Here’s the Scoop: Summer Gets Sweeter at Fairmont San Francisco
As summer begins at Fairmont San Francisco, enjoy nostalgic treats, rooftop games, movie nights, recreational experiences, and more as we invite guests to make the most of the season.
Explore the daily activities waiting throughout the hotel from Memorial Day (May 25) to Labor Day (September 7) as every day deserves a cherry on top!
Featured Experience Scoops Sweets & Soda
Step into a nostalgic soda shop experience with hand-scooped ice cream, fizzy floats, and beloved Fairmont classics like the Banana Bonanza Banana Split and Coffee Crunch Cake.
Summer Time Experiences & Activities
Scoops Sweets & Soda
THURSDAYS – SUNDAYS
Stop by Scoop’s for a refreshing treat. From classic scoops to playful toppings, every day deserves a cherry on top.
Outside Laurel Court, Lobby Level
1:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Grand Pickle-Ballroom
DAILY
Step into the Grand Ballroom reimagined for pickleball—an unexpected setting for lively, all-ages play.
Grand Ballroom
9:00 am – 7:00 pm
Guests without the Urban Experience Fee are welcome to play for $30 per hour
Games & Garden Fun
DAILY
Enjoy board games, garden games and more as you discover all the fun around Fairmont San Francisco.
BOARD GAMES
Cirque Bar, Lobby Level
6:00 am – 9:00 pm
LAWN GAMES
Rooftop Garden, Lobby Level
All-day
Trivia Nights
EVERY TUESDAY
Gather your team for a lively evening of Trivia in Laurel Court. A host will guide guests through fun rounds of questions, with prizes for the winners. Enjoy Laurel Court drink and bar specials during the event.
Laurel Court, Lobby Level
7:00 pm
Guests without the Urban Experience Fee are welcome to enjoy Trivia Night for $20 per person
Hotel History Tours
EVERY WEDNESDAY
Discover the fascinating stories behind the iconic Fairmont San Francisco during a guided hotel history tour by San Francisco City Guides. Learn about the hotel’s role in the city’s past, famous guests, and architectural details.
Hotel Lobby
11:00 am – 11:30 am
Guests without the Urban Experience Fee are welcome to enjoy the Hotel History Tour for $20 per person.
Wine Pour
EVERY THURSDAY
Experience the art of wine tasting at Bin 415, the bespoke wine shop at Fairmont San Francisco. Enjoy an educational, sommelier-guided tasting featuring a specially selected wine in an intimate and inviting setting.
Bin 415 Tasting Room, Lobby Level
4:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Guests without the Urban Experience Fee are welcome to join for $15 per person
Gallery Tours
EVERY FRIDAY
Explore artistic legacy of Nob Hill with an engaging guided gallery tour led by Gefen curators. Explore unique works and iconic masterpieces designed to inspire curiosity and conversation.
Gefen Gallery, Lobby Level
3:30 pm
Guests with the Urban Experience Fee may enjoy 20% off purchases, plus complimentary shipping
Movie Nights
EVERY FRIDAY
Settle in for a cozy family movie night in the Venetian Ballroom, transformed into a relaxed cinema setting for guests of all ages.
Venetian Room, Lobby Level
5:00 pm
Morning Stretch
EVERY SATURDAY
Start the weekend feeling refreshed with a guided 30-minute stretch hosted by Arc Yoga. This gentle morning class focuses on relaxation, mobility, and mindfulness.
French Room, Lobby Level
10:15 am – 10:45 am
Guests without the Urban Experience Fee are welcome to join for $20 per person
Family Fun Around Every Corner
This summer, family fun reaches new heights at Fairmont San Francisco. The hotel now offers guest rooms featuring bunk beds—creating a playful retreat designed with families in mind. To make multi-generational stays even sweeter, overnight guests dining at Laurel Court enjoy complimentary meals for children under 5 and 50% off meals for children ages 6–12 with the purchase of an adult entrée. From playful moments to memorable family traditions, every stay is designed to bring generations together.