San Francisco August Festivals & Street Fairs
Here’s a round-up of fun and fabulous August festivals, street fairs, and events including Free National Parks Day, Japantown’s Nihonmachi Street Fair, Jerry Day and more you can look forward to this August 2026.
> We’ll be updating this guide with more August events soon!
- Jerry Day 2026 – August 1, 2026
- 52nd Annual Nihonmachi Street Fair 2026 – August 1-2, 2026
- 2026 Bay Area Aloha Festival – August 8-9, 2026
- 33rd Annual Pistahan Filipino Festival & Parade – August 8-9, 2026
- 2026 Perseids – August 12-13, 2026
- 2026 Annual Dahlia Competition in Golden Gate Park – August 15-16, 2026
- Oakland Pride Parade & Festival – August 16, 2026
- Hungry Ghost Festival 2025 – August 23, 2025 – TBA for 2026
- Festival of Chariots 2026 – August 23, 2026
- Free National Parks Day 2026 – August 25, 2026
- Tomatopia IV: SF’s Wild Tomato Fight Block Party & Food Fest – August 27, 2026
- Castro Carnival Block Party 2026 – August 29, 2026
- 44th Annual Point Reyes Sand Sculpture Contest – August 29, 2026
Jerry Day 2026
August 1, 2026 – SF (Jerry Garcia Amphitheater, McLaren Park) – FREE – Enjoy more than six hours of jams and tributes at the amphitheater that now bears the local legend’s name. And just like the Dead’s concerts never seemed to end, the celebration continues from 5-10 pm with Jerry Night after parties spilling into the Excelsior neighborhood.
52nd Annual Nihonmachi Street Fair 2026
August 1-2, 2026 – SF (Japantown) – FREE – Japantown’s 52nd annual street fair featuring AAPI food, artisan vendors, “Doggie World,” family activities, and live music and cultural performances across two stages.
2026 Bay Area Aloha Festival
August 8-9, 2026 – San Mateo – FREE – Two-day celebration of Pacific Islander culture with live hula and Polynesian dance, Hawaiian and Tahitian music, ‘ono island food, arts and crafts, workshops, Lomi Lomi demonstrations, and kids’ activities.
2026 Pistahan Filipino Festival & Parade
August 8-9, 2026 – SF (Yerba Buena Gardens) – FREE – Two-day celebration kicks off Saturday with the largest Filipino parade on the West Coast, followed by live music, dance performances, and hands-on cultural experiences across 8 pavilions: Art, Culinary, Dance, Health, Heritage, Innovation, Sports, and Tavern.
2026 Perseids
August 12-13, 2026 – All Over – FREE – Get out in the open, away from city lights to see the annual Perseids Meteor Shower, the most beloved meteor shower of the year for the Northern Hemisphere. Predicted Peak: The night of Aug. 12, before dawn on Aug. 13, 2026
2026 Annual Dahlia Competition in Golden Gate Park
August 15-16, 2026 – SF (Golden Gate Park) – FREE – 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.”
Oakland Pride Parade & Festival
August 16, 2026 – Oakland – FREE to watch parade; $22 festival entry – Oakland Pride returns to Downtown Oakland with a free parade, live music, drag performances, food, and community celebrations, headlined by Grammy-nominated singer Amerie.
Hungry Ghost Festival
August 23, 2025 – SF (Chinatown) – FREE – The Hungry Ghost Festival, akin to the Day of the Dead, celebrates Chinese traditions and cultural heritage. This free family-friendly event typically features interactive art, performances, Chinatown businesses, and a one-of-a-kind “Ghost King Parade” that’s not to be missed.
Festival of Chariots 2026
August 23, 2026 – SF (Golden Gate Park) – FREE – An ancient spiritual festival of India made its way to the West; watch the parade, pull chariots, take part in a free feast, tour through exhibits, watch cultural performances, and more.
Free National Parks Day 2026
August 25, 2026 – All Over the USA – FREE – Enjoy free entry to all national parks and monuments including Muir Woods and Yosemite National Park, and free admission aboard all of the historic vessels at the Hyde Street Pier of SF’s Maritime National Historical Park.
Tomatopia IV: SF’s Wild Tomato Fight Block Party & Food Fest
August 27, 2026 – SF (Lower Polk Plaza) – FREE to watch / $20 to participate – Get ready to get messy at El Lopo’s tomato fight, a La Tomatina-inspired battle featuring squashed tomatoes, gazpacho, costumes and prizes for the winning posse; plus a delicious celebration of things tomato.
Castro Carnival Block Party 2026
August 29, 2026 – SF (Castro) – FREE – Head to the Castro for a free, family-friendly Carnival block party featuring LGBTQ+ artists, live music, drag performances, and community celebration in the heart of The Castro.
44th Annual Point Reyes Sand Sculpture Contest
August 29, 2026 – Point Reyes – FREE – Head to Drakes Beach for a free, family-friendly sand sculpture contest featuring creative masterpieces by children, families, and adults, with judging at noon and prizes awarded at 3 p.m
Sunday, November 15
If you love tea, there’s probably no better event all year to attend. Explore and taste hundreds of teas from 30+ different tea makers. Vendors include established brands and local artisans. The two-day festival takes place November 14-15, 2026 Tickets start at $19 and include ...
Renegade San Francisco Winter Craft Fair 2026 returns to Fort Mason Center Festival Pavilion on November 14 + 15, 2026, for a weekend of holiday shopping featuring 250+ curated artists and independent small businesses. Browse handmade gifts and creative finds, including ceramics, apparel, jewelry, home ...
Renegade Craft’s Winter 2026 fair brings more than 250 curated small creative businesses to the Fort Mason Center Festival Pavilion for a weekend of holiday shopping. Vendors will offer goods including ceramics, outerwear, snacks, and knit hats. The fair is indoors with outdoor food trucks ...
Friday, November 20
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Tuesday, November 24
Come out for the Noe Valley Night Market from 5–8pm at the Noe Valley Town Square for a cozy evening of live music, local retail and food vendors, and family-friendly fun. Gather with neighbors, support small businesses, and enjoy a music-filled evening out with the ...Monthly
Friday, November 27
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Thursday, December 3
Downtown First Thursdays is back in 2026 for a full year of street parties in 2026, starting Jan 1, 2026, with a New Year’s Day Edition and returning every first Thursday with a new downtown block party. DJs – Live Performances – Dancing – Drag ...Monthly
Friday, December 4
Lighting it up since 1975, San Francisco celebrates the 51st anniversary of the first giant public menorah outside Israel, a landmark Bill Graham project that inspired thousands of menorahs around the world. This year’s eight-night celebration brings music, community gatherings, and nightly ceremonies honoring leaders ...
Let’s Glow SF, the nation’s largest free holiday projection arts festival, is lighting up downtown San Francisco once again for its sixth and brightest year yet. This all-ages, family-friendly festival runs for 10 dazzling nights from December 4-13, 2026. Experience breathtaking animated projections illuminating iconic buildings ...
Saturday, December 5
Come Eat, Drink, Shop, Play, Connect, and Be Local at the 11th Annual Sunset Holiday Mercantile at the County Fair Building in Golden Gate Park! Sunset Holiday Mercantile in 2026 which features TWO DAYS of artisan makers and vendors, plus live music, food, activities and ...
Let’s Glow SF, the nation’s largest free holiday projection arts festival, is lighting up downtown San Francisco once again for its sixth and brightest year yet. This all-ages, family-friendly festival runs for 10 dazzling nights from December 4-13, 2026. Experience breathtaking animated projections illuminating iconic buildings ...
Lighting it up since 1975, San Francisco celebrates the 51st anniversary of the first giant public menorah outside Israel, a landmark Bill Graham project that inspired thousands of menorahs around the world. This year’s eight-night celebration brings music, community gatherings, and nightly ceremonies honoring leaders ...
Sunday, December 6
Come for the Marketplace, stay for the experience! HEAD WEST is a marketplace for emerging + established local brands and small businesses. From hand-made ceramics to locally sourced vintage, there are always new categories of goods available to explore. Marketplaces becomes a destination to not ...Monthly
Come Eat, Drink, Shop, Play, Connect, and Be Local at the 11th Annual Sunset Holiday Mercantile at the County Fair Building in Golden Gate Park! Sunset Holiday Mercantile in 2026 which features TWO DAYS of artisan makers and vendors, plus live music, food, activities and ...
Lighting it up since 1975, San Francisco celebrates the 51st anniversary of the first giant public menorah outside Israel, a landmark Bill Graham project that inspired thousands of menorahs around the world. This year’s eight-night celebration brings music, community gatherings, and nightly ceremonies honoring leaders ...
Let’s Glow SF, the nation’s largest free holiday projection arts festival, is lighting up downtown San Francisco once again for its sixth and brightest year yet. This all-ages, family-friendly festival runs for 10 dazzling nights from December 4-13, 2026. Experience breathtaking animated projections illuminating iconic buildings ...
Monday, December 7
Let’s Glow SF, the nation’s largest free holiday projection arts festival, is lighting up downtown San Francisco once again for its sixth and brightest year yet. This all-ages, family-friendly festival runs for 10 dazzling nights from December 4-13, 2026. Experience breathtaking animated projections illuminating iconic buildings ...
Tuesday, December 8
Let’s Glow SF, the nation’s largest free holiday projection arts festival, is lighting up downtown San Francisco once again for its sixth and brightest year yet. This all-ages, family-friendly festival runs for 10 dazzling nights from December 4-13, 2026. Experience breathtaking animated projections illuminating iconic buildings ...
Wednesday, December 9
Let’s Glow SF, the nation’s largest free holiday projection arts festival, is lighting up downtown San Francisco once again for its sixth and brightest year yet. This all-ages, family-friendly festival runs for 10 dazzling nights from December 4-13, 2026. Experience breathtaking animated projections illuminating iconic buildings ...
Thursday, December 10
Let’s Glow SF, the nation’s largest free holiday projection arts festival, is lighting up downtown San Francisco once again for its sixth and brightest year yet. This all-ages, family-friendly festival runs for 10 dazzling nights from December 4-13, 2026. Experience breathtaking animated projections illuminating iconic buildings ...
Friday, December 11
Experience the Fillmore with Live Blues, Delicious Bites & Boutique Bingo at this vibrant night market celebrating soul, art and community. The historic Fillmore District will come alive after dark with the launch of a series of night markets throughout the year. Fillmore After Dark ...
Let’s Glow SF, the nation’s largest free holiday projection arts festival, is lighting up downtown San Francisco once again for its sixth and brightest year yet. This all-ages, family-friendly festival runs for 10 dazzling nights from December 4-13, 2026. Experience breathtaking animated projections illuminating iconic buildings ...
Saturday, December 12
Live on Larkin – a new series of free street events on Larkin Street. Come out and celebrate in the Tenderloin, one of San Francisco’s most vibrant cultural crossroads, and discover why it’s one of the best destinations for amazing food, art, and history. Live ...
Let’s Glow SF, the nation’s largest free holiday projection arts festival, is lighting up downtown San Francisco once again for its sixth and brightest year yet. This all-ages, family-friendly festival runs for 10 dazzling nights from December 4-13, 2026. Experience breathtaking animated projections illuminating iconic buildings ...
Sunday, December 13
Let’s Glow SF, the nation’s largest free holiday projection arts festival, is lighting up downtown San Francisco once again for its sixth and brightest year yet. This all-ages, family-friendly festival runs for 10 dazzling nights from December 4-13, 2026. Experience breathtaking animated projections illuminating iconic buildings ...
Friday, December 18
Saturday, December 19
Prescott Market in West Oakland hosts a holiday pop-up craft faire on three dates in 2026, featuring over 50 rotating local vendors with handmade crafts, upcycled goods, rare records, clothing, jewelry, and more. The event includes DJs, a large stage, a food court with eight ...
Tuesday, December 29
Come out for the Noe Valley Night Market from 5–8pm at the Noe Valley Town Square for a cozy evening of live music, local retail and food vendors, and family-friendly fun. Gather with neighbors, support small businesses, and enjoy a music-filled evening out with the ...Monthly
Thursday, December 31
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