16 upcoming festivals events
Oakland First Fridays: Back to School
Fri, 4 Sept 2026 at 10:00 AM
Telegraph Avenue, Oakland
Oakland First Fridays: Back to School turns Telegraph Avenue into a free, family-friendly street festival from 5–9 PM on the first Friday, with street artists, food artisans, craft makers, live performances, and DJs along the Telegraph corridor between West Grand and 27th Street.
Maker Faire–
Sat, 19 Sept 2026
Gray Area Foundation for the Arts
Maker Faire Bay Area is a hands-on DIY festival in Sept 2026 celebrating tinkering, tech, crafts and family-friendly maker demos across Bay Area locations with exhibits, workshops and community open houses.
TreasureFest September 2026
Sat, 26 Sept 2026 at 3:00 AM
Gold Bar (Treasure Island)
TreasureFest on Treasure Island is the Bay Area’s beloved outdoor festival featuring 400+ independent artists, makers, designers, and antique dealers, plus food trucks and live music. Free admission and family-friendly, 10am–4pm on Sept 26, 2026.
Santa Cruz County Fair
Sat, 19 Sept 2026
Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds
The Santa Cruz County Fair at the Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds is a family-friendly community fair with rides, livestock shows, food vendors, live music and local exhibits across indoor and outdoor spaces.
Scottish Highlands Gathering and Games
Sat, 19 Sept 2026
Pleasanton
A traditional Scottish Highlands gathering in the Bay Area (Pleasanton) featuring athletics, piping, dancing and family activities—check the organizer site for local dates and ticket details.
California Rum Festival 2026
Fri, 18 Sept 2026
Trader Vic's Emeryville
Burton Fest: Inspired by the Mind of Tim Burton (Easy Bay)
Sat, 26 Sept 2026 at 6:00 AM
An East Bay Tim Burton–inspired festival blending whimsy and macabre aesthetics with wine tastings, striped decor, and immersive art installations. Celebrate the director’s gothic whimsy through striking visuals, playful performances, and a twilight, photo-worthy festival atmosphere.
Castro Street Fair
Thu, 1 Oct 2026 at 3:00 AM
Castro Street
Castro Street Fair is a lively, community-driven street festival in San Francisco featuring live music, food vendors, local artists, and family-friendly activities celebrating the neighborhood spirit.
Potrero Hill Festival
Thu, 1 Oct 2026 at 3:00 AM
Potrero Hill, San Francisco
Potrero Hill Festival is a family-friendly neighborhood street festival in San Francisco featuring local vendors, food, live music and community activities — a casual autumn day out for locals and visitors.
TreasureFest October 2026
Sat, 24 Oct 2026 at 3:00 AM
Gold Bar (Treasure Island)
TreasureFest returns to Treasure Island for a free, family-friendly outdoor festival featuring 400+ independent artists, makers, designers, antique collectors, food trucks, and live music from 10am to 4pm. Explore unique crafts, vintage finds, and tasty eats along the waterfront in the Bay Area.
Italian Heritage Festival
Mon, 19 Oct 2026
Gray Area Foundation for the Arts
Italian Heritage Festival in the San Francisco Bay Area on Oct 20, 2026 celebrates Italian culture with food, music, history exhibits and family-friendly community events across Bay Area venues.
TreasureFest - November 2026 (Saturday)
Sat, 28 Nov 2026 at 2:00 AM
Gold Bar (Treasure Island)
TreasureFest on Treasure Island is a monthly outdoor festival featuring 400+ indie artists, makers, designers, antique collectors, food trucks, and live music. Free admission and family-friendly, 10am–4pm.
TreasureFest - December 2026 (Saturday)
Sat, 26 Dec 2026 at 2:00 AM
Gold Bar (Treasure Island)
TreasureFest on Treasure Island is a lively outdoor festival featuring 400+ artists, makers, designers, and antique collectors, alongside food trucks and live music. Free admission and family-friendly, 10am–4pm on December 26, 2026.
Another Hole in the Head
Mon, 30 Nov 2026
ion10 days of independent filmsDates: December 1 - 31 >>Full calendar of events for December
Another Hole in the Head is an annual San Francisco indie film festival (Dec 1–31) showcasing horror, sci‑fi, dark fantasy and exploitation films across multiple venues.
Breakfast of Champions Block Party
Thu, 31 Dec 2026
The Great Northern
Kick off 2027 with the Breakfast of Champions at San Francisco Zoo & Gardens: an 18-hour New Year’s Day block party weaving dawn-to-dusk beats across quirky venues, with advance tickets and festive energy.
TreasureFest
Sat, 27 Mar 2027 at 3:00 AM
Gold Bar (Treasure Island)
TreasureFest returns to Treasure Island for a breezy outdoor festival featuring 400+ independent artists, makers, designers, and antique collectors, plus food trucks and live music. Enjoy free admission, a family-friendly vibe, and a day of markets and performances from 10am to 4pm.