San Francisco’s kinkiest event is returning to the city this weekend. The Folsom Street Fair is a longstanding tradition in San Francisco, celebrating its 43rd year this Sunday, September 27. The street fair is a celebration of kink, leather, and alternative sexuality. The fair covers 16 blocks centered on Folsom Street and will feature numerous live performances and exhibitors.
San Francisco Folsom Street Fair 2026
This Sunday, September 27, the Folsom Street Fair returns to San Francisco from 11 am to 6 pm. The fair will take over multiple blocks between 13th and 7th Streets and Howard Street and Harrison Street. The free street fair will feature over 200 exhibitors and 7 stages across an expansive 16 blocks.
Along with the many exhibitors and stages, attendees can find plenty of food and drink options, with food trucks located on 9th Street and many food booths on 12th. Vendors include Melina’s Kitchen, The Waffle Roost, Hawaiian BBQ, Berry Sweet, and more. You can also expect 12 outdoor bars, including The Stud, Eagle, and Foundry.
Fair organizers recommend a $20 donation when entering the fair, and you can get $2 off your drink with a donation sticker. The street fair will have many amenities to ensure a safe, fun event, including water stations, sunscreen stations, and a medical tent.
About Folsom Street Fair
Folsom Street Fair is the largest event of its kind in the world, and it is not just a lively event but an act of resistance and celebration for the kink, leather, and alternative sex communities. The street fair started in 1984 and has become an iconic local tradition.
The fair is organized by the nonprofit Folsom Street, which regularly organizes events for the kink community, with a focus on equality for BIPOC and LGBTQA2I+ people.