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Chinatown Free Sunday Family Block Party w/ Lion Dance + Gift (SF)

Sunday, August 30, 2026 - 11:30 am to 2:30 pm | Cost: FREE
Outdoors event, 1 block on Grant Ave. between Sacramento & Clay Street, SF Chinatown | At the 700 block of Grant Ave., between Sacramento & Clay Street, Chinatown, San Francisco

Event Details

A Free Community Block Party for Everyone
Open to the whole community — bring the family!

For 39 years, APA Family Support Services has been a pillar of care, connection, and culture in our community. Come celebrate our rich history and vibrant spirit with a day full of fun and community joy.

Cultural Showcase: Feel the energy with electrifying Lion Dance performances, thunderous drumming, and colorful traditional dance of different cultures.

Fun & Games Galore:
Face painting & shimmering water tattoos
Free books for young readers
Special gifts for kids

Test your luck and skills with the claw machine, Plinko, Tetris Tumble XL, basketball shootout, fishing game, bowling, cornhole, Connect 4 — prizes and laughter guaranteed!

Let’s have fun and celebrate the rich history and vibrant spirit of APA Family Support Services (APAFSS) together.
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Parking: free for all metered spots in Chinatown on Sundays. Nearby parking options: Portsmouth Square Garage (on Kearny St) and St. Mary’s Square Parking Lot#49 (access from California St between Grant & Kearny on weekends).
Accessible by SFMTA buses: #1 California, #8 Bayshore, #45 Union/Stockton and #30 Stockton.

Disclaimer: Please double check event information with the event organizer as events can be canceled, details can change after they are added to our calendar, and errors do occur.


Cost: FREE
Categories: **Annual Event**, *Top Pick*, Fairs & Festivals, Fun & Games, In Person, Kids & Families, Outdoors, Theater & Performance
Venue: Outdoors event, 1 block on Grant Ave. between Sacramento & Clay Street, SF Chinatown
Address: At the 700 block of Grant Ave., between Sacramento & Clay Street, Chinatown, San Francisco

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