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23rd Annual Architecture + City Festival

Thursday, September 10, 2026
to Sunday, September 27, 2026
Category: Center for A+D

Program and ticket launch on August 3rd! Sign up for our newsletter to be the first to know!

At the heart of San Francisco’s design community is the Architecture + the City Festival, an annual, citywide celebration now in its 23rd year. Showcasing the city’s vibrant built environment, the festival features an inspiring lineup of tours, talks, special programs and more! Audiences are invited to explore architecture and design from multiple perspectives, fostering connection, curiosity, and creative exchange across the city.

Festival Highlights

  • Exclusive Tours: Explore some of San Francisco’s most iconic and innovative buildings.
  • Engaging Lectures: Hear from leading architects, designers, and thought leaders.
  • Exhibitions: Discover exhibits featuring contemporary and historical architecture and design.
  • Workshops: Participate in discussions and hands-on activities to learn more about design and architecture.

View 2025 Architecture + the City Festival programs HERE

Hosted by the Center for Architecture + Design in collaboration with AIASF. While registration is processed through AIASF, 100% of ticket proceeds directly support the Center for Architecture + Design's public programs, exhibitions, and educational initiatives, helping us advance design awareness and foster meaningful conversations about the built environment.

SPONSORS

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SPONSOR OPPORTUNITIES

Join San Francisco’s premier celebration of architecture, design, and community. This month-long festival offers dynamic ways to engage with the built environment through tours, talks, and special events. Align your brand with innovation, creativity, and civic dialogue—explore unique sponsorship opportunities today.

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