Celebrate Pride by saying "I do"!
Join the celebration! Every year, hundreds of couples say “I do” at San Francisco City Hall on the Friday of SF Pride Friday, June 27, 2025.
Couples must have a San Francisco marriage license in advance. Marriage ceremony appointments will open on April 25th. Appointments are expected to fill up quickly.
Book your appointment here: BOOK HERE
New operating hours at the Permit Center!
Starting on Monday, April 28, the Permit Center at 49 South Van Ness Avenue will have new operating hours to better meet customer needs:
- Monday 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
- Tuesday - Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
Plan review will be open until 4:30 PM and payment will be accepted until 5:00 PM. Arrive in the mornings for shorter wait times. Queues may close early due to high volumes.
This change is part of PermitSF, reforming the City’s permitting process to make it customer-centric, fast, predictable, transparent and unified.
Tell us what you think at sf.gov/PermitSurvey.
City Contracting 101: Small Business Workshop
Interested in contracting with the City and County of San Francisco but not sure how? We invite you to join us on Wednesday, April 23, 2025 for City Contracting 101: A Small Business Workshop!
This half-day, in-person workshop will focus on demystifying how to contract with the City & County of San Francisco for local small businesses. We recognize that successfully securing opportunities with the City is a complex process that can be difficult to navigate. During this event, small businesses will learn the steps to become eligible for contracting work with the City, the types of goods and services that the City procures, and compliance requirements.
The workshop will also feature hands-on technical assistance. Space is limited and early registration is encouraged! Register for free at: https://www.sf.gov/smallbizworkshop2025
Learn about strengthening San Francisco's climate resilience
Come meet our ORCP leaders today, Friday, April 18, from 10 AM to 2 PM PDT at Yerba Buena Gardens and learn about San Francisco’s updated 2025 Hazards and Climate Resilience (HCR) Plan!
The HCR outlines how the City is preparing for 13 natural hazards — from earthquakes to extreme heat — and features a robust Hazard Mitigation Strategy with 75 actions to strengthen buildings, communities, and infrastructure.
Stop by to learn how we’re building a safer, more equitable, and climate-resilient San Francisco — and how you can be part of it!
Join SFACC for Paws for a Cause 2025!
Support Friends of San Francisco Animal Care and Control by attending this special event on Saturday, April 26 at SPARK Social. We’d love for you to join for an afternoon of fun, all in support of the animals who rely on us.
Paws for a Cause is your opportunity to connect with fellow animal lovers and make a real difference. This family and dog-friendly event features delicious food trucks, pet-friendly activities, and a photo booth—guaranteed to be a memorable experience!
Join us on Saturday, April 26, 2025 from 11 AM - 2 PM at Spark Social - Playland, 601 Mission Bay Blvd. North, San Francisco, CA 94158.
SF Nightlife and Entertainment Summit returns May 12th!
Now in its 15th year, the Summit is an opportunity for members of the nightlife and entertainment industry to come together to address current issues facing the industry and discuss ways the industry and the City can continue working together toward long-term recovery.
Date: Monday, May 12th, 2025
Time: 12:00pm - 4:00pm.
Resource fair with City departments from 12:00pm-1:00pm; presentations from 1:00pm - 4:00pm.
The Summit will be followed by a Networking Happy Hour at Smuggler’s Cove, 650 Gough St.,
4:15pm - 6:30pm (age 21+ only).
Where: 49 South Van Ness Ave., 1st Floor Conference Center Rooms
Admission: Free and Open to the Public.
In-person capacity is limited; space is available on a first-come, first-served basis.
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