PIER 39 2010 Calendar of Events

20th Anniversary of the Sea Lions' Arrival

January 19, 2010

12:00-4:00 PM

PIER 39 commemorates the nineteenth anniversary of the sea lions’ arrival. Through the years, these playful pinnipeds have taken up residence to the delight of thousands of spectators. Each January, their numbers soar as hundreds of marine mammals return for the plentiful herring supply in San Francisco Bay. In addition to enjoying hundreds of sea lions in close proximity, visitors can talk with knowledgeable Marine Mammal Center docents and stop by the Whale Bus for a thorough educational experience. PIER 39’s K-Dock has been declared a “Watchable Wildlife” viewing area by the California Watchable Wildlife Project. For further information visit www.pier39.com or call 415-705-5500.

Tulipmania

February 20, 2010 - February 28, 2010

10:00 AM Tours Daily

PIER 39 will be bursting with color as Tulipmania returns February 10-15. Take a peek at this beautiful floral display on both levels of PIER 39 at your leisure or consider joining one of the free guided tulip tours leaving from the Entrance Plaza at 10 AM daily. Stroll the grounds as one of PIER 39's tulip tour guides point out beautiful tulip varieties such as Apricot Beauties, Texas Flames, Purple Princes, Flaming Parrots, Swan Wings, Burgundy Lace and more. The dramatic tulip plantings are often topped with winter vegetables including lettuce, parsley, celery and red chard. It's a photographers' dream! Each tour culminates with complimentary refreshments. For further information visit www.pier39.com or call 415-705-5500.

Fourth of July at PIER 39

July 4, 2010

1:00 - 9:30 PM

PIER 39 celebrates Independence Day with a day filled fun and excitement for the whole family. Enjoy live entertainment in the PIER 39 Entrance Plaza. Following the on-stage entertainment at approximately 9:30 p.m., look up to the sky and enjoy The City of San Francisco’s amazing fireworks display over the Bay. For further information visit www.pier39.com or call 415-705-5500.

Fleet Week at PIER 39

October 9, 2010, 1:00 - 10:00 PM

October 10, 2010, 1:00 - 7:00 PM

Fleet Week is the Bay Area’s opportunity to pay tribute to the men and women of our nation’s armed forces. San Francisco’s waterfront has hosted this popular annual event which features a parade of Navy ships, ship tours, military displays and an amazing air show featuring a stellar performance by the Blue Angels. Throughout the weekend, PIER 39 hosts military bands and outstanding live musical entertainment in the Entrance Plaza. For more information visit www.pier39.com or call 415-705-5500.

PIER 39 Tree Lighting Celebration

 November 21, 2010

3:00 - 6:00 PM

Start off the holiday season by joining PIER 39 for the annual Tree Lighting Celebration. The afternoon’s festivities culminate at 5:30 PM when the sun goes down and the ceremonial countdown begins to illuminate PIER 39’s majestic 60’ tree, adorned with a multitude of glistening ornaments, bows and twinkling lights. For more information visit www.pier39.com or call 415-705-5500.

 *All Events at PIER 39 are weather permitting.