The Westminster Fall Festival returns September 24–27, 2026 for four days of carnival rides, live entertainment, food, vendors and family activities at the Westminster Civic Center. New highlights for 2026 include the festival’s first-ever drone show and a Moon Lantern Festival, along with returning Cultural Night & Loteria and The Maker’s Hive Market. The City of Westminster anticipates more than 12,000 visitors throughout the weekend.
The festival is part of a busy season of fall events in Orange County. Admission is free, with carnival rides, games, food and beverages available for an additional cost.
Westminster Fall Festival 2026 Event Details
Where: Westminster Civic Center
Address: 8200 Westminster Blvd., Westminster, CA 92683
Dates: Thursday, September 24 – Sunday, September 27, 2026
Admission: Free. Carnival rides, games, food and beverages are additional.
- Thursday, Sept. 24: 5:00–9:00 PM; Cultural Night & Loteria, 6:00–7:30 PM
- Friday, Sept. 25: 5:00–11:00 PM; Drone Show & Opening Ceremony, 8:00–9:00 PM
- Saturday, Sept. 26: Noon–11:00 PM; Moon Lantern Festival, 5:00–9:00 PM
- Sunday, Sept. 27: Noon–9:00 PM; The Maker’s Hive Market, noon–6:00 PM
See the official City of Westminster Fall Festival website for the latest schedule, entertainment details and ticket information.
What to Expect
- Carnival rides and games
- Live entertainment
- Food and vendors
- Family activities
- Cultural Night & Loteria
- First-ever Westminster Fall Festival drone show
- Moon Lantern Festival
- The Maker’s Hive Market
Westminster Fall Festival Drone Show
Friday night brings a new attraction for 2026: the Westminster Fall Festival’s first-ever drone show. The Drone Show & Opening Ceremony is scheduled for Friday, September 25 from 8:00 to 9:00 PM.
Moon Lantern Festival
The new Moon Lantern Festival is scheduled for Saturday, September 26 from 5:00 to 9:00 PM as part of the Fall Festival. For more seasonal cultural celebrations around Orange County, see our guide to Orange County Moon & Mid-Autumn Festivals.
Carnival Rides
Carnival rides run throughout the four-day festival. Admission to the festival is free, but rides and games are fee-based. The City of Westminster is offering discounted carnival ride wristbands in advance; use the official Fall Festival page for current wristband pricing and purchase information.
Vendors & The Maker’s Hive Market
Food and commercial vendors will be part of the festival throughout the weekend. On Sunday, September 27, The Maker’s Hive Market returns from noon to 6:00 PM with makers, artisans and small businesses.
Parking & Arrival
The festival takes place at the Westminster Civic Center at 8200 Westminster Blvd. Because parking and transportation instructions can change as the event approaches, check the City of Westminster’s current event information before you go. With attendance expected to exceed 12,000 over four days, arriving early is a good idea for the busiest evening events.
You can also explore more Orange County fairs and festivals, see what’s happening in Orange County this weekend, or find more local attractions in our Westminster city guide.