36 Best Summer Festivals and County Fairs in San Francisco for Kids and Families

Find great fair food and fun in Napa this summer. Photo courtesy of the Napa Town and Country Fair
Find great fair food and fun in Napa this summer. Photo courtesy of the Napa Town and Country Fair
5/17/24 - By Sandra Lee

Summer festivals in San Francisco are the best way to enjoy those few months without any fog or rain. These outdoor festivals bring families and friends together to celebrate fabulous food, cool cultures, and loads of fun activities. There are county fairs, block parties, music festivals, and of course, plenty of events honoring the 4th of July.

From Ferris wheels and mini roller coasters at fests like the 33rd Bay Area KidFest in Concord to honoring our missing fog at Pacifica's Fog Fest, here we rounded up the best summer festivals in San Francisco and the Bay Area for kids and families.

For more fun things to do in the Bay Area every day of summer, check out our calendar of events. Plus, plan your summer road trips with our Weekend Getaway and Day Trips for San Francisco Guide

 

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Sandra Lee
Sandra Lee is the community publisher and social media manager for Mommy Poppins Bay Area. With nearly a decade of writing in the parenting space, she’s passionate about helping parents create unforgettable memories with their kids. Her work has appeared in Tiny Beans, Zulily, and more. When she's not exploring or creating content, you’ll find her baking or practicing her hip-hop moves.