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Bodhi Mid-Autumn Festival w/ Lanterns (Golden Gate Park)

Sunday, September 27, 2026 - 10:00 am to 5:00 pm | Cost: FREE
San Francisco County Fair Building | 9th and Lincoln Street, San Francisco, CA

Event Details

The Bodhi Mid-Autumn Festival Community Fair offers a day of lantern displays, Hanfu experiences, multicultural performances, crafts, games, and family-friendly activities at the San Francisco County Fair Building in Golden Gate Park. The event includes free admission, a photo booth, cultural showcases, interactive stations, and special gifts for attendees dressed in Hanfu. Activities are designed for all ages, celebrating cultural diversity and togetherness during the Mid-Autumn Festival.

Original Event Description:
_Celebrate Mid-Autumn Festival with lanterns, Hanfu, performances, meditation, blessings, crafts, games & family fun. Free admission!🌕 Celebrate Mid-Autumn Festival in Golden Gate Park! Step into a vibrant Mid-Autumn celebration filled with lanterns, traditional Chinese culture, multicultural performances, games, photo opportunities, and family fun! Join Bodhi Meditation San Francisco for our FREE Mid-Autumn Festival Community Fair at the San Francisco County Fair Building in Golden Gate Park. Whether you want to experience Chinese culture, dress up in Hanfu, enjoy live performances from different cultures, take home a free printed photo, play games, or simply spend a fun Sunday with family and friends, there’s something for everyone!🏮 Hanfu is welcome! Come dressed in Hanfu and receive a special gift while supplies last. ✨ Event Highlights 🏮 Lantern Festival Experience Step into a festive atmosphere inspired by the colors, lanterns, and traditions of Mid-Autumn Festival. 👘 Hanfu Experience (Traditional Chinese Clothing) & Photo Spots Try on beautiful Hanfu and capture memorable photos with family and friends. 📸 FREE Photo Booth — Take Your Photo Home! Strike a pose and receive a printed photo to take home as a festival keepsake. 🎭 Live Multicultural Performances Celebrate the diversity of the Bay Area with a lively lineup of performances representing different cultures and communities throughout the day. 🎨 Crafts, Games & Family Fun Decorate lanterns, create mooncake-inspired crafts, try the traditional Ring Toss Game, and enjoy interactive activities for kids and adults. 🗺️ Festival Map Challenge — Explore, Collect Stamps & Win Gifts! Grab a festival map and explore activity stations throughout the venue. Complete challenges, collect stamps, and redeem special gifts along the way! 💰❤️💕 Wish & Good Fortune Stations Explore fun themed stations inspired by traditional wishes for prosperity, health, relationships, family, happiness, and good fortune. 💛 Relax & Recharge Experience Take a break from the excitement and enjoy a calming, relaxing experience designed to help you slow down and recharge. 🔮 Fortune & Inspiration Cards Pick a card and discover a fun message or inspiration for the year ahead. 🎁 Free Lucky Draw Complete activities and join the lucky draw for a chance to take home a surprise! 🌸 What Are You Wishing for This Year? Mid-Autumn Festival is a time for reunion, gratitude, togetherness, and looking forward to good things ahead. Explore our themed stations celebrating: ❤️ Health & Well-Being 💰 Prosperity & Career 💕 Love & Relationships 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family & Togetherness 🍀 Good Fortune 🌕 Happiness & New Beginnings Bring your family, invite your friends, dress up in Hanfu, and spend a joyful autumn day celebrating culture, diversity, and community together! 📍 Event Information 📅 Sunday, September 27, 2026 ⏰ 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM 📍 San Francisco County Fair Building 1199 9th Ave San Francisco, CA 94122 Golden Gate Park 🎟 FREE Community Event 🏮 Come for the culture, stay for the performances, games, photos, and fun—and celebrate Mid-Autumn Festival with the San Francisco community! 🌕✨ Lucky Draw Pre-registration: https://www.jotform.com/form/262234492705053_

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Bodhi Meditation®
Bodhi Mid-Autumn Festival Community Fair
Together in Joy • Peace • Blessings
SEP 27 SUN
10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
San Francisco County Fair Building
1199 9th Ave,
San Francisco, CA 94122
Free Event
EVENT HIGHLIGHTS
Multicultural Performances
Chinese Costume Photo Experience
Lantern Painting & Family Fun
Mid-Autumn Wishes & Prayers
Mindful Energy Recharge
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Celebrate Together

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Cost: FREE
Categories: *Top Pick*, Art & Museums, Community, Fairs & Festivals, In Person, Kids & Families
Address: 9th and Lincoln Street, San Francisco, CA

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