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San Mateo · every August

Bay Area Aloha Festival 2027

The Pacific Islanders' Cultural Association's annual celebration of Hawaiian, Tahitian, and Pacific Islander cultures at the San Mateo County Event Center: hula and Tahitian dance on the main stage, live music, arts and craft vendors, 'Ono food, and the Ohana Keiki Korner children's activity area. Free with a suggested donation; children 12 and under free. Held the second weekend of August since the 1990s.

Usually held
August, every year
Where
San Mateo County Event Center, San Mateo

Quick questions

When is Bay Area Aloha Festival?
Usually held in August. This year's exact dates appear above as soon as the organizer announces them.
Where is it held?
San Mateo County Event Center, San Mateo.
Is it good for kids?
Bay Area Aloha Festival is a San Francisco Bay Area family guide — it is picked with kids in mind. The event listing above shows age guidance when the organizer provides it.

Dates for the next edition are usually announced closer to August. Until then, see what's on this weekend in San Francisco Bay Area.

Updated October 11, 2026 — this guide refreshes whenever the organizer announces dates.

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