Haight - Ashbury Festival

Where to Stay Near the Haight-Ashbury Street Fair: Hotel Julian, San Francisco

Each June, the birthplace of the Summer of Love comes alive once more as the Haight-Ashbury Street Fair takes over the neighborhood with music, murals, and a spirit of joyful rebellion. It’s a celebration of San Francisco’s storied counterculture—a day when flower power, local art, and grassroots music take center stage.

For festivalgoers who love the energy of Haight Street but prefer a quiet, stylish space to recharge, Hotel Julian offers a boutique retreat just a short ride away. Here, creativity still pulses—but in a more composed, contemporary rhythm.

About the Haight-Ashbury Street Fair

Launched in 1978 by local residents, the Haight-Ashbury Street Fair pays homage to the neighborhood’s radical past while supporting its evolving artistic and cultural scene. Stretching along Haight Street between Stanyan and Masonic, the event features multiple music stages, art vendors, food stalls, and a crowd that’s as diverse as San Francisco itself.

???? When it Happens:

The fair traditionally takes place the second Sunday in June. For 2025, it's expected to happen on Sunday, June 8, from 11:00 AM to 5:30 PM.

Festival highlights include:

  • Local and emerging bands performing on two outdoor stages

  • Artisan vendors selling handmade crafts, vintage fashion, and psychedelic art

  • Classic Bay Area food and indie food trucks

  • Mural painting, hula hoopers, and sidewalk chalk installations

  • A family-friendly zone and deep local roots

If you're looking to experience San Francisco’s counterculture history in real time, this is where to be.

Hotel Julian: A Boutique Hotel Near Haight-Ashbury

Looking for a hotel near the Haight-Ashbury Street Fair that complements your creative side without sacrificing comfort? Hotel Julian provides just that. Centrally located downtown in San Francisco’s creative corridor, Julian is a quick rideshare from the Haight and a world away in atmosphere.

Why festivalgoers choose Hotel Julian:

  • Easy transit or car access to Golden Gate Park and the Haight-Ashbury District

  • Immersive, design-led guest rooms ideal for unwinding

  • Exhibit A, our outdoor rotating sculpture gallery that blends well with festival artistry

  • Carlotta’s Cocktail and Wine Bar—perfect for a post-fair chill session or pre-festival brunch

It’s where creativity and comfort meet—without the tie-dye bedsheets.

From Street Vibes to Boutique Balance

After a full day of browsing vintage records, dancing in the street, and soaking in Haight Street’s free-spirited energy, return to Hotel Julian for a shift in tempo. Trade jam bands for jazz. Swap patchouli for perfume. And let the city’s creative current carry you to something a little softer, a little swankier.

Planning Your Haight-Ashbury Festival Stay?

Rooms fill quickly for one of San Francisco’s most iconic neighborhood events. If you’re asking where to stay for the Haight-Ashbury Street Fair, Hotel Julian offers the perfect blend of access, artistry, and elevated calm.

Book your stay at Hotel Julian—where the spirit of the ’60s meets the style of today.