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The season has arrived when San Francisco's Japantown is dyed in cherry blossom pink! The Northern California Cherry Blossom Festival is a beloved spring tradition in San Francisco’s Japantown, and this year marks its 57th annual year! You can a dazzling display of Japanese culture, featuring arts & crafts sales & exhibits, live music and dance performances, martial arts demonstrations, tea ceremonies, food, and a grand parade to wrap it up! This festival also has a variety of programs specifically for children, so the entire family can have some fun. Experience Japanese culture and celebrate the arrival of spring – right here in San Francisco, California!

Every year San Francisco locals look forward to one of the largest Saint Patrick’s Day celebrations in the world! This huge annual event signals the arrival of spring and features a large parade with live marching bands, bagpipe players, Irish dancing, decorative floats and amazing community participation. And be sure to keep the festivities going after the parade at the Civic Center Plaza for a multi-cultural celebration of food, drink and fun!

Lunar New Year in San Francisco's Chinatown is one of the grandest celebrations in the entire U.S.! Read on to learn all about the month long festivities, events, exhibits and experiences. Gong Xi Fa Cai!

Plan the perfect Valentine's Day in San Francisco! With its stunning scenery and unique neighborhoods, the City by the Bay offers an abundance of experiences to set your heart aflutter. Whether you’re looking for intimate dining experiences or adventurous outings, fun date ideas with a partner or solo date ideas to treat yourself to, San Francisco has everything you need to make your Valentine’s Day in San Francisco unforgettable.

Discover the fun and fascinating facts about San Francisco! From the iconic cable cars and Golden Gate Bridge to the largest Chinatown and LGBTQ+ community center in the world, this vibrant city has a rich history and culture to explore. Plan your next trip to San Francisco with these interesting insights in mind.