Everything To Know Before You Go
Walnut Creek's Locust Street Festival happens on a Wednesday evening, once a month from May through August. This year's festival series occurs on May 14, June 11, July 16, and August 6 from 5:30pm - 9:00pm. All events are FREE ADMISSION and open to the public.
Where is the event?
Located on Locust Street (between Mt. Diablo Blvd and Bonanza St., and Bonanza St. to Civic Drive) and Cypress Street (between N. California Blvd. and Commercial Lane).
Is this a family-friendly and dog-friendly event?
Yes! Locust Street Festival is a family-friendly and dog-friendly event. Bring the kids, your pup, your neighbors, or your out-of-town guests—we welcome everyone to join in the fun.
Dogs must remain on a leash and in control at all times. Please bring your pet water and waste bags to dispose of waste properly.
How do I get there and where do I park?
Parking is available at the S. Locust Parking Garage and the Lesher Center Parking Garage. Additional parking is available at nearby parking garages and street parking - visit our transportation page to learn more. Rideshares are highly encouraged.
Locust Street Festival is BARTable! Hop on BART and you're here. Travel safely to and from the event, plus avoid traffic and parking when you take BART to and from the Walnut Creek station.
What roads will be closed on event days?
The Locust Street Festival boundaries are closed from 11:00am-11:00pm on event days. Don't get towed - pay attention to No Parking signs and use nearby parking garages.
Locust Street will be closed from Mt. Diablo Blvd (starting after entrance to the S. Locust Parking Garage) to Civic Drive (starting after entrance to the Lesher Center Parking Garage). Bonanza Street is open to through traffic. Cypress St. will be closed from N. California Blvd. to Commercial Lane. Entrance/Exit from the S. Locust Garage and Lesher Center Garage on N. Locust will remain open. Parking garage access for The Rise tenants will remain open and accessible on Cypress St., from California Blvd.
Are alcoholic beverages served at the event?
Wine, beer, and specialty cocktails are available for purchase at select beverage booths located throughout the event. Drink tickets must be purchased on-site at a Ticket Booth with cash or credit card. Must be 21+ with a valid ID to purchase drink tickets and consume alcohol. Alcohol must be consumed within the event boundaries.
Can I bring my own food and drinks?
We encourage you to support our amazing local vendors and the dozens of restaurants surrounding the event. For a guide to downtown restaurants, click here. No outside alcohol is allowed.
Is this event rain or shine?
The event is light rain or shine. If heavy rain or other inclement weather is expected, we will monitor the forecast and provide announcements on our website, newsletter, and social media.
I lost something at the event. Who do I contact?
Please Contact Us or the Walnut Creek Police Department.