Celebrate as a Family: Festivals & Gatherings in San Ramon | The Zwahlens

San Ramon hosts numerous family-friendly festivals, farmers’ markets, art fairs, and seasonal celebrations throughout the year. A standout event is the Art & Wind Festival, held annually over Memorial Day weekend in San Ramon’s Central Park. This free, two-day festival features professional kite flying demonstrations, kite making workshops, fine arts and crafts, specialty food vendors, multiple entertainment stages with international music and family shows, children’s zones, and family amusement areas. It’s a bike-, pet-, and family-friendly event designed to engage visitors of all ages.

In addition to the Art & Wind Festival, San Ramon also holds Earth and Arbor Day celebrations, Memorial Day programs, puppet theater shows, and cultural events such as the Culture in the Community Celebration.

While the Alamo Music and Wine Festival is hosted in Alamo rather than San Ramon, the area broadly enjoys various seasonal celebrations and community gatherings that highlight local arts, music, food, and family activities.

Art & Wind Festival

• Next Event: Sunday & Monday, May 24-25, 2026

• Time: 11:00 am – 6:00 pm both days

• Location: Central Park, 12501 Alcosta Blvd, San Ramon

• Details: Free, open-air festival with professional kite flying, kite-making workshops, fine arts and crafts, food courts, live entertainment stages with music and dance, children’s shows, amusement zones, and pet-friendly/bike-friendly amenities. It’s one of San Ramon’s largest and best-loved annual events.

Earth & Arbor Day Celebration

• National Arbor Day: Friday, April 24, 2026

• Local San Ramon Celebration: Usually mid- to late April, expect that year’s event to be around April 19–24, 2026 (exact date to be confirmed by the City)

• Location: Forest Home Farms Historic Park or city parks

• Details: Activities typically include tree planting, eco-friendly crafts, environmental stations, nature walks, and interactive education for kids and families. San Ramon often coordinates Arbor Day with Earth Day activities.

Culture in the Community Celebration

• Projected Next Event: January 2026 (recent events held late January, most likely last Sunday)

• Time: Noon – 4:00 pm

• Location: Dougherty Station Community Arts Center, 17011 Bollinger Canyon Road

• Details: Multicultural festival featuring music, performances, art, cultural booths from dozens of countries, games, crafts, and global cuisine. Watch for city updates confirming exact date for 2026.

Farmers’ Markets

• Schedule: Weekly throughout 2026; exact times may vary with the season.

• Location: San Ramon City Center and other neighborhood venues

• Details: Local produce, food, and crafts, sometimes including kids’ activities and entertainment.

Other Upcoming Events

• Memorial Day Observances: Monday, May 25, 2026, including ceremonies and community gatherings—sometimes in tandem with the Art & Wind Festival.

• San Ramon Valley Run for Education: Sunday, October 11, 2026 (date projected—watch for updates)

• Seasonal Festivals: Winter holiday tree lighting, Diwali, Lunar New Year, Halloween, and other events are held seasonally—city calendars provide up-to-date listings in advance.

You can expect San Ramon’s rich calendar of family-friendly events, cultural celebrations, and markets to continue throughout 2026, with most dates announcing at least 3–6 months in advance. Always check the city website or local event calendars for the most up-to-date listings before you plan to attend