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Adams Avenue Street Fair

Name: Adams Avenue Street Fair
Start: 2026-09-19
End: 2026-09-20
Location: San Diego

The Adams Avenue Street Fair is a free annual music festival held in the Normal Heights neighborhood of San Diego. Spanning a 10-block section of the avenue, the two-day event features approximately 75 musical acts performing across six stages. It offers a diverse lineup that includes genres such as blues-rock, hip-hop, roots-rock, and boogie-woogie.

Date: Sep 19-20, 2026
Location: San Diego
Status: Recently ended

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Event summary

Highlights

75 bands and solo artists performing on six stages
Spans a 10-block stretch of Adams Avenue in Normal Heights
Farewell performance by veteran San Diego band Rookie Card
Diverse musical genres including blues-rock, hip-hop, and roots-rock

This long-standing neighborhood tradition transforms the street into a massive outdoor concert venue for its 44th annual edition. While general admission to see the performers is free, the event's beer garden areas typically require a paid entry fee. The festival is known for its wide-ranging musical program, which showcases both established regional artists and emerging local talent.

The 2026 schedule includes performances from artists such as Bardo, Masta Ace, and the Chris Duarte Group. A notable highlight for the year is the farewell show for the long-time San Diego band Rookie Card on the Casbah Stage. Beyond the music, the fair features street dancing and a variety of local vendors situated along the crowded thoroughfare, centered around the iconic Normal Heights sign.

Practical details

Location described by the source: Adams Avenue; www.sandiegouniontribune.com
Area for browsing nearby events: San Diego

Before attending

Check the sources below for current opening times, admission prices and registration requirements. A date range does not mean the event runs continuously or that admission is free.