The Adams Avenue Street Fair, presented by San Diego Foundation, features 75 musical acts on seven stages and is scheduled from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 20, and from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 21, 2025. Southern California’s largest free two-day music festival is held on 10-City blocks in the community of Normal Heights.
Other attractions of the event include carnival rides, Fern Street Circus performances, beer gardens, festival foods, 300 exhibitors with unique offerings, and new this year, free comedy shows at the Adams Avenue Theater. Adams Avenue businesses are proud sponsors of the event!
VIP beer pre-sale deals are available for $21. Beer gardens are open throughout the two-day run of the event featuring full pour servings of San Diego’s best craft beer selection.
Come chill in the Cool Zone sponsored by SD Community Power, located in the Smitty’s parking lot.
San Diego Foundation is proud to be the Title Sponsor of the Adams Avenue Street Fair, bringing together community, culture and creativity in the heart of San Diego. Supporting Adams Avenue Street Fair aligns with San Diego Foundation’s Fifty & Forward campaign, celebrating 50 years of strengthening our region through enduring philanthropy and community solutions. “San Diego Foundation believes that a thriving community is built on connection, creativity and shared experiences,” said Mark Stuart, President and CEO of San Diego Foundation. “The Adams Avenue Street Fair brings people together to enjoy music, art and culture in a way that is inclusive and welcoming.”
Adams Avenue Street Fair is underwritten by a grant from the City of San Diego’s Cultural Affairs.