June 2026 Events in San Francisco and Marin County

June is bringing plenty of reasons to get out and explore San Francisco and Marin: longer days, live music, iconic races, and some of the Bay Area’s most beloved traditions. Summer is officially getting started. ☀️🎶 See what’s happening near you!

SAN FRANCISCO

Union Street Festival  June 6 - 7, 2026

Kick off the summer with the 48th anniversary of The Union Street Festival!

The two-day long Union Street Festival brings neighbors, locals, and visitors alike to the Cow Hollow/Marina District. Come celebrate local business, culture and community at one of the longest running street festivals in San Francisco presented by Sunset Mercantile in partnership with the Union Street Association.

For a full weekend, the charming and walkable Cow Hollow neighborhood gets transformed into an open-air market with live music, dance, food, art, cocktails and mocktails, plus family-friendly games and activities! 

Escape from Alcatraz Triathlon  June 6 - 7, 2026

Entering its 46th year in 2026, this iconic Escape From Alcatraz Triathlon attracts thousands of adventurous athletes from all 50 states and over 50 countries, eager to test their endurance against the city’s legendary bay waters, steep hills, and rugged terrain. 

Consistently ranked as a bucket list triathlon, it’s a summer showdown to see who truly has what it takes to ESCAPE.

The course features an intense 1.5-mile swim from the waters near Alcatraz Island, an 18-mile bike ride through the Presidio's rolling hills, a demanding 8-mile run that includes the famed Sand Ladder, before an exhilarating finish at Marina Green. 

Stern Grove Festival  June 14 - August 16, 2026

Stern Grove Festival is the nation’s longest-running free nonprofit music festival, bringing world-class live music to San Francisco since 1938.

Every summer, we gather generations of Bay Area communities in a natural amphitheater unlike anywhere else—where music, nature, and people come together. From legendary artists to emerging voices, Stern Grove is a place where everyone is welcome, and every show is free.

In a time when ticket prices continue to rise, Stern Grove remains something rare: a civic gift to the city, powered by community, and built to be shared.

MARIN

47th Annual Fairfax Festival  June 13 - 14, 2026

The theme of this year's Fairfax Festival is "Further Together." It is both an homage to musical great Bob Weir and an recognition of the importance of community.

The Fairfax Festival itself is a grassroots expression of our local community. It is produced by the volunteer Fairfax Festival Committee with the support and cooperation of the Town of Fairfax.

The Fairfax Festival has become a tradition for many folks who return to share memories of past festivals, renew ties and take a break to enjoy each other's company. In an age like ours, the Fairfax Festival is a rare event. It is both a throw back to the past and an expression of a dynamic Fairfax community. We hope this year's Fairfax Festival will demonstrate that we can indeed go further together.

The Dipsea Race  Sunday, June 14, 2026

First run in 1905, the Dipsea is the oldest trail race in America. It is run every year on the second Sunday in June. The scenic 7.4 mile course from Mill Valley to Stinson Beach is considered to be one of the most beautiful courses in the world. The stairs and steep trails make it a grueling and treacherous race. And its unique handicapping system has made winners of men and women of all ages. Because of its beauty and challenge, it is a very popular event, and because of safety and environmental concerns the number of runners is limited to about 1,500. While racers enter from all over the world, the Dipsea is primarily a Northern California event and the entry process is tilted slightly to favor local contestants. 

Live on the Avenue  June 20 - September 12, 2026

13 weeks of FREE live music in the heart of Marin County!

This amazing one-of-a-kind concert series could not happen without your support.

Live on the Avenue is powered by our donors and sponsors. Every dollar goes directly to great music and fun, family-friendly experiences, all for FREE.