The San Clemente Fiesta Music Festival features an entire Sunday filled with rock, reggae and country music, as well as food, beverages, fun and games. With a rich history dating back to the 1950s, the festival has evolved into a beloved tradition that brings together thousands of residents and visitors alike. Featuring an incredible lineup of musical performances, engaging entertainment, food and drinks, and many exciting activities, the festival is a fun event for all ages.
Event attendees are encouraged to take the city’s free trolley service for transportation to downtown.
Fiesta Music Festival
Where: Downtown San Clemente
Address: 100 & 200 Blocks of Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente, 92672
Dates/Times: Sunday, Aug 11, 2024 | 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Admission: Free
Shuttle/Trolley: Free
Free shuttle from San Clemente High School will run from 10:00 a.m. until 7:00 p.m.
Free San Clemente Trolley from the Outlets at San Clemente will run from 10 a.m. until 8:00 p.m.
Entertainment Lineup
2024 Lineup
Main Stage- Center of Del Mar at Ola Vista
- Long Beach Dub All Stars (5:15pm) – Headliner Band
Buck-O-Nine (4:00pm)
Tijuana Panthers (3:00pm)
3LH (2:00pm)
Ted Z and the Wranglers (1:00pm)
Wes Chiller (12:00pm)
Grooveswitch (10:45am)
Stage 1 – Top of Del Mar
Park your bikes in the Alleyway Bike Corral behind South of Nick’s, located next to Artifex.
- The Pegs (5:00pm)
- Joint Committee (3:45pm)
- Dan Getz (2:30pm)
- And the Rest – 16 Again (1:15pm)
- Funerol (12:15pm)
- The Saltwater Kings (11:15am)
- The Decents (10:15am)
Stage 3- Bottom of Del Mar
Located in front of the community center on the lawn. Bring your beach chairs, picnic blankets and shade umbrellas.
- The Sea Monks (5:15pm)
- Laxi (4:00pm)
- Buckshot (2:45pm)
- No Pressure (1:30pm)
- 74ODD (12:30pm)
- The Wilbury Super Group (11:15am)
- Viorythm (10:15am)
Activities & Things to Do
- Live Entertainment – Three stages.
- Food Booths – Local nonprofit organizations serve up delicious international bites.
- Beverages – Five beverage booths along Avenida Del Mar will feature water and sodas, plus beer and seltzers by Left Coast Brewing Company.
- Games
- Contests
- Children’s Activities
- Arts & Craft Exhibit – Showcasing hand-crafted and unique merchandise
- Vendor/Business Booths & Exhibits – Local businesses and Informational booths
San Clemente Fiesta Music Festival History
Originating in the 1950s as the Fiesta de la Cristianita Pageant, the event initially emerged as a small-scale community gathering. However, as time passed, it evolved into a music-centered occasion during the 1970s and 1980s. The remarkable performance by Rita Coolidge at the festival acted as a catalyst, attracting a growing number of bands to participate. Despite its expansion, the event has maintained its steadfast commitment to preserving its local essence, ensuring that it remains an affair cherished by the locals throughout the years.
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