ENJOY TIDES AND TUNES ONBOARD THE FERRY
Enjoy free live entertainment onboard San Francisco Bay Ferry’s Richmond route! Tides and Tunes performances will occur every final Friday of the month from May through October 2026.
LIVE MUSICAL PERFORMANCES WITH A SCENIC VIEW
Groove to performances across multiple genres, including R&B, jazz, and classical music. All Tides & Tunes events from May through October 2026 will occur onboard the Richmond to San Francisco ferry route. Join us from either side of the Bay during the following sailings:
FERRY SCHEDULE
UPCOMING PERFORMANCES
☀️ SUMMER 2026 SEASON ☀️
🎵 7/31: Christian Laremont
Christian Laremont, classical guitarist, plays music from the Renaissance, Baroque and Classical era as well as contemporary pieces.
🎵 8/28: LOLAH
LOLAH’s music blends soulful vocals, heartfelt pop-rock, and feel-good energy that connects people in the moment.
🎵 9/25: Emile Vinet
Emile Vinet is a multi-instrumentalist/vocalist originally from New Orleans. His jazz roots are forever present in his diverse playing style.
🎵 10/30: The Evening Hawks
The Evening Hawks are an acoustic Americana trio whose rich three-part harmonies and inventive arrangements deliver a creative spin on folk, rock, and country favorites.
PAST EVENTS
6/26: Mr. Chubs
- 6/12: Sweet Sally
- 5/29: Feeling Groovy
VALENTINE’S DAY EDITION 💞 2/14
- The Bay Area’s own Vincent Tolliver Quartet delivers dynamic, crowd-pleasing performances that blend jazz artistry and polished ensemble excellence.
- Emile Vinet is a multi-instrumentalist/vocalist originally from New Orleans. His jazz roots are forever present in his diverse playing style.
- 1/02 – Anthony Arya is a Bay Area folk rock recording and performing artist. At age 15 he was on NBC The Voice and since then has released 4 albums winning multiple national awards for his songs.
- 1/09 and 1/23 – LOLAH‘s music blends soulful vocals, heartfelt pop-rock, and feel-good energy that connects people in the moment.
- 1/16 Vallejo DJ Night with Free Music Collective – Sail the San Francisco Bay to live DJ sounds, sweeping skyline views, and an all-ages, feel-good vibe that turns the journey itself into the experience.
FARE PRICES
ADDITIONAL FARE CATEGORIES
Discount Clipper includes Clipper START, RTC Clipper, Senior Clipper and Youth Clipper.
Discount Paper and Mobile Tickets can be used by those 65 or older, 17 or younger or those with Medicare cards or DMV disabled parking placards.
*Discounted youth fares are only available on the SF Bay Ferry mobile app
TICKETS & PAYMENT OPTIONS
There are four ways to pay fares.
- Clipper Card or Mobile Clipper
Using your Clipper Card or mobile Clipper is the easiest way to pay your ferry fare. Tag On during boarding and Tag Off upon arrival in each direction. - Mobile Tap-and-ride
Ferry passengers can now use contactless bank cards—plastic or mobile Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover cards—to pay adult fares. - SF Bay Ferry app
If you’re a riding with a family or group, you can purchase mobile tickets using the SF Bay Ferry app (available to download on iOS and Android). When using your mobile tickets, remember to activate a ticket for each passenger prior to boarding. - Paper tickets
Paper tickets are sold at Bay Crossings in the Ferry Building. You can also purchase paper tickets onboard the ferry using cash or card. You may be required to wait in a second line, so this is the least recommended option.
RIDER TIPS
- Ferries depart on time. Plan to arrive 10-15 minutes prior to your ferry's departure time.
- Using a mobile ticket on the SF Bay Ferry app? Please activate your ticket prior to boarding.
- All trips are first-come, first-served. Please board in an orderly fashion.
- Pay attention to all announcements given by the crew.
- Terminal parking fees are set according to city regulations; check local sources for updated information.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Do I need to book ferry tickets in advance?
If you are traveling alone, no. We encourage you to use Clipper to pay your fare. If you are traveling in a group, tickets can be purchased before boarding on the SF Bay Ferry mobile app. Tickets are sold as one-way only so if you are making a round-trip, simply purchase 2 one-way tickets for the ferry route you will be riding. All ferry trips are first-come, first-served.
How early should I arrive before departure?
We suggest arriving 10-15 minutes before the scheduled ferry departure. All ferry trips are first-come, first-served and may fill up.
What should I bring for boarding?
To board, you will need a valid Clipper card or Clipper on your phone. If you don’t use Clipper, you must have a valid ticket on the SF Bay Ferry app to board. Tickets may also be purchased onboard.
Where on the boat can I enjoy the musical performances?
All live performances will take place indoors on the first floor of the vessel.
Is there food or drink available onboard?
Yes. All vessels have snack bars with food and beverage offerings.
Are ferries wheelchair accessible?
Yes. All vessels and terminal facilities are ADA accessible.
Can I bring my bike or scooter on board?
Yes. All vessels can accommodate bikes and scooters as long as they follow our bikes & scooter guidelines. Bike and scooter stowage is first come, first served. Please remember that vessels have limited capacity for stowage.
Can I stay on board after docking?
No. All passengers must disembark upon arrival at the vessel’s destination terminal. If you are making an immediate round trip, we ask you to disembark and line up for the ride back. We appreciate your cooperation!
How can I submit my musical act to be considered for future Tides & Tunes events?
Please complete the interest form on this webpage.
CONTACT US
For any questions or concerns related to this contest, please reach out to us via our Contact Page.