Official site of Yerba Buena Gardens Festival

Free outdoor performing arts in downtown San Francisco

Outdoor venue rentals

Yerba Buena Gardens is located directly above the Moscone Center, in the heart of San Francisco. The open spaces are inviting, yet protected from the bustle of city streets. Union Square and the Financial District are a short walk away.

Call (415) 543-1718 to check on date availability.

Notice: Starting January 1, 2020, venue rental rates will undergo a scheduled increase and production days will be charged at full rate. Email rentals@ybgfestival.org for more information.

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Photo of the Yerba Buena Gardens Esplanade Photo of the Terrace at Yerba Buena Gardens, San Francisco
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Venues

Spanning 3 city blocks, Yerba Buena Gardens features distinctive architecture, public art, fountains, a prominent waterfall, restaurants, entertainment and a variety of galleries and museums.
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Planning Your Event

What is or isn't allowed in the Gardens? Need an experienced catering or tenting company? Here are important resources for you.
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Fees

Rental fees are calculated on a case by case basis. Our fees are competitive, and you can feel good knowing that rental proceeds help fund public programming in the Gardens.
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A guest on traditional, unceded Ramaytush Ohlone Land.
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