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      Madison McFerrin - May 24
    • Two people sitting in lawn chairs watching a movie outdoors with a large screen far off on a lawn.
      Movie Night: Wicked - June 7
    • 25 Years Yerba Buena Gardens Festival
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    Yerba Buena Gardens Festival is an independent nonprofit presenting 6 months of admission-free performances reflecting the rich cultures and creativity of the Bay Area. Programs are outdoors, family-friendly and ADA accessible.

    Yerba Buena Gardens Festival is the honored recipient of the Yerba Buena Community Benefit District’s 2018 inaugural award for Excellence in Community Placemaking

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    Weekend Sessions

    The Festival's flagship series of world-class music, dance and theater. A new experience every weekend.

    • Madison McFerrin + The Seshen

      Sat, May 24, 2:00pm – 4:30pm

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    Salsa Nights!

    The perfect way to enjoy the Bay’s vibrant Latin music bands — outdoors with friends and community. No partner necessary!

     

    Thursday Lunchtime Concerts

    Intimate 1-hour performances featuring Bay Area bands make the perfect lunch hour getaway.

    • VEN Trio (Vinicius Gomes, Elé Howell, Noah Garabedian)

      Thu, May 29, 12:30pm – 1:30pm
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    Poetic Tuesdays

    A sampler of the Bay Area’s rich poetry scene. Four Litquake-selected poets plus a musical guest take their lines outdoors.

    • Poetic Tuesday

      Tue, Jul 22, 12:30pm – 1:30pm

    Special Projects

    Brilliant new work and extraordinary projects by accomplished playwrights, composers and choreographers under YBG Festival's commissioning and residency program.

    • SAMMAY: the way home is an upwards spiral – World Premiere

      Sat, Aug 23, 2:00pm – 3:30pm
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    Children’s Garden Series

    Interactive half-hour shows for kids under 10 & their adults! School groups and camps welcome.

    • Red Panda Acrobats (Kids’ Show)

      Fri, Jun 6, 11:00am – 11:30am
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    OFFICE: Yerba Buena Gardens Festival, 760 Howard St., San Francisco, CA 94103
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