San Francisco Summer Festivals 2008

Even the creeping fog and Pacific winds of a San Francisco summer can't stop the concept of "free." From concerts at Stern Grove, to the San Francisco Pride event, and the long-running Haight Ashbury Street Fair, large numbers of humans descend on San Francisco -- or ascend, depending on the event.

Here's the rundown of some of our annual outdoor traditions:

• San Francisco Summer Festivals 2008
• Monthly Arts & Entertainment Calendars

^{Pictured: North Beach Festival
Photo © Ingrid Taylar}