Fairs & Festivals

Experience the San Francisco Ocean Film Festival, a hub for marine films and ocean conservation.

San Francisco hosts the Berlin and Beyond Film Festival, a major event celebrating German-language cinema.

Experience the Renegade Craft Fair in San Francisco, a hub for unique crafts and local art at Fort Mason.

Learn about the Arab Film Festival in San Francisco, showcasing diverse Arab cinema since 1996.

Learn about the Harmony Sweepstakes A Cappella Festival, a top U.S. vocal competition held in San Rafael.

Learn about the vibrant San Francisco gay pride parade and festival, a beacon of LGBTQ+ activism and unity.

Since 1993, the Other Minds Music Festival has enriched San Francisco's music scene with global avant-garde talent.

Immerse in the vibrancy of Comic Con San Jose, a hub for sci-fi, anime, and gaming fans.

Learn about Stanford Jazz Workshop's 50-year legacy of jazz education in San Francisco, offering camps and masterclasses.

Learn the storied past of Halloween in the Castro, a key event reflecting the district's vibrant spirit and resilience.

Learn about the 1968 San Francisco Pop Festival, a key event shaping music and culture.

Experience the Fillmore Jazz Festival in San Francisco, a vibrant celebration of jazz, art, and gourmet food every July.

Relive the magic of KFOG KaBoom, San Francisco's iconic music and fireworks event from 1994 to 2010.

Learn about the International Black Women's Film Festival, spotlighting Black female filmmakers in San Francisco.

Learn about the Asian Heritage Street Celebration, a major San Francisco event celebrating Asian Pacific American culture.