Spoiler alert: there are no free, massive street parties in San Francisco. There is, however, free ice cream on Friday followed by a downtown block party for Bastille Day. Local orchestral favorites Kronos Quartet are at Stern Grove and Indie Mart is back with a special woodworking and furniture show. At Union square, film night returns with Woody Allen favorite, Vicky Cristina Barcelona.

FRIDAY

Free Ice Cream
In addition to interesting flavors (Schweddy balls, anyone?) and tasty ice cream, Ben & Jerry’s has a top-notch marketing department that comes up with great ideas, including free ice cream Friday on the Embarcadero.

2013 Bastille Day Block Party
Aventine celebrates Bastille Day with a block party with DJs and five outdoor bars and Francophile treats. Admission is free.

SATURDAY

Movie Night at Union Square
Union Square brings out the big screen for Woody Allen favorite “Vicky Cristina Barcelona” during Film Night in the Park.

SUNDAY

Kronos Quartet
The Stern Grove Festival season continues with world-famous San Francisco orchestral group, Kronos Quartet.

Indie Mart
Indie Mart partners with Building Resources for an event featuring items made from recycled materials, Building Resources materials, wood and metals.

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