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SF’s 69th Annual Armenian Food Festival (Sept. 18-20)

Come celebrate 69 years of the Armenian Food Festival, located at 825 Brotherhood Way in San Francisco (near Lake Merced and SFSU).

Widely recognized as one of the best ethnic food festivals in the Bay Area, the festival features authentic Armenian cuisine, dancing, music, and art. Enjoy everything from live musical performances and folk dancing to shish-kebab, savory sandwiches, vegetarian delicacies, and freshly made pastries.

When:

  • Friday, Sept. 18: 6pm to Midnight ($5 admission, children under 5 free)
  • Saturday, Sept. 19: 12pm to Midnight ($5 admission, children under 5 free)
  • Sunday, Sept. 20: 12pm to 5pm (Free admission Sunday)

Where: 825 Brotherhood Way, San Francisco, CA 94132 (near Lake Merced and SFSU)

Highlights:

  • Authentic Armenian food and desserts
  • Live music and Armenian folk dancing
  • Cultural performances
  • Artisan booths and bazaar row
  • Kids Zone

Complimentary parking available, with public transportation to the event.

For more information: armenianfoodfestivalsf@gmail.com or 415-751-9140

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: $5*
*Admission is $5 per person on Friday and Saturday. Children under 5 are free. Sunday is free admission all day.
Categories: **Annual Event**, *Top Pick*, Community, Eating & Drinking, Fairs & Festivals, In Person, Kids & Families, Live Music
Venue: Armenian Food Festival SF
Address: 825 Brotherhood Way, San Francisco, CA 94132

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