Activating Communities Through Culture, Wellness, and Public Space
We design and deliver large-scale cultural and wellness experiences that bring communities together and transform public spaces into vibrant destinations.
200,000+ Annual Attendees
50+ Events Produced
10+ Cities Partnered
City of Los Angeles Official Vendor (Contract through 2028)
More Than Events — We Activate Communities
We don’t just produce events.
We create platforms that connect communities, promote wellness, and bring public spaces to life.
How We Create Impact:
Community Connection
We create meaningful spaces where families, cultures, and generations come together — fostering belonging, cultural understanding, and shared identity.
Wellness Integration
We integrate mental health and wellness into public events, making support accessible, visible, and community-driven.
Public Space Activation
We transform underutilized public spaces into vibrant community hubs, increasing foot traffic, engagement, and long-term value for cities.
Riverside Lunar Festival — A City-Scale Cultural Destination
Location: Downtown Riverside
Attendance: 80,000 – 100,000 (2 days)
The Opportunity
The City of Riverside sought to activate its downtown core through a large-scale cultural event that would drive foot traffic, support local businesses, and celebrate community diversity.
Our Approach
Full street closure planning on Mission Inn Ave
Vendor curation (100+ vendors)
Cultural stage programming + opening ceremony
Coordination with city departments (police, permits, safety)
Results
100,000 attendees over 2 days
Significant boost to local businesses and downtown activity
Strong ongoing partnership with the city
Community Impact
Activated downtown as a vibrant shared community space
Brought together diverse cultural communities
Strengthened local identity and engagement
Rancho Cucamonga Lunar Festival — Family-Centered Community Experience
Attendance: 20,000 – 30,000
The Opportunity
Create a family-friendly cultural event that engages local residents and builds a recurring community tradition.
Our Approach
Cultural programming and performances
Youth engagement zones and family activities
Health & wellness pavilion integration
Close collaboration with city departments
Results
20,000+ attendees
High family participation and repeat attendance
Expanded city collaboration year over year
Community Impact
Strengthened family and intergenerational connections
Created a welcoming, inclusive cultural environment
Eastvale Lantern Festival — Youth & Community Engagement Platform
Attendance: 20,000+
The Opportunity
Develop a culturally engaging nighttime event that connects schools, families, and local communities.
Our Approach
Lantern-themed cultural experience
Volunteer-driven programming
School and youth organization involvement
Evening-focused atmosphere
Results
Strong youth participation
High community engagement
Continued annual growth
Community Impact
Connected schools and families through culture
Built a strong sense of community identity
Chino Lunar Festival — Launching a New City Tradition
Location: Chino City Hall
The Opportunity
Introduce a first-year cultural event that establishes a long-term city tradition.
Our Approach
Rapid event launch with city coordination
Community-focused layout and programming
Vendor and cultural integration
Results
Successful first-year activation
Strong foundation for future growth
Community Impact
Activated civic space as a community gathering hub
Increased public engagement in city programming
Metro Sunset Series — Transit Space Activation Through Wellness & Community
Location: Fairfax Station Plaza, Los Angeles
Format: Pilot public space activation series
Dates: June 27 & July 25
Program Type: Wellness, culture, and community engagement
The Opportunity
As Los Angeles expands its transit infrastructure ahead of the 2028 Olympic Games, new station environments present an opportunity to serve not only as points of transit, but as welcoming public spaces for community connection.
Our Approach
Designed a low-barrier public activation model for a transit-adjacent space
Integrated wellness programming including yoga, sound bath, and community-focused experiences
Created a flexible event format that supports both pass-through traffic and intentional participation
Developed branding, promotional materials, and on-site placemaking elements tailored to a public agency setting
Coordinated with Metro partners to align programming with site conditions, visibility needs, and community engagement goals
Results
Launched a pilot series centered on positive use of public space
Established a replicable activation model for transit-adjacent environments
Expanded California Culture Festival’s portfolio into wellness-based civic programming
Strengthened collaboration between cultural programming and public agency objectives
Community Impact
Encourages positive, welcoming use of new public infrastructure
Brings wellness and community programming into everyday transit environments
Creates opportunities for residents, commuters, and neighbors to pause, participate, and connect
Demonstrates how public spaces can be activated through accessible, community-centered experiences
Mid-Autumn Festival @ Mt. SAC — Large-Scale Cultural Gathering
Attendance: 20,000+
Our Approach
Multi-day campus event
Cultural storytelling and lantern installations
Family-focused programming
Community Impact
Celebrated cultural heritage at scale
Engaged diverse regional audiences
Carb Curious Festival — Culture + Wellness Concept Event
Location: Silver Lake
The Opportunity
Create a new type of event combining food culture and mental wellness.
Our Approach
Wellness-driven programming
Youth and urban audience targeting
Creative brand activation opportunities
Results
Strong engagement from younger audiences
High sponsor activation potential
Community Impact
Opened conversations around food and mental health
Created a new model for wellness-based events
Brand & Sponsor Partnerships
We provide high-impact, community-driven brand activation opportunities within our events.
What We Deliver
Premium booth placements
Stage recognition and logo visibility
Custom installations (selfie walls, vehicle displays)
Digital marketing exposure
Results
Thousands of direct interactions
Strong community-based brand engagement
High visibility across large-scale events
Why Cities & Partners Choose Us
Proven experience delivering large-scale public events
Strong relationships with city departments
Expertise in managing logistics, safety, and permits
Cultural programming with community impact
Flexible partnership models for cities and sponsors
Our Impact
200,000+ Annual Attendees
50+ Events Produced
10+ Cities Partnered
500+ Vendors Supported
Let’s Build Something Impactful Together
Whether you're a city, public agency, or brand, we can help you design and deliver meaningful community experiences.
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