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Hey, Standard Members — we’ve got your VIP invite to Stern Grove’s Big Picnic Weekend

Get ready to dance with Damian “Jr. Gong” and Stephen Marley, and enter to win a reserved table for 10 at Stern Grove Festival.

Stern Grove Festival featuring Damian 'Jr. Gong' Marley and Stephen Marley on August 16, 2025, with colorful geometric arch designs on a green background.
Win a VIP table at Stern Grove Festival on Saturday, August 16!

It’s your last chance to experience the magic of Stern Grove this summer!

Our reserved table for 10 is right by the stage during Damian “Jr. Gong” and Stephen Marley’s show, and we’re giving Standard Members a chance to win it. 

The Big Picnic Weekend VIP experience on Saturday, August 16, includes reserved seating for 10 people, expedited check-in, parking, and access to the Grove Lounge, with hosted bars and private restrooms. 

Can’t make it to the show? Don’t miss a beat and tune in to our exclusive festival livestream on SFStandard.com, YouTube, and X at 2 p.m. PST on Saturday, August 16. 

Thanks for being a Standard Member, and best of luck!

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NO PURCHASE NECESSARY. VOID WHERE PROHIBITED BY LAW. Open to legal residents of the 50 U.S. states and Washington, D.C., of legal age of majority and have access to the internet and a valid email address. Odds of winning depend on the number of eligible entries received. Subject to Official Rules, additional eligibility restrictions apply.