SamaFest 2026 - 39th Annual Philippine Cultural Arts Festiva
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City of San Diego Official Website
The Annual Philippine Cultural Arts Festival is a free, familyfriendly celebration for the whole communitypacked with culture, creativity, and connection! Each year, we proudly bring together local small businesses, artists, performers, and community organizations to showcase their talents, food, art, and products.
We host this festival year after year because we love sharing Filipino culture with everyoneno matter your background. Across both days, Samahan delivers vibrant, highenergy Philippine cultural performances featuring traditional and contemporary dance, live music, and a stunning fashion show highlighting the diverse cultural garments of the Philippines. Each day offers a different lineup of performances, so theres always something new and exciting to experience.
Youll also catch Filipino Martial Arts demonstrations, watch artists create live artwork, and explore Artist Alley, where talented Filipino artists display and sell pieces from their professional galleries. From movement and music to art and entrepreneurship, our festival is designed to immerse you in all things Filipinoa joyful, colorful celebration of culture, community, and creativity.
Come hungry, come curious, and come ready to celebrate!
We host this festival year after year because we love sharing Filipino culture with everyoneno matter your background. Across both days, Samahan delivers vibrant, highenergy Philippine cultural performances featuring traditional and contemporary dance, live music, and a stunning fashion show highlighting the diverse cultural garments of the Philippines. Each day offers a different lineup of performances, so theres always something new and exciting to experience.
Youll also catch Filipino Martial Arts demonstrations, watch artists create live artwork, and explore Artist Alley, where talented Filipino artists display and sell pieces from their professional galleries. From movement and music to art and entrepreneurship, our festival is designed to immerse you in all things Filipinoa joyful, colorful celebration of culture, community, and creativity.
Come hungry, come curious, and come ready to celebrate!
Location: Presidents Way Lawn on the corner of Park Blvd. in Balboa Park is the location of the SAMA FEST 2026. During the festival a stage, canopy for audience seating, canopies for vendors and food vendors will be set-up on a portion of the lawn.
Presidents Way Lawn, Park Blvd., Balboa Park
San Diego, CA
San Diego, CA