About the Festival

Every April during National Library Week the San Mateo Public Library Foundation collaborates with partners —the performers, the city, Parks & Rec, local organizations and business of all sizes — to host a range of events in a variety of spaces that celebrate programs the library is loved for.

Proceeds benefit the San Mateo Public Library.

Come join us for the third year of San Mateo Celebrates!

Festival Mission

The week of programming is designed to:

  • Highlight and amplify what the Library does year round

  • Make participants aware of the free programs, services and resources at their local Library

  • Expand opportunities for cultural edutainment and intergenerational connection in our community

San Mateo Celebrates! 2023 Recap