Discover beloved Black-owned businesses
February is Black History Month. Explore places to shop, dine, and experience San Francisco’s vibrant Black community.
Black History Month Bike Ride
Come to the Bayview on Saturday, February 28, from 9 AM to 1:30 PM for a day of cycling and celebrating Black culture. The morning ride begins at the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Fountain and includes multiple stops, light refreshments, and a concluding community gathering. Learn more here.
Shop at In the Black Market
20+ places to eat, shop for clothes, jewelry, home goods, and more can be found at this 100% Black-owned marketplace located in the Fillmore District. Support your community while finding one-of-a-kind treasures!
Explore San Francisco Black-owned Galleries
Discover the incredible creativity and culture of some San Francisco Black-owned galleries! Jonathan Carver Moore Gallery highlights diverse voices, showcasing works by BIPOC, LGBTQ+, and women artists while creating a welcoming, inclusive community. Marlowe Gallery celebrates the power and divinity of Black women through "The Black Woman is God," a blend of visual and performing arts that explores history, spirituality, and social justice. At Jenkins Johnson Gallery, you’ll find pieces from renowned 20th-century artists alongside groundbreaking works from emerging talents, all expanding the art world’s boundaries. Stop by and experience the beauty and richness of Black artistry firsthand!
Shop, Dine and Experience Black-owned businesses in San Francisco's Neighborhoods
These are just a sampling of Black-owned businesses in SF!
Balboa Park
Bayview
Civic Center
Dogpatch
Embarcadero
Fillmore / Western Addition
Financial District
Hayes Valley
Mid-Market
North Beach
Da Flora *Legacy Business*
Ocean Ave.
Ocean Cyclery *Legacy Business*
Outer Sunset
Polly Ann Ice Cream *Legacy Business*
Portola
Inner Richmond
Union Square
Visitation Valley
1945 Restaurant Bar and Lounge
The Shop
Yerba Buena
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Find events celebrating Black History Month
SF Black History Month Ride
Saturday, February 28, 9am to 1:30pm, Downtown to Bayview
Get ready to pedal through history on an in-person community ride celebrating Black heritage and culture in San Francisco. This ride is all about good vibes, powerful stories, and connecting with community while exploring important Bayview landmarks. Expect Coffee, light breakfast, multiple stops, snacks along the way, and a fun, meaningful day on wheels. Riders of all levels are welcome!
Art spotlight
MLK Yerba Buena Monument
The Martin Luther King Jr. Fountain was created in 1993 and is located at Yerba Buena Gardens here in San Francisco. As the second oldest MLK Memorial in the United States, it features twelve shimmering glass panels placed behind a 50-foot-wide, 20-foot-high waterfall. The panels are engraved with quotes from Dr. King's writings and speeches in English with a translation in the African and Arabic dialects and the languages of San Francisco's Sister Cities.
Discover the Monument Honoring Dr. Maya Angelou
Celebrate the legacy of Dr. Maya Angelou with the stunning "Portrait of a Phenomenal Woman" monument, located at the main branch of the San Francisco Public Library. The monument was created as part of San Francisco’s initiative to increase female representation in public spaces and honor Dr. Maya Angelou’s groundbreaking contributions to literature, civil rights, and equality.
African American Arts & Culture Complex Western Addition
Located in the historic Fillmore/Western Addition neighborhood, the African American Art & Culture Complex (AAACC) is a vibrant hub celebrating Black arts and culture. The AAACC features galleries showcasing African Diaspora art, a 206-seat theater for performances, and space for community events.
About
This page is part of Shop Dine SF, an initiative of the Office of Small Business, and the Office of Economic and Workforce Development.
Its aim is to bring attention to the local businesses and neighborhood corridors.
Hosting a Black History Month event that spotlights small businesses? Email shopdinesf@sfgov.org to add it to this page.