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Free Cultural Festival in Chinatown + Street Fair

Sunday, May 31, 2026 - 10:00 am to 4:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Please RSVP to get your FREE tickets to this event on eventbrite.

Chinatown San Francisco | 1138 Grant Ave, San Francisco, CA 94133

Event Details

Cultural Festival in Chinatown 2026 is Presented by: Chinatown History & Culture Association

Thank you to our Title Sponsor: Civic Joy Fund

Join us on May 31, 2026 for a fun day in San Francisco‘s Chinatown! Experience the vibrant culture, tasty food, and lively performances that make Chinatown so special. Bring your friends and family to celebrate together in a relaxed, friendly atmosphere. Don’t miss out on this festive and cultural local event!

Open to the Public at 10 am – 4 pm, May 31st of 2026 on Grant Ave.

street fair, vendors, FREE cultural activities: calligraphy, painting, performances, musical, arts, martial arts, and lion dance performances.

*FREE Chinese Medicine consultations*

**FREE calligraphy lessons, including surname calligraphy. Find your Chinese surname, and learn to create a Chinese calligraphy style painting of your surname!**

 

Event is from 10 am to 4 pm

10 am: Open to public

11 am: Opening Ceremony and Program

2:30 – 3:30 pm: Cultural Parade

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*
*Please RSVP to get your FREE tickets to this event on eventbrite.
Categories: **Annual Event**, *Top Pick*, Community, In Person
Venue: Chinatown San Francisco
Address: 1138 Grant Ave, San Francisco, CA 94133

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