2027 Theme

Souls in Motion / Almas en Movimiento

Forty-nine years, and the streets still remember. They remember the drums that echoed through San Francisco before Carnaval SF had a name, calling people together through rhythm and movement. We acknowledge the Ohlone people, the original stewards of this land, whose connection to Place came before us. Then came generations of elders, artists, organizers, dancers, musicians, and dreamers who built something that continues to live. From across the United States, the Caribbean, Latin America, Indigenous communities, and around the world, people brought their cultures, traditions, stories, and dreams to the Bay Area. Together, they shaped the soul of Carnaval SF and wove it into the cultural fabric of this place.

Get the best seats

See the 2027 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 general seating area will be located outside, in front of the Gray Area Theatre (2665 Mission St, SF) as well as on the corner of 22nd and Mission (2601 Mission St, SF). With your ticket you can enter from either side. Tickets are for general admission—no reserve seating available. Wheelchair accessibility available.

The Grand Stand premier seating area will be located in front of The Hall SF Bar & Billiards (2565 Mission St, SF), next to the Parade Judges Stage. Enjoy the electrifying performances next to the judges! Tickets are for the premier seating area—no reserve seating available. Wheelchair accessibility available.

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 & Grand Parade 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.