San Francisco Fleet Week returns from October 4 to October 12, 2026, bringing a parade of ships, ship tours, and the Blue Angels Air Show scheduled for October 9 through October 11, according to local event guides. The tradition fills the city waterfront and hilltops with spectators, marking a busy week in the city.
Fleet Week Schedule and Air Show Dates
The 2026 Fleet Week celebration features ship tours and a parade of ships. The Blue Angels Air Show takes place over the weekend from October 9 to October 11. Residents and visitors gather along the waterfront and city hilltops to watch the airshows, and the city is expected to be plenty busy during the week.
Fall Festivals, Corn Mazes, and Pumpkin Patches
Beyond aviation events, the Bay Area hosts several agricultural attractions during the peak harvest months of September and October, when San Francisco temperatures are between 52 and 72 degrees Fahrenheit. According to regional listings, Three Nunns Farm operates two different corn mazes alongside tractor rides and a pumpkin patch. Cool Patch Pumpkins features a world record-holding corn maze with a design honoring farmers’ hard work.
In Half Moon Bay, considered the pumpkin capital of the world, family-friendly farms open their fields for seasonal decorating and harvesting. Simultaneously, local apple orchards offer “U Pick” harvesting as apple season peaks during September and October.
Entertainment, Theater, and Immersive Shows
The autumn calendar features entertainment productions and immersive nightlife experiences across San Francisco. The Victoria Theatre welcomes back the Star Wars burlesque show, The Empire Strips Back, which has sold over 500,000 tickets globally following sold-out runs in Los Angeles, Chicago, and New York.
At Grace Cathedral, the 45-minute show AURA utilizes projections, music, and the cathedral’s architecture to transform the Gothic space into a living artwork. Additionally, the Candlelight concert series schedules intimate musical performances surrounded by hundreds of candles at venues including St. Ignatius Church and the Four Seasons San Francisco.
Oktoberfest Celebrations and Outdoor Events
Regional Oktoberfest celebrations offer traditional performances, music, and beer-fueled games across the Bay Area. The Front Street entertainment zone hosts a free block party featuring live music, food, and games to mark the seasonal transition.
For visitors seeking historical exploration, local operators conduct ghost tours and haunted attractions highlighting San Francisco’s spirits. These seasonal offerings run concurrently with the broader autumn event schedule.
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