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SF’s 67th Annual North Beach Festival (2023)

Saturday, June 17, 2023 - All Day | Cost: FREE
North Beach | Grant Ave. and Vallejo St., San Francisco

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SF’s 67th Annual North Beach Festival (2023)

Considered one of the country’s original outdoor festivals, the North Beach Festival celebrates its 67th anniversary in historic North Beach.

2023 North Beach Festival
Saturday & Sunday, June 17-18, 2023 | 10 am to 6 pm
Grant Avenue and Columbus Avenue, San Francisco
FREE

The North Beach Festival is held in historic North Beach District, known to locals and visitors alike as San Francisco’s Little Italy and the home of the famed Beat Generation.

This year’s Festival will span 9 blocks and feature over 100 arts and crafts booths, some of the Bay Area’s best gourmet food vendors, several stages of live music, DJ’s, beer gardens, Makers Block activities, Italian Street Art, the Blessing of the Animals, performances from Club Fugazi acrobats, and so much more all in the heart of North Beach, nestled amongst its many charming and unique shops and restaurants.

Don’t miss out on this great opportunity to participate in this San Francisco tradition which is known nationally and internationally.

*Proudly presented by The North Beach Business Association. Proceeds from the festival are granted to local community organizations and programs including food assistance, after-school activities, job training, temporary housing and more. 

(NBF is a smoke-free event pursuant to SF Health Code Article 19L.)

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: **Annual Event**, *Top Pick*, Art & Museums, Fairs & Festivals, In Person, Kids & Families, Live Music, San Francisco, Top Annual Events
Address: Grant Ave. and Vallejo St., San Francisco

Saturday, June 17, 2023

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