# Event Details - **Event Name**: Bay Area Aloha Festival - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 08 Aug, 2026 at 07:00 pm – Mon, 10 Aug, 2026 at 05:00 pm - **Event Description**: Continuous Live Music, Hula, Entertainment, Ohana Keiki Korner/Activities for Children, and Fun for All; Aloha - Bringing Community TogetherAbout this EventThe Pacific Islanders’ Cultural Association (PICA) returns with the 31st Annual of the Bay Area Aloha Festival, taking place over two days of fun and family-friendly cultural activities on Saturday & Sunday, August 8-9, 2026, from 10 a.m.–5 p.m. at the San Mateo County Event Center. This year the popular cultural festival features a full line-up of live hula/dance, contemporary and traditional Hawaiian and Tahitian music, ‘Ono food vendors, arts & crafts vendors, community resources, workshops, Lomi Lomi massages and demonstrations, raffle drawings for many prizes, and an Ohana Keiki (children’s activities) Korner, Educational Workshops, and more.Attendees may bring low-back beach chairs and blankets for concert seating and their own food and beverages; however, alcohol is not permitted. Picnic tables are available for additional seating.$5 suggested admission; Free for Keiki (children) under 12 years old; donations are encouraged$25 parking at the San Mateo County Event Centerstart at 11am. Dance performances include Halau Hula Hi’ilani ‘O Ke Kai/Halau Na Maka ‘Olali, Keolalaulani Halau ‘Olapa O Laka, Manuia Polynesian Review, Tahitian Dance from Hui Tarava, among others. Live Bands include Glorius Ukuleles, Na Leo Pumehana Hawaiian Band, Mana, PICA Kanikapila Band/Hawaii Aloha, and more.• Arts & Crafts, including Lei making & more• Large Scale Island Marketplace and ‘Ono Food Vendors• ‘Ahahui Lomilomi Hawai’I Lomi Chair Massage Demonstrations and History• Ohana Keiki Korner (Children’s Activities)• Community Resources, Educational Workshops & More! https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/b15b78b0-9127-11f1-a33a-f7150662a5aa-rimg-w599-h740-dcd86838-gmir.jpg - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/san-mateo/bay-area-aloha-festival/100001993982094120 - **Event Categories**: music, festivals, entertainment, workshops, concerts, live-music, dance, trips-adventures, nonprofit - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 12 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 22 hours - Location: San Mateo County Event Center - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: San Mateo - **state**: CA - **country**: United States - **location**: San Mateo County Event Center - **lat**: 37.54465860000001 - **long**: -122.3017044 - **full address**: San Mateo County Event Center, 1346 Saratoga Drive, San Mateo, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Bay Area Aloha Festival - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/238a83b610ef784ed54c624c844466a81b4ed850c929f2332d56e1872c9700c1-rimg-w1200-h557-dcd6f1ef-gmir.jpg?v=1784086894 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Bay Area Aloha Festival being held? - **A:** Bay Area Aloha Festival takes place on Sat, 08 Aug, 2026 at 07:00 pm to Mon, 10 Aug, 2026 at 05:00 pm at San Mateo County Event Center, 1346 Saratoga Drive, San Mateo, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing Bay Area Aloha Festival? - **A:** Bay Area Aloha Festival is organized by American Born Chinese Foundation. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Bay Area Aloha Festival is ideal for music lovers, fans of all genres, and anyone who wants to celebrate the power of music - from intimate gigs and live sessions to festivals and cultural performances. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in San Mateo, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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