I might go to this just so I have an excuse to visit Farm Sanctuary.


World Vegetarian Day in San Francisco

SFVS & IDA co-present 2-day event in Golden Gate Park

San Francisco, California—named for Saint Francis, patron saint of animals—is one of the most vegetarian-friendly cities on the planet, making it a fitting location for a World Vegetarian Day celebration co-presented by the San Francisco Vegetarian Society (SFVS) and IDA. If you've been thinking about taking a vacation in the City by the Bay—America's top tourist destination—then be sure to time your visit to coincide with this special two-day event.

SFVS and IDA's World Vegetarian Day celebration will take place at the San Francisco County Fair Building in beautiful Golden Gate Park (click here for a map) on Saturday, September 30th and Sunday, October 1st from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. The festival will feature:

World-renowned speakers John Robbins, Howard Lyman, Dr. John McDougall, Dr. Joel Fuhrman, Dr. Doug Graham, IDA Spokesperson Kenneth Williams and more
The OrganicAthlete Conference on Saturday, September 30th with speakers and presentations from top vegan athletes
International vegan cuisine and healthy food demos
Vegan vendors and non-profit booths
A fabulous eco-fashion show
Live entertainment
A catered vegan dinner (Saturday at 6:00 p.m.) for $12
World Vegetarian Day is free to kids, students and seniors. It is also free to everyone who comes before 10:30 a.m., after which a $5 donation is suggested.

Veg Visitor Resources:

San Francisco boasts over 20 vegetarian and vegan restaurants (and about 90 in the greater Bay Area) that run the gamut of cuisines, from the culinary stylings of Millennium to Café Gratitude's exquisite raw foods and Golden Era's vegan Vietnamese. Consult Bay Area Vegetarians' "Ultimate Guide to Veg Living in the Bay Area" to read reviews of the Bay Area's array of vegan restaurants.

There are two farmed animal sanctuaries within driving distance of San Francisco: Animal Place and Farm Sanctuary. Please go to their websites for more information on planning visits to these wonderful places where rescued cows, pigs, turkeys, chickens, ducks, goats, sheep and rabbits live naturally in peace and harmony without fear of abuse or slaughter.

Visit the San Francisco Convention & Visitor's Bureau for more information about planning a trip to the Bay Area, from finding an affordable hotel to exciting sights and activities that you and your family can enjoy during your stay.