What's on in San Francisco

Details of what's on in San Francisco throughout the year

San Francisco is home to the longest-running film festival in America, the International Film Festival, which takes place in April. It champions films from the around the world which usually have not secured a place in the US market, giving you the opportunity to catch the next big art-house hit before it arrives.

San Francisco is known for its vibrant gay community, which breaks out in celebration during Gay Pride in June, which includes a colourful parade replete with floats and carnival spirit.

The Cherry Blossom Festival takes place in late April in Japantown, where thousands gather to see the blossoming of the cherry flowers.