SF International Tea Festival

Tea

When: May 2–3, 2026 · Sat–Sun11 AM – 5 PM (VIP entry at 10 AM)
Where: Ferry Building Marketplace, San Francisco, CA, US · San Francisco Bay Area
Admission: Children under 5 free with a ticketed adult; all attendees 5 and older require a ticket. Ticket prices not listed on site.
Cadence: annual

Good to know

🅿️ Several affordable parking options within a couple blocks of the Ferry Building. The venue is also accessible via Muni, BART, and ferry.
💡 Avoid bringing strollers and large bags if possible, as the festival gets crowded. Re-entry is allowed the same day with a hand stamp.

The SF International Tea Festival brings together tea producers and enthusiasts at the Ferry Building Marketplace for a weekend of tastings, marketplace shopping, and educational lectures. Attendees can sample hundreds of tea varieties from over 30 international and regional vendors, with admission including unlimited tastings and a complimentary porcelain tasting cup. The 2026 edition is scheduled for May 2-3 with tickets available through Eventbrite.

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