Laurel StreetFair World Music Festival

The 25th Annual Laurel StreetFair World Music Fest returns to Oakland's Laurel District on Saturday, August 8, 2026! Join us for amazing food, retail, artisan and non-profit vendors, admission is free and we offer fun for all ages. The annual festival brings together 15,000 people to MacArthur Boulevard. Rich with rhythms from around the globe and around the corner, the Laurel StreetFair is dedicated to celebrating our cultural roots, our community and the traditions that bring us together - reflecting all that is uniquely and beautifully Oakland. In these challenging post-pandemic times, we bring to life a robust, global music festival spanning more than 8 city blocks full of hope, rhythm, art, makers & crafters, cuisine, folkloric traditions and a whole lot more. A destination for all ages and abilities, the Laurel StreetFair World Music Festival shines the light on a traditionally underserved area of Oakland and shows that joy is always universal and that art will always be a tool of resilience, healing and connection. Join us as we celebrate the immense talent and diverse culture of our Laurel, our Oakland, and our Bay Area community!