San Francisco is heating up — Right here’s what’s taking place in Might 2024 | by The Daring Italic | Might, 2024
May 25th and 26th
Located on Harrison Street between 16th and 24th streets
Carnaval San Francisco is a colorful two-day festival held annually in San Francisco’s Mission District over Memorial Day weekend. It celebrates Latin American, Caribbean, and Afro-Diasporic cultures through music, dance, arts, and cuisine.
Established in 1979 by a group of artists and activists, it is now the largest multi-cultural celebration on the West Coast. The free festival spans 17 blocks in the Mission District, primarily along Harrison Street between 16th and 24th Streets. It features five main stages with over 50 local performing artists, 400 vendors, global cuisine, arts and crafts, and various activities for all ages.
The highlight is the vibrant grand parade on Sunday, showcasing elaborate costumes, music, and dance groups representing different cultures and traditions.
