Sigmund Stern Recreation Grove

Today Stern Grove, a natural amphitheater surrounded by giant eucalyptus, redwood, and fir trees, is one of Northern California’s favorite concert sites, presenting Grammy Award winners, Rock & Roll Hall of Famers and exciting new artists to thousands of attendees each year. In keeping with Mrs. Stern’s vision, the wide selection of performers reflects the Festival’s commitment to exceptional programming and to serving diverse audiences. A beloved Bay Area tradition, every summer Sunday, family and friends gather to relax, picnic, and enjoy performances by some of the world’s greatest artists in this glorious natural setting. While Stern Grove itself is still owned and operated by the City of San Francisco, and Mrs. Stern’s descendants remain actively involved, today the Festival is truly a community institution. Each year, the Festival must raise nearly $3 million to produce concerts and related outreach and education programs. Individual donors, volunteers, foundations, government agencies, and businesses provide the generous support that makes it all possible.