Closing Night of Noise Pop and New Outdoor Market Seasons Begin Today

Spotlight: Noise Pop and Golden Gate Park Beats

Today marks the grand finale of the 2026 Noise Pop Music & Arts Festival, bringing a week of independent culture to a close across the city. The highlight of the evening is a performance by the legendary Sun Ra Arkestra at The Chapel on Valencia Street. Doors open at 7:00 PM for an evening of avant-garde jazz and cosmic performance art. If you prefer the outdoors, head to the Golden Gate Park Bandshell at the Music Concourse. From 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM, the Illuminate Live 2026 season officially kicks off with a free community concert, offering a perfect Sunday afternoon for families and music lovers alike.

Theater and Local Stages

It is a significant day for San Francisco’s theater district as the Broadway production of The Notebook - The Musical holds its final performance at the Orpheum Theatre today at 1:00 PM. For those seeking a thrill, the supernatural thriller Paranormal Activity continues its run at the Toni Rembe Theater with two performances scheduled for 1:00 PM and 6:30 PM. Music aficionados should also consider the SFJAZZ Center, where the Chucho Valdés Royal Quartet takes the stage at 7:00 PM, or the Great American Music Hall, which hosts an 8:00 PM set by synth-pop artist Black Marble.

Sunday Markets and Cultural Exhibits

Today introduces the first "Head West" Marketplace of the 2026 season at the Ferry Building. Running throughout the day, this curated market features local artisans, vintage finds, and handmade goods along the Embarcadero. Meanwhile, the Fort Mason Center Farmers' Market is in full swing from 9:30 AM to 1:30 PM, offering fresh seasonal produce and gourmet food purveyors. For a bit of morning exercise and community spirit, the 48th Annual Chinatown YMCA Lunar New Year Run starts at 8:00 AM, winding through the historic streets of Chinatown.

Final Chance: Museum Exhibitions

Today is the final opportunity to catch several major museum exhibitions. At the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art (SFMOMA), the sweeping retrospective Suzanne Jackson: What Is Love concludes its run on the 7th floor. Similarly, the Museum of the African Diaspora (MoAD) is hosting the final day of its Continuum: MoAD Over Time exhibit. Both institutions open at 10:00 AM, providing one last look at these significant cultural collections before they depart.