Heart Sculptures and Symphonic Masterpieces: What's On in San Francisco Today
Community Spirit and Morning Markets
Start your Saturday at the Ferry Plaza Farmers Market, which remains the heart of the city's weekend routine. Running from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., this beloved market offers a diverse array of fresh California produce, artisanal breads, and prepared foods from local chefs. It is the perfect spot for a bayside breakfast while browsing seasonal offerings from sustainable growers.
Coinciding with the market today is the grand opening of the 2026 Hearts in San Francisco exhibition. Held at the Ferry Building, this public display features 21 one-of-a-kind heart sculptures created by local artists. These vibrant works will be on view starting today through early February before they are auctioned to benefit the Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital. It is a fantastic opportunity to see large-scale local art in an iconic setting.
Theater and Performance Highlights
The city's theater district is buzzing with high-profile productions today. For those seeking musical comedy, the Orpheum Theatre is hosting two performances of the Tony Award-winning hit The Book of Mormon at 1:00 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Meanwhile, at the Toni Rembe Theatre, a fresh production of A Streetcar Named Desire opens its run today, offering a modern lens on Tennessee Williams' classic tragedy.
If you prefer live music and symphonic power, the San Francisco Symphony at Davies Symphony Hall presents a compelling program tonight at 7:30 p.m. Guest conductor John Storgårds leads the orchestra through Beethoven's legendary Symphony No. 5. The evening also features world-renowned pianist Seong-Jin Cho performing Shostakovich’s lively Piano Concerto No. 1, alongside Principal Trumpet Mark Inouye.
Museum Exhibitions and SF Art Week
Today marks a major day for the local arts scene as it coincides with the ongoing San Francisco Art Week. At the Legion of Honor, the new exhibition Drawn to Venice officially opens to the public today, showcasing centuries of Venetian artistic excellence. For contemporary art enthusiasts, SFMOMA is debuting new kinetic paintings by artist Samia Halaby in the Evelyn and Walter Haas Jr. Atrium.
For families and science fans, the Exploratorium at Pier 15 is hosting its final weekend of the Glow exhibition. This immersive light-art installation features interactive sculptures and luminous environments that blend technology and creativity. It is open today starting at 10:00 a.m., but visitors are encouraged to arrive early as this popular show is nearing its closing date.