The free summer events are in full swing this month, with numerous popular block parties, free concerts, and night markets on the calendar. One popular free event is returning to the Ferry Building this weekend with music, food, and drinks
Ferry Fest July 2026
This weekend, the Ferry Building is hosting the annual Ferry Fest, a lively free party on the back plaza. The free summer party will take place from 12 to 6 pm, and is open to all ages. Ferry Fest first debuted last year and is now returning for another wholesome summer celebration at the historic building.
The event is presented by Noise Pop, a local music promotion company that is known for hosting a multi-day festival in San Francisco every February. As a result, you can expect a lineup of 9 performers throughout the daytime party, including French Cassettes, Nina Durango, Grooblen, and DJ Walkin’ Love.
Here’s the full music lineup for Ferry Fest:
- French Cassettes
- Combo Tezeta
- Animal Prince
- Grooblen
- DJ Walkin’ Love
- Nina Durango
- Good Friends
- WINDOW
- Country Risqué
Along with the live music, you can enjoy a $20 wine tasting featuring 5 wines from California wineries. Attendees can also shop the popular vintage market, Pickwick Vintage, selling a curated selection of clothes, jewelry, and accessories. Finally, SF Etsy is hosting an art-making area during the celebration if you want to embrace your creative side. The event is free, but you can buy wine tasting tickets online in advance for $22.84 including fees.
Free events at the Ferry Building
Ferry Fest isn’t the only free event happening at the Ferry Building this July. You can also catch the semi-final and final World Cup matches at the Ferry Building’s plaza later this month, or check out the regular farmers markets. The building also hosts free community events every month, such as yoga classes and mahjong meetups.
