2-day Festival
Our free, two–day Festival starts at 11 AM and runs to 6 PM and covers 17 blocks in the Mission District, with five main stages, 50 local performing artists, and 400 vendors. The festival includes international food, dancing, sampling sites and entertainment for families, couples and friends of all ethnic, social and economic backgrounds.
lineup
Saturday May 23 • Sabado 23 de Mayo
17th & Harrison St. Stage
11:00 AM — CMC
11:55 AM — SF State Afro-Cuban Jazz Ensemble
12:50 PM — Los Kimberos
1:55 PM — SambaDA
3:10 PM — Calito Franco
4:20 PM — DJ 4Fifteen
5:00 PM — La Cuneta Son Machin
21St & Harrison St. Stage
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22nd & Harrison St. Stage
11:00 AM — Louda Y Los Bad Hombres
12:00 PM — Mala Greña
1:10 PM — We Are 1 Somos 1
2:20 PM — Grupo 415
3:30 PM — Tamborazo Los Incomparables
4:30 PM — Mi Banda el Mexicano de Casimiro
23rd & Harrison St. Stage by Caravana de La Bahia
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20th & Harrison Block Party
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18th & Harrison East Cumbia Sonidera Block Party by El Internacional Panchito
11 AM – 6 PM
18th & Harrison West Sazon Libre Block Party
11 AM – 6 PM
19th & Harrison Block Party
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20th & Harrison DJ Bobby A Block Party
11 AM – 6 PM
Sunday May 24 • Domingo 24 de Mayo
17th & Harrison St. Stage
11:00 AM — DJ SET
12:00 PM — Agua Pura
1:15 PM — Carlos Xavier
2:30 PM — Momotombo
3:45 PM — Dr. Loco Tribute
5:00 PM — Samba All Stars
21St & Harrison St. Stage
12:30 PM — Creations Dance Group
22nd & Harrison St. Stage
11:00 AM — DJ Set
12:00 PM — LJYE
1:15 PM — Inti-Mystica
2:30 PM — Sambaxé
3:45 PM — Gina Madrid
5:00 PM — LA GENTE SF
23rd & Harrison St. Stage by Caravana de La Bahia
12:00 PM — Gersi Solares
12:15 PM — Alejandra Amador
12:30 PM — Norma Rodriguez
12:45 PM — Luisa Alvarez
1:00 PM — Bernardo Amador
1:15 PM — Yessy Muñoz
2:30 PM — Sonideros Unidos
4:00 PM — Luisito y la Sabrosura
4:30 PM — Grupo Los Vientos
20th & Harrison Colores de Amor Block Party
11:00 AM — Per Sia
12:00 PM — Stanley Frank Sensation
1:30 PM — Per Sia (Drag Story)
2:00 PM — Lambert
3:00 PM — DE ALMA
4:30 PM — Dulce De Leche
4:35 PM — Vicky Cristina Barcelona
4:40 PM — Jesse Sangria
4:45 PM — Per Sia (Drag)
5:00 PM — Brown Angel
18th & Harrison East Cumbia Sonidera Block Party by El Internacional Panchito
11 AM – 6 PM
18th & Harrison West Sazon Libre Block Party
11 AM – 6 PM
19th & Harrison Block Party
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20th & Harrison DJ Bobby A Block Party
11 AM – 6 PM
Vendors
17th to Mariposa
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Mariposa to 18th
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18th to 19th
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19th to 20th
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20th to 21st
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21st to 22nd
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22nd to 23rd
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23rd to 24th
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Health & Wellness Pavilion
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Nearby IN the Mission
Yelp Collection
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Soccer Arena
Welcome to the Soccer Arena / La Plaza del Fútbol, where culture meets competition and the beautiful game becomes a celebration of community, pride, and passion.
For one unforgettable weekend, 20th & Harrison Street becomes the heart of the action as it transforms into a dynamic soccer arena filled with energy, rhythm, and flags from around the world. The spirit of fútbol will radiate from this central hub, bringing together the diverse communities that make the Bay Area so unique.
Volo is proud to sponsor the Carnaval Soccer Arena at this year’s Carnaval Festival! ⚽️
Join the Soccer Arena on the turf at John O’Connell for high-energy 3v3 soccer—fast-paced games, small goals, and plenty of action on a half field. Open to all genders and skill levels, it’s all about fun, open play, and good vibes.
*Note, this is FREE. You do NOT have to sign up to play, but it is encouraged if you want a specific time.
Maps
Festival Map • Mapa del Festival
2025 Festival Map
Vendor Maps • Mapas de vendedores
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FAQ
General Festival Info
- All ages welcome
- The event is free, but donations are welcome
- Both days will feature music, art, food and activities
- Rain or shine
- All patrons subject to search
- Lineup & set times are subject to change without notice
- Merchandise, food and beverage vendors accept cash/credit/debit/mobile pay
- Festival Entrances open at 9AM, Saturday & Sunday
- Pets are not permitted at Carnaval San Francisco. Only trained service animals assisting individuals with disabilities are allowed on event grounds. All service animals must be harnessed, leashed, or tethered unless these devices interfere with the animal’s work or the individual’s disability. Handlers are responsible for maintaining control of their service animal at all times and for cleaning up after them. Leashes should not extend beyond six feet in length.
Please note that the Parade and Festival environments are often loud, crowded, and hot. Handlers should use discretion in determining whether the setting is appropriate for their service animal’s safety and well-being.
Información general del festival
- Todas las edades bienvenidas
- El evento es gratuito pero agradecemos sus donativos
- Ambos días habrá música, artes, comida y actividades
- Llueva o relampaguee
- Los visitante están sujetos a un chequeo de seguridad
- La programación y los horarios pueden cambiar sin avisar
- Los puestos de comida, bebidas y mercancías acceptan pagos en efectivo, tarjetas de débito/crédito y pago móvil
- Las entradas del festival abren a las 9AM sabado y domingo
- No se permiten mascotas en Carnaval San Francisco. Únicamente se admiten animales de servicio que asisten a personas con discapacidades. Todos los animales de servicio deben llevar arnés o correa a menos que dichos dispositivos interfieran con la labor del animal o con la discapacidad de la persona. Los responsables de los animales deben mantener el control de su animal de servicio en todo momento y recoger sus desechos. Las correas no deben exceder los seis pies de longitud.
Tenga en cuenta que los entornos del Desfile y del Festival suelen ser ruidosos, concurridos y calurosos. Los responsables de los animales deben actuar con criterio al determinar si el entorno resulta adecuado para la seguridad y el bienestar de su animal de servicio.