Celebrating 32 Years of our Pasifika Community.

Pacific Islander Festival Association

Save the Date

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September 26 & 27, 2026

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“Grounded by Roots; Woven by Culture”

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Ski Beach, Mission Bay, San Diego

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Save the Date ✳︎ September 26 & 27, 2026 ✳︎ “Grounded by Roots; Woven by Culture” ✳︎ Ski Beach, Mission Bay, San Diego ✳︎

Join in the Celebration of Pasifika Culture!

Our Commitment

We are dedicated to preserving and promoting the ancestral knowledge, languages, and values of Melanesia, Micronesia, and Polynesia. We empower our community by providing meaningful educational and cultural resources that honor the strength and unity of the Pasifika people.

Experience the largest Pacific Islander festival in the United States. This free festival is where our heritage, community, and future converge in a vibrant, two-day celebration.

PIFA 2026

Apply to be a part of PIFA 2026!

APPLICATION DEADLINES: MAY 31, 2026

Non-Profit Food Booth

Information Booth

Craft Booth

Cultural Village

Commercial Food Booth

The PIFA festival is a celebration of our year-long work. Through local events and community initiatives, we raise vital funds to support our educational programs and preserve our cultural legacy.

Our Year-Round Commitment

More Than a Festival

Community Events

From cultural workshops and performances to local fundraisers and outreach, we create meaningful spaces for our community to gather, learn, and celebrate throughout the year.

Empowering Our Future

Your participation in our events directly funds the PIFA Scholarship and Miss PIFA Leadership Programs, investing in the next generation.

Preserving Our Culture

Every initiative helps us prepare for our annual festival, ensuring we can continue to share the rich heritage of Pasifika with our community and the world.

Save When You Stay

Make Mission Bay Your Home for PIFA 2026

At the heart of PIFA, Mission Bay is more than a location—it’s an experience. Stay just steps from the festival at the stunning bayfront hotels of Discover Mission Bay, where island spirit, luxury, and PIFA excitement come together. Book your stay today.

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