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Over the years, San Francisco has been one of the most requested cities for our Darkroom City Tour. After five years of hosting these meetups around the country, we’re excited to finally bring it to the Bay Area in 2026 and spend the weekend with the film community.
We’ll be hosting two free public events across Friday and Saturday: a Photo Walk and a Beers & Cameras meetup. The Photo Walk is still open, but Beers & Cameras is now completely sold out due to limited capacity. Please read and review the event details for recommended nearby brewery overflow options if you were unable to secure a ticket. We’ll be joined by a great film crew and are excited to team up with Freestyle Photo and Pentax to make this a special weekend in San Francisco.
March 21st, Saturday – Waterfront Photowalk
3:00 PM – Meet at China Basin Park for welcome + introductions.
3:00-5:00 PM – A public waterfront photowalk at a casual pace with frequent stops. The route is approximately 1 mile and will end at Crane Cove Park. Open to the public with a large group expected.
March 21st, Saturday – Beers & Cameras (Sold Out)
Our Beers & Cameras meetup is now completely sold out due to limited capacity. If you weren’t able to get tickets, we recommend checking out nearby spots like Harmonic Brewing, which is not far from the end of our photo walk, or Ballast Point Brewing Mission Bay as an easy overflow option. We’re expecting a very large turnout for the photowalk, so many people will naturally split off to different locations afterward, and there are also several other great restaurants, bars, and breweries in the area to continue hanging out with fellow film photographers.
Event Essentials:
As you prepare for the upcoming film photography events in San Francisco, here are a few tips to ensure you have a great time:
1. Keep an Eye on the Weather: March in San Francisco can be cool and changeable (sun, wind, and a surprise sprinkle all in the same hour). Check the forecast as the weekend gets closer and plan for layers.
2. Comfortable Walking Shoes: San Francisco has hills. Your feet will notice. Wear comfortable shoes you can walk in for a while.
3. Bring Plenty of Film (duh): You’ll have plenty of chances to shoot, so bring more film than you think you’ll need. Whether you’re shooting 35mm or 120, it’s always better to have extra on hand. And of course, we’d love to see what you make, so be sure to tag us, @thedarkroomlab / #thedarkroomlab_SF26!
4. Hotel Tips: If you’re coming from out of town, consider staying near public transit (BART/Muni) to make getting around easy. Neighborhoods like South San Francisco, Daly City, and areas outside the downtown core can often be more budget-friendly while still being a quick ride into the city.
Follow @thedarkroomlab & @beersandcameras for updates!
The Darkroom Film Crew:
Jonathan Paragas — IG @kingjvpes YT kingjvpes
Also known as KingJvpes, Jonathan is a Bay Area film photographer who started shooting in 2016 and built a channel to help others learn film. Focused on documenting current life, he leans into street photography to build a long-term body of work.
Sissi Lu — IG @sissi_lu YT @sissi_lu TikTok @sissi_lu
A New York-based photographer whose work explores the themes of memory, family, and human connection through analogue photography. Sissi shares her passion and insights with a diverse and engaged community through videos on TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube.
Jason Kummerfeldt — IG @50_shades_of_jason YT GrainyDays
Beloved by few and hated by most, Jason Kummerfeldt is a California-based YouTuber and “photographer” with almost a decade of film photography under his belt and nothing good to show for it. He also owes me money.
Teri Bocko – IG @teribocko YT teribphotograph
Teri has spent the last decade photographing weddings on digital and film, primarily on rangefinder cameras. She shoots about forty weddings a year, all over the world, and is known for an artistic style, embracing an analog approach. Teri resides on the Oregon Coast and enjoys rainy days, collecting vinyl records and ghost hunting tv shows. A rare morning person; happiest with coffee, a camera and exploring somewhere new.
Caleb Knueven — IG @calebkneven YT Bad Flashes
Caleb was born on the fringe of society, destined to explore the abandoned world around, longing for the stories that seep from the peeling painted walls. Photography is exploration, is freedom, is life. He loves long walks on the beach with his M6, a finely crafted cup of coffee, atomic fireball candies, and BBQ.
Juan Martinez — IG @beersandcameras
Juan Carlos Martinez is a passionate photographer who rediscovered his love for the craft after the birth of his kids. He founded Beers and Cameras after organizing casual meetups with friends at breweries. Now with chapters across the U.S., B&C has become a community for photographers who love connecting with like-minded individuals.
Trev Lee — IG @trevlee / @thedarkroomlab
An Ohio based photographer focused on documenting everyday life on film. Trev is the Director of Marketing at The Darkroom, where he’s spent the past decade helping grow and connect the film photography community. Through both his personal work and his role at the lab, he’s passionate about keeping film photography accessible and thriving.