The 2026 Windup Watch Fair San Francisco is just days away, and we’re fairly certain there’s never been a Windup with as much going on as this one. Alongside everything you’d expect—like amazing lead sponsors including Bremont, Brew, Christopher Ward, Frederique Constant, and Oris—this fair also features 80+ brands from around the world and a slew of extracurricular activities across all three days. Here’s a quick guide to everything happening in and around the big weekend in The Bay Area, starting with a reminder of the where and when.
Windup Watch Fair San Francisco
Friday, May 1 – Sunday, May 3, 2026
Gateway Pavilion
at Fort Mason Center for Arts & Culture
San Francisco, CA
Free and open to everyone
No registration necessary
EDC Expo, Giveaways, and More
We’re excited for the return of the EDC Expo, presented by GiantMouse. Longtime supporters of Windup, the team at GiantMouse is elevating the gear and accessories section in a meaningful way with their ACE Riv in titanium, brass, green canvas Micarta
, and more. Nearly a dozen everyday carry and accessory brands will greet you at the front of Gateway Pavilion.
For the first time, you’ll also find Kindred Motorworks on-site, showcasing their meticulously restored EV Broncos—and yes, you can sign up to test-drive one through some of San Francisco’s most iconic streets. Our friends at Fitwell will be joined by their mustachioed mate Andy from Andy’s Watches on Instagram and TikTok at their EDC Expo booth.
There will be multiple giveaways at this year’s Windup. The Windup Watch Shop is hosting two gift packages: a fully kitted-out Everyday Carry Bundle (retail value $584) and a complete set of two Timex x Worn & Wound Field Watches With a Twist (retail value $598). Bremont is also giving away an incredible Supermarine 300m in British Vintage Green on a Chevron rubber strap (retail value $3,550).
