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The Cow Palace was exclusively a venue for livestock shows when it first opened in 1941. During World War II it was rented out for $1 a year to the federal government, and in 1949, Cow Palace became one of San Francisco's premier venues for entertainment. Everything from political conventions to roller derby and pro basketball to the Golden Gate Kennel Club Dog Show has had a home at the Cow Palace. Today a full concert schedule is in operation year-round. It is a large, open arena, with several smaller buildings for exhibitions. The Cow Palace can seat or stand 14,000 people for boxing, 10,000 or more for conventions.
It is a LARGE indoor arena in mostly in Daly City, California that borders neighboring San Francisco (Hence the 2 Zip codes in the Address). The 14,500-seat arena is flanked by two adjoining exhibit halls; there are also two separate halls behind it, where pooches strut at the annual San Francisco Dog and Kennel Show. The Cow Palace offers a blast to the past, back to the days without a lot of variety offered (for example, you can't get much more to eat here than a hot dog, popcorn and beer). But there's plenty of parking and access from 101 and 280. This is a perfect spot for events such as the circus and the Grand National rodeo.
Located at: 2600 Geneva Avenue, Daly City, CA 94014 and 2600 Geneva Ave, San Francisco, CA 94134.
Opens on Mondays through Saturdays from 10:00am to 5:00pm
Closed on Sundays Phone: (415) 404-4111Website: www.cowpalace.com/ Other Contact: Fax: 415-469-6111
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If you happen to be in San Francisco during April-early May, it would definitely be worth your while to check out the San Francisco International Film Festival. Held in Japantown and all across the city (with some showing in Berkeley and Palo Alto as well), this festival is one of the oldest of its kind in America. They screen upwards of 200 movies in a 4-week period... movies are showing morning, day and night. And they're fantastic. Some are more famous pictures that go on for wider release (Spirited Away, 5x2, Asoka, Black Sheep, Eagle vs. Shark have all had their debut there), some are small indie foreign films that you most likely will never hear from again. There are sometimes directors or writers brought in to have a lovely Q&A session after the screening.
Due to the congested nature of the festival, most films are only screened a couple times, and tickets are tight. There is a standby line for all shows, in case you couldn't get tickets ahead of time (though that is highly recommended). Luckily, tickets are no more expensive than a regular movie (~$10), and it is a great experience; you will love the films you see. I've been for over 5 years now, seeing an average of 4 films a year, and I can say that none of them have ever disappointed me. They're gems. Phone: 415-561-5000Website: http://www.sfiff.org/
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In May, the Mission District usually holds a parade commemorating Carnival. It contains numerous dancers, musicians, and local groups parading through the neighborhood streets. Similar (but not quite as crazy) as Rio's Carnival. It provides a great day out in the Mission, taking pictures, and staying on to sample the fabulous food that is only a few blocks away. Get out there, dance in the streets, and enjoy the festive atmosphere.
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