Public Space Summit

The Public Space Summit is the SF Parks Alliance gathering of community leaders and public space improvers. Attendees learn and discuss how to fundraise with ease, implement public art in San Francisco, navigate city permitting processes, and more. 

Date
2025 TBD

Address
Southeast Community Center

1550 Evans Ave, San Francisco, CA 94124

About

The Public Space Summit is our annual one-day conference that include a series of workshops, panels, and networking opportunities with people like you who want to shape the future of San Francisco parks and public spaces. If you’ve ever wanted to host an outdoor event, improve your local playground, or add a mural to that eyesore of a blank wall in your neighborhood, the Public Space Summit is for you.

Tickets

Tickets for the 2025 Public Space Summit are not currently on sale.

Please reach out to partners@sfparksalliance.org with any questions on tickets.

The 2025 Public Space Summit schedule has not yet been announced. Check out the 2023 schedule for a taste of what’s to come!

The 2025 Public Space Summit speakers have not yet been announced. Check out the 2023 speakers for a taste of what’s to come!

FAQs

SF Parks Alliance is not requiring proof of vaccination from attendees of the 2024 Public Space Summit. The Summit will take place in both indoor and outdoor settings. We will have masks on site if you’d like to wear one during indoor sessions, but if you’re feeling under the weather we encourage you to stay home.

Throughout the day, SF Parks Alliance will provide all attendees with breakfast, coffee, boxed lunches, and snacks. In the later afternoon we will have a “schmoozing hour” with hors devours and wine/beer. All participants are asked to bring a water bottle to help minimize waste.

All groups within SF Parks Alliance’s Community Partner Network qualify for two (2) free tickets to the Public Space Summit. Additional ticketing tier information is available on the ticketing page.

Please reach out to partners@sfparksalliance.org with any questions around tickets and/or pricing.

SF Parks Alliance believes that everyone has something to learn and contribute at our annual Public Space Summit. Whether you are an active volunteer in our city’s parks, a long-time community organizer who is looking to connect with like-minded folks, or an individual who is looking for inspiration and tips to engage with your neighbors, this Summit will provide the tools and connections to create lasting change in your community.

Both attendees and speakers at the Summit come from a diversity of personal and professional backgrounds, and are eager to connect at this conference and beyond.

Currently, SF Parks Alliance does not have plans for a virtual component to the 2024 Summit.

Attendees are welcome to join the Summit late or leave early, if needed.

We cannot offer a reduced ticket price for attending only part of the conference, but we will have SF Parks Alliance staff stationed outside of the venue for the entirety of the day to welcome guests who may be joining late.

The Southeast Community Center in India Basin is ADA accessible. Please reach out to us at partners@sfparksalliance.org with any additional accessibility questions or concerns.

We’re excited to talk with potential sponsors for the Public Space Summit, as the event is a great opportunity for brands and organizations to get in front of a community of active park improvers, volunteers, and users. 

Please reach out to Steve Fredericks, Director of Development, at SteveF@sfparksalliance.org to learn more about potential sponsorship opportunities. 

The ‘Project’ track of sessions revolves around skills and ideas that you can apply directly to your project, while the ‘General’ track of sessions is more focused on case studies, panels, and talks that aim to inspire and offer opportunities to ask questions and connect with peers.

The SE PUC Community Center is served by the Muni T Line and 15 Bus.
There are bike racks on site as well as a BayWheels station in front of the Community Center on Evans.
There is street parking available in the surrounding neighborhood.

At this year’s Summit, we will be providing one on one support for attendees with ongoing work. If you’re interested in receiving support in the following categories (see below) please select the topic that best represents your needs when purchasing a ticket. Please note: Space is limited, a SF Parks Alliance staff member will reach out to confirm availability.

    • Fundraising and Budgeting
    • Marketing, Outreach, and Social Media
    • Event Planning
    • Grant Application
    • Landscaping and Capital Improvements

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