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Free 100th Annual Dahlia Show: SF’s Official Flower Blooms (Golden Gate Park)

Saturday, August 15, 2026 - 10:00 am to 5:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*No tickets needed. Open to the public
Hall of Flowers (GG Park) | 9th Ave. and Lincoln Way, San Francisco, CA
San Francisco

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Free 100th Annual Dahlia Show: SF’s Official Flower Blooms (Golden Gate Park)

Mini Kurhan
Annual Dahlia Show – Centennial of the SF’s Official Flower
Each summer, in the third weekend in August, the Dahlia Society of California draws thousands of visitors to its annual dahlia show in the enormous Hall of Flowers (9th Ave/Lincoln).
Growers from all over the state bring their best blooms. Dahlias in all categories are judged and awarded ribbons, including the elusive Best in Show. Other categories include Best Photo, People’s Choice Award, Best Arrangement, Biggest Bloom, Best Junior Bloom, and Nature’s Oddities. Bring your camera. Great for all ages.  Wheelchair accessible.
This is the 100th anniversary of the dahlia being named San Francisco’s official flower!  Special categories and photo opportunities are sure to delight.
Dates:
Saturday, August 15, 10AM to 5PM
Sunday, August 16, 10AM to 4PM

Upcoming Free 100th Annual Dahlia Show: SF’s Official Flower Blooms (Golden Gate Park) Events

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*
*No tickets needed. Open to the public
Categories: **Annual Event**, *Top Pick*, Community, In Person, Kids & Families, Nature
Address: 9th Ave. and Lincoln Way, San Francisco, CA

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