Off the Grid Returns to Fort Mason Center, San Francisco
San Francisco's Favorite Outdoor Food Truck Market Is Back
We're thrilled to announce the return of the Fort Mason Night Market in 2026. One of San Francisco's longest-running and most beloved night markets, it's also one of the largest in California. Join us monthly for an unforgettable evening of food, craft, music, and community at one of the Bay Area's most stunning waterfront venues. The market is hosted through the partnership between Fort Mason Center for Arts & Culture (FMCAC), West Coast Craft, Off the Grid, and Stern Grove Festival, and it's completely free and open to all ages. Browse our upcoming Off the Grid markets for more dates across the Bay Area.
Fort Mason Night Market 2026 Dates
All events run Fridays, 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM.
- April 17
- May 22
- June 19
- July 24
- August 21
- September 18
What to Expect at Fort Mason Night Market
- Food & Drink: More than 25 food and beverage creators curated by Off the Grid. Seasonal dining and bar service from FMCAC residents: Greens Restaurant, The Interval at Long Now, and Radhaus Alpine Beerhall & Restaurant.
- Craft Creators: Over 50 artist and designer craftspeople curated by West Coast Craft, featuring handmade goods inspired by Bay Area and West Coast culture.
- Live Music & DJs: Live music curated by Stern Grove Festival, plus DJ sets at the Waterfront "Secret Spot" Lounge Stage between Piers 2 and 3.
- Creative Workshops: All-ages workshops from the San Francisco Children's Art Center, 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM in Gallery 308, Building A.
- Free Public Art: Installations throughout the historic waterfront campus.
- Extended Shopping: Extended hours at Arion Press (Building B) and FLAX Art & Design (Building D) on market nights.
Best Food Trucks at Off the Grid Fort Mason
Each Fort Mason Night Market features a rotating lineup of the Bay Area's best mobile kitchens. Discover the full roster of food truck vendors cooking everything from al pastor trompos and yakitori to wood-fired pizza and handcrafted s'mores.
How to Get There: Fort Mason Center Directions & Parking
Fort Mason Center is located at 2 Marina Blvd, San Francisco, CA 94123, on the historic waterfront between the Marina and Fisherman's Wharf. On-site paid parking is available in the Fort Mason Center lots, and the venue is served by Muni lines 22, 28, 30, 43, and 49. Bicycle parking is available at the entrance, and rideshare drop-off is recommended along Marina Boulevard.
Interested in Being a Creator at Fort Mason?
The Fort Mason Night Market is one of the best opportunities for food creators to serve a large, enthusiastic audience, roughly 6,000 to 8,000 attendees per night, with sales ranging from $1,500 to $8,000 per event. We accept applications from food trucks and pop-up food tents from across California. We're especially excited about live fire experiences like al pastor trompos, yakitori, and s'mores.
What We're Looking For
New and established food creators with outdoor serving experience. Monthly commitment, rain or shine. We want the best and most exciting food in the region.
Requirements
- Food Trucks: Valid CA business license, CA health permit (any county), CA food handling manager certificate, $500,000 insurance.
- Pop-Ups: Existing business + commercial kitchen required. Must supply own tent, power, kitchen, and OTG-approved banner. Commissary operation required. Same license, certificate, and insurance requirements as food trucks.
Tags: Crafts · Fair · Culinary