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“Off the Grid” Fort Mason: Friday Night Market w/ 110+ Vendors (2026)

Friday, September 18, 2026 - 5:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free to attend, but food/drink for purchase
Fort Mason Center | 2 Marina Blvd, San Francisco, CA
San Francisco

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“Off the Grid” Fort Mason: Friday Night Market w/ 110+ Vendors (2026)

Off the Grid

Fort Mason Night Market returns for 2026 with food trucks, craft vendors & live music on the waterfront.

San Francisco’s popular waterfront night market is back for 2026. The Fort Mason Night Market returns monthly from April through December, bringing together local food vendors, craft makers, live music, and family-friendly activities at the historic waterfront campus of Fort Mason Center for Arts & Culture.

Hosted in partnership with Off the Grid, West Coast Craft, and Stern Grove Festival, the free outdoor market transforms Fort Mason into a lively evening destination for shopping, dining, and sunset views along the bay.

Expect a rotating lineup of food trucks and pop-ups, dozens of local artisans, DJs and live performances, plus hands-on workshops and public art installations.

🍴 What to Expect Each Month

  • 25+ Food Trucks & Vendors curated by Off the Grid
  • 50+ Local Craft & Retail Vendors curated by West Coast Craft
  • Live Music & DJs programmed by Stern Grove Festival
  • Creative Workshops including all-ages art activities
  • Outdoor Bars & Dining from Fort Mason resident restaurants
  • Waterfront Views and plenty of space to gather

📅 2026 Fort Mason Night Market Schedule

All events run from 5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.

  • Friday, April 17, 2026
  • Friday, May 22, 2026
  • Friday, June 19, 2026
  • Additional monthly dates continue through December 2026 (TBA)

🧭 Good to Know

  • Admission: Free
  • Family-Friendly: Yes, all ages welcome
  • Parking: Limited onsite; public transit or rideshare recommended
  • Location: Fort Mason waterfront campus
  • Extras: Public art, extended retail hours, and seasonal food and drink options

 

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Upcoming “Off the Grid” Fort Mason: Friday Night Market w/ 110+ Vendors (2026) 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*
*Free to attend, but food/drink for purchase
Categories: *Top Pick*, Block Party, Eating & Drinking, Fairs & Festivals, In Person, Night Market, Outdoors, San Francisco
Address: 2 Marina Blvd, San Francisco, CA

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