Architecture + the City Festival

Architecture + the City Festival

At the heart of San Francisco’s design community is the Architecture + the City Festival, an annual, citywide celebration now in its 22nd year. Showcasing the city’s vibrant built environment, the festival features an inspiring lineup of tours, talks, film screenings, youth festival, and special programs including the DIALOGUES Conversation Series. Audiences are invited to explore architecture and design from multiple perspectives, fostering connection, curiosity, and creative exchange across the city.

The Center for Architecture + Design is proud to present the 2025 Festival Auction, a celebration of creativity, craftsmanship, and community. As part of the Festival’s mission to highlight the transformative power of design in shaping our city, the auction showcases a curated selection of works created by leading architects and designers.

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Festival Programming

September 4-25, 2025

Opening Night Party

Celebrate the Festival launch with community, music, and games.

Walking Tours

Uncover San Francisco’s architecture through engaging guided city walks.

Behind-the-Scenes Tours

Discover perspectives on innovative projects and design practices.

Talks

Hear leading voices share insights on architecture and design.

Special Programs

Enjoy digital craft labs, cocktails, studio crawls, and expert forums.

Film Screenings

Experience architecture and culture through visual storytelling.

Youth Festival

Three days of films, workshops, and hands-on activities.

DIALOGUES

A global conversation series featuring exceptional designers and thinkers.

AIASF Home Tours: San Francisco Living

Tour architect-designed residences showcasing diverse housing solutions.

Thank you to our 2025 Festival sponsors