2026 Theme

La Copa Del Pueblo

For 2026, Carnaval San Francisco lifts high “La Copa del Pueblo”, the People’s Cup, a vibrant celebration of fútbol’s true heartbeat: the people who play it, love it, and live it. This theme honors the joy found in dusty fields, neighborhood parks, and busy city streets, where the game belongs to everyone and every goal feels like a shared victory. Just like Carnaval, fútbol is about connection, creativity, and the unshakable energy of community.

Get the best seats

See the 2026 Carnaval San Francisco Grand Parade in the best seats of the event, the Grand Stand/Judging Area! 

Parade starts on 24th & Bryant Street travels west on to Mission Street then on Mission Street travels north to 15th Street. 

The Grand Stand seating area will be located outside, in front of the Gray Area Theatre. Tickets are for general admission–no reserve seating available. Wheelchair accessibility available.

Let the drums take over

Now in its fourth decade of celebration, Carnaval San Francisco has been an opportunity for many cultures to come together in one spirit to share their creative expressions.

Come celebrate with us at our FREE 2–day family festival & Grand Parade in San Francisco’s Mission District where we will showcase the very best Latin American and Caribbean cultural arts and traditions.

Carnaval San Francisco is the largest multi–cultural celebration on the West Coast.