Anniversary Festival
Celebrating 43 Years
Dates: Saturday, February 15 - Sunday, February 16
Location
599 Railroad Ave, South San Francisco, CA
Join Us
Pilota Games, Film, Music and Dancing - Free Entry
Meals:
*Adults - $45 I Under 12 - $20
*Limited walk-in tickets at $50
RSVP
Reservation and payment required by February 9, 2025
Payment Options:
Pay Online (+fees) - Click Here
or Mail a check to:
Basque Cultural Center
PO BOX 1281
San Bruno, CA 94066
(Checks must postmarked by February 6)
For reservation changes, or cancellations email rsvp@sfbasqueculturalcenter.org.
Schedule of Events
SATURDAY I 1 PM - 2 AM
1 PM
BASQUE FILM
“BIZKARSORO”: SPONSORED BY BEO
3 PM
PILOTA GAMES
6 PM
APERITIFA
7 PM
BBQ STEAK DINNER
9 PM
DANTZALDIA
FEATURING: KONTRABANDA
SUNDAY I 10 AM - 8 PM
10 AM
MEZA & PERFORMANCES
12 PM
APERITIFA
1 PM
BBQ LAMB LUNCH
4 PM
PILOTA GAMES
7 PM
MOXKOR SALDA
AFTER PARTY GARLIC SOUP
Our Weekend Features
Esku Pilota
Featuring men & women players from: Iparraldeko Joko Garbi, Euskadiko Euskal Pilota Federakuntza and Munduko Pilota Batzarra
Esku Pilota is the traditional Basque handball game where players strike the ball with nothing but their bare hands. Join us as talented Pilota players from the Basque Country and our local community showcase their skill and passion in thrilling matches, taking place on both Saturday and Sunday afternoons, including:
Iparraldeko Joko Garbi players: Eneko Sarratea, Pantxo Lissar, Eric Migueltorena, Bruno Irachabal, Ximun Etcheverry and Thomas Galharrague
Euskadiko Euskal Pilota Federakuntza and Munduko Pilota Batzarra players: Leire Galdos, Amaia Irazustabarrena, Irati Ruiz de Azua, Laura Saez, Aitor Mendizabal, Manex Balerdi, Xabier Rekalde, Beñat Garmendia and Lur Ziarrusta (Coach).
Music: Band
Kontrabanda Taldea
Direct from the Basque Country, Kontrabanda will bring their electrifying energy to Dantzaldia all weekend long! These incredible musicians will set us up with the perfect vibe for an unforgettable festival.
Film - "Bizkarsoro”
Basque Educational Organization
About "Bizkarsoro": In a non-existent town, five true stories based on oral testimonials and texts by writers take place between 1914 and 1982. Through them, we see the social changes experienced throughout the 20th century by a small town in the Northern Basque Country, the deep-rootedness and approximation of a language, and the struggle for survival.”
2023, directed by Josu Martinez, 82 minutes, in Euskara, French, German with English subtitles (to see the trailer and for more information click here)
Sponsored by the Basque Educational Organization.
Folkloric Performances
Zazpiak Bat Dancers & Klika, Gazteak Dancers, and Elgarrekin Choir
Join us as our talented local Basque dance groups, Klika (marching band), and amazing Elgarrekin Choir take the stage during and after Meza on Sunday! Get ready to feel the heartbeat of the Basque culture in every performance.
Award Ceremony
Honoring: Jean Pierre Elissetche, Ricardo San Mames, Nicole Sorhondo, and Jose Santana
Join us for a special awards ceremony celebrating four outstanding community members who have each made significant contributions over the years and left a lasting, positive impact on the Basque Cultural Center.
Sonesta ES Suites - San Francisco Airport San Bruno
1350 Huntington Avenue, San Bruno, CA 94066
Phone: (650) 588-0770
Click for Sonesta ES hotel website
2025 Rates
1-Bedroom Suite - $169 + taxes (includes breakfast)
2-Bedroom Suite - $199 + taxes (includes breakfast)
2-Bedroom Trio Suite - $229 + taxes (includes breakfast)
Rates subject to 15% hotel tax . Daily parking fee per vehicle of $10 a day.
For reservations call (650) 588-0770 and ask for the Basque Cultural Center special rate. Rooms are limited.
Guest Facilities
24-Hour on-site convenience store
Outdoor heated pool and Whirlpool
Fitness Room and Outdoor Sports Court
Guest laundry room (Extra Charge)
Business Center
BBQ Pavilion (2 gas grills and outdoor seating area)
Services and Amenities
Daily Self-Serve Breakfast Buffet
Shuttle Service to and from SFO Airport (with advance notice to the front desk)
WiFi and local calls
Want to attend virtually?
The Sunday Meza will be livestreamed for those who can’t make it in person.
Click the link below to watch live on Sunday, February 16 at 10:00 AM.
