Revitalizing San Francisco by investing in and organizing projects that bring joy to the streets.

Current Projects

  • Downtown First Thursdays

    A FREE, all-ages monthly party taking place the first Thursday of every month from 5-10pm in the streets of Downtown San Francisco.

  • Night Markets

    Each night market features a dynamic mix of local food vendors, live entertainment, and artisanal goods – offering a taste of San Francisco's rich culture and creativity.

  • Summer Of Music

    Brings musicians of all styles and genres from around The Bay Area to perform outside local businesses throughout six neighborhoods across the city all summer long.

  • Halloween in the Castro

    Halloween in the Castro continues the tradition of celebrating the neighborhood’s most beloved holiday as only the Castro can!

  • The Civic Joy Corps

    On the first Saturday of each month, we partner with local community groups to revitalize, and uplift different neighborhoods, fostering a sense of unity and pride.

  • Paint The City

    In year two, Paint the City will help transform another 250 utility boxes across San Francisco with the help of 24 different local artists.

  • Clean Up The City

    With 10 cleanups across 8 neighborhoods, we partner with Refuse Refuse, DPW, and local community groups to organize and promote these impactful events.

Follow Us On Instagram

Access our Events Calendar

Civic Joy Fund invests in and organizes regular night markets, neighborhood block parties, and community events. Add our events to your calendar to know what’s happening in your city.

Everything is always free!