Aug 15, 2026
Pakistani Independence Day and Family Festival 2026 at Cal Expo
Cal Expo hosts a free Pakistani Independence Day and Family Festival Saturday, August 15, 2026 from 4 to 11 p.m. at Lot X and The Cove with Ali Zafar, food vendors, and kids activities.
Free admission
Cal Expo lists Pakistani Independence Day and Family Festival on Saturday, August 15, 2026 from 4 to 11 p.m. at Lot X and The Cove (1600 Exposition Blvd). Admission is free. Programming includes a live set by Ali Zafar, Pakistani cultural merchandise, food vendors and trucks, kids games, and raffles. Organizer is listed as PCM.
When: August 15, 2026 (4–11 p.m.)
Where: Cal Expo Lot X and The Cove, 1600 Exposition Blvd, Sacramento, CA
Confirm on calexpo.com/event/pakistani-independence-day/.
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