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SF’s 2026 African Arts Festival: Free Family Day (Yerba Buena Gardens)

Saturday, October 3, 2026 - 11:00 am to 4:00 pm | Cost: FREE
Great Lawn, Yerba Buena Gardens | Mission St. between 3rd & 4th Sts. San Francisco, CA

Event Details

Arenas Dance Company

The 6th African Arts Festival at Yerba Buena Gardens offers a free, family-friendly day featuring live music, dance, drumming, food vendors, kids activities, and more. The event takes place on the Great Lawn and includes performances from Arenas and other artists.

Original Event Description:
_Save the date October 3rd! Arenas will be joining amazing line up of artists presenting at the 6th African Arts Festival! @ybgfestival, a free and family friendly day of live music and dance!_

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DDDC Yerba Buena Gardens Festival Presents African Arts Festival Free Admission Food | Kids Activities Vendors | Drumming And More! Saturday October 3 11am – 4pm Great Lawn Yerba Buena Gardens

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
Categories: *Top Pick*, Community, Eating & Drinking, Fairs & Festivals, In Person, Kids & Families
Address: Mission St. between 3rd & 4th Sts. San Francisco, CA

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