August Festivals At A Glance

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Summer festival season to kicking into high gear with an incredible number of fantastic festivals worth getting on your calendar. So read on for a list of recommendations for fabulous festivals this summer.

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Fremont Festival of the Arts
Aug 1
Downtown Fremont
Fremont Festival of the Arts
Downtown Fremont

The Fremont Festival Of The Arts Is The Largest Free Street Festival West Of The Mississippi.

Downtown Fremont
Chabot Space Week Festival
Aug 1
Chabot Space & Science Center
Chabot Space Week Festival
Chabot Space & Science Center

This festival weekend is a chance to engage your curiosity, connect with Bay Area scientists, explore your place in the future of space, and of course dance it out in our courtyard after lunch. Chabot is Oakland’s place for space, community and connection – with each other and the universe.  

Chabot Space & Science Center
Maritime Day
Aug 1
Galilee Harbor
Maritime Day
Galilee Harbor

Join us for Maritime Day 2026, a beloved annual celebration of Sausalito’s rich maritime heritage and waterfront community. This year’s event will be bigger than ever—come enjoy a full day of live music, local food & drinks, unique vendors, hands-on kids' activities, and a peek into the history that keeps Galilee Harbor sailing strong.

Galilee Harbor
Jerry Day
Aug 1
Jerry Garcia Amphitheater
Jerry Day
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.

Jerry Garcia Amphitheater
Nihonmachi Street Fair
Aug 1
Japantown
Nihonmachi Street Fair
Japantown

Get ready for a vibrant cultural explosion! The 52nd Annual Nihonmachi Street Fair returns to San Francisco’s Japantown on August 1st & 2nd, 2026.

Japantown
Spirit of '45: Living History Day & Swing Dance
Aug 1
History Park
Spirit of '45: Living History Day & Swing Dance
History Park

Join us on Saturday, August 1, 2026, from 2:00PM – 10:00PM at History Park as History San José and Keep the Spirit of ’45 Alive Bay Area hosts the Spirit of ’45 Living History Day and Big Band Swing Dance!

History Park
Multicultural Festival
Aug 1
Williamson Ranch Park
Multicultural Festival
Williamson Ranch Park

Highlighting cultural diversity and community engagement, this event features live performances, vendors, a kids' zone filled with games and activities, food and so much more!

Williamson Ranch Park
Sonoma City Party
Aug 6
Sonoma Plaza
Sonoma City Party
Sonoma Plaza

Celebrate summer with live music, local food, family-friendly fun, and community spirit in the heart of Sonoma.

Sonoma Plaza
Dancing Under the Lights
Aug 7
Fourth St from A Street to Lootens Place
Dancing Under the Lights
Fourth St from A Street to Lootens Place

Join us for a fun filled evening in downtown San Rafael this summer as we host our annual event, "Dancing Under The Lights"!

Fourth St from A Street to Lootens Place
National Lighthouse Day
Aug 7
Point Reyes Lighthouse
National Lighthouse Day
Point Reyes Lighthouse

Experience the historic Point Reyes Lighthouse as it appeared a century ago. On this special evening, Point Reyes National Seashore will illuminate and rotate the 156-year old Fresnel lens, giving visitors a rare opportunity to witness history in motion. The Lighthouse Visitor Center will be open with exhibits, retail offerings, and light refreshments for sale.

Point Reyes Lighthouse
Silicon Valley Robotics Fair
Aug 8
San Mateo County Event Center
Silicon Valley Robotics Fair
San Mateo County Event Center

​Join us August 8–9, 2026, at the San Mateo County Event Center for two days of robotics competitions, AI showcases, expert talks, live demos, and networking.

San Mateo County Event Center
Gravenstein Apple Fair 
Aug 8
Gravenstein Apple Fair 

Since 1973, the Gravenstein Apple Fair has brought together farmers, families, musicians, artists, and food lovers to celebrate the agricultural roots of Sonoma County

Inverness Fair
Aug 8
Firehouse Green
Inverness Fair
Firehouse Green

Free community celebration with music, food, drinks, cake raffles, interactive activities, and legendary rummage and plant sales all benefiting local non-profit organizations. 

Firehouse Green
Bay Area Aloha Festival
Aug 8
San Mateo County Event Center
Bay Area Aloha Festival
San Mateo County Event Center

Live Music, Hula, Entertainment, Activities for Children, Fun for All Multiple Hawaii Music and Na Hoku Hanohano Award-Winning Band ‘TEN FEET’ Headline on Sunday!

San Mateo County Event Center
Laurel Street Fair World Music Festival
Aug 8
MacArthur Blvd @ 35th Ave
Laurel Street Fair World Music Festival
MacArthur Blvd @ 35th Ave

World Music & Dance Performances | Artisan Vendors CA Draft Tech Beer Garden | Global Cuisine | Jain Williams State Farm Kid’s Carnival & More!

MacArthur Blvd @ 35th Ave
Pistahan
Aug 8
Esplanade, Yerba Buena Gardens
Pistahan
Esplanade, Yerba Buena Gardens

The free 2-day outdoor event is fun for the entire family and features hands-on and authentic cultural experiences in 8 pavilions: Art, Culinary, Dance, Health, Heritage, Innovation, Sports and Tavern.

Esplanade, Yerba Buena Gardens
Nature and Community Fair
Aug 8
Sonoma State Historic Park
Nature and Community Fair
Sonoma State Historic Park

There will be over two dozen organizations and agencies exhibiting their information and activities in the Casa Grande area.

Sonoma State Historic Park
Pupusa Fest
Aug 9
Lagoon Park
Pupusa Fest
Lagoon Park

Get ready for Pupusa Fest on Sunday, August 3 at Marin Center - Lagoon Park in San Rafael, CA!

Lagoon Park
Meet Me in the Street
Aug 12
W. American Canyon Road between James Road and Elliott Drive
Meet Me in the Street
W. American Canyon Road between James Road and Elliott Drive

Get ready, American Canyon! The highly anticipated Meet Me in the Street event series is back this summer, bringing three nights of unforgettable community fun. Mark your calendars for June 11, July 9, and August 13, and September 9 from 5 to 8 p.m., as they transform West American Canyon Road into the ultimate summer festival experience.

W. American Canyon Road between James Road and Elliott Drive
Foster City Summer Days
Aug 14
Leo Ryan Park
Foster City Summer Days
Leo Ryan Park

Summer Days will have lots of fun and exciting activities happening all throughout the day, with something for everyone to enjoy.

Leo Ryan Park
Cotati Accordion Festival
Aug 15
La Plaza Park
Cotati Accordion Festival
La Plaza Park

Get ready for the Annual Cotati Accordion Festival—a vibrant, nonprofit celebration of music, culture, and community!

La Plaza Park
Burlingame On The Avenue
Aug 16
Burlingame Avenue
Burlingame On The Avenue
Burlingame Avenue

The car show will take place between 10:00 am and 3:30 pm, and vehicles will be entered into a community-based judging event with the winner announced at 4:00 PM.

Burlingame Avenue
Oakland Pride Parade & Festival
Aug 16
Downtown Oakland
Oakland Pride Parade & Festival
Downtown Oakland

This year, Oakland Pride and Pridefest Oakland have joined forces to create a sponsorship of strength and respect while elevating our unified mission to celebrate and support the cultures and diversity of the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer+ (LGBTQ+) community in Oakland and the surrounding Bay Area.

Downtown Oakland
Bay Area Ukrainian Fest
Aug 16
Baylands Park
Bay Area Ukrainian Fest
Baylands Park

The Biggest Ukrainian Picnic in the Bay Area! • Live Ukrainian Music, Ukrainian Food, Kids & Family Fun & Best Raffle in the Bay.

Baylands Park
Bliss Festival
Aug 16
Presidio Theatre Performing Arts Center
Bliss Festival
Presidio Theatre Performing Arts Center

The fourth annual outdoor festival features Bay Area favorite artists.

Presidio Theatre Performing Arts Center
Cole Valley Fair
Aug 20
Cole Street between Frederick & Grattan and Parnassus Ave between Shrader & Belvedere
Cole Valley Fair
Cole Street between Frederick & Grattan and Parnassus Ave between Shrader & Belvedere

The family-friendly night market returns to Cole Valley for another year of fun, food, shopping, entertainment, and community!

Cole Street between Frederick & Grattan and Parnassus Ave between Shrader & Belvedere
Downtown Hayward Street Parties
Aug 20
Downtown Hayward, at B & Main Streets
Downtown Hayward Street Parties
Downtown Hayward, at B & Main Streets

Experience the vibrant spirit of Hayward at the Downtown Hayward Street Parties. We can’t wait to see you there!

Downtown Hayward, at B & Main Streets
Friday Nights on Main
Aug 21
Downtown Tiburon
Friday Nights on Main
Downtown Tiburon

We will be hosting two Friday Nights on Main in 2026.  Mark your calendars for Friday June 12th and Friday August 21st - 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm.

Downtown Tiburon
Strawberry Community Night
Aug 21
Strawberry Recreation Center
Strawberry Community Night
Strawberry Recreation Center

Annual Community Night—a free, family-friendly event that brings together local businesses, performers, food vendors, and community groups for an evening of fun, connection, and celebration.

Strawberry Recreation Center
Miller Nights
Aug 21
Depot Plaza
Miller Nights
Depot Plaza

This summer, Mill Valley comes alive with Miller Nights — a laid-back evening series designed for the community to gather, unwind, and enjoy the best of downtown. Join us June 12 and August 21 from 5–8 PM at Depot Plaza, where there will be a partial street closure on Miller Avenue to transform downtown into a vibrant summer hangout.

Depot Plaza