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San Diego, CA

CRSSD Festival (Fall)

ExpectedExpected September 2027

2027 dates not announced yet. Last festival: September 26 to 27, 2026

$176 to $367 ppHouseTechno
Dates
Expected September 2027
Status
Expected
Venue
Waterfront Park
Price
$176 to $367
Camping
None on site
Last checked
Oct 19, 2026

The last CRSSD Festival (Fall) was September 26 to 27, 2026, in San Diego, CA. Its 2027 dates haven't been announced yet. Froligo tracks ticket prices, attendee feedback and travel details.

The experience

What's special

CRSSD Festival (Fall) is a curated two-day electronic and dance music festival held at San Diego's waterfront park. The intimate urban setting features multiple stages showcasing techno, house, and experimental electronic music with an emphasis on discovery and artist curation over mainstream appeal.

What people love

Attendees praise the exceptional venue location along the waterfront and the quality of the food and drink offerings. The carefully curated lineups consistently expose festival-goers to new artists and musical styles.

How attendees rate it

Based on attendee reports online
Overall★★★★★
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Music & sound★★★★★
Food & drink★★★★★
Access & logistics★★★★★
Safety & comfort★★★★★

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Listen

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No official playlist linked yet. Find CRSSD Festival (Fall) on Spotify.

Lineup

Here's who played in 2026:

Getting there

How do I get to CRSSD Festival (Fall)?

By car

Most people drive to CRSSD Festival (Fall). Check current road and traffic conditions before you set off, and see parking below.

By train
Amtrak / Coaster to Santa Fe Depot (Union Station)Varies by origin; short walk from Santa Fe Depot to Waterfront Park · Varies by origin

The festival's own FAQ says Waterfront Park is walking distance from Union Station (Santa Fe Depot), served by Amtrak Pacific Surfliner and the Coaster commuter line. Useful for attendees arriving from elsewhere in Southern California rather than flying into SAN.

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By bus & public transit
San Diego Flyer free airport shuttle to MTS Trolley (UC San Diego Blue Line or Green Line) → County Center/Little Italy StationFlyer every 20-30 min; trolley travel time from Old Town to County Center/Little Italy is short (a few stops) · San Diego Flyer shuttle free

From SAN, the free San Diego Flyer shuttle connects both terminals to Old Town Transit Center, which sits on the same Blue/Green Line trolley network that SDMTS's own CRSSD event page directs riders to. SDMTS's event-specific guidance: take the Blue or Green Line to County Center/Little Italy Station, a short walk from Waterfront Park.

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Taxi & rideshare
Uber / Lyft (official CRSSD-recommended mode)5-10 min from SAN, traffic/event-load dependent · Short (~1 mile) hop from SAN, so typically at or near rideshare minimum fare

San Diego International Airport (SAN) is roughly a mile from Waterfront Park, and the festival's own FAQ actively steers attendees toward rideshare over driving/parking. At the venue, CRSSD uses designated Uber & Lyft drop-off/pickup points rather than curbside-anywhere pickup.

Book / info

Taxis and rideshare such as Uber and Lyft can be limited near the venue, especially late at night or in rural areas. Agree a pickup point and time in advance and keep a backup plan.

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🅿 Parking

No official festival parking lot or prepay-parking partner (e.g. ParkMobile/SpotHero) was found on the official site, downtown San Diego's normal commercial garages near the Gaslamp Quarter/Little Italy are the fallback for attendees who do drive, at standard downtown rates, not a festival-negotiated price.

🚙 Car hire

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Where

Venue

Waterfront Park

Camping & Accommodation

Where can I stay near CRSSD Festival (Fall)?

No on site camping. Here is where to stay nearby.

Budget stays 4
Hampton Inn San Diego-Downtown
🍳 Breakfast

Typically $70-130 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates

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R.K. Hostel San Diego
🚶 10 min walk✈️ 1.3 mi from SAN

642 West Hawthorn Street, San Diego, CA 92101

Typically $70-130 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates

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ITH Adventure Hostel San Diego
🚶 11 min walk✈️ 1.7 mi from SAN

230 West Cedar Street, San Diego, CA 92101

Typically $70-130 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates

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Gaslamp hostel San Diego
📍 0.9 mi from the venue

726 5th Avenue, San Diego, CA 92101

Typically $70-130 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates

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Mid-range hotels 8
Wyndham San Diego Bayside

Typically $120-220 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates

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Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina

Typically $120-220 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates

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Allegro Towers San Diego
🚶 6 min walk

1455 Kettner Boulevard, San Diego, CA 92101

Typically $120-220 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates

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Urban Boutique Hotel San Diego
🚶 7 min walk

1654 Columbia Street, San Diego, CA 92101

Typically $120-220 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates

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Vantaggio Suites San Diego
🚶 9 min walk

1736 State Street, San Diego, CA 92101

Typically $120-220 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates

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Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Downtown/Bayside
🚶 7 min walk✈️ 1.2 mi from SAN

2137 Pacific Highway, San Diego, CA 92101

Typically $120-220 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates

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Treat yourself 2
Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego
📍 0.8 mi from the venue

1 Market Place, San Diego, CA 92101

Typically $350-700 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates

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Pendry San Diego
📍 1.1 mi from the venue

550 J Street, San Diego, CA 92101

Typically $350-700 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates

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Airport hotels 3
Sheraton San Diego Resort
📍 1.5 mi from the venue✈️ 0.7 mi from SAN

1380 Harbor Island Drive, San Diego, CA 92101

Typically $100-190 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates

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Motel 6 San Diego
🚶 11 min walk✈️ 1.1 mi from SAN

2353 Pacific Highway, San Diego, CA 92101

Typically $100-190 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates

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Western Inn & Suites San Diego
📍 2.3 mi from the venue✈️ 1.1 mi from SAN

3889 Arista Street, San Diego, CA 92110

Typically $100-190 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates

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More hotels nearby 2
Harborview Inn & Suites San Diego HarborLink coming soon
Porto Vista Hotel DowntownLink coming soon
Airbnb & private camping
Airbnb

San Diego's short-term rental market is large and citywide average nightly rates run roughly $255-$330+ depending on data source and property tier (AirDNA ~$331 ADR, others ~$255-388). A 15k/day two-day downtown event on a weekend can push demand above average near the venue, so book early.

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Accessibility & comfort

What the organizer or venue publishes about getting around, and what they do not.

Disability access

CRSSD has no standalone accessibility page, but the FAQ at crssdfest.com/info/ has a Health and Safety answer headed Is there disability / ADA access, which says CRSSD is ADA friendly and lists accessible routes. On terrain, the organizer describes the site, County of San Diego Waterfront Park at 1600 Pacific Coast Highway, as an urban oasis with water fountains, green grass and walking paths, so expect grass as well as paths; no gradient or surface detail beyond that.

Read the full notes

ADA attendees may use Express Entry with one companion. ADA wristbands are picked up at Guest Services, one companion wristband is permitted per ADA attendee, and wristbands must not be removed during the weekend; the site does not say whether the companion needs a paid ticket, so ask before buying.

Elevated ADA viewing areas are available at each stage, on a first come first served basis with no seat saving, and a companion may be asked to stand at the back if the area reaches capacity. On arrival, the organizer recommends ridesharing and says there will be designated Uber and Lyft drop off points; no accessible parking, blue badge parking or drop off to gate distance is published.

There is no re-entry. This is a single site urban festival with no shuttle and no camping. Nothing is published about accessible toilets. The event is 21 and over and valid ID is required.

Confirm your specific needs with the organizer's access team before you travel.

Checked 2026-09-03 · source

Pricing

2026 pricing
$176 to $367 per person plus fees
Price history and tiers
For the 2026 edition (Sept 26 and 27), single-day GA was $176.05 to $184.53 before the Showclix service fee ($214.99 to $225.00 all in), and a Saturday and Sunday pass was $366.73 before fees ($440.00 all in).
A guide only. Prices change, so confirm the current price on the official ticket page before you buy.

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Quick answers

When is CRSSD Festival (Fall) 2027?

Not announced yet. The last festival was September 26 to 27, 2026. The next one is expected in September.

How much are CRSSD Festival (Fall) tickets?

$176 to $367 per person were the 2026 edition's prices. 2027 tickets are not on sale yet; prices will be confirmed when they go on sale.

Where is CRSSD Festival (Fall) held?

Waterfront Park, San Diego, CA.