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San Francisco Prepares for Seven Major Concerts in Golden Gate Park

City agencies have implemented road closures, expanded transit service with community outreach in a plan estimated to accommodate half a million visitors alongside a $50 million economic boost.

Overview

  • Dead & Company’s three-night Grateful Dead 60th anniversary run from Aug. 1–3 at the Polo Field sold out all 165,000 tickets, drawing about 60,000 fans daily.
  • Outside Lands Music Festival is set for Aug. 8–10 with headliners Tyler, The Creator; Doja Cat; and Hozier across multiple stages.
  • Country star Zach Bryan and Kings of Leon will cap the series with a final ticketed show on Aug. 15.
  • Key park roads including sections of JFK Drive and Middle Drive will close, Muni will boost 5-Fulton and N-Judah service and shuttle and bike options are recommended for attendees.
  • Officials project the seven events will attract nearly half a million attendees and inject more than $50 million into the local economy.