sponsorship opportunities, please send an email to ssagaser@aidsmemorial.org.

Light in the Grove, held annually on the eve of World AIDS Day, is our largest annual fundraising event, with all proceeds directly supporting the National AIDS Memorial.

We are unable to hold our traditional in-person fundraiser on November 30 because of COVID-19, however the funding needed to operate our programs, and care for the National AIDS Memorial Grove and the AIDS Memorial Quilt have not changed.

While we cannot gather in-person this year, we will honor the fundraising and community celebration elements of Light in the Grove, which are its pillars. We hope that you will help us achieve our fundraising goals through your support at a Host level.

We are pleased to offer Host-level supporters a virtual ‘Light in the Grove VIP Tribute and Thank You’ event on the evening of November 30th, featuring special guests and a moving video of our beloved Grove. 

Learn more at www.aidsmemorial.org/litg

Join us on Saturday, September 26 for an unforgettable evening celebrating our city’s parks with dinner, dancing, and more in Golden Gate Park’s magical Music Concourse. 

This event raises critical funds supporting SF Parks Alliance’s mission to champion, transform, and activate parks and public spaces across the city. The Raise the Paddle portion of the evening will support Golden Gate Park’s 150th anniversary celebration

Comedy Day is a nonprofit event that has turned into a long-standing tradition in San Francisco. Nearly 40 of America's funniest comedians perform throughout the day free-of-charge. Heavily supported by the leading Bay Area media companies, the event has attracted up to 60,000 attendees in one day.

https://comedyday.org/

Ring in the new season with Opera in the Park, a free outdoor concert dedicated to celebrating community and artistry at San Francisco Opera.

Opera in the Park is the perfect opportunity to get a sneak peek at the performers who will be headlining our fall shows, including Romeo and Juliet and Billy Budd. The concert is a mix of operatic favorites, pop classics, and songs from new and upcoming productions.

Bring your picnic blanket and enjoy the majesty of opera in the great outdoors at Robin Williams Meadow in Golden Gate Park.

Golden Gate Park is 150! Test your knowledge of the park and learn some fun new facts with an online trivia night hosted by Marta Lindsey, author of Golden Gate Park, An A to Z Adventure. This trivia night is for all ages (ages 6+ and adults will get the most out of it). It will be held via Zoom; RSVP to be sent the link. Space is limited. RSVP on Eventbrite.

This spring, get out and get green—celebrate the 150th anniversary of Golden Gate Park and the 50th Earth Day. Come learn more about the history of parks and modern green-space efforts, and honor the amazing place we call home: Planet Earth. Plus, don’t miss an exploration of all things green in the food we eat at our Pairings program.

Free for Donors and After Dark Members

Adults Only (18+)

Note: The Tactile Dome and some programs have limited capacity. Entry to the Tactile Dome requires separate admission.

Celebrate the spring holiday of Shavuot with DJ FAM Team’s family disco party, a rock and roll instrument “petting zoo” with Blue Bear School of Music, flowery fun with Blick Art Materials, and a workshop with Axis Dance.

Mitzvah Project

In honor of the 150th anniversary of Golden Gate Park, use a piece of wildflower seed paper to create an artsy garden stick, and gift it to someone so they can plant a garden.

Get ready for the 150th
Birthday of Golden Gate Park with a Park and Pizza talk and slides with Inner
Sunset Park Neighbors (ISPN) Board Member Chris Duderstadt.

William Hammond Hall abhorred
having his name, or anyone else’s for that matter, put on anything in Golden
Gate Park, though he is the one person most responsible for the park we know
today.  It is said that no one is truly dead and gone until their name is
forgotten.  Let’s not forget “Hamm” Hall.”

The Kaiser Permanente San Francisco Half Marathon® is a runners’ favorite for its scenery and value. A fast and certified course through San Francisco’s scenic Golden Gate Park, the race has been selected as Road Race of the Year by the Road Runners Club of America several times.

https://www.getfitkpsf.com/race/