The Haight-Ashbury Street Fair is one of the most colorful summer street fairs the city has to offer. There is lots to see and do, but the most interesting sight of all may be people of all walks of lifemingling to the sounds of music and the aroma of treats offered up by the street merchants.

Celebrate San Francisco's eclectic culture at this annual festival which features 13 blocks of entertainment in the heart of downtown. Enjoy live music, performance art, food vendors and more. Revelers often dress in lively costumes at this fair which also features after parties at nearby venues.

The people of San Francisco take to the streets to celebrate the BDSM lifestyle. Music, food and kinky sex are on the minds of the many native San Franciscans who come out to the Folsom Street Fair. Of special interest are the many people who dress in leather costumes to celebrate the fair.

Created by Harvey Milk in 1974, this annual festival celebrates the Castro District community with a day of eclectic fun. Held the first Sunday in October, the fair features live entertainment, original work by local artists, dance performances and more.