HomeMy WebLinkAboutItem 3.2 Preview of Splatter 2026 Agenda Item 3.2
STAFF REPORT
CITY COUNCIL
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DATE: September 1, 2026
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Councilmembers
FROM: Colleen Tribby, City Manager
SUBJECT:
Preview of Splatter 2026
Prepared by: Shelby Perry, Recreation Coordinator
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
The City Council will receive a presentation previewing Splatter 202 6, taking place at Emerald
Glen Park on September 12, 2026.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Receive the presentation.
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
Funding for Splatter is included as part of the City’s annual operating budget.
DESCRIPTION:
Dublin’s annual end-of-summer event returns on Saturday, September 12, 2026 from 12:00
noon to 8:30 pm at Emerald Glen Park, continuing its celebration of music, food, art, and
culture with an emphasis on multicultural performances and expressions. The following is an
overview of what attendees can expect to experience.
Entertainment
Splatter will host live performances across three stages, complemented by dynam ic roaming
acts dispersed throughout the event site. The Amphitheater Stage hosts an assorted lineup of
multicultural presentations, while the Side Yard Stage will showcase the community’s artistic
talents in music and dance. Notable acts include Bollywood-inspired dance performances as
well as Kung Fu demonstrations.
During the daytime, the Main Stage will feature Tyler Gene Band (country music) and Woodie
and the Longboards (a Beatles and Beach Boys tribute). As the festival transitions into the
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evening, Good Time Collective will take over, and attendees can expect an enhanced concert
experience with an expanded stage, LED video screens, and increased lighting production.
The celebration will conclude with a grand finale that includes professional dancers and special
stage effects.
Food, Beverage, and Shopping
Attendees will be able to sample various dishes and shop from an assortment of goods from
diverse regions across the globe. In addition, the Rotary Club of Dublin will curate a selection
of local craft beers and wines sourced from the Livermore Valley.
The Prisma Lounge – VIP Experience
From 5:00 to 8:30 pm, the Prisma Lounge will provide attendees with the ultimate VIP
experience. This velvet-roped outdoor lounge will feature interactive food stations, elevated
wine and beer tastings, unique roaming entertainment, picturesque moments, and a front-row
seat to the main stage entertainment. Tickets are $75 when purchased in advance through the
City’s website and $95 at the event.
The Arts
Splatter will continue its tradition of celebrating the arts by offering an array of free art activities
suitable for all attendees, including interactive art pieces. Also, in collaboration with the Dublin
Arts Collective, an art exhibition titled “The High Life” will return to The Wave. This exhibition
will feature an assemblage of fine artworks created by talented artists from local high schools.
Special Event App
The City’s special events application, “DublinCaEvent”, will continue to be utilized for the 2026
Splatter Festival and has been refreshed with updated features and content to enhance the
attendee experience. Available for download on both Apple and Android devices , the app
serves as a centralized source for event information, including festival maps, sponsor and
vendor directories, parking and transportation details, schedules , and entertainment lineups. In
addition to improving communication and providing real-time access to event information, the
app supports the City’s sustainability efforts by reducing the need for printed materials and
paper programs.
New Feature: Color Dash
The festival will kick off with the Color Dash, a non-competitive, family-friendly fun run starting
at 9:00 am. Participants of all ages and fitness levels will walk, jog, or run a 1.2-mile course
consisting of two laps through Emerald Glen Park. Along the route, participants will pass
through five color stations featuring vibrant bursts of color, music , and interactive elements.
Each registered participant will receive a commemorative Color Dash T-shirt. The experience
will conclude with a festive finish-line celebration and photo opportunities. Registration is $25
per participant and is available on the City’s website.
STRATEGIC PLAN INITIATIVE:
None.
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NOTICING REQUIREMENTS/PUBLIC OUTREACH:
The City Council Agenda was posted.
ATTACHMENTS:
None.
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Splatter 2026 Preview
City Council Meeting –Item 3.2
September 1, 2026
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Event Details
•Saturday, September 12, 2026 –Emerald Glen Park
•Color Dash –9:00 a.m. & 9:30 a.m. Start Times
•Festival –12:00 p.m. –8:30 p.m.
•Daytime –Family-Friendly Events & Entertainment
•Late Afternoon/Evening –Prisma Lounge VIP
Experience, Headlining Entertainers & Grand Finale
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Splatter 2026
•Three Stages of Entertainment
•Main Stage
•Headliners & Grand Finale
•Amphitheater Stage
•Multicultural Performances
•Side Yard Stage
•Local Musicians & Performers
•Prisma Lounge VIP Experience
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Splatter Continued
•Over 25 Unique Food Vendors
•Arts & Crafts World Market
•Carnival & Activities
•Interactive Arts & Crafts
•“High Life” –Student Art Gallery, presented by the
Dublin Arts Collective
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Prisma Lounge VIP Experience
•5:00 p.m. –8:30 p.m.
•Interactive Food Stations
•Private Dance Floor
•Wine & Beer Tastings
•Roaming Entertainment
•Photo Booth Area
•Front Row Experience for Main Stage
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Headlining Entertainment
Night Train Good Time Collective
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Thanks a Splatter!
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