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2026 Taiwanese American Cultural Festival (Union Square)

Saturday, May 9, 2026 - 10:00 am to 4:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free!

Union Square | 333 Post St, San Francisco, California

Event Details

The West Coast’s largest Taiwanese American celebration is back and in person on Saturday, May 9, 2026 in San Francisco’s Union Square! Join us from 10AM – 4PM for a free and family-friendly festival showcasing Taiwanese culture, food, entertainment, activities and more.

Since 1993, the Taiwanese American Cultural Festival has grown into an annual landmark event for the Bay Area community, drawing thousands of visitors from all over the world to experience Taiwan’s unique cultural heritage and to recognize the contributions of Taiwanese Americans today.

The Taiwanese American Cultural Festival (TACF) is the West Coast’s largest Taiwanese American cultural celebration drawing over 10,000 visitors a year. Since its establishment in 1993, the TACF has grown into an annual landmark event for the San Francisco Bay Area community visitors from all over the world to experience Taiwan’s unique cultural heritage and to recognize the contributions of Taiwanese Americans today.

Check out for Performers

Lion dances, acrobatic troupe, and more! Get to know the groups and individuals gracing this year’s festival stage.

Check out where you want to eat

Beef noodle soup is the heart and soul of Taiwan. See what culinary delights you can chow down on at this year’s festival.

Check out the Artist

Get ready for a journey filled with mesmerizing Taiwanese artists and vendors, immersing yourself in the art atmosphere.

About the Taiwanese American Cultural Festival

The TACF is a subsidiary of Taiwanese American Professionals — San Francisco (TAP-SF) and is 100% organized, run and funded by volunteers and donors.

Check here to learn more!

 

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!
Categories: **Annual Event**, *Top Pick*, Eating & Drinking, Fairs & Festivals, In Person, Kids & Families, Live Music
Address: 333 Post St, San Francisco, California

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