Thank You for an Unforgettable 52nd Annual Nihonmachi Street Fair!
What a weekend! Sun-soaked weather, incredible energy, and unforgettable moments filled San Francisco’s Japantown. A heartfelt thank you to all of our dedicated volunteers, spectacular performers, amazing participants, and everyone who came out to celebrate with us. Since 1974, our community has come together to build unity, belonging, and camaraderie—and this year was no exception!
Save the Date for the 53rd Annual Nihonmachi Street Fair! Mark your calendars for next year’s celebration on August 7th & 8th, 2027 (the first full weekend of August). We can’t wait to welcome you back!
Legacy of Unity:
The 52nd Annual Nihonmachi Street Fair!
The Nihonmachi Street Fair may be over, but the music doesn't stop!
We’re continuing to bring live music and performances right to the heart of Japantown with our next Jtown Funk Pop-Up.
Join us for an afternoon of soothing Jazz & R&B in the neighborhood!
Grab some food from your favorite local J-town spot, bring a friend, and kick back to some incredible live sets.
This event is made possible through a grant from the Office of Economic & Workforce Development and the support of our fiscal sponsor, Kultivate Labs.
A Celebration Made Possible by Our Partners
The Nihonmachi Street Fair is proud to bring our communities together once again. This celebration of culture and connection is made possible through the generous and continued support of
SF Grants for the Arts and the vital grant funding provided by Avenue Greenlight for this year’s event.
We are also incredibly grateful to Clear Channel Outdoor, whose essential digital advertising throughout San Francisco and beyond ensures our message reaches far and wide. Together, these partners help us keep our traditions alive and thriving.
To engage and develop young Asian Pacific American leaders through the development of building community that celebrates our culture and diversity.
The Heart & Soul of Our Fair:
Our Volunteers
The Nihonmachi Street Fair is always grateful to the many individuals and groups that come out to volunteer their time at our yearly festival and pop-up events.
In 2024 the Nihonmachi Street Fair was officially designated as a San Francisco Legacy Business, the first organization that produces a festival in our great City to receive this honor! This prestigious status recognizes our cultural significance and contributions to the Japantown community. Grateful to the Small Business Commission and Historic Preservation Commission, the Office of Small Business’ Legacy Business Program.
@ExploringTheGiantWorld promo for the 51st Annual Nihonmachi Street Fair!
A special thanks to Evan & Josh for their amazing videos that showcase what our Fair means to our communities.
As a 501(c) 3 non-profit organization (Tax ID: 94-3088515), the Nihonmachi Street Fair receives a grant from the San Francisco Grants for the Arts but must rely on income generated through sponsorship and additional fundraising to underwrite fees, expenses, and logistical costs associated with producing this annual community celebration.