Crowds gather for nine days in the desert for the festival dedicated to radical self-expression, inclusion, and self-reliance. The event draws some 70,000 revelers annually for art, music, and a gifting economy, with a promise to “leave no trace.” Next: August 28-September 5, 2016
The Bay Area has a reputation for outstanding food and wine—and now basketball, thanks to the Golden State Warriors—but the region’s talents extend well beyond restaurants and championship rings. Between top-dollar fund-raisers (such as the $13 million Tipping Point Community’s gala), renowned film and music festivals (the Stern Grove and SF Jazz Fest), and breathtaking foot races (Big Sur Marathon and Bay to Breakers), locals across the board clearly know how to host standout events.
BizBash set out to identify the best of the best. The selections include the world’s most popular tech conference, the longest-running foot race, and the most joyful parade outside of Disneyland.To choose and rank the annual events on this list, BizBash considers several factors, including economic impact, buzz, innovation, and an event's prominence within the communities it intends to serve.
