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4 Spots to Watch the Fireworks for 4th of July in San Francisco

July 1, 2013/in SF /by Guest Blogger

The following article is a guest post, courtesy of Bronson Farr

Hey  CMBers!
Watching the fireworks over the bay is an exciting event for 4th of July in San Francisco each year. While Fisherman’s Wharf is where the big celebration is going to be at, we have also picked out some spots in the city where it isn’t as crowded and still enjoy the show.
1) Front Row Seats: Fisherman’s Wharf
Fisherman’s Wharf is where to get the front row seats for the firework spectacular over the water. The Fourth of July Celebration Pier also features two live bands in the afternoon if you want to make it an all day event.

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The best place to watch fireworks in San Francisco is Fisherman’s Wharf.

WHAT: Fourth of July Celebration At the Pier
WHERE: Fisherman’s Wharf (Pier 39)
WHEN: Thur., July 4th; Live band performances from 12-2pm & 4-7pm, Fireworks show @ 9:30pm

2) Most Intimate: Bernal Heights Hill 
If you want to show your date want a great view of the fireworks this Independence Day, and also want some intimacy, look no further than Bernal Hill. The view isn’t like that of Twin Peaks, but it is definitely one of the best views that overlooks the City.

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A great view of San Francisco from Bernal Heights Hill

3) Most Outdoorsy: Land’s End Trail (From Legion of Honor to Sea Cliff)
Land’s End Trail offers great views of the ocean and San Francisco Bay, but if you want to watch the fireworks check out the section of the trail that goes from the Legion of Honor to Sea Cliff. Not only does this portion face the Golden Gate Bridge (where the show will take place), it also gives you a nice view of the Bay Area. The trail is also surrounded by trees, giving it “the great outdoors” feel.

4th of July in San Francisco

While the Legion of Honor is a sight to see in itself…

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…the view is even more amazing.

4) Least Crowded: Alta Plaza Park
Facing the bay, this park directly overlooks San Francisco’s Marina district. This spot is far enough from the crowds at Fisherman’s Wharf, but still close enough to get a great view of the show. Be sure to arrive early as it is close to downtown as well as a residential area.

4th of July in San Francisco

Alta Plaza Park overlooks the Marina district out onto the bay.

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Best Summer Date Ideas in SF: Art, Food & Music Festivals

June 14, 2013/in SF /by Guest Blogger

The following article is a guest post, courtesy of Catherine Nguyen

Hey CMB,
We’re back with our series on best summer date ideas in your local area! We just covered Chicago in the Midwest, and now we’ll be talking about festivals in SF! Although Coachella is over, festival season is still raging on for the summer! Besides, nothing beats bonding with your Bagel on a hot summer day than with delicious food and local music.
1. Danville Fine Arts Faire – If you’re new to SF and need to decorate your blank apartment walls with some handcrafted goodies, head over to the Danville Faire! About a 40 minute drive from SF, the Danville Faire showcases high quality arts and crafts from local artisans.
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best summer date ideas

What: Danville Fine Arts Faire – arts, crafts, food, music, free admission
Where: Hartz Avenue
When: This weekend! Saturday, June 22 – Sunday, June 23 @ 10am to 5pm

2. Treasure Island Flea Market – Located on Treasure Island for all the right reasons, the TI Flea Market hosts 100+ vendors selling hidden gems and treasures: from antiques, vintage, indie, retro to new & up-cycled goods. Food trucks galore, DIY workshops, scavenger hunts, and rockin’ music.

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Treasures for all tastes!

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What: Treasure Island Flea Market, $3 admission
Where: Great Lawn and Pavement
When: Saturday, June 29 – Sunday, June 30 @ 10am to 4pm

3. BreastFest – Not in shape to run a marathon to support breast cancer research? No worries; show your support through BreastFeast, a beer festival with, yes, unlimited beer tastings, food samplings and live music. Though tickets are on the pricey side, proceeds will benefit Charlotte Maxwell Complementary Clinic. Drinking beer is always nice, but drinking beer for a cause is always better.
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best summer date ideas

Thankfully BreastFest has unlimited beer offerings so you never reach the bottom of your beer.

What: BreastFest Beer Festival – $50 advance tix, $60 @ door
Where: Festival Pavilion, Fort Mason Center
When: Saturday, July 13 @ 2-6pm

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