Ski bums and fall merch on the cheap? That’s one damn good weekend.

BUY
Nan Handbags Sample Sale
What: Cute carryalls (and fromage and champagne) at up to 50 percent off.
Why: One giant step for Nankind.
When: Sat., noon-5 p.m.
Where: Mingle, 1815 Union St., b/t Octavia & Laguna Sts. (415-674-8811).

October Fashionfest
What: Pancakes, bloodies, and the wares of more than 30 local designers.
Why: The breakfast of champions.
When: Sun., noon-5 p.m.
Where: 12 Galaxies, 2565 Mission St., at 22nd St. (415-970-9777).

Glam.com Launch Party
What: Get the down-low on the new site and 15 percent off HeidiSays fall merch (when you bring in a copy of this e-mail).
Why: Stop. Glamour time.
When: Thurs., 5-8 p.m.
Where: HeidiSays, 2426 Fillmore St., at Washington St. (415-749-0655).

SEE
Icer Air
What: Professional skiers and snowboarders compete to get the most air on an 800-foot ski jump packed with snow.
Why: Ice, ice, baby.
When: Thurs., 11 a.m.-4 p.m.
Where: Fillmore St., b/t Broadway & Green Sts.

HEAR
Gulf Coast Relief Benefit Concert
What: Papa Mali and other New Orleans-related Bay Area Musicians rock out for a good cause.
Why: You love Big Papa.
When: Sun. at 5:30 p.m.
Where: The Independent, 628 Divisadero St., b/t Hayes & Grove Sts. (415-771-1421). Tickets available at ticketweb.com.