Festival of Altars — Mission District, CA

Festival of Altars — Event Details

📍 Venue: Potrero del Sol Park — Mission District, CA
📅 Dates: Monday, November 2, 2026
🕐 Hours: 6:00 PM – 11:00 PM
🎫 Price: Free
👶 Ages: All ages
🚗 Parking: On-site / street parking — check the official event page for details
⏱ Plan for: 2–3 hours
🏢 Organizer: See official event page

🎃 Local Insight Ratings

Best for: Everyone — the classic all-day October outing.

💡 Know Before You Go

🎃 Designate a meetup spot — cell service gets spotty in big festival crowds.

🎃 Arrive before noon — parking and popular food lines get rough by mid-afternoon.

🎃 Bring cash and card — some vendors are cash-only, others card-only; cover both.

🎃 Check the schedule — headliners, costume contests, and parades-within-the-festival have set times.

🎃 Wear layers and comfy shoes — you’ll be walking all day and October weather swings.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Is admission free?
Free. Rides, games, and food are typically pay-as-you-go.

Can I bring my dog?
Policies vary by festival — service animals are always welcome; pet rules are on the official site.

When is Festival of Altars?
Festival of Altars takes place Monday, November 2, 2026. Gates, music schedules, and special events are listed on the official page.