The 43rd Annual Adams Avenue Street Fair, presented by San Diego Foundation, features 75 musical acts on seven stages and is scheduled from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 20, and from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 21, 2025. Southern California’s largest free two-day music festival is held on 10 city blocks in the community of Normal Heights.
2025 headlining performers are: Mexican electronic music legends Nortec: Bostich + Fussible, Rockabilly icons Dave & Deke Combo, garage rock favorites The Schizophonics, touring Blues master Chris Cain Band, LA indie punk rockers Strawberry Fuzz, Soul all-stars The Styletones, surf-garage rockers The Creepy Creeps, dynamic female salsa band Sabrosas Latin Orchestra.
Other Street Fair attractions include carnival rides, Fern Street Circus performances, beer gardens, festival foods, 300 exhibitors with unique offerings, and comedy shows at the Adams Avenue Theater.
Come chill in the Cool Zone sponsored by San Diego Community Power, located in Smitty’s parking lot.
San Diego Foundation is proud to be the Title Sponsor of the Adams Avenue Street Fair, bringing together community, culture and creativity in the heart of San Diego. Supporting Adams Avenue Street Fair aligns with San Diego Foundation’s Fifty & Forward campaign, celebrating 50 years of strengthening our region through enduring philanthropy and community solutions. “San Diego Foundation believes that a thriving community is built on connection, creativity and shared experiences,” said Mark Stuart, President and CEO of San Diego Foundation. “The Adams Avenue Street Fair brings people together to enjoy music, art and culture in a way that is inclusive and welcoming.”
Adams Avenue Street Fair is presented by the Adams Avenue Business Association, a Non-profit organization made up of area businesses and property owners, whose mission is to promote and revitalize the Adams Avenue business corridor. The Street Fair is underwritten by a grant from the City of San Diego’s Cultural Affairs.
For more information on the Street Fair, including: Music Schedule, Music Lineup, Map, Partners, and VIP tickets go to, Street Fair Information or call the Adams Avenue Business Association at (619) 282-7329.
