A Weekend to Remember!

The festival takes place on Saturday, June 7, 2025, from 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM, and Sunday, June 8, 2025, from 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM. It is held along Grant Avenue in Downtown Novato, between Redwood Boulevard and Seventh Street.

No, admission to the festival is completely free. Attendees can enjoy live music, art displays, and various activities without any entry cost.

Yes, the festival is designed for all ages. There are interactive art activities for children, including face painting and henna tattoos, ensuring fun for the whole family. ​

The festival features multiple stages with live music performances spanning genres like rock, jazz, counry and more. Additionally, there are over 200 booths showcasing art, crafts, food, and beverages booths.

Attendees can enjoy a variety of local microbrews, wines from Northern and Central California, and an array of culinary delights from food vendors. The festival emphasizes local flavors and offers something for every palate. ​

Absolutely! The festival hosts numerous artisans and vendors offering a wide range of items, from wearable art to home decor.

There is parking along the side streets of Grant Ave as well as around Redwood and Seventh Streets. Please pay close attention to parking signage.

Novato Municipal codes prohibit pets, except for service animals (14-17.3 NMC), Keep in mind this is a crowded event and hot asphalt. It's not a great environment for pets.

Yes, the festival takes place on flat, paved streets and is generally ADA accessible. However, due to potential crowds, early arrival is recommended for easier navigation.

It is varied, from vendor to vendor, however, most vendors do take credit cards these days, and the beer/wine/ticket booths do as well. There are also ATM's at several banks on the footprint of the event including Bank of America, Bank of Marin, and Wells Fargo.

All alcoholic beverage booths are next to a ticket booth. Simply go to a ticket booth (4 located throughout the festival) to purchase your ticket and commemorative glass. You can buy more than one ticket at a time. You cannot buy tickets and glasses for others. They must be present to purchase.

No, all purchases must be made during the event. There are no refunds for unredeemed beverage tickets.

Generally, yes they are! But please check with the individual business, as some may close early to join in the fun!

The SMART train is just a few blocks from our main stage on Redwood. And just across the street from the main bus route on Redwood Blvd

Tickets are $8 each. Glasses are also $8 each. You must buy a beer or wine glass in order to buy a beverage.

Yes, the kid's area is located in the Town and Country lot for the most part. There you will be able to do bungee jumping, Waterballz, a Bunny Petting Zoo, Facepainting and more.

The festival foods include Teriyaki Chicken Skewers, Lobster and Crab Rolls, Corndogs, Dippin' Dots, Shave Ice, Sausage, Crab Fries, Ice Cream, Kettlekorn, Pizza, Pretzels, Fresh Mini-Donuts, Snowcones and more!

Refer to the event map for detail but there are porta potties at 1st, 4th, 5th & 6th St.

There is a self service bike rack located on Grant and 1st. You are responsible for your own locks. The festival takes no responsibility for lost or stolen property