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Outdoor Classes

Dance instructor leading an outdoor dance class on the Yerba Buena Gardens lawn,

Yerba Buena Gardens Festival offers regular interactive, culture-centered programs held in the invigorating outdoor spaces of Yerba Buena Gardens.

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San Francisco locals and visiting out-of-towners can look to these outdoor classes to refresh their body and spirit through dance, music, movement, public art and more. On any given day of the week, you can always find something Free, Outdoors and Fresh at Yerba Buena Gardens.

What people are saying about Outdoor Classes…

  • What a wonderful project to educate and inspire great talent and a spiritual healing effect. Thank you.
  • This is the highlight of my week! Free dancing outside, it’s the best!
  • Thank you so much for free healthy outdoor opportunities. Mind body and spirit.

Check out all of the incredible classes listed below.

Mark your calendars and make Outdoor Classes FUN, OUTDOORS and FRESH!

What to expect at Outdoor Classes…

As always, these classes are FREE, outdoors, and ADA-accessible to be enjoyed by all. Outdoor Classes are held in outdoor, open-air spaces. Please be dressed for San Francisco weather. For Park Rules and Regulations, please refer to Yerba Buena Gardens Management’s website.

Outdoor Classes are each approximately 60 minutes long at at different spaces in Yerba Buena Gardens, on Mission Street between Third and Fourth Streets, San Francisco. Yerba Buena Gardens are conveniently located near Montgomery & Powell BART stations, and several MUNI lines. See detailed information on the Visitor Map.

Looking for a yummy place to eat or a museum to explore? Find out more on the Visitor Information page.

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Oct 1 2025
Dance instructor leading an outdoor dance class on the Yerba Buena Gardens lawn,
Wed, Oct 1, 12:00pm – 1:00pm

Canceled Due to Rain: Dance Outdoors with Rhythm & Motion

Great Lawn, Yerba Buena Gardens Mission St. between 3rd & 4th Sts., San Francisco

Update 9/30/25: Due to weather conditions, the class on Wednesday, October 1 has been canceled. Wednesdays at Noon. Free RSVP encouraged, drop-ins are welcome. Classes will be canceled in case […]

Free
Sep 24 2025
Dance instructor leading an outdoor dance class on the Yerba Buena Gardens lawn,
Wed, Sep 24, 12:00pm – 1:00pm

Dance Outdoors with Rhythm & Motion

Great Lawn, Yerba Buena Gardens Mission St. between 3rd & 4th Sts., San Francisco

Wednesdays at Noon. Free RSVP encouraged, drop-ins are welcome. Classes will be canceled in case of rain. Check back often for updates. Named San Francisco’s favorite dance workout by the […]

Free
Sep 10 2025
Dance instructor leading an outdoor dance class on the Yerba Buena Gardens lawn,
Wed, Sep 10, 12:00pm – 1:00pm

Dance Outdoors with Rhythm & Motion

Great Lawn, Yerba Buena Gardens Mission St. between 3rd & 4th Sts., San Francisco

Wednesdays at Noon. Free RSVP encouraged, drop-ins are welcome. Classes will be canceled in case of rain. Check back often for updates. Named San Francisco’s favorite dance workout by the […]

Free
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VENUE: Yerba Buena Gardens, Mission St. between 3rd and 4th Sts., San Francisco
OFFICE: Yerba Buena Gardens Festival, 760 Howard St., San Francisco, CA 94103
PHONE: (415) 543-1718

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