San Francisco • United States

Pier 48

Knuckle Wharf, San Francisco, 94158 Open in Google Maps

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Upcoming events at Pier 48

No upcoming events listed

There are currently no tickets listed for this venue. Check back soon for newly announced tour dates.

Typical price by section over the last 30 days

Recent past events at Pier 48

  1. Eric Prydz

    $227.01

    recorded Sun, Nov 1, 2026

Each price is the lowest listed ticket for that show at the last check we recorded.

What time do doors open at Pier 48?

While the primary façade of the pier structure faces San Francisco Bay, public entry points for live events are typically established on its inland side, accessible from Terry Francois Boulevard.

Door times vary by event — check your ticket or the venue's own website on the day.

How do I get to Pier 48, San Francisco?

Pier 48 is at Knuckle Wharf, San Francisco, 94158. Open in Google Maps

By train and tube

The nearest mainline station is Caltrain's 4th and King Street Station, which also serves the T Third Street Muni Metro light rail line. Pier 48 is approximately a 12-minute walk south-east from this station, proceeding along King Street and then turning south onto Terry Francois Boulevard towards the pier.

By bus

Key Muni bus routes, including the 30 (Jackson-Divisadero), 45 (Union-Stockton), and 47 (Van Ness), have stops within a short walk of the 4th and King Street Station. The T Third Street Muni Metro line offers direct connections with stops at Mission Rock and 2nd & King, providing access from various city districts.

By car and parking

Several paid parking facilities are available in the vicinity of Oracle Park and Mission Rock. "Lot A" and "Lot C" at Oracle Park are typically within a 5-minute walk, while a Pier 48 Parking Garage may offer direct adjacency depending on public access arrangements for specific events. Parking fees are substantial, especially on event nights, and the area experiences significant traffic congestion. Advance online booking is strongly recommended to secure a space.

Entry and security

While the primary façade of the pier structure faces San Francisco Bay, public entry points for live events are typically established on its inland side, accessible from Terry Francois Boulevard. Queue arrangements are often external and subject to weather conditions. Standard bag checks and security screenings are strictly enforced. To ensure a smooth entry and secure a preferred standing position, arriving 45-60 minutes before the advertised door time is advisable.

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