September 26-27, 2026, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Palmetto at Highway 1
Pacifica, CA
Free admission, pacificcoastfogfest.com
Celebrates City's Fog for 39 Years!
Fog Fest kicks off with a parade and float contest and features three stages
of live music, kids activities, local vendors, food, and more! Celebrate
everything that makes Pacifica a wonderful place and have a fun filled weekend!
Parade Saturday, 10 a.m.
Route: Begins at the south end of Palmetto Avenue and ends at Middle School
Grand Marshals: City of Pacifica Department of Public Works and Wastewater Plant
Employees
Contests: Sand Sculpture, Marching Band Contest, Fog Jog and Fog Bank
This family fun, community event began as a way to celebrate the city's great autumn weather. The Fog Fest kicks off Saturday morning at 10 a.m. with the Discover Pacifica Parade. Arts and Crafts booths, Food and Beverage booths, Musical Entertainment, Family Fun Fest and a variety of other activities such as sand sculptures make this the ultimate beach party for Fall.
Fog Cutter: The official signature drink of the festival is for sale at the Fog Cutter Booth on Palmetto Ave.
Fog Bank is one of the oldest and most popular contests held during July, August and September, prior to the Fog Fest. And, this year the Fog Bank will be on display at the Art Corner for one last chance to submit your guess. Take a chance and you could win a cash prize!
Annual Sand Castle and Sand Sculpture Contest
Watch as sand sculpture magic takes place before your eyes.
Photo Contest
If you've been waiting for the opportunity to express your
photographic talents then participate in the Pacific Coast
Fog Fest Photo Contest! Cash prizes and all award winners
will be invited to participate in a group show.
Winners will also be displayed Fog Fest weekend
at the Art Corner
Fog Jog is a 5 mile jog and 3 mile stride take runners
along the beautiful coast of Pacifica. Both the Fog Jog and
Stride are held on Sunday. Presented by the City of Pacifica
Parks, Beaches and Recreation Department and Co-sponsored by
Pacifica Rotary International and the Pacifica Tribune.
Events are not guaranteed. It is your responsibility to confirm before going.