“Doggie World” Parade & Pageant | 46th Annual Nihonmachi Street Fair
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Japantown | Post St and Webster St, San Francisco, CA
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SF’s 2025 Nihonmachi Street Fair in Japantown (August 2-3)
Get ready for a vibrant cultural explosion! The 51st Annual Nihonmachi Street Fair is coming to San Francisco’s Japantown on August 2nd & 3rd, 2025! Join us for an unforgettable weekend celebrating the rich traditions and dazzling diversity of the Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander communities. Stay tuned for exciting updates as we prepare to bring the spirit of Jtown to life!
51st Annual Nihonmachi Street Fair
Saturday & Sunday, August 2-3, 2025 | 11:00am – 6:00pm
Japantown, San Francisco, CA (Post Street between Laguna and Fillmore Streets and along Osaka Way)
Free and open to the publicSounds of Thunder Car Show w/ 20 classic muscle cars – Saturday & Sunday
The streets of Japantown will not only be filled with conversations and great music, but you’ll also be able to see close-up fabulous Vintage Japanese & European Cars and Muscle Cars from back in the day. Our communities car enthusiasts will bring out their treasures to share with Fair attendees. A great way to ask car enthusiast questions about their treasured vintage cars and learn more about these classics.
Saturday, August 2 – Featuring Classic Imports (Japanese or European)
Sunday, August 3 – Featuring Classic American Muscle and Hot Rods
Doggie World – Saturday & Sunday
San Francisco is frequently cited as one of America’s most pet-friendly cities, especially dogs. It’s a city with family and dog friendly experiences…and where dogs out number children. We welcome you to our 13th Annual Doggie World.
At this year’s 51st Annual Nihonmachi Street Fair’s Doggie World, will again be a special gathering place for the four-legged members of our community to join in on the fun. Local animal experts, adoption agencies. and vet professionals will be in attendance to offer tips and information. Highlights from past year’s Doggie World: Pet Vendors, Rescues and Adoptions, Ask the Dogtor, wagbags, Pet Portraits and much more!
We’re excited to bring back the Nihonmachi Street Fair’s Doggie World Pageant this year! Pageant will take place on the Our Community Our Pride Stage on Sunday, August 3rd from 2pm – 4pm.
Food Fest – Saturday & Sunday
Get ready to drool! The Nihonmachi Street Fair Food Fest is a haven for adventurous palates. Explore a dazzling array of Asian American and Pacific Islander delicacies, from savory street food to delectable desserts. Discover new favorites and tantalize your taste buds at this unforgettable culinary adventure.
Children’s World – Saturday & Sunday
The Nihonmachi Street Fair’s Children’s World is bursting with fun cultural activities and games, the perfect place for kids to unleash their inner artist and adventurer. But it’s not just about playtime! Here, children can experience the fair firsthand, seeing young volunteers in their bright NSF shirts buzzing with excitement as they help out. These friendly faces might just inspire the next generation of volunteers, planting a seed of community spirit that will blossom for years to come. Let the fun begin. See you at the Children’s World!
Summer of Love Stage – Saturday & Sunday
For over five decades, this legendary stage has been a vibrant hub of musical discovery, showcasing everything from toe-tapping reggae to soulful blues. This year, we’re celebrating our heritage with a star-studded lineup featuring artists who have rocked our stage throughout our history. Get ready for a journey through time as we experience the evolution of music and the enduring spirit of community!
Saturday, August 2, 2025
11:00 AM – West Coast Lion Dance Troupe
12:00 PM – San Francisco Taiko Dojo
1:00 PM – Heartbeat Syndicate
2:00 PM – RM-RF Band
3:00 PM – Teao Sense Cypher w/ Audiopharmacy
5:00 PM – Big City RevueSunday, August 3rd, 2025
11:00 AM – Dj KO & MC Ron
12:00 PM – Maddie B.
1:00 PM – Mystifiers
2:00 PM – Jest Jammin’
3:00 PM – RM-RF Band (encore performance)
5:00 PM – Epic Santana
The 8th annual Doggie World is a gathering place for the four-legged members of the community during the Nihonmachi Street Fair from 11 am to 5 pm on Sunday, August 4, 2019.
Highlights at this year’s Doggie World:
- Pet Vendors
- Rescues and Adoptions
- Ask the Dogtor
- Parade
- Wag Bag Giveaways
- Contests
- Pet Portraits
- Photo Booth
Register your dog today for The Doggie World Parade & Pageant which begins at 1 pm. The first 100 registered participants will receive a wag bag filled with goodies from Doggie World partners and sponsors.
Prizes will be awarded to the top 3 contestants in each category: Best Smile, Best Costume, Best Owner & Pet Look Alike, and Cutest Puppy. Let your pup strut their stuff for chances to win prizes; costumes are highly encouraged.
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: $10*
