Upcoming Events
Wednesday, July 22
4:30-6:00 PM
NE Corner of the Great Highway & Lincoln Way, San Francisco (See map)
Free event but registration is encouraged
Big Art Loop Beach Cleanup
Join Big Art Loop, Refuse Refuse, San Francisco Recreation & Parks Department, SF Public Works, and the community for an all-ages beach cleanup!
Meet at the entrance to Golden Gate Park at the NE corner of Great Highway & Lincoln Way in the Outer Sunset (see map) to grab our supplies and form our crew. Cleaning will occur from 4:30 to 6:00 PM around the beach and park.
Following the cleanup, join the unveiling of new sculpture Unsafe to Swim and hear a few words from the artist about the art.
Saturday, August 22
11:00-2:00 PM
Gathering point is at Got Framed, Pier 7 on the Embarcadero (near Broadway), San Francisco (See map)
Free event but registration is encouraged
Bike the Big Art Loop - Portside
Join us, SFBike, and Building 180 for a relaxed, beginner- and family-friendly six-mile ride along the Big Art Loop - Portside segment of Big Art Loop. We’ll visit several artworks along the ride, hear about the overall vision (with insights from the curation team at Building 180), and learn about biking and rolling improvements that SFBike hopes to see along the route.
This event is free but registration is encouraged. View the event for the specific schedule and route.
Past Events
Friday, June 26-Sunday, June 28
R-Evolution at Embarcadero Plaza, 1 Ferry Building, San Francisco (Map it)
WELCOME Returns
WELCOME, the rainbow lasers affectionately named ‘The Gaysers’ are in preparation to return for pride weekend, 2026. Enjoy the lasers, brought to you by Illuminate, and the custom lighting of R-Evolution by Phil Spitler, starting Friday night at sundown, June 26, for San Francisco Pride. There will be drag queens, lasers, bubbles, and more.
photo credit: Michael Migliaccio
Thursday, June 11-Sunday, June 14
12:00-6:00 PM
Ferry Terminal Plaza, 1 Ferry Building, San Francisco (Map it)
Community Arts Market
The Arts.Co.Lab Community Arts Market × World Cup Cultural Series is a multi-day public event designed to bring people together through art.
Thursday, May 28
5:00-7:00 PM
Marina Green Triangle, 180 Marina Boulevard, San Francisco (Map it)
Launch Intention Opening Celebration
Join Big Art Loop, in partnership with San Francisco Rec & Park and San Francisco Arts Commission, for the grand unveiling of Launch Intention, a sculpture by Griffin Loop.
Meet at the Marina Green Triangle (180 Marina Boulevard, San Francisco, CA), where you'll hear from the artist. We'll then collectively gather to write an intention, fold a paper airplane, and launch them together.
This is a free, family-friendly event for all ages, with paper and pens provided. RSVPs encouraged via the link directly below.
Friday, March 20
6:00-9:00 PM
Between Pier 14 and Brannan Street Wharf, San Francisco
Celebrate the Bay Lights - Lite Up the Nite
Celebrate the return of the Bay Lights from the best vantage point in town, Big Art Loop - Portside! Walk with your neighbors between Pier 14 and Brannan Street Wharf as we marvel at the sparkling views on and off the water. Photo credit: Pankaj Bhargava @punksworld
Saturday, March 21
Time: 12:00-4:00 PM with the art unveiling at 1:30 PM
Mary Booker Boatyard Plaza, 900 Innes Avenue, San Francisco
Whispers of Waste Unveiling at RecFest
Celebrate art, community and the waterfront at the second annual RecFest. Whispers of Waste, a sculpture by Zulu Heru, will be unveiled during RecFest at India Basin Waterfront Park. Artist remarks and unveiling at 1:30 PM, followed by a Meet & Greet and photo opportunity.
Friday, February 13 and Saturday, February 14
12:00 - 6:00 PM, Friday and Saturday
Pier 7, Embarcadero
FREE
For the ❤️ of SF: A Free Portrait Experience for San Franciscans
This Valentine’s Day, Big Art Loop is hosting For the ❤️ of SF, a free professional portrait session celebrating the people who care for San Francisco.
November 6, 2025
4:30 - 6:00 PM
Starting at Pier 14 - Corpus sculpture Ending at Pier 15 - Exploratorium
The Port of San Francisco Partners with Big Art Loop to Launch Big Art Loop - Portside
Art Parade and Launch Celebration! 10 new temporary sculptures debut on San Francisco’s waterfront.