The San Clemente Fiesta Music Festival features an entire Sunday filled with rock, reggae and country music, as well as food and drinks, fun and games, arts and crafts and more. 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. Featuring an incredible lineup of musical performances, engaging entertainment, 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 8, 2026 | 11:00 AM – 6:00 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.
2026 Entertainment Lineup
Main Stage – Center of Del Mar at Ola Vista
- The ReFlexx – 4:45pm – 6:00pm
- Wargirl – 3:30pm – 4:15pm
- Will Worden – 2:15pm – 3:00pm
- Tunnels – 1:00pm – 1:45pm
- RøBBER – 11:45am – 12:30pm
- Tumbleweed – 11:00am – 11:20am
Stage 2 – Seville Stage
- The Great North Special – 4:15pm – 5:30pm
- The Soul Beacons – 3:00pm – 3:45pm
- Ramonda Hammer – 1:45pm – 2:30pm
- Fernando Noronha’s Blues Ride – 12:30pm – 1:15pm
- The Real Big Bad – 11:15am – 12:00pm
Activities & Things to Do
- Live Entertainment – Two 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 Exhibits – 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.