How Weird

Where to Stay Near How Weird Street Faire: Hotel Julian, San Francisco

Welcome to the colorful, costumed, cosmic playground that is the How Weird Street Faire—an only-in-San-Francisco celebration of music, art, and radical self-expression. Held in the heart of SoMa, this immersive, multi-stage block party invites weirdness of every kind—from feathered wings to LED armor to bass-driven dance circles.

When it’s time to dial things down (or gear up), Hotel Julian offers a boutique stay just blocks from the action. With artful design, moody interiors, and brunch every Saturday and Sunday at Carlotta’s Cocktail and Wine Bar, Julian is where weirdness meets well-being.

About the How Weird Street Faire

Now in its third decade, the How Weird Street Faire blends electronic music, costume culture, performance art, and creative community into one technicolor Sunday. It’s part street party, part Burning Man preview, part global village—and entirely unforgettable.

???? When It Happens:

How Weird typically takes place on a Sunday in early May, centered around Howard and 2nd Streets in SoMa. In 2025, it's expected on Sunday, May 4, from noon to 8:00 PM.

Festival highlights:

  • 10+ music stages featuring EDM, house, dubstep, trance, world beat, and experimental sound

  • Interactive art zones, healing spaces, and costume showcases

  • A massive dance floor spread across multiple city blocks

  • Food trucks, local artisans, and visionary vendors

  • A playful, positive, and peace-loving atmosphere that’s distinctly San Francisco

Hotel Julian: A Boutique Hotel Near How Weird Festival

If you're looking for a hotel near the How Weird Street Faire, Hotel Julian offers a polished contrast to the neon, noise, and confetti (just a few blocks away). It’s a quick walk or rideshare from the festival, with space to chill, change outfits, or sip something stylish before heading back into the wild.

Why weirdos love staying at Julian:

  • Minutes from Howard Street and the festival grounds

  • Bold, art-driven interiors and comfortable, low-lit rooms

  • Exhibit A, our outdoor sculpture series celebrating creative expression year-round

  • Carlotta’s Cocktail and Wine Bar—host of weekend brunch every Saturday and Sunday, and a lowkey spot to reset, rehydrate, or recap with your crew

At Julian, you can go full sparkle on the street and still return to a room that feels like a deep breath.

Start (or End) Your Weekend with Brunch at Carlotta’s

No matter how weird the night before, brunch at Carlotta’s has your back. Served every Saturday and Sunday, it’s a stylish recovery space with elevated fare, cheeky cocktails, and music that won’t overwhelm your post-party senses. It’s perfect for meetups, mimosas, and morning-after mischief.

Planning Your How Weird Weekend?

Hotels near SoMa and downtown fill fast for this city-loved event. If you're asking where to stay for the How Weird Street Faire, Hotel Julian offers a stay that embraces creativity—without compromising comfort.

Book your stay at Hotel Julian—where weird is welcome, and brunch is always on the table.