# Festivals in San Rafael | Cultural Events & Fairs

- **Subtitle**: Explore upcoming festivals in  San Rafael. Discover cultural celebrations, street fairs and seasonal events happening across the city. Join the festivities.
- **Category**: Festivals
- **Type**: category

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## Festivals Events in San Rafael

- **Event Name**: Marin Irish Festival & Ceílí on the Lake Championships
  - **Description**: The Marin Irish Festival returns to Lagoon Park at the Marin County Fairgrounds on May 16–17, 2026, inviting the Bay Area to a joyful Beltane celebration of Irish music, dance, food, and tradition. Pro
  - **Date**: Sat May 16 2026 at 10:00 am – Sat May 16 2026 at 06:00 pm (-07:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/san-rafael/marin-irish-festival-and-ceílí-on-the-lake-championships/80001661595486
  - **Venue**: Lagoon Park
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  - **Categories**: Festivals, Sports, Music, Entertainment, Contests, Workshops, dance, Art, literary-art, Nonprofit
- **Event Name**: Terrapin Roadshow at Forest Meadows Amphitheater in San Rafael
  - **Description**: Grahame Lesh and the Lesh Family are proud to announce the return of the Terrapin Roadshow in 2026. More than a concert series, the Roadshow carries forward the spirit, sound, and sense of belon
  - **Date**: Sat Jul 25 2026 at 05:00 pm – Sat Jul 25 2026 at 06:00 pm (-07:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/san-rafael/terrapin-roadshow-at-forest-meadows-amphitheater-in-san-rafael/80001391256918
  - **Venue**: Forest Meadows Amphitheatre, Belle Avenue, San Rafael, CA, USA
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  - **Categories**: concerts, live-music, music, entertainment
- **Event Name**: 3rd Annual Marin Irish Festival & Céilí on the Lake Championship
  - **Description**: May 16–17, 2026 | 10:00am–6:00pm
Marin County Fairgrounds – Lagoon Park, San Rafael (right off Hwy 101)

The United Irish Cultural Center of San Francisco is proud to sponsor the 3rd Annual Marin Irish Festival & Céilí on the Lake Championship, a joy
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  - **Date**: Sat May 16 2026 at 10:00 am – Sat May 16 2026 at 06:00 pm (-07:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/san-rafael/3rd-annual-marin-irish-festival-and-céilí-on-the-lake-championship/200029960768550
  - **Venue**: Marin County Fairgrounds
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  - **Categories**: Festivals, Sports, Contests, dance, Art, literary-art, Entertainment
- **Event Name**: Terrapin Roadshow at Forest Meadows Amphitheatre in San Rafael
  - **Description**: Grahame Lesh and the Lesh Family are proud to announce the return of the Terrapin Roadshow in 2026. More than a concert series, the Roadshow carries forward the spirit, sound, and sense of belon
  - **Date**: Sun Jul 26 2026 at 02:00 pm – Sun Jul 26 2026 at 03:00 pm (-07:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/san-rafael/terrapin-roadshow-at-forest-meadows-amphitheatre-in-san-rafael/80003305904903
  - **Venue**: Forest Meadows Amphitheatre, Belle Avenue, San Rafael, CA, USA
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  - **Categories**: concerts, music, entertainment
- **Event Name**: Terrapin Roadshow at Forest Meadows Amphitheatre in San Rafael
  - **Description**: Grahame Lesh and the Lesh Family are proud to announce the return of the Terrapin Roadshow in 2026. More than a concert series, the Roadshow carries forward the spirit, sound, and sense of belon
  - **Date**: Fri Jul 24 2026 at 06:00 pm – Fri Jul 24 2026 at 07:00 pm (-07:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/san-rafael/terrapin-roadshow-at-forest-meadows-amphitheatre-in-san-rafael/80002250345261
  - **Venue**: Forest Meadows Amphitheatre, Belle Avenue, San Rafael, CA, USA
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  - **Categories**: Concerts, Music, Entertainment
- **Event Name**: Midweek Musical Matinee: "Classical Guitar thru the Ages"
  - **Description**: Come join us for a live, in-person concert filled with beautiful music and interesting insights.About this Event  https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/d0c2fb70-0e5e-11f1-ba8b-3f5afee59419-rimg-w1113-h740-dc1a1b1a-gmir.jpg
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  - **Date**: Wed May 13 2026 at 01:00 pm – Wed May 13 2026 at 02:00 pm (-07:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/san-rafael/midweek-musical-matinee-classical-guitar-thru-the-ages/100001983466728378
  - **Venue**: Osher Marin JCC
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  - **Price**: Free
  - **Categories**: music, entertainment, festivals, concerts, music-festivals, live-music, art, performances, workshops, contests, literary-art, nonprofit, summer-camps
- **Event Name**: 5th Annual C Street Celebration at the HeadsUp Carnival
  - **Description**: C Street Celebration at the HeadsUp CarnivalSaturday, April 25, 2026 | 11am – 3pmSan Rafael High School | 150 3rd Street, San Rafael 94901Youth in Arts' C Street Celebration is joining
  - **Date**: Sat Apr 25 2026 at 11:00 am – Sat Apr 25 2026 at 03:00 pm (-07:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/san-rafael/5th-annual-c-street-celebration-at-the-headsup-carnival/80003679942201
  - **Venue**: San Rafael High School, 3rd Street, San Rafael, CA, USA
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  - **Categories**: art, carnivals, concerts, music, fine-arts, entertainment, kids
- **Event Name**: MayMadness Rockin & Rollin Car Show and Parade
  - **Description**: It's that time of year again.  This years MayMadness is on Saturday May 9th. Can you make it?  If so  - Registration is now open at       www.MayMadnessSanRafael.com
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  - **Date**: Sat May 09 2026 at 12:00 pm (-07:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/san-rafael/maymadness-rockin-and-rollin-car-show-and-parade/200029614576249
  - **Venue**: 831 4th Street, San Rafael, CA, United States, California
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  - **Categories**: car-shows, parades
- **Event Name**: 2026 Wellness Festival
  - **Description**: Join us for a fun event curated to promote wellbeing and mental health for the people of Marin County.About this EventJoin Us at the 2026 Wellness Festival!Get ready for an amazing time at the Marin Youth Com
  - **Date**: Sat May 02 2026 at 01:00 pm – Sat May 02 2026 at 04:00 pm (-07:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/san-rafael/2026-wellness-festival/100001982055630747
  - **Venue**: Terra Linda High School
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  - **Price**: Free
  - **Categories**: health-wellness, festivals, mental-health, art, entertainment
- **Event Name**: Marin Irish Festival May 16th and 17th We will be a returning vendor at event with BigBluesMan
  - **Description**: One of many shows I do with BigBluesMan, we will be back again this year. Hope to see you there.
  - **Interested Audience**:
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  - **Date**: Sat May 16 2026 at 10:00 am (-07:00)
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  - **Venue**: Armory Dr, San Rafael, CA 94903, United States
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  - **Categories**: festivals

## Trending Events in San Rafael

- **Event Name**: Marin Irish Festival & Ceílí on the Lake Championships
  - **Description**: The Marin Irish Festival returns to Lagoon Park at the Marin County Fairgrounds on May 16–17, 2026, inviting the Bay Area to a joyful Beltane celebration of Irish music, dance, food, and tradition. Pro
  - **Venue**: Lagoon Park
  - **Banner**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/thumbs/thumb69b06148aa4b3.jpg
- **Event Name**: Terrapin Roadshow at Forest Meadows Amphitheater in San Rafael
  - **Description**: Grahame Lesh and the Lesh Family are proud to announce the return of the Terrapin Roadshow in 2026. More than a concert series, the Roadshow carries forward the spirit, sound, and sense of belon
  - **Venue**: Forest Meadows Amphitheatre, Belle Avenue, San Rafael, CA, USA
  - **Banner**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/thumbs/thumb69a9f5fa8437f.jpg
- **Event Name**: 3rd Annual Marin Irish Festival & Céilí on the Lake Championship
  - **Description**: May 16–17, 2026 | 10:00am–6:00pm
Marin County Fairgrounds – Lagoon Park, San Rafael (right off Hwy 101)

The United Irish Cultural Center of San Francisco is proud to sponsor the 3rd Annual Marin Irish Festival & Céilí on the Lake Championship, a joy
  - **Venue**: Marin County Fairgrounds
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- **Event Name**: Terrapin Roadshow at Forest Meadows Amphitheatre in San Rafael
  - **Description**: Grahame Lesh and the Lesh Family are proud to announce the return of the Terrapin Roadshow in 2026. More than a concert series, the Roadshow carries forward the spirit, sound, and sense of belon
  - **Venue**: Forest Meadows Amphitheatre, Belle Avenue, San Rafael, CA, USA
  - **Banner**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/thumbs/thumb69a9f6e6cf8dc.jpg
- **Event Name**: Terrapin Roadshow at Forest Meadows Amphitheatre in San Rafael
  - **Description**: Grahame Lesh and the Lesh Family are proud to announce the return of the Terrapin Roadshow in 2026. More than a concert series, the Roadshow carries forward the spirit, sound, and sense of belon
  - **Venue**: Forest Meadows Amphitheatre, Belle Avenue, San Rafael, CA, USA
  - **Banner**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/thumbs/thumb69a9f43c09156.jpg
- **Event Name**: 2026 Terrapin Roadshow - San Rafael, CA.
  - **Description**: Three days of music at San Rafael's magical Forest Meadows Amphitheatre. The Terrapin Family Band (Grahame Lesh, Ross James, Jason Crosby & Alex Koford) featuring Nicki Bluhm plus a rotating cast of special guests including Tim Bluhm, Barry Sless, Stu
  - **Venue**: San Rafael C.A
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- **Event Name**: Salsa at Sunset at the AC Hotel - ALTURA
  - **Description**: ALTURA begins...

Opening night! Salsa at Sunset💃🕺
Early bird $12 / Pre-sale $18 / At the door $25 | All Ages Welcome
Presale ends at 11:59 May 1st

Live Salsa Band
Vendors
Performances
Social Dancing 5:00-10:00pm
Salsa Lesson at 6:00 pm

Tickets now live
  - **Venue**: AC Hotel San Rafael Downtown
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- **Event Name**: 6th Annual Walk For Moms
  - **Description**: This is more than a walk — it’s a movement you don’t want to miss.

https://secure.givelively.org/donate/postpartum-support-center/6th-annual-walk-for-moms

Join us for 6th Annual Walk for Moms, a powerful community event bringing together hundreds of fam
  - **Venue**: Marin Civic Center Park
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- **Event Name**: San Rafael's MayMadness Car Show and Parade.
  - **Description**: San Rafael's own May Madness] car show is on Saturday May 9th.  Register at www.MayMadnessSanRafael.com
  - **Venue**: 831 4th St, San Rafael, CA 94901-3223, United States
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top Festivals events in San Rafael?
  - **A:** Marin Irish Festival & Ceílí on the Lake Championships (Sat May 16 2026 at 10:00 am at Lagoon Park), Terrapin Roadshow at Forest Meadows Amphitheater in San Rafael (Sat Jul 25 2026 at 05:00 pm at Forest Meadows Amphitheatre, Belle Avenue, San Rafael, CA, USA), 3rd Annual Marin Irish Festival & Céilí on the Lake Championship (Sat May 16 2026 at 10:00 am at Marin County Fairgrounds), Terrapin Roadshow at Forest Meadows Amphitheatre in San Rafael (Sun Jul 26 2026 at 02:00 pm at Forest Meadows Amphitheatre, Belle Avenue, San Rafael, CA, USA), Terrapin Roadshow at Forest Meadows Amphitheatre in San Rafael (Fri Jul 24 2026 at 06:00 pm at Forest Meadows Amphitheatre, Belle Avenue, San Rafael, CA, USA).
- **Q**: What are the top free Festivals events in San Rafael?
  - **A:** Midweek Musical Matinee: "Classical Guitar thru the Ages" (Wed May 13 2026 at 01:00 pm at Osher Marin JCC), 2026 Wellness Festival (Sat May 02 2026 at 01:00 pm at Terra Linda High School).
- **Q**: What Festivals events are happening in San Rafael today April 25, 2026?
  - **A:** 5th Annual C Street Celebration at the HeadsUp Carnival (Sat Apr 25 2026 at 11:00 am at San Rafael High School, 3rd Street, San Rafael, CA, USA).
- **Q**: What Festivals events are happening in San Rafael this weekend April 24–26, 2026?
  - **A:** 5th Annual C Street Celebration at the HeadsUp Carnival (Sat Apr 25 2026 at 11:00 am at San Rafael High School, 3rd Street, San Rafael, CA, USA).
- **Q**: What Festivals events are happening in San Rafael in April 2026?
  - **A:** 5th Annual C Street Celebration at the HeadsUp Carnival (Sat Apr 25 2026 at 11:00 am at San Rafael High School, 3rd Street, San Rafael, CA, USA).
- **Q**: How can I find Festivals events in San Rafael?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming Festivals events in San Rafael on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests.
- **Q**: How do I buy tickets for Festivals events in San Rafael?
  - **A:** You can buy tickets directly through AllEvents.in. Many events offer online booking with options for free, paid, and early-bird tickets.
- **Q**: What are the popular venues for Festivals events in San Rafael?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting Festivals events in San Rafael include Lagoon Park, Forest Meadows Amphitheatre, Belle Avenue, San Rafael, CA, USA, Marin County Fairgrounds.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for Festivals events in San Rafael?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting Festivals events in San Rafael include Denise Lamott, United Irish Cultural Center, Kurland Center for Adult Learning & Living.
- **Q**: Are there any online Festivals events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many Festivals events are available online. You can filter for virtual events on AllEvents.in to attend from anywhere.
- **Q**: How can I get notified about new Festivals events in San Rafael?
  - **A:** Follow the Festivals category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new Festivals events are listed in San Rafael.

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