Carnaval San Francisco

Carnaval SF

MAY 25 – 26, 2024

SAN FRANCISCO, CA

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Let the drums take over

Now in its fourth decade of celebration, Carnaval San Francisco has been an opportunity for many cultures to come together in one spirit to share their creative expressions.


Come celebrate with us at our FREE 2–day family festival in San Francisco’s Mission District where we will showcase the very best Latin American and Caribbean cultural arts and traditions.


Carnaval San Francisco is the largest multi–cultural celebration on the West Coast.

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2024 theme

honor indigenous roots

The Carnaval San Francisco theme for 2024 is “Honor Indigenous Roots.” The idea of honoring indigenous heritage has always been part of our Carnaval culture. For example, every Carnaval parade is started with a blessing ceremony from local Aztec dancers, complete with the burning of copal incense to spiritually cleanse the community, accompanied by traditional drumming and dance. This ceremony is rooted in pre-Columbian practices that still have relevance today. 

Artist: Mer Young

thank you for another great year

2023 festival headliners

2023 grand parade winners

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See the 2024 Carnaval San Francisco Grand Parade in the best seats of the event, the Grand Stand/Judging Area! 

Parade starts on 24th & Bryant Street travels west on to Mission Street then on Mission Street travels north to 15th Street. 

The Grand Stand seating area will be located outside, in front of the Gray Area Theatre. Tickets are for general admission–no reserve seating available. Wheelchair accessibility available.

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