San Francisco August Festivals & Street Fairs
- 150th Anniversary Cable Car Celebration – Wednesday, August 2, 2023
- Jerry Day – Saturday, August 5, 2023
- 49th Annual Nihonmachi Street Fair – Saturday & Sunday, August 5-6, 2023
- 2nd Annual Chinatown Lion Dance Festival – Saturday, August 12, 2023
- Pistahan 30th Anniversary Filipino Festival & Parade – Saturday & Sunday, August 12-13, 2023
- “Summer Ferry Fest” Ferry Building’s 125th Anniversary – Thursday, August 17, 2023
- “King of the Streets” 500+ Lowrider Show & Car Hopping Contest – Saturday, August 19, 2023
- Yerba Buena Gardens Dance Day – Saturday, August 19, 2023
- Annual Dahlia Competition in Golden Gate Park – Saturday & Sunday, August 19-20, 2023
- “Festival of Chariots” in Golden Gate Park – Sunday, August 20, 2023
- Civic Center Carnival – Thursday-Sunday, August 24-27, 2023
- Hungry Ghost Festival – Saturday, August 26, 2023
150th Anniversary Cable Car Celebration
Wednesday, August 2, 2023 – 10:30a – 11:30a – Powell and Market Street – This event is part of a celebration of the 150th anniversary of the cable cars and the very first cable car trip. On the actual 150th anniversary of that date, history reenactors will evoke that event on the flagship of today’s cable car fleet, Powell Street Cable Car 1, at the turntable at Powell and Market Streets, adjacent to Hallidie Plaza, starting at 10:30 a.m.
Jerry Day
Saturday, August 5, 2023 – 11:30a – all day – Jerry Garcia Amphitheatre, McLaren Park – Enjoy more than six hours of jams and tributes at the amphitheater in McLaren Park that now bears the local legend’s name. And just like the Dead’s concerts never seemed to end, from 7-10 p.m. the festival leaves the park, spilling into the neighborhood for after parties, concerts and art installations gracing store-front windows and parklets.
49th Annual Nihonmachi Street Fair
Saturday & Sunday, August 5-6, 2023 – 11a to 6p – Japantown Peace Plaza and Post Street – Annual festival and street fair with car show, “doggie world”, and outdoor live music and performance stage.
2nd Annual Chinatown Lion Dance Festival
Saturday, August 12, 2023 – 11a to 5p – Back by popular demand, the Chinatown Lion Dance Festival hosted by SF Unified Lions Club is back for 2023! A dedicated day of entertainment by local Lion’s Dance troupes, Martial Arts and performers showcasing their talent.
Pistahan 30th Anniversary Filipino Festival & Parade
Saturday & Sunday, August 12-13, 2023 – 11a-5p Sat, 11a-4p Sun – Yerba Buena Gardens – Two-day event kicks off Saturday with the annual Pistahan Parade, the largest Filipino parade on the West Coast along with tons of live music, dance performance, vendors and a Saturday ube ice cream eating contest (1p) and Sunday balut eating contest (3:30p).
“Summer Ferry Fest” Ferry Building’s 125th Anniversary
Thursday, August 17, 2023 – 5pm-7:30pm – Party like it’s 1898! Celebrate the San Francisco Ferry Building turning 125 at the first ever Summer Ferry Fest. Enjoy wine, beer, bites, and music while enjoying the magic of the Ferry Building marketplace at night. While there is no entrance fee, attendees must purchase $30 ‘tasting tickets’ to exchange for bites and sips at the event.
“King of the Streets” 500+ Lowrider Show & Car Hopping Contest
Saturday, August 19, 2023 – 9a-4p – Other than the date, the location/time/cost and other specifics for 2023 have not been announced yet. But this is typically $20 and takes place at Pier 30/32 and is the biggest lowrider festival of the year with an epic car hopping contest followed by a huge cruise of the Mission usually starting around 5pm
Yerba Buena Gardens Dance Day
Saturday, August 19, 2023 – 10a-3p – Yerba Buena Gardens transforms into an outdoor dance center where participants can sample dance in a variety of forms and flavors w/ some of the Bay Area’s most talented teachers.
Annual Dahlia Competition in Golden Gate Park
Saturday & Sunday, August 19 – 20, 2023 – Typically starts at 10am – The Dahlia Society of California draws thousands of visitors to its annual show in the enormous Hall of Flowers. Growers from all over the state bring their best blooms. Blooms in all categories are judged and awarded ribbons, including the elusive “Best in Show.”
“Festival of Chariots” in Golden Gate Park
Sunday, August 20, 2023 – parade starts at 10:15am at 740 John F Kennedy Dr and makes its way down to Robin Williams Meadows by Noon. – The epic Festival of Chariots is an ancient spiritual festival of India that made its way to the West in 1967’s Haight Ashbury – now celebrated every year in Golden Gate Park.
Civic Center Carnival
Thursday-Sunday, August 24-27, 2023 – Thu & Fri starts at 2:30, Sat starts at 12:30 & Sun starts at Noon – At Fulton St. (btwn Larkin and Hyde) – A Multi-day carnival with Ferris wheel and 100-foot super slide.
Hungry Ghost Festival
Saturday, August 26, 2023 – 5p-9p – SF’s Chinatown – The Hungry Ghost Festival, akin to the Day of the Dead, celebrates Chinese traditions and cultural heritage. This free family-friendly event features interactive art, performances, Chinatown businesses, and a one-of-a-kind “Ghost King Parade” that’s not to be missed.
Thursday, May 23
Friday, May 24
We are so proud our @psychedradiosf Tenderloin Music and Arts Festival 2024 which will be taking throughout several venues in San Francisco’s Tenderloin District like @edinburghcastle.sf @phoenixhotelsf @mothbellygallery @tenderloinmuseum @kayobooks and the UN Plaza RSVP for tickets FRIDAY MAY 24 6p – Kayo Books 8p – ...
Saturday, May 25
TreasureFest is a monthly locally curated festival that features the best of the Bay Area. At TreasureFest you can shop from 300+ vintage & antique curators, crafts & makers, independent designers & artists. Enjoy 35+ top-rated food trucks and eateries, and try a variety of ...
Carnaval San Francisco is back for 2024 with their 46th annual celebration. The free, two–day Festival covers 17 blocks in the Mission District, with five main stages, 50 local performing artists, and 400 vendors. The festival includes international food, dancing, sampling sites and entertainment for ...
The Park Market is returning to Dogpatch’s Crane Cove Park this summer with a market every last Saturday of the month from May through October! The Park Market is San Francisco’s new recurring market that will feature local makers, food and drinks, activities, and live music, all ...Monthly
We are so proud our @psychedradiosf Tenderloin Music and Arts Festival 2024 which will be taking throughout several venues in San Francisco’s Tenderloin District like @edinburghcastle.sf @phoenixhotelsf @mothbellygallery @tenderloinmuseum @kayobooks and the UN Plaza RSVP for tickets FRIDAY MAY 24 6p – Kayo Books 8p – ...
Sunday, May 26
Sunset Mercantile’s weekly outdoor market featuring farmers, ranchers, food trucks, live music, children’s activities, vendors, makers, merchants, artists, and local organizations. Bring the whole family for free seasonal art activities at the Sunset Mercantile Artship. Enjoy shopping an array of farm fresh produce, artisan goods. ...Every Sunday
TreasureFest is a monthly locally curated festival that features the best of the Bay Area. At TreasureFest you can shop from 300+ vintage & antique curators, crafts & makers, independent designers & artists. Enjoy 35+ top-rated food trucks and eateries, and try a variety of ...
Carnaval San Francisco is back for 2024 with their 46th annual celebration. The free, two–day Festival covers 17 blocks in the Mission District, with five main stages, 50 local performing artists, and 400 vendors. The festival includes international food, dancing, sampling sites and entertainment for ...
Carnaval San Francisco is back for 2024 with their 46th annual celebration. The free, two–day Festival covers 17 blocks in the Mission District, with five main stages, 50 local performing artists, and 400 vendors. The festival includes international food, dancing, sampling sites and entertainment for ...
We are so proud our @psychedradiosf Tenderloin Music and Arts Festival 2024 which will be taking throughout several venues in San Francisco’s Tenderloin District like @edinburghcastle.sf @phoenixhotelsf @mothbellygallery @tenderloinmuseum @kayobooks and the UN Plaza RSVP for tickets FRIDAY MAY 24 6p – Kayo Books 8p – ...
Thursday, May 30
Saturday, June 1
Experience the undiscovered. Tucked behind buildings. And hidden in conversation. Perched atop roofs. And sizzled in woks. The kind that unlocks something new in you. Dream a little. Immerse. Explore. Discover the magic within Union Street Festival. The Union Street Festival returns to the historic ...
The 10th Anniversary Bay Area Book Festival will take place in two parts: Family Day at the Berkeley Public Library on Saturday, May 4, 2024 (geared towards youngsters through teens/YA) and our full 10th Anniversary festival on June 1 & 2, 2024 in Downtown Berkeley. We ...
North Beach’s “Festa Coloniale Italiana” Street Fair returns for its second annual festival on June 1-2, 2024. We look forward to celebrating again with you on June 1-2, 2024 on Stockton St. between Union and Filbert. The Statuto Race will be held on Sunday, June ...
Sunday, June 2
Sunset Mercantile’s weekly outdoor market featuring farmers, ranchers, food trucks, live music, children’s activities, vendors, makers, merchants, artists, and local organizations. Bring the whole family for free seasonal art activities at the Sunset Mercantile Artship. Enjoy shopping an array of farm fresh produce, artisan goods. ...Every Sunday
Experience the undiscovered. Tucked behind buildings. And hidden in conversation. Perched atop roofs. And sizzled in woks. The kind that unlocks something new in you. Dream a little. Immerse. Explore. Discover the magic within Union Street Festival. The Union Street Festival returns to the historic ...
The 10th Anniversary Bay Area Book Festival will take place in two parts: Family Day at the Berkeley Public Library on Saturday, May 4, 2024 (geared towards youngsters through teens/YA) and our full 10th Anniversary festival on June 1 & 2, 2024 in Downtown Berkeley. We ...
North Beach’s “Festa Coloniale Italiana” Street Fair returns for its second annual festival on June 1-2, 2024. We look forward to celebrating again with you on June 1-2, 2024 on Stockton St. between Union and Filbert. The Statuto Race will be held on Sunday, June ...
Thursday, June 6
Get ready, San Francisco, for a brand new free monthly party coming to Downtown SF starting May 2, 2024 – Downtown is getting a whole new makeover. A new, free, all-ages street party comes to Downtown SF starting May 2, 5-10pm. Free kids activities, disco, ...Monthly
Friday, June 7
Saturday, June 8
Sunday, June 9
Sunset Mercantile’s weekly outdoor market featuring farmers, ranchers, food trucks, live music, children’s activities, vendors, makers, merchants, artists, and local organizations. Bring the whole family for free seasonal art activities at the Sunset Mercantile Artship. Enjoy shopping an array of farm fresh produce, artisan goods. ...Every Sunday
The Inner Sunset Flea is a grassroots-organized flea market, occurring every second Sunday in the heart of San Francisco’s Inner Sunset neighborhood. The Flea features over 30 resident, artisan, nonprofit, and local business vendors as well as food, activities, and more. The Flea has doubled ...Monthly
Thursday, June 13
Friday, June 14
Chinatown night markets are back! Kicking off March 8, 2024, and continuing the second Friday of the month throughout the rest of the year. Chinatown Night Market 2024 Every Second Friday | 5:30-9p Grant Ave. from Sacramento to Jackson, San Francisco FREE The Civic Joy ...Monthly
Saturday, June 15
Considered one of the country’s original outdoor festivals, the North Beach Festival celebrates its 70th anniversary in historic North Beach. 2024 North Beach Festival Saturday & Sunday, June 15-16, 2024 | 11 am to 7 pm Grant Avenue and Columbus Avenue, San Francisco FREE The North Beach Festival is ...
Sunday, June 16
Sunset Mercantile’s weekly outdoor market featuring farmers, ranchers, food trucks, live music, children’s activities, vendors, makers, merchants, artists, and local organizations. Bring the whole family for free seasonal art activities at the Sunset Mercantile Artship. Enjoy shopping an array of farm fresh produce, artisan goods. ...Every Sunday
Considered one of the country’s original outdoor festivals, the North Beach Festival celebrates its 70th anniversary in historic North Beach. 2024 North Beach Festival Saturday & Sunday, June 15-16, 2024 | 11 am to 7 pm Grant Avenue and Columbus Avenue, San Francisco FREE The North Beach Festival is ...
We are thrilled to announce the exciting new event brought to you by the Castro Merchants Association – the vibrant Castro Stroll! Get ready to immerse yourself in the festive spirit as we kick off the Castro Stroll on the 3rd Sunday of every month ...Monthly
Saturday, June 22
Sunday, June 23
Get ready to hit the streets: Sunday Streets is back for a new season. Celebrate 16 years of Sunday Streets SF transforming San Francisco streets into car-free community spaces for all to enjoy at events across the City in 2024. The Sunday Streets SF family ...
Friday, June 28
San Francisco’s annual Trans March returns on June 28, 2024. Please note, the times and event details are not yet available for the 2024 March, as of May 3, 2024. 2024 details have yet to be announced, but here’s what happened in 2023: 2023 Trans ...
Saturday, June 29
TreasureFest is a monthly locally curated festival that features the best of the Bay Area. At TreasureFest you can shop from 300+ vintage & antique curators, crafts & makers, independent designers & artists. Enjoy 35+ top-rated food trucks and eateries, and try a variety of ...
The Park Market is returning to Dogpatch’s Crane Cove Park this summer with a market every last Saturday of the month from May through October! The Park Market is San Francisco’s new recurring market that will feature local makers, food and drinks, activities, and live music, all ...Monthly
The San Francisco LGBT Pride Celebration and Parade is one of the largest LGBT gatherings in the nation. The two-day celebration is free and open to all. The Parade takes place on the last Sunday of June annually. The 2024 theme is Beacon of Love. ...
Sunday, June 30
The San Francisco LGBT Pride Celebration and Parade is one of the largest LGBT gatherings in the nation. The two-day celebration is free and open to all. The Parade takes place on the last Sunday of June annually. The 2024 theme is Beacon of Love. ...
TreasureFest is a monthly locally curated festival that features the best of the Bay Area. At TreasureFest you can shop from 300+ vintage & antique curators, crafts & makers, independent designers & artists. Enjoy 35+ top-rated food trucks and eateries, and try a variety of ...
The San Francisco LGBT Pride Celebration and Parade is one of the largest LGBT gatherings in the nation. The two-day celebration is free and open to all. The Parade takes place on the last Sunday of June annually. The 2024 theme is Beacon of Love. ...
Thursday, July 4
Get ready, San Francisco, for a brand new free monthly party coming to Downtown SF starting May 2, 2024 – Downtown is getting a whole new makeover. A new, free, all-ages street party comes to Downtown SF starting May 2, 5-10pm. Free kids activities, disco, ...Monthly
Saturday, July 6
Blending art and soul in one of the country’s most unique neighborhoods, the Fillmore Jazz Festival is the largest free jazz festival on the West Coast, drawing over 100,000 visitors over the Independence Day weekend on Fillmore Street in San Francisco between Jackson and Eddy ...
Sunday, July 7
Blending art and soul in one of the country’s most unique neighborhoods, the Fillmore Jazz Festival is the largest free jazz festival on the West Coast, drawing over 100,000 visitors over the Independence Day weekend on Fillmore Street in San Francisco between Jackson and Eddy ...
Friday, July 12
A bi-monthly night market & block party is back to Downtown San Francisco in the spring and summer of 2024 with up to 15,000 expected to attend! Enjoy 3 city blocks of Downtown full of music, dancing, delicious street food cuisine, cocktails and shopping from ...
Chinatown night markets are back! Kicking off March 8, 2024, and continuing the second Friday of the month throughout the rest of the year. Chinatown Night Market 2024 Every Second Friday | 5:30-9p Grant Ave. from Sacramento to Jackson, San Francisco FREE The Civic Joy ...Monthly
Sunday, July 14
The Inner Sunset Flea is a grassroots-organized flea market, occurring every second Sunday in the heart of San Francisco’s Inner Sunset neighborhood. The Flea features over 30 resident, artisan, nonprofit, and local business vendors as well as food, activities, and more. The Flea has doubled ...Monthly
Saturday, July 20
Sunday, July 21
Get ready to hit the streets: Sunday Streets is back for a new season. Celebrate 16 years of Sunday Streets SF transforming San Francisco streets into car-free community spaces for all to enjoy at events across the City in 2024. The Sunday Streets SF family ...
We are thrilled to announce the exciting new event brought to you by the Castro Merchants Association – the vibrant Castro Stroll! Get ready to immerse yourself in the festive spirit as we kick off the Castro Stroll on the 3rd Sunday of every month ...Monthly
Friday, July 26
Everything tastes better at night. Bring family and friends to eat all your favorite snacks at the 13th season of 626 Night Market (formerly known as the NorCal Night Market). Inspired by the famous open-air nighttime bazaars of Asia, this iconic Californian festival named after ...
Saturday, July 27
TreasureFest is a monthly locally curated festival that features the best of the Bay Area. At TreasureFest you can shop from 300+ vintage & antique curators, crafts & makers, independent designers & artists. Enjoy 35+ top-rated food trucks and eateries, and try a variety of ...
The Park Market is returning to Dogpatch’s Crane Cove Park this summer with a market every last Saturday of the month from May through October! The Park Market is San Francisco’s new recurring market that will feature local makers, food and drinks, activities, and live music, all ...Monthly
Everything tastes better at night. Bring family and friends to eat all your favorite snacks at the 13th season of 626 Night Market (formerly known as the NorCal Night Market). Inspired by the famous open-air nighttime bazaars of Asia, this iconic Californian festival named after ...
Sunday, July 28
TreasureFest is a monthly locally curated festival that features the best of the Bay Area. At TreasureFest you can shop from 300+ vintage & antique curators, crafts & makers, independent designers & artists. Enjoy 35+ top-rated food trucks and eateries, and try a variety of ...
Everything tastes better at night. Bring family and friends to eat all your favorite snacks at the 13th season of 626 Night Market (formerly known as the NorCal Night Market). Inspired by the famous open-air nighttime bazaars of Asia, this iconic Californian festival named after ...
Saturday, August 3
Sunday, August 4
Get ready to hit the streets: Sunday Streets is back for a new season. Celebrate 16 years of Sunday Streets SF transforming San Francisco streets into car-free community spaces for all to enjoy at events across the City in 2024. The Sunday Streets SF family ...
Sunday, August 11
The Inner Sunset Flea is a grassroots-organized flea market, occurring every second Sunday in the heart of San Francisco’s Inner Sunset neighborhood. The Flea features over 30 resident, artisan, nonprofit, and local business vendors as well as food, activities, and more. The Flea has doubled ...Monthly
Saturday, August 17
Introducing the inaugural Golden Gate Park Concerts, coming to the Polo Field in San Francisco’s historic Golden Gate Park on Saturday, August 17 Don’t miss the legendary System Of A Down & Deftones performing under the stars and among the trees in this iconic location ...
Sunday, August 18
We are thrilled to announce the exciting new event brought to you by the Castro Merchants Association – the vibrant Castro Stroll! Get ready to immerse yourself in the festive spirit as we kick off the Castro Stroll on the 3rd Sunday of every month ...Monthly
Saturday, August 24
TreasureFest is a monthly locally curated festival that features the best of the Bay Area. At TreasureFest you can shop from 300+ vintage & antique curators, crafts & makers, independent designers & artists. Enjoy 35+ top-rated food trucks and eateries, and try a variety of ...
Sunday, August 25
TreasureFest is a monthly locally curated festival that features the best of the Bay Area. At TreasureFest you can shop from 300+ vintage & antique curators, crafts & makers, independent designers & artists. Enjoy 35+ top-rated food trucks and eateries, and try a variety of ...
Get ready to hit the streets: Sunday Streets is back for a new season. Celebrate 16 years of Sunday Streets SF transforming San Francisco streets into car-free community spaces for all to enjoy at events across the City in 2024. The Sunday Streets SF family ...
Friday, September 13
A bi-monthly night market & block party is back to Downtown San Francisco in the spring and summer of 2024 with up to 15,000 expected to attend! Enjoy 3 city blocks of Downtown full of music, dancing, delicious street food cuisine, cocktails and shopping from ...
Sunday, September 15
Sunday, September 22
Get ready to hit the streets: Sunday Streets is back for a new season. Celebrate 16 years of Sunday Streets SF transforming San Francisco streets into car-free community spaces for all to enjoy at events across the City in 2024. The Sunday Streets SF family ...
Saturday, September 28
TreasureFest is a monthly locally curated festival that features the best of the Bay Area. At TreasureFest you can shop from 300+ vintage & antique curators, crafts & makers, independent designers & artists. Enjoy 35+ top-rated food trucks and eateries, and try a variety of ...
Sunday, September 29
TreasureFest is a monthly locally curated festival that features the best of the Bay Area. At TreasureFest you can shop from 300+ vintage & antique curators, crafts & makers, independent designers & artists. Enjoy 35+ top-rated food trucks and eateries, and try a variety of ...
Friday, October 4
One of the largest, free-est and beloved music festivals in the country. Be one of over 750,000 attendees over the three-day musical extravaganza in beautiful Golden Gate Park. Save the date as Hardly Strictly Bluegrass makes its return for 2024. Full lineup and details typically ...
Saturday, October 5
One of the largest, free-est and beloved music festivals in the country. Be one of over 750,000 attendees over the three-day musical extravaganza in beautiful Golden Gate Park. Save the date as Hardly Strictly Bluegrass makes its return for 2024. Full lineup and details typically ...
Sunday, October 6
One of the largest, free-est and beloved music festivals in the country. Be one of over 750,000 attendees over the three-day musical extravaganza in beautiful Golden Gate Park. Save the date as Hardly Strictly Bluegrass makes its return for 2024. Full lineup and details typically ...
Sunday, October 13
Get ready to hit the streets: Sunday Streets is back for a new season. Celebrate 16 years of Sunday Streets SF transforming San Francisco streets into car-free community spaces for all to enjoy at events across the City in 2024. The Sunday Streets SF family ...
Sunday, October 20
Get ready to hit the streets: Sunday Streets is back for a new season. Celebrate 16 years of Sunday Streets SF transforming San Francisco streets into car-free community spaces for all to enjoy at events across the City in 2024. The Sunday Streets SF family ...
Saturday, October 26
TreasureFest is a monthly locally curated festival that features the best of the Bay Area. At TreasureFest you can shop from 300+ vintage & antique curators, crafts & makers, independent designers & artists. Enjoy 35+ top-rated food trucks and eateries, and try a variety of ...
Sunday, October 27
TreasureFest is a monthly locally curated festival that features the best of the Bay Area. At TreasureFest you can shop from 300+ vintage & antique curators, crafts & makers, independent designers & artists. Enjoy 35+ top-rated food trucks and eateries, and try a variety of ...
Sunday, November 3
Friday, November 15
A bi-monthly night market & block party is back to Downtown San Francisco in the spring and summer of 2024 with up to 15,000 expected to attend! Enjoy 3 city blocks of Downtown full of music, dancing, delicious street food cuisine, cocktails and shopping from ...
Saturday, November 23
TreasureFest is a monthly locally curated festival that features the best of the Bay Area. At TreasureFest you can shop from 300+ vintage & antique curators, crafts & makers, independent designers & artists. Enjoy 35+ top-rated food trucks and eateries, and try a variety of ...
Sunday, November 24
TreasureFest is a monthly locally curated festival that features the best of the Bay Area. At TreasureFest you can shop from 300+ vintage & antique curators, crafts & makers, independent designers & artists. Enjoy 35+ top-rated food trucks and eateries, and try a variety of ...
Saturday, December 28
TreasureFest is a monthly locally curated festival that features the best of the Bay Area. At TreasureFest you can shop from 300+ vintage & antique curators, crafts & makers, independent designers & artists. Enjoy 35+ top-rated food trucks and eateries, and try a variety of ...
Sunday, December 29
TreasureFest is a monthly locally curated festival that features the best of the Bay Area. At TreasureFest you can shop from 300+ vintage & antique curators, crafts & makers, independent designers & artists. Enjoy 35+ top-rated food trucks and eateries, and try a variety of ...