Holo Holo Music Festival - San Diego 2025 Guide

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Gallagher Square at Petco Park
840 K St, San Diego, CA 92101
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Date:
Aug 30, 2025 to Aug 31, 2025
Hours:
Saturday 12:00 PM to 10:30 PM
Sunday 12:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Cost:
Starting at $149 per person per day - Sold Out
San Diego’s 2-day Holo Holo Music Festival 2025 is a celebration of island and reggae music. Explore event details, ticket offers, see who’s performing & more!

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Todd Sarouhan
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San Diego is Hyped for the Holo Holo Music Festival!

Inside Petco Park, the Western Metal Supply Co in East VillageThe Social Tap in East Village

Summer may be winding down, but things are just heating up as the 2025 San Diego Holo Holo Music Festival is almost here!

The East Village neighborhood is gearing up to host the 2-day musical extravaganza, full of good vibes and the aloha spirit. Attendees can expect to groove to the sounds of reggae and island beats as more than a dozen live acts take the stage to entertain.

The promoter Good Vibes Presents co-owner Dan Sheehan describes the festival as a ‘reflection of his roots’. Dan grew up in Ewa Beach, O'ahu, where ‘island music and reggae were the soundtracks of his childhood’.

One thing I know is that the festival will be an energizing multi-day event that’s family-friendly and perfect for laidback island music loving fans!

Where and When is the San Diego Holo Holo Music Festival in 2025?

The San Diego Holo Holo Music Festival is being held August 30th and 31st, 2025, at Gallagher Square, just outside Petco Park.

This is the third year that San Diego is welcoming the Holo Holo Music Festival, adding to all of the exciting events scheduled at Petco Park this summer and into the fall.

‘Holo Holo’, meaning ‘to travel, to sail, to move’ also has tour dates in Sacramento, Irvine, and San Jose, California plus Oahu, Hawaii, Tacoma, Washington and West Valley City, Utah scheduled for the 2025 tour.

If you’re going to be in San Diego for the Holo Holo Music Festival, you also should check out our Petco Park Events Guide 2025 for more fun live events like San Diego Padres baseball games and a full lineup of awesome concerts still to come in 2025!

Who are the headliners at the Holo Holo Music Festival in San Diego?

The main headliners include J Boog, Common Kings, and The Green.

For me personally though, I’m most excited to see Grammy Award-winning artist and producer Wyclef Jean. As a founding member of the Fugees with Lauryn Hill and Pras Michel, he was the group’s guitarist.

‘Killing Me Softly with His Song’ and ‘Ready or Not’ are two iconic songs from when I was younger, so getting to see him perform at San Diego Holo Holo this year will be a real treat!

Ticket Information & Where to Stay

Tickets are still available for San Diego Holo Holo as are incredible places to stay near the venue.

Let’s have a look first at the best ways to buy tickets and also a few of our favorite hotels near Petco Park!

How Can I Buy Tickets to the Holo Holo Music Festival?

You can buy your tickets through TIXR via the Holo Holo Music Festival site. If you’re thinking you’d like to check out the event this year, I can say from experience that you won’t want to wait because some ticket options are already sold out. Do know too that all sales are final.

General admission tickets are currently available for both Saturday and Sunday are $149 per person per day. You can also buy a GA 2-day pass for $265.86.

Kids tickets (ages 4-10), or Keiki passes, are available for Sunday for $73 but sold out for Saturday. The good news is the kids 2-day pass is still available for $106.

If you want to elevate your experience, you can still splurge on VIP passes for Sunday, but unfortunately the Saturday VIP passes and 2-day VIP passes are sold out for 2025. For $218 per person per ticket you’ll receive all of the GA perks plus exclusive viewing areas, VIP bars, and restrooms. Note that any child over 3 needs their own VIP ticket to enter the VIP zone.

New for 2025 – The Great Island Cook Out

While it doesn’t include access to the music arena, this year Good Vibez Presents is debuting a food festival in conjunction with San Diego Holo Holo.

The Great Island Cook Out will offer guests a wide variety of island cuisine. We’ll get into the details below of the new event I’m excited to check out but just know that tickets are very affordable at $6.38 per day with advanced purchase.

Hotels We Love Near Petco Park

Whether you’re coming to the festival for one night or want to make a weekend out of it, getting a hotel nearby can really add to your experience.

I suggest you check out the Hard Rock Hotel San Diego as it’s one of my favorites in the area.

It’s just steps away from Petco Park and Gallagher Square offering everything from studio rooms to Hard Rock suites.

If you’re looking for other ideas, our team at Go Visit San Diego team always likes to recommend checking out some of the best hotels near the Convention Center and best hotels in Downtown San Diego for a wide variety of options.

You could also take a look at the travel packages offered directly through the Holo Holo site as well. They’re offering deals on ticket and hotel bundles for two or three nights.

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The Amazing Music Lineup

Whether you’re attending the Holo Holo Festival for one day or both days, there will be unforgettable performances from amazing artists that you won’t want to miss!

Get ready for island music, reggae, and more!

Saturday Artist Lineup

Here is a list of artists scheduled to perform on Saturday. Times have not yet been listed, so you may want to check back with the festival’s website for more info.

  • J Boog
  • The Green
  • Josh Tatofi
  • Ekolu
  • Paula Fuga
  • Ho’Ono”A
  • Johnny Suite
  • Tribal Theory

Sunday Artist Lineup

Sunday’s lineup is just as impressive! Our team at Go Visit San Diego team is excited for the entire Sunday lineup but to be honest, for me, I’m super stoked to see Wyclef Jean!

Here’s a look at the full list of performers set for Sunday.

  • Common Kings
  • Ooklah the Moc
  • Wyclef Jean
  • DJ Noiz & Kennyon Brown
  • K’Nova
  • Likkle Jordee

Be sure to check the festival website for any last-minute lineup changes.

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Beyond the Music - Activities Not to Miss!

Besides the music, the Holo Holo Festival has food and more to offer!

The Great Island Cook Out

If you’re a foodie like me then you won’t want to miss the food festival I mentioned above!

The Great Island Cook Out is making its debut at the San Diego Holo Holo Music Festival in 2025 with everything from Hawaiian BBQ plates to poke bowls, shaved ice, and more!

I’m personally excited for the Hawaiian BBQ and my son is excited for literally all of it. And I’ve heard there may even be some live cooking demos, so keep an eye out for those!

Brews & Bars

Anyone 21 and over can take advantage of the full bars throughout the venue, featuring your favorite brews and booze.

While I don’t have a complete list of the breweries participating at Holo Holo this year, I can say that the local San Diego beer selection during Padres games at Petco Park is downright impressive. Given that this event is being held at Gallagher Park just beyond center field, I’m guessing you won’t be disappointed!

Family Friendly Vibes

Island music and reggae are rooted in ‘connection, culture, and movement’. These are things I want to expose my kids to. If you too want to make a family outing out of the Holo Holo Festival, know that it has a family-friendly atmosphere and kids are welcome!

You can even bring your stroller and enjoy the Gallagher Square area. Children under 3 are free. Children ages 4-10 require a child pass.

Visitor Information, Parking & Transportation Info

Since Gallagher Park is located in Downtown San Diego, I can tell you that traffic can be bad and parking can be tough, especially around events.

Planning ahead is key so you don’t waste any time and can get there to start having fun.

Public Transportation & Additional Smart Options

I always recommend taking the San Diego Trolley to Petco Park. It’s hands down the easiest way to get to the venue without the stress of traffic and parking. I’d 100% recommend this option.

You can also ride your bike or use a San Diego rideshare if you don’t want to look for or pay for parking.

What are the Best Parking Options?

If you want to drive to the event, head towards downtown and look for signs heading toward the San Diego Convention Center and ultimately Petco Park.

It’s recommended to book parking through the SpotHero app. Information can be found

on the Gallagher Square SpotHero Parking Page. You can choose from different lots.

I would recommend the lot at the Hotel Indigo because it’s the shortest walk. The lot on 935 Seventh Ave. is also a good choice because it is the best value.

Is the Holo Holo Festival ADA accessible?

The festival is fully accessible. There is an ADA entry lane as well as accessible viewing areas. Service animals are also permitted. Check the festival site for a full list of ADA options.

Know Before You Go

You’ll want to be prepared when it comes to payment and festival policies to avoid potential headaches. As a huge music festival fan myself, I’ve learned a thing or two attending festivals like Mission Bayfest and Into the Horizon.

Below are a few things to keep in mind!

Payment Options

All concessions and food vendors will only take credit cards and paperless payments. No cash! A reverse ATM is also available.

Festival Policies

  • All bags will be searched. I can tell you from personal experience that the security can be very thorough. Clear bags up to 12" x 6" x 12" are allowed. Small clutch bags, size 6" x 9" 5x7 that are not clear will be searched and add time to your entry. If your bag isn’t the approved size, there’s a good chance you won’t be allowed to bring it in.
  • Free water refill stations are located throughout the festival so bring your water bottle to fill up!
  • All tickets are exchanged for a wristband. You’ll want to keep it on throughout the festival because if you take it off or lose it, you can’t get another one.
  • No outside food or beverage is allowed.

The festival is rain or shine, so plan accordingly to enjoy all the fun the Holo Music Festival has to offer.

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