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Abbot Kinney Fest is set for this Sun. Sept. 24th! Don’t miss out on the fun!

After a four-year hiatus, the Abbot Kinney Festival is back and better than ever! Come join us for an incredible day filled with live music,  delicious food, one-of-a-kind art, and a vibrant atmosphere!  Don’t miss out on the fun!  See you there!

One of Los Angeles’ largest one-day events with over 150,000 attendees!

Experience the vibrant energy along 3/4 mile of Abbot Kinney Boulevard, where brands connect with their audience and guests indulge in food, art, music and community while strolling this iconic street in Venice Beach!

JOIN THE FESTIVITIES!

With immersive activations, artisanal vendors, a variety of delicious food, live musical performances, one-of-a-kind art, entertaining beer gardens, kids rides and more, AKF will offer guests an enchanting view of the Venice Beach Lifestyle and the culture it embodies.

Interested in being an event sponsor or exhibitor?

Time is running out to be a part of the Abbot Kinney Festival 2023 magic! Don’t miss your chance to showcase your brand to 150,000+ visitors in a day filled with art, craft, music, and live entertainment. Secure your spot now before it’s too late!

For all Abbot Kinney Blvd. info, go to  abbotkinneyfest.com

 

VIEW PAST PHOTOS BY VENICE PAPARAZZI

 

Check out the super rad video below from 2007.  And in addition, we have photo galleries from 2007-2019 for you to view below.   Maybe you will see yourself!

 

Fun VP Fact:  Venice Paparazzi’s co-founder Edizen received the Spirit of Venice Award at the 2015 Abbot Kinney Festival.

About the Spirit of Venice Award:  Since 1989, the Abbot Kinney Festival Association has recognized exemplary stakeholders nominated by the community for their contributions to the spirit, creativity and uniqueness of Venice. The first Spirit of Venice Award was presented at the 6th Annual Abbot Kinney Festival in 1989 to descendants of Abbot Kinney, the Founder of Venice, California. Also that year, West Washington Boulevard was renamed to Abbot Kinney Boulevard in his honor.

 

 

Click here to view 12 years of Abbot Kinney Festival photos by Venice Paparazzi.

Need photographers or a photo booth for your event?  Hire Venice Paparazzi

For more Abbot Kinney Festival info: visit AbbotKinneyFestival.org

For all Abbot Kinney Blvd. info, go to abbotkinneyfest.com

 

 

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Owned and operated by Alex and Edizen Stowell, Venice Paparazzi started as a photo booth on the Venice boardwalk in 2003 and has grown into Venice's #1 site for events, information and community. As well, we have an event photography/ photo booth division that travels the nation. Having an event and need photographers or a fun photo booth? Hire Venice Paparazzi!

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