Set sail for a full day of music, maritime fun, and waterfront festivities at the 2025 San Francisco Festival of the Sea on Saturday, September 13th! Join us at the scenic San Francisco Maritime National Historical Park to celebrate the city’s rich maritime history with a lively mix of entertainment and activities.
Event Highlights:
Outdoor live music and dance performances inspired by sea traditions from around the globe
Sea chantey performances inside the historic Maritime Museum Building
Sandcastle-building contest on the beach
Parade of boats across Aquatic Cove
Historic and small craft exhibitions in Aquatic Cove
Puppet show and story time for kids
Whether you’re a maritime enthusiast, music lover, or just looking for a fun day by the water, Festival of the Sea has something for everyone!
This event is free and open to all- come celebrate the spirit of the sea!
Featuring Performances by:
Surf Monster
Doug Closson and the King Tide Band
Holdstock, Clegg and Pratt
The Flying Angels Chinese Dance Company
DíaPaSón
Dogwatch Nautical Band
Brass Farthing
Peter Kasin & Richard Adrianowicz
Kathryn Daskal
Riggy Rackin
Shay Black
Amelia Hogan
Alina Larson & Blake Ritter
Mordecai benHerschel
Talitha Aho
Monica Wu
More details and performers to be announced soon…
