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SF’s Vietnamese New Year Tet Festival (2026)

Saturday, February 7, 2026 - 10:00 am to 4:00 pm | Cost: FREE
Larkin St (between Eliis & Eddy) | Larkin St, San Francisco, CA 94102

Event Details

Welcome the Lunar New Year at the Vietnamese Tet Festival Street Event . This free, family-friendly celebration. Don’t miss this one-day Tet

Xuân Yêu Thương – Vietnamese New Year Festival

Join us for a vibrant Tet Festival Street Event on Larkin Street from Eddy Street to O’Farrell, celebrating the Vietnamese Lunar New Year and the rich cultural diversity of the Tenderloin neighborhood. This free, family-friendly event transforms Larkin Street into a lively destination filled with traditional performances, delicious food, local vendors, and community activities.

Visitors can experience the joy of Tet through lion and dragon dances, live music, cultural showcases, and festive decorations, while exploring a variety of small businesses and food booths offering authentic Vietnamese cuisine and unique handmade goods. The event is designed to bring together residents, workers, and visitors from across San Francisco to celebrate renewal, prosperity, and community connection.

By activating Larkin Street with cultural programming and local commerce, the Tet Festival encourages foot traffic, supports small businesses, and creates a welcoming space for people of all backgrounds to gather, shop, eat, and celebrate together. Whether you’re looking for great food, cultural experiences, or a festive way to welcome the Lunar New Year, the Tet Festival on Larkin Street offers something for everyone

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*, Eating & Drinking, Fairs & Festivals, In Person, Kids & Families, Lunar New Year
Address: Larkin St, San Francisco, CA 94102

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