Events: Building Event

Voss Gallery and the Ferry Building are thrilled to announce, “Urban Tides: A San Francisco Story,” an unprecedented open call seeking to illuminate the vibrant soul of the Bay Area through the lenses of its most creative artists.

This juried group exhibition aims to capture the unique narrative of San Francisco—a city where the pulse of urban energy harmoniously blends with the allure of natural beauty. By featuring some of the Bay Area’s most compelling artistic talents, this event not only offers a prestigious platform at Voss Gallery but also provides 20 of the showcased artists an extraordinary opportunity to magnify their work at the iconic Ferry Building.

“Urban Tides: A San Francisco Story” embodies a celebration of the region’s enchanting essence and the Ferry Building’s enduring legacy as a landmark of innovation, elegance, and a gateway to the heart of San Francisco. Join us in showcasing the dynamic and diverse stories that make the Bay Area an epicenter of artistic excellence.

Open call for art submissions open now through May 12th! Click here for details and application.

Featured image credit: Artist Josh Hailey

Voss Gallery and the Ferry Building are thrilled to announce, “Urban Tides: A San Francisco Story,” an unprecedented open call seeking to illuminate the vibrant soul of the Bay Area through the lenses of its most creative artists.

This juried group exhibition aims to capture the unique narrative of San Francisco—a city where the pulse of urban energy harmoniously blends with the allure of natural beauty. By featuring some of the Bay Area’s most compelling artistic talents, this event not only offers a prestigious platform at Voss Gallery but also provides 20 of the showcased artists an extraordinary opportunity to magnify their work at the iconic Ferry Building.

“Urban Tides: A San Francisco Story” embodies a celebration of the region’s enchanting essence and the Ferry Building’s enduring legacy as a landmark of innovation, elegance, and a gateway to the heart of San Francisco. Join us in showcasing the dynamic and diverse stories that make the Bay Area an epicenter of artistic excellence.

Open call for art submissions open now through May 12th! Click here for details and application.

Featured image credit: Artist Josh Hailey

An hour of yoga during your lunch hour is a great way to get out of your office, love your body in community, reconnect to your breath, listen to soulful tunes, and recharge your energy for the day. We’re so glad you choose to spend this precious time with us!

This vinyasa yoga classes combine accessible and creative flows, dynamic stretching, and core work. All-levels flow moves at a steady, accessible pace so you can slow down, connect to each movement and breath, while still offering some challenge. Headphones are provided to create an immersive sound experience, so it’s easy to hear the teacher, to stay present with the practice, and to enjoy a mix of zen and fun soulful beats!

Please bring your own mat. 

Join us for Ferry Flicks at the Fort Point Beer Garden on Friday nights in May at sundown!

This season of Ferry Flicks is dedicated to some of our favorite films about birthdays – a nod to Fort Point’s 10 Year Anniversary celebration this year.

“Sixteen Candles”

A girl’s sixteenth birthday is forgotten by her family who are distracted by the upcoming wedding of her older sister, and to compound things, she has a crush on a popular older classmate and is suffering the unwanted attentions of a sophomoric geek.

Film begins around 8 PM.

Tickets include picnic table seating inside the Fort Point Beer Garden and snacks (as indicated per ticket).

Seating is limited, so register early! Know before you go:

– The screen will be located on the FERRY BUILDING NORTH PLAZA, perfectly viewable from the Fort Point Beer Garden.

– It gets chilly on the SF waterfront, so be prepared! Bring jackets and blankets to stay cozy.

– Purchase additional snacks and candy inside the building before the show. (Check individual shop hours here.)

Visit HEAD WEST Marketplace at San Francisco’s beloved Ferry Building! Every first Sunday of the month, Head West will bring Bay Area Makers, Crafters, Designers, Artists + Vintage Merchants to the Ferry Building’s beautiful back plaza.

HEAD WEST is a Local, Outdoor Retail Marketplace — created out of the need for accessible and affordable physical space, Founder Jimmy Brower curates an open-air experience that brings together the ideals of the modern maker with the spirit of the traveling vagabond. The marketplace provides an ‘in-real-life’ platform for new, emerging + established brands to have selling space multiple times per month at various iconic and well-known venues around the Bay.

The Mission of HEAD WEST is to provide an environment that supports and embraces local creativity + the spirit of entrepreneurship. Through connecting people, it assists in preserving arts + culture, realizing it’s impact on the local economy + providing for the well-bring of the people that keep these ideals alive. Those creatives + entrepreneurs that identify as BIPOC and/or LGBTQIA+ are strongly encouraged to apply.

An hour of yoga during your lunch hour is a great way to get out of your office, love your body in community, reconnect to your breath, listen to soulful tunes, and recharge your energy for the day. We’re so glad you choose to spend this precious time with us!

This vinyasa yoga classes combine accessible and creative flows, dynamic stretching, and core work. All-levels flow moves at a steady, accessible pace so you can slow down, connect to each movement and breath, while still offering some challenge. Headphones are provided to create an immersive sound experience, so it’s easy to hear the teacher, to stay present with the practice, and to enjoy a mix of zen and fun soulful beats!

Please bring your own mat. 

Join us for Ferry Flicks at the Fort Point Beer Garden on Friday nights in May at sundown!

This season of Ferry Flicks is dedicated to some of our favorite films about birthdays – a nod to Fort Point’s 10 Year Anniversary celebration this year.

“Big”

At a carnival, young Josh Baskin wishes he was big – only to awake the next morning and discover he is! With the help of his friend Billy, Josh lands a job at a toy company. But the more he experiences being an adult, the more Josh longs for the simple joys of childhood.

Film begins around 8 PM.

Tickets include picnic table seating inside the Fort Point Beer Garden and snacks (as indicated per ticket).

Seating is limited, so register early! Know before you go:

– The screen will be located on the FERRY BUILDING NORTH PLAZA, perfectly viewable from the Fort Point Beer Garden.

– It gets chilly on the SF waterfront, so be prepared! Bring jackets and blankets to stay cozy.

– Purchase additional snacks and candy inside the building before the show. (Check individual shop hours here.)

Fill your home and garden with local and rare plants at the Gardeneur Plant Market!

The Ferry Building front plaza will be filled with a variety of indoor and outdoor plants from 10 AM – 4 PM on the front Plazas. Don’t forget to grab your favorite food and drinks inside the Ferry Building Marketplace!

Join us in the Marketplace for a ‘Ferry Family Day’ of gift making for Mothers and Mother Figures! Create beautiful pop-up cards, jewelry, and flower crafts.

Find the activity table by Cholita Linda and Delica in the central Marketplace.

This event is free and open to the public.

Indulge your sweet tooth and embrace your creativity while learning a new skill that is sure to impress your friends and family!

Join us on Mother’s Day – Sunday, May 12th – at 1:30pm for an afternoon of cookie decorating fun! Learn the cookie art basics from baking pros and decorate tasty cookie masterpieces of your very own. You will leave class with a beautifully boxed custom cookie bouquet perfect for gifting or eating, plus all the tips, tricks, and recipes you need to decorate your own royal icing cookies at home.

Space is limited. Due to preparation for this class, all sales are final.

An hour of yoga during your lunch hour is a great way to get out of your office, love your body in community, reconnect to your breath, listen to soulful tunes, and recharge your energy for the day. We’re so glad you choose to spend this precious time with us!

This vinyasa yoga classes combine accessible and creative flows, dynamic stretching, and core work. All-levels flow moves at a steady, accessible pace so you can slow down, connect to each movement and breath, while still offering some challenge. Headphones are provided to create an immersive sound experience, so it’s easy to hear the teacher, to stay present with the practice, and to enjoy a mix of zen and fun soulful beats!

Please bring your own mat. 

Join us for Ferry Flicks at the Fort Point Beer Garden on Friday nights in May at sundown!

This season of Ferry Flicks is dedicated to some of our favorite films about birthdays – a nod to Fort Point’s 10 Year Anniversary celebration this year.

“The Princess Diaries”

In this modern-day fable, a European queen travels to San Francisco to find her long-lost granddaughter and groom her for the throne.

Film begins around 8 PM.

Tickets include picnic table seating inside the Fort Point Beer Garden and snacks (as indicated per ticket).

Seating is limited, so register early! Know before you go:

– The screen will be located on the FERRY BUILDING NORTH PLAZA, perfectly viewable from the Fort Point Beer Garden.

– It gets chilly on the SF waterfront, so be prepared! Bring jackets and blankets to stay cozy.

– Purchase additional snacks and candy inside the building before the show. (Check individual shop hours here.)

An hour of yoga during your lunch hour is a great way to get out of your office, love your body in community, reconnect to your breath, listen to soulful tunes, and recharge your energy for the day. We’re so glad you choose to spend this precious time with us!

This vinyasa yoga classes combine accessible and creative flows, dynamic stretching, and core work. All-levels flow moves at a steady, accessible pace so you can slow down, connect to each movement and breath, while still offering some challenge. Headphones are provided to create an immersive sound experience, so it’s easy to hear the teacher, to stay present with the practice, and to enjoy a mix of zen and fun soulful beats!

Please bring your own mat. 

Join us for Ferry Flicks at the Fort Point Beer Garden on Friday nights in May at sundown!

This season of Ferry Flicks is dedicated to some of our favorite films about birthdays – a nod to Fort Point’s 10 Year Anniversary celebration this year.

“Harry Potter & The Sorcerer’s Stone”

On his eleventh birthday, Harry Potter learns he is the orphaned son of two powerful wizards and possesses magical powers of his own. He is summoned from his life as an unwanted child to become a student at Hogwarts. There, he meets friends who become his closest allies and help him discover the truth about his parents’ mysterious deaths.

Film begins around 8 PM.

Tickets include picnic table seating inside the Fort Point Beer Garden and snacks (as indicated per ticket).

Seating is limited, so register early! Know before you go:

– The screen will be located on the FERRY BUILDING NORTH PLAZA, perfectly viewable from the Fort Point Beer Garden.

– It gets chilly on the SF waterfront, so be prepared! Bring jackets and blankets to stay cozy.

– Purchase additional snacks and candy inside the building before the show. (Check individual shop hours here.)

An hour of yoga during your lunch hour is a great way to get out of your office, love your body in community, reconnect to your breath, listen to soulful tunes, and recharge your energy for the day. We’re so glad you choose to spend this precious time with us!

This vinyasa yoga classes combine accessible and creative flows, dynamic stretching, and core work. All-levels flow moves at a steady, accessible pace so you can slow down, connect to each movement and breath, while still offering some challenge. Headphones are provided to create an immersive sound experience, so it’s easy to hear the teacher, to stay present with the practice, and to enjoy a mix of zen and fun soulful beats!

Please bring your own mat.