Hippie ice cream purveyors Ben & Jerry's will hand out free scoops of ice cream today. Why? Because it's Free Cone Day. Head over to your nearest Ben & Jerry's outlet for a free ice cream cone. You can choose from a variety of kooky signature flavors, including vanilla, chocolate, or Lady Gaga's Breast Milk Nut Chew (that's a flavor, right?). Or whatever. And, for your convenience, here's a map of the Ben & Jerry's outposts in San Francisco: more ›

Some say yes. Many say no. According to an op-ed piece in Thursday's Chronicle, the good-intentioned plan, sparked by Supervisor David Campos, stands as "an appealing idea that City Hall is all but certain to adopt." While the plan would help kids get to school, ease parents' drop-off schedules, and possibly alleviate traffic congestion, it would also add another $4 million to $7.9 million dent "for the under-funded transit system facing a $23 million deficit." more ›

Before you take off for the holidays, remember that come New Year's Eve, you can ride Muni for free. For free? For free. Muni travel, including cable cars, is free of charge from 8 p.m. New Year's Eve until 6 a.m. New Year's Day. And who in their sane mind would want to ride Muni on New Year's Eve? Not us. Because we don't like harrowing train and/or bus rides. But many of you will have to rely on San Francisco's semi-reliable public transportation, so... have at it. more ›

Is Mary Jane an outdated term? Oh well, we like saying it, at least in blog post headlines. FunCheapSF, always the first to know about such fun events as these, informs us that Medithrive, a local medical marijuana dispensary who is celebrating its second birthday today, is giving away "adult goody bags" to registered users with valid prescriptions. more ›

Hey, you! Go get a free grilled cheese and soup combo today at The Melt. As FunCheap reminds us, "come by the brand new location in SoMa at 115 New Montgomery from noon to 4pm" and "mention the secret code word 'GOUDA'" to score a free lunch. Mmm. Head over now before it gets mobbed. more ›

Free yoga (almost) daily in the sun, we're there! Hayes Valley Farm announced that starting tomorrow they'll be hosting free outdoor yoga all month on Sundays, Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. when weather permits. more ›

Today, June 3, is National Doughnut Day. If pressed, one can get a free sweet treat at your nearest Dunkin Donut or Krispy Kreme. Or, better yet, you can get a free donut at Dynamo Donuts, the city's finest purveyors of circular treats, which you can find at 2760 24th Street, between Hampshire and York. more ›

This year's free concert series at Stern Grove promises to have almost something for everyone. Sharon Jones and The Dap-Kings, San Francisco Symphony, English Beat, and Neko Case (!), just to name a few, will perform. Check out the entire lineup: more ›

From noon to 8 p.m. today, the Ben and Jerry's at 2130 Center Street (near West side of campus) will hand out free scoops of ice cream. And that sounds positively delightful. What's more, your free scoops will help support Camp Kesem, a Berkeley institution that provides kids whose parents have or had cancer with a summer camp experience that "gives them a chance to be kids." Again, delightful. [via the devine Diana Newby at Daily Clog] more ›

Sorry for the last minute notice, but those who are already in the Union Square area could still benefit from this tip provided by FuncheapSF. Emporio Rulli Il Caffé, the Italian pastry, cafe, and wine bar located at the Stockton and Post corner of Union Square wants your participation in celebrating Italy's 150th year of unification by singing "Happy Birthday, Italia!" and enjoying some cake. more ›

Trapped in a mall food court today without access to the plethora of authentic Chinese food options SF has to offer? And/or are you saving that $5 in your pocket for your grueling Muni ride home and subsequent happy hour cocktail to aid in your recovery from said Muni ride? more ›

Speaking of IHOP, tomorrow is the annual IHOP National Pancake Day, in which those who like to stand in long lines receive free pancakes. The event is also a fundraiser for Children's Miracle Network Hospitals and other local charities. IHOP's goal is to raise $2.3 million. more ›

The infinitely useful FunCheapSF alerted us to the giveaway of a free scoop of artisan ice cream and free champagne at Humphry Slocombe this afternoon, in celebration of their new flavor, Fluffer Nutter, which is made with fresh-ground Project Open Hand peanut butter. more ›

Head over to the Mission tonight for cheap beer and free peanut butter and jelly sandwiches (!) at Still Broke As Fuck. It all goes down at Doc's Clock, 2572 Mission. Details. [via Eater] more ›

by Andrew Dalton Just in case anyone out there was having a hard time remembering the long-gone late-90's when our rap music was as light and WASP-y as our denim washes, then this Thursday's free concert with Third Eye Blind ("3eb" to the cool kids) in Union Square should help jog your Sony Discman. The event, thrown by Macy's... more ›

Act now, and you could be the lucky owner of the following for free! more ›

We opened up our search to cover the whole Bay Area and found some great deals. If you have the means, snatch them up! more ›

Here's another fresh crop of free deals currently in the Craigslist free section (or on a curb getting peed on somewhere). There are actually some good offers here, so seize the day. more ›

In celebration of their 50th Anniversary, Haagen-Dazs is handing out free scoops of their original flavors -- chocolate, vanilla, and coffee -- today from 4 to 8 p.m. more ›

You never know what deals can be found in Craigslist's free listings. Here are some of the most useful items, and some of the most humorous, that are currently up for grabs: more ›

Bring your lunch and soak up some sun (or find some shade) at Justin Herman Plaza at Noon today, while enjoying the sweet sounds of the San Francisco Symphony. Popular works will be featured, including Liszt, Mephisto Waltz No. 1; Rodgers, Carousel Walt; and Ravel, La Valse. more ›

Now that mainstream media has sunk its dentures in the seemingly fascinating world of social media -- which means they now have the editorial filter of The View's Sherri Shepherd -- they can't get enough of it. Today, CNN reports on Foursquare and EveryBlock, mentioning San Francisco hot dog retailer Showdogs. What CNN had to say about e-new media 3.0 is not important. What is important is that Showdogs is handing out free 8oz beer today to customers who bark at the cashier. [via Eater] more ›

Entrance fees to national parks will be waived this weekend, folks. (Yay!) In addition to free admission, according to the LA Times, "many park partners, including area hotels and restaurants, will offer discounts and special promotions." more ›

People offer up everything under the sun in Craigslist's free section, including random junk like a bottle of dish-washing detergent and the saddest wheelbarrow ever (too ugly for photos, the ad says). Also available are a gutted old-person scooter that needs a new tire and battery and 2,000 photos of tourists to potentially be cut up into collage masterpieces. more ›

For those of you who don't care for loud protests, cannot afford to donate, or don't like signing petitions, here's the best way you can show your support for gay marriage. This cute sticker at right -- tastefully adorned with two twee red hearts, measuring a scant 4.5" x 6" (about the size of a postcard) -- which you can get for free. According to this bizarre political activism and/or mobile communications company called CREDO, who are giving the stickers away, "we want everyone to know that we support marriage rights for all couples -- you can let everyone know that you do, too with one of our awesome stickers! You can get one sticker for free. Buy 5 or 50 stickers; we'll donate the profits to fight for marriage equality. For $5 we'll send you 5 stickers; for $25 we'll send 50 stickers." more ›

It's that time of year again, and what great weather for gobbling down a free Ben & Jerry's cone. Help them celebrate 31 years of "scooping the chunkiest, funkiest ice cream, frozen yogurt and sorbet." Check out their new flavors and old favorites, and decide what you want ahead of time. Here's a list of all participating locations in California. Participating San Francisco locations are Macy's, Haight Ashbury, and Fisherman's Wharf. Store hours are Noon to 8 p.m. more ›

We recently discovered San Francisco City Guides' free walking tours last fall, which have been around for 30 years. They offer seasonally-themed tours throughout the year, including their annual Scavenger Hunt in the fall, as well as regular tours in various neighborhoods every day of the week. more ›

Here's another great heads-up from funcheapSF.com. The San Francisco Chamber Orchestra will be performing free concerts in downtown San Francisco, Berkeley, and Palo Alto this weekend. more ›

What with St. Patrick's Day synonymous with binge drinking, the number of drunk drivers on the road increases. Obviously. So, instead of trying to weave home after your ninth round at your favorite local pub, why not catch a cab home paid for Berg Injury Lawyers. See, their the Safe and Sober Free Ride Home for St. Patrick’s Day program will give residents in Alameda, Oakland, SF and Berkeley rides home for free. more ›

Had enough of the Christmas cheer? Laying low on amateur night, aka New Years Eve, with its $50 covers, vomit-saturated Muni buses, and good-luck-getting-a-cab b.s.? Then this Saturday night is where the real party is! Come one, come all to the KnockOut for "Broken presents: Silent Night, Deadly Night," a free, Post-Christmas dance party mixing the best of old-school goth, industrial, new wave, and indie. SFist will be there (we'll be the ones wearing black and burgundy). more ›