San Francisco, California is festival central. The 4th largest city by population has been outpaced in size by its neighboring Silicon Valley city of San Jose, but San Francisco is confined by the bay and can't expand--it just doesn't have the land. Thankfully, Golden Gate Park creates an oasis of lawns and space, not only providing attractions to see, but festivals to enjoy throughout the seasons. It isn't the only place where you'll find fun, however. Here are some festivals that we think you'll enjoy. Please note that although the festivals may be listed in a particular month, festivals that celebrate Easter and similar holidays occur in different months from year to year.
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San Francisco's Parol Lantern Parade and Festival
San Francisco Holiday Christmas Shows in California
San Francisco Bluegrass Festival
San Francisco's Northern California Cherry Blossom Festival
San Francisco Annual Chocolate & Wine Festival Chocolate Salon
San Francisco Easter Parade And Festival
San Francisco Annual Fleet Week Festival with Blue Angels
How Weird Festival Annual Event San Francisco, CA
San Francisco's Parol Lantern Parade and Festival
North Beach Festival San Francisco Annual Event
San Francisco Orchid Festival Annual Event
San Francisco Pier 39 Annual Return of the Sea Lions
San Francisco Spookeasy Festival
San Francisco, Calif. St. Patricks Day Parade
Tulipmania Tulip Festival at Pier 39, San Francisco, CA
San Francisco Union Street Festival
Events are not guaranteed. It is your responsibility to confirm before going.