Summer Events in San Francisco 2026
May 24, 2026
May 24, 2026
Date: May 28th - June 7th
Location: Roxie Theater, Vogue Theater & Artists’ Television Access
For 25 years, SF DocFest's mission has been to discover new non-fiction films for Bay Area film fans to enjoy. Now, with the age of computerized algorithms and the dreaded AI infiltrating the creative process, a human touch is needed more than ever to curate a unique cinematic experience. SF DocFest continues to provide new and unusual alternative films you won’t find at the multiplex or popular streaming services.
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Date: May 30th (11:00am-4:00pm)
Location: Presidio Tunnel Tops, East Meadow
The Native American Health Center welcomes indigenous communities and the greater public back to the Presidio for a day of dance, music, screen printing, an arts and crafts marketplace, health screenings, and more. Dance in many indigenous communities is a prayer, an offering, a balancing of our physical, mental, spiritual, and emotional selves which in turn heals and strengthens our communities.
Bring your own picnic or enjoy delicious food celebrating the Bay Area’s diverse cuisines from Presidio Pop Up’s food and beverage vendors.
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Date: May 30th (12:00pm-4:00pm)
Location: Civil War Parade Grounds
The fourth annual Parks4All: Brewfest brings craft beer enthusiasts together for a day of unlimited tastings from a diverse lineup of local breweries. Enjoy live music, outdoor activities, and food options while exploring the flavors of San Francisco’s craft beer scene.
Your ticket directly supports the Golden Gate National Parks Conservancy’s programs, which make national parks more accessible and inclusive for all. It’s a chance to enjoy great beer, connect with the community, and contribute to preserving our parks for future generations.
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Date: June 12-14
Location: Presidio Theatre & virtual screenings
34 films across seven curated screenings at San Francisco's historic Presidio Theatre. Filmmaker Q&As, the QWOCFF Glambot, community celebrations, and our 25th Anniversary Reception. Every screening fully accessible with open captions, audio description, and ASL interpretation.
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Date: June 6th - June 7th (11:00am - 7:00pm)
Location: Union Street between Fillmore and Gough
The Union Street Association hosts and sponsors many events throughout the year that are free to the public. The street comes alive with festivals that are family oriented, featuring arts & crafts, live music, great food, entertainment, children’s activities and more. Kick off the summer with one of the largest street festivals in San Francisco, located in the bustling Cow Hollow neighborhood! The two-day long Union Street Festival brings neighbors, locals and visitors alike to celebrate in the streets of San Francisco’s Cow Hollow District. Come celebrate local business, culture and community with live music, food and goods vendors, family-friendly activity zones, artists, makers and fun for all ages!
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Date: June 12th - October 16th
Location: Various Locations in the City
From June through October, join us in neighborhoods across the city for family-friendly films under the stars. The five-night series is presented by Amazon. RSVP for a chance to win special access to our reserved seating section and cozy up right by the screen! What’s more, Amazon is gifting one lucky winner at each screening their Amazon Wish List, worth up to $1,000.
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Date: June 13th (11:00am-6:00pm)
Location: Fillmore Corridor between Geary and Fulton
The Juneteenth Freedom Celebration Festival commemorates the emancipation of enslaved Black Americans and celebrates African American culture in recognition of black contributions and progress. Thousands will be in attendance as we commemorate Juneteenth in the city’s historic Fillmore District. The Freedom Celebration will span 8 city blocks featuring dozens of special guests, community leaders, performers, vendors, exhibitions, inflatables, games and tons of fun for the whole family. All attendees will have access to free, unlimited playtime with pony rides, games and much more!
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Date: June 20th
Location: Market Street and 2nd Street
The San Francisco Citywide Juneteenth Parade envisions a future where the spirit of freedom, unity, and resilience permeates every aspect of society. As we look to 2026 and beyond, our vision is to cultivate a thriving community where the celebration of Juneteenth serves as a catalyst for social change, collective healing, and inclusive prosperity. We aspire to create a platform that honors the past, celebrates the present, and inspires a future where racial equity, justice, and opportunity are accessible to all. Through collaborative partnerships, innovative programming, and unwavering commitment to diversity and inclusion, we envision the Juneteenth Parade as a beacon of hope, empowerment, and transformation, igniting hearts and minds to build a more just and equitable world for generations to come.
A Dozen Block Parties will be in full swing!
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Date: June 7th (11:00am-4:00pm)
Location: Ferry Building Waterfront Plaza
Celebrate local Black-owned businesses at the 6th annual Juneteenth on the Waterfront on Sunday, June 7. Kick off a month of Juneteenth celebrations in San Francisco with a day of delicious food, crafts, and community in the front plaza of the Ferry Building. Savor handcrafted foods and drinks from Black entrepreneurs, shop for local crafts at the In The Black pop-up market, and enjoy fun activities for the whole family. Entry is free and open to the public, with food and drink available for purchase.
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Date: June 1st - June 12th
Location: Multiple venues throughout San Francisco
San Francisco Design Week is an essential week-long city-wide festival that showcases the unique intersection of ideas, design, business & entrepreneurism that makes the Bay Area the birthplace of the future.
Now a global phenomenon, San Francisco’s international success is born from a historically free-spirited entrepreneurialism, coupled with the imaginative vision of contemporary design and state-of-the-art technology. Pioneers of new ways of looking at the world, nimble Bay Area start-ups are now among the world’s most influential design-led companies, producing products, services and experiences that profoundly influence the daily lives of billions of people globally.
Through studio tours and events, SFDW celebrates this spirit of newness by providing unique access to exhibitions and conversations with the designers who are shaping the future — from architecture to fashion, product design to digital services, and everything in between.
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Date: June 14th - August 16th (Sunday concerts)
Location: Stern Grove, 19th Avenue & Sloat Blvd
Stern Grove Festival is the nation’s longest-running free nonprofit music festival, bringing world-class live music to San Francisco since 1938. Every summer, we gather generations of Bay Area communities in a natural amphitheater unlike anywhere else—where music, nature, and people come together. From legendary artists to emerging voices, Stern Grove is a place where everyone is welcome, and every show is free. In a time when ticket prices continue to rise, Stern Grove remains something rare: a civic gift to the city, powered by community, and built to be shared.
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Date: June 20th - June 21st (11:00am - 7:00pm)
Location: Columbus and Green Streets
Peruse the wide array of local art, crafts, jewelry, apparel, home decor and wares, vintage fashion and other one-of-a-kind finds on our expanded festival footprint, having added 2 blocks of Stockton to Filbert to the festivities last year.
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Date: June 27th - June 28th
Location: Civic Center & Market Street, San Francisco
San Francisco Pride is, and always will be, a free festival and parade for the community. However, we offer a few ticketed, enhanced experiences that you can purchase to elevate your weekend and support the year-round work of SF Pride.
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Date: July 4th
Location: Fisherman’s Wharf & Pier 39
A fireworks display will be launched from two barges on the Bay beginning at 9:30 pm— one located at PIER 39 and another located at Aquatic Park. Our neighborhood restaurants, activities, and retail shops in Fisherman's Wharf WILL be open. Fireworks are best viewed from the Fisherman's Wharf area. Please note that seating at Aquatic Park may be limited due to construction, so please arrive early and visit other public viewing areas, like Pier 39 and the Fisherman's Wharf Promenade. Free musical entertainment is scheduled from 2pm to 9:15pm at the Crab Wheel Plaza on Jefferson and Taylor streets.
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Date: July 4th - July 5th (10:00am - 6:00pm)
Location: Fillmore Street between Jackson and Eddy
From sunrise to sunset, the streets come alive with the rhythm of live music on multiple stages, captivating art, and the flavors of gourmet food and beverages. This vibrant event invites everyone—from residents and community groups to sponsors, local businesses, exhibitors, and food vendors—to take part in a full day of culture, creativity, and connection.
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Date: July 15th - July 19th
Location: Various Locations
In 2026, the San Francisco Frozen Film Festival will proudly celebrate its 20th anniversary. After two decades of bold, independent cinema, this milestone year promises an incredible range of storytelling and artistic expression brought to the heart of San Francisco.
As part of its ongoing nonprofit mission to share exceptional art with the Bay Area, the 2026 festival will showcase films from across the globe, alongside standout projects from both emerging and established Bay Area filmmakers. Many filmmakers will be present for live Q&As throughout the event.
Audiences can look forward to a diverse lineup, including powerful dramas and documentaries, inventive experimental shorts, sharp-witted comedies, compelling short film narratives, cutting-edge experimental works, surf and skate films, and intricately animated features, each selected to move, inspire, and entertain.
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Date: July 16th - August 2nd
Location: Multiple venues across San Francisco & East Bay
The countdown is on to the event of the summer! Embrace discovery, surprise, and stellar independent films and filmmakers at the 46th San Francisco Jewish Film Festival, presented by the Jewish Film Institute. SFJFF46 invites film lovers to immerse themselves in a world-class cinematic showcase of that celebrates the diversity and joy of Jewish identity, culture, and history. Join us for three weeks of movie magic, international guests, parties, and conversations from July 16 – August 2 in San Francisco and the East Bay.
The SFJFF46 lineup will be revealed at 10am on Tuesday, June 16. JFI members enjoy an exclusive pre-sale until 10am on Thursday, June 18. Early Bird ticket packages are now on sale to all.
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Date: July 18th (10:00am-4:00pm)
Location: Presidio Tunnel Tops, East Meadow
Join us at Presidio Tunnel Tops for the second annual Community Arts Market (CAM). It’s not just a market – it’s a vibrant, community-led experience that brings together culture and creativity. The market will feature over 20 BIPOC-led artisan vendors, live performances, and healing activations, offering a space for collective joy, connection, and transformation.
CAM is designed to uplift local artists, creative entrepreneurs, and wellness practitioners through direct-to-community engagement. Attendees can explore handmade goods, original artwork, and wellness products in a family-friendly, open-air environment. CAM is organized by arts.co.lab in collaboration with the Presidio Trust.
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Date: July 24th
Location: Yerba Buena Gardens, Jessie Square & Yerba Buena Lane
San Francisco’s biggest South Asian cultural celebration brings its “Bhangra meets Bay Area energy” to one of downtown’s most iconic arts destinations for the first time—landing at Yerba Buena Gardens.
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Date: July 25th - July 26th
Location: Starts at Embarcadero & Market Street, routes throughout San Francisco including the Golden Gate Bridge
Test your limits with the San Francisco Marathon, the #2 most beautiful course in the US. The San Francisco Marathon has officially been named one of the most stunning marathon routes around the world and one of the top marathon brands in the world. For course beauty landing at #2 domestically & #7 globally.
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Date: August 1st (1:00pm-4:00pm)
Location: Presidio Tunnel Tops, East Meadow
Fiesta en el Parque returns to Presidio Tunnel Tops for its fourth year! Join us for a family-friendly celebration of Latin culture, dance, music, and community, all with breathtaking views of the Golden Gate Bridge. Move to the rhythm with salsa, merengue, and cumbia dance classes. Little ones and families alike will enjoy arts & crafts, face painting, lawn games, and live performances – all in a fun, welcoming atmosphere.
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Date: August 1st - August 2nd
Location: Japantown, San Francisco
United together since 1974, we have spent over half a century bringing our AAPI communities together to honor our roots and build our future. At its heart, the Nihonmachi Street Fair builds a culture of unity, belonging, and camaraderie, creating a space where every voice is celebrated and every generation feels at home.
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Date: August 2nd
Location: Jerry Garcia Amphitheater
Jerry Day is a civic and cultural event that celebrates one of the greatest rock guitarists of all time and San Francisco native son – Jerry Garcia, founding member of the Grateful Dead.
This event captures the true spirit of Jerry Garcia as we celebrate his legacy, the Jerry Garcia Amphitheater, and recognize his childhood roots from the Excelsior District of San Francisco. By uniting the diverse communities of San Francisco through Jerry’s music, we are creating something extraordinary for Jerry’s childhood neighborhood – the Excelsior District, McLaren Park, and the City and County of San Francisco.
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Date: August 7th - August 9th
Location: Golden Gate Park
2026 marks 18 years of Outside Lands, a place where world-class music meets next-level food, boundary-pushing art, the most epic festival atmosphere in Golden Gate Park, and the kind of moments you swear you’ll never forget. Relive the chaos, the classics, and the once-in-a-lifetime collabs from 2008 to today, through photos, videos, posters, lineups, and more.
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Date: September 6th (1:00pm-4:00pm)
Location: Presidio Tunnel Tops, East Meadow
World Arts West Dance Festival returns to the Presidio. Come out to the park for an afternoon of dance workshops and performances at Presidio Tunnel Tops – bring family and friends, a blanket and picnic, or walk over to Presidio Pop Up’s to purchase delicious food celebrating the Bay Area’s diverse cuisines.
This event is part of a three-weekend festival that includes film screenings and other community activations rooted in this year’s theme, “Legacy of Liberation” – a theme which addresses the holistic needs of the community. World Arts West isn’t just providing visibility to artists but also economic empowerment, cultural preservation, and collective advocacy. See all the World Arts West Dance Festival activations this year.
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Date: September 27th
Location: Folsom Street between 8th and 13th Streets
This is a celebration AND it’s a resistance. Against shame. Against erasure. Against every force that has ever told us to hide who we are, tone it down, or stay in line. We’re here because we refused. What began as a small circle of queers, freaks, and freedom fighters has grown into this: a street fair pulsing with power, passion, and unapologetic authenticity. In a world that polices gender, criminalizes sexuality, and commodifies identity, our gathering is sacred ground. We come together to build community, share knowledge, honor our elders, and create a space where every body, every kink, every form of expression has value—on our terms.
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