San Francisco International Week 2026 celebrates what makes our city truly extraordinary, its global spirit!
This annual platform brings together business leaders, trade partners, consulates, and community organizations to forge meaningful connections, advance cross-border commerce, and honor the vibrant international communities that define San Francisco.
Program Highlights: August 10–14
Opening Night: International Networking (Mon, Aug 10) | Rincon Center-- Our signature "must-attend" event, open to the general public. Last year sold out at 300 guests — this year we're expanding capacity to meet growing demand.
Midweek Programming (Tue–Fri):
Focused engagement for business professionals and organizations active in international trade and global markets.
Yes SF - Pitch Competition: View Event
August 11 (2-4pm) , hosted by Yes SF and San Francisco Center for Economic Development
Building Business Bridges between Italy and the Bay Area: View Event
August 11 (5:30-7pm) at Yes SF, hosted by Italian Commerce Association
Why, Where, and How Small Businesses Are Building Global Teams in 2026: View Event
August 12 (5:30-7:30pm) at The Rooftop at Hotel Via hosted by JustWorks
Building California–Japan Business Connections: View Event
August 12 (5-7pm) at Morrison Foerster, hosted byJapanese Chamber of Commerce of Northern California (JCCNC)
From SF to the Philippines: AI, Trusted Technology, and the Next Innovation Bridge: View Event
August 13 (4-6pm) at Yes SF,hosted by SF Filipino American Chamber of Commerce
Photo Documentary Exhibition: “Candombe: El Llamado del Tambor” (The Call of the Drum), by photographer Carlos Pazos: View Event
August 13 (5pm) at Consulate General of Uruguay in San Francisco
Import/Export 2.0: AI and the Next Global Economy:
Date: TBD, hosted by Hispanic Chambers of Commerce of SF and Consulate of Colombia SF
Cultural Celebrations: Partnering cultural centers take center stage with performances and events reflecting San Francisco's international identity throughout the entire month of August!
Interested in participating? Opportunities to be part of the vendor showcase during Opening Night - Monday, Aug 10 and programming throughout the week, please contact info@sfcentered.org
