Join us for the 70th Anniversary of the North Beach Festival from 11am to 7pm on Saturday, June 15th & Sunday, June 16th to celebrate this vibrant and historic neighborhood, featuring :
200+ Vendors on 11 blocks: 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, adding 2 blocks of Stockton to Filbert to the festivities.
Delicious Food: Indulge in mouth-watering cuisine from world-renowned North Beach restaurants, local gourmet food vendors, and food trucks from the Bay Area. Whether you're a foodie or looking for a quick bite, there's something for everyone.
Beer Gardens and Wine Tasting: Quench your thirst at one of four lively beer gardens serving a wide array of all Bay Area brews or explore the Wine and Spirits Tasting Garden in our newly created North Beach Festival Art, Culture, and History Zone on Vallejo Street. This area will also feature a historical photo exhibit of the original Upper Grant Avenue Street Fair, established in 1954 as well as Italian I’Madonarri street painting.
Live Entertainment: Enjoy live music from talented Bay Area musicians on three stages.Be mesmerized by Club Fugazi acrobats at 11am each day and prepare to be moved by the Beach Babble Poetry Reading at 1pm each day at the Makers Stage. Groove to the tunes with KXSF DJs as they broadcast live from the Green Street Party Lot, adding to the vibrant atmosphere.
Interactive Art Activities: Experience a real-life Makers Block featuring interactive art activities led by local artists and makers, including live painting, silk-screening and jewelry-making and more. You will even have the opportunity to make your own commemorative medallion out of recycled aluminum.
Kid-Friendly Zones: Bring the whole family for a day filled with activities and games. Kids can enjoy Lego-building, bubble-making, a chalk zone, and much more!
Blessing of the Animals: Participate in this cherished tradition welcoming pets and their owners for a special ceremony at 1pm each day.
Explore North Beach: Discover San Francisco's "Little Italy," a vibrant and historic neighborhood known for its rich Italian heritage, scenic views, lively nightlife, cultural festivals, and iconic landmarks like Coit Tower and City Lights Bookstore.
Event Details:
Date: Saturday, June 15th & Sunday, June 16th (Father’s Day Weekend)
Time: 11 AM to 7 PM
Location: North Beach, San Francisco (centered around Columbus and Green Streets)
The 70th anniversary of North Beach Festival is presented by The North Beach Business Association in collaboration with Sunset Mercantile
Proceeds from the festival are granted to local community organizations helping those most in need. Supported programs include free meals, after-school activities, job training, temporary housing, etc.
For more information, please email info@sfnbba.org.
Leashed dogs are welcomed!
The North Beach Festival is a smoke-free event pursuant to SF Health Code Article 19L.