Big Art Loop – Portside: Art Parade + Launch Celebration

Date and Time

• Thursday, Nov 6, 2025  4:30pm - 6pm

Location

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Details

Get ready to explore the San Francisco waterfront like never before! The Big Art Loop and the Port of San Francisco are thrilled to announce the launch of Big Art Loop – Portside, an electrifying new collection of ten, large-scale sculptures popping up along the bay. These immersive exhibitions are transforming the San Francisco waterfront into a free, must-see open-air gallery.

Join the Art Parade + Launch Celebration

On November 6th, join a festive walking tour and launch celebration of the Big Art Loop – Portside! This free, family-friendly event (RSVP encouraged) kicks off at Pier 14 with a joyful Art Parade along the waterfront, introducing the public to four of the ten new sculptures installed along the bay-side waterfront between Fisherman’s Wharf and Heron’s Head Park. Sea-themed costumes optional.

What to Expect

• Walk between sculptures beginning at Pier 14 & ending at the Exploratorium
• The Fishwives Sea Shanty Band performing maritime tunes 
• Fin-Tastic Roller Skating Mer-folk + Dancers: The Mermaid Atlantis, Stylisms, & Oracle the Mermaid
• Opportunities to meet the artists & learn about the stories behind the art
• End at the Exploratorium's outdoor art plaza, where participants may choose to attend their After Dark event (adults-only)

Event Partners: Big Art Loop, Sijbrandij Foundation, Building 180, Port of San Francisco, Exploratorium, Downtown SF Partnership, & Coven Art