Golden Gate 75th Anniversary Festival

Today, May 27th marks the 75th Anniversary of the Golden Gate Bridge. There will be lots of free activities going on from 11am –11pm. The main activities will be held at Fort Point, Crissy Field, The Presidio and Marina Green. Anniversary activities will also be held at Fort Mason Center, Ghirardelli Square, San Francisco Maritime Historical National Park, Fisherman’s Wharf, and Pier 39. Here's an event map to show the location of the all ongoing activities.

Highlights of the Anniversary celebration:

-Fireworks from 9:30pm –9:50pm. Spectacular grand finale showcasing the Bridge, Bay and surrounding national parklands. Optimum visibility along the waterfront from Fort Point to east Marina Green. The hills above Marina/Cow Hollow also provide stunning views. Soundtrack aired live on KFOG 104.5/97.7FM. Note: Fireworks will not be televised and will not be visible from Fisherman’s Wharf/south down the Embarcadero. Weather permitting, fireworks will be visible from PIER 39.
-International Orange Artists’ Exhibition at Fort Point, 10am–7pm.
-Crissy Field Stage highlighting dance, music and local bands, 11am–11pm.
-Road Trip through History featuring vintage cars and motorcycles from 1937 to the present. East Crissy Field, 11am–5pm. 
-Crissy Field Center Future Fair with activities and demonstrations showcasing sustainability technologies and innovations in the pioneering spirit of the Bridge. East Beach, 11am–7pm.
-Vintage Maritime Display and Historic Watercraft Parade with classic boats spanning 75 years.  St. Francis Yacht Club, 11am–3pm.
-Marina Green Stage featuring dance and music organizations and local bands.  West Marina Green, 11am- 10pm.
-Official 75th Anniversary merchandise at various waterfront locations from 10am-7pm.

To view the schedule or to help plan your day be sure to check out the Golden Gate Bridge 75th Anniversary website.

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