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    Fresh tacos from the grill
    Gina G.

    My heart is still full from an all-around amazing recent experience at the Alameda County Fair. Noting the fair ends on July 6, we had an open Saturday before summer weekends begin to fill to enjoy something new and different in our own East Bay backyard. So grateful we did! There's a little something for everyone at the Fair. The weather wasn't too hot over the weekend, but we did prep and pack a few items suggested: a cooling towel, stroller fan, comfy walking shoes, hat, sunscreen, chapstick, light jackets for evening, kiddo snacks, hand sanitizer/wipes, etc. Really preparing for a day out in the sun and a cool evening with a breeze. To note in prepping, the Fair is cashless and you can grab your tickets/parking pass ahead of time online and save to your digital wallet for easy entry/barcode scanning. There is also lotsa content/programming/entertainment if you may not be a ride or game enthusiast. This go-around we didn't do any Fair rides, but we did grab some tickets to play a few Fair games and came back with a few fun photos, memories, and stuffed animals for the kiddo. For those with kiddos, there's a cool new barn area where you can see newly-hatched chicks and other farm animals like a cow, horse, pig, goat, etc. Next to this open "barn" there's a small petting zoo you pay a couple bucks for feed (they accept cash for this) and it's free to enter and pet the animals/take photos. There's also small pony riding (probably for a fee), pig racing, and also an indoor critter area with reptiles, bunny rabbits, and more. There's a new margarita tent that's super fun with yummy and fresh-off-the-grill tacos, music, and a vibrant atmosphere. There's a few stages throughout the fairground with live music and entertainment (we watched a country group and were apart of a comedy show), and several bars throughout the fairground as well. Food-wise, the Fair has so many fun (and large) options. A few things our group ordered: tacos, a gyro, cheesesteak, huge baked potato with customizable toppings, corn dog, a curly fry brick, sausage on a bun, deep fried Oreos, and froyo. Check the entertainment schedule if that's up your alley for evening. We grabbed seats on the grass area outside of the stage (they have TVs set up for those that don't buy concert tickets) to enjoy the music. We jammed out to a Taylor Swift Cover Band. There's also evening drone shows I believe, hot air balloon moments, and more. The website should give ya all the info you're looking for. Hope you're able to enjoy the fun for all that a Fair is and hopes to accomplish! We sure did :)

    drone show
    Cynthia W.

    I love coming here every year. Sometimes more than once a year. We went on weds and saw too short concert as well. Carnival rides for onlt $1 till 5pm is a good deal! Only thing is, the lowest amount to buy was a $20 wrist band (17 tickets + $3 processing fee). I wish there was a $10 one. Could not ride 17 rides. I was getting dizzy and tired of the rides after 10. But it worked out, because then we were able to do the ferris wheel one more time at night for night time views. There is so much to do at the fair. I like looking around the different booths and seeing the random crafts people sell. The petting zoo is always a good time as well. Feeding and taking pics with the animals. They changed the set up on displaying the cows, sheeps, and pigs. It looks a lot nicer and cleaner with safeway brand sponsoring. I enjoy watching the random shows throughout the day. We saw acrobats with juggling, the alaskan pig racing, and a canine trick show. The food is always a good one. I like the pastrami fires. The corn dog was a miss this year. Too dry and too much breading vs hotdog. My all time favorite is the funnel cake. A must have whenever you go to the fair. Too Short performed really well! Not sure if it was appropriate for a family fair, but we definitely enjoyed it. He was funny and entertaining between songs as well. Nightly drone show at 9:30pm is always nice to watch too!

    Sue S.

    IMHO Okay, it's been 7 years since my last review! We're seniors and want to save money on admission every year. This year, we earned free admission by donating food to the local Food Bank, only on this one particular Wednesday. Check the Fair schedules for other ways to get in for free. (We donated 8 boxes of Kraft Mac & Cheese, and we got two admission tickets. Good deal. Parking is $15 and you must pay by credit, no cash accepted, unless you purchase your parking tickets in advance. We love fair food and decide to check ALL the food choices first by taking pictures of their menus and prices before we made our purchases. This year my hubby opted for a gyro sandwich w/fries topped with feta cheese, for $21 plus tax for a total of $23.15. I opted for a Monster Burger (two patties topped with American cheese and my choice of toppings) for $16 plus tax. We brought our own refillable plastic water bottles to save on beverage purchases. (There are two water refilling stations within Exhibition Hall A, near the bathrooms. Take advantage!!!) Our food was delicious and filling! We ate under shaded trees on aluminum picnic tables. It was still early in the afternoon, so it was comfortable. (By the time we left the fairgrounds 3 hours later, it was in the early 90's...) Strolling through the exhibition shopping halls is always a lot of fun for us. We honestly didn't expect to buy anything, we just like to check things out and talk to the nice vendors. We ended up making a big purchase (I'll let you guess) plus buying a few early Christmas gifts. Before we leave the fair, I always buy a cool and refreshing root beer float, which this year cost me $11 plus tax. We'll be back next year!

    Not $1 carnival rides but $1.20 per ticket. Each ride is at least 4 tickets... false advertising
    Kat C.

    First and last time coming to this fair. False advertising and no response when I reached out to them. They were promoting $5.50 tickets on a Wednesday along with $1 carnival rides. It ended up being $1.18 per ticket and each ride needs at least 4 tickets ($4-$5+ per ride). The math ain't mathing. On top of that, parking is $15-$25 if you want preferred parking, and the food/drinks (as expected) is expensive. I got a $7 lemonade and it was nasty... could have at least given me a fanta?! Sure, these attractions are expensive by nature, but I felt scammed coming here. It was also hella crowded for a midweek and hot af. Only thing I did appreciate is how long the rides are. They do at least 4 rounds, which was fun for my daughter. But was it worth the effort to bring my family of 4 and money? Hell to the no.

    J &L
    Jamie Y.

    2025 Two corn dog stands this year. Both all beef. Of the two I tried, I like TJ's the best. The breading was the right amount of crisp and sweetness in the batter. On a second visit the TJ was fried a bit too long and wasn't as satisfying. R&W uses Miller dogs and Wrights batter. For my taste I wished it was a bit more crisp. I

    Ramona H.

    I have not visited the Fair in about 8 years. I went yesterday right when it opened. It was very hot but there were areas of shade and the fire dept had a tent set up with misters. Everyone was helpful and the exhibit buildings Were air conditioned with friendly knowledgeable volunteers present. Camel rides, goats, rabbits, snacks, music, tram ride and of course carnival food. The wine tasting tent was nice and cool With a good selection of local wines. Went with a friend walked around for a few hours did 2 miles plus and had a fun time. The later it got the more crowded it was so not a fan of crowds we left. It was a pleasurable experience. I learned from a friend it's easy to volunteer so next year I might give it a go.

    Buffett meal in the club
    Rebekah T.

    We had a work team event at the Alameda County Fairgrounds for Horse Racing. It was a Friday event, so the place was not as busy as it probably is on event dates and weekends. The property was HUGE, I got lost for awhile trying to find my way in. There are massive buildings everywhere, huge parking lots, a golf course and an RV park on 267 acres in Pleasanton, CA. Once I found the parking lot, there was a trek to make it to the Race Track. Be prepared to do a lot of walking around this facility. The company booked the Sky Lounge which included a really nice buffet lunch, my company also provided us with $50 in game money and an open bar. Unsure how much the tickets were, but the food was good and we had a great time. I don't gamble, but have tried before and picked it up pretty quickly. I lost and won, overall walked away with some of the money I was given. The fun was in competing with my coworkers and seeing who bet on which horse and how they placed their bets. It was a good time and would like to come back for one of the bigger festivals, fairs or events.

    Such a sweetie!
    Rick P.

    We had just found out the fair opened 6/13, we hadn't been in years, so we went. Cost $15 for parking, $19 for a ticket, 16 for seniors, but I didn't see that until after I paid. 3 bucks, coulda bought a cup of ice. It's pretty much the same as it ever was. I would have liked to see more animals but we got our fix. There were a lot of birds including some really interesting pigeons. We happened upon a pig race. That was fun. Pretty fun night. I recommend. Great time.

    Game
    Dianna W.

    This is the Alameda county fair that was hosted once a year from June to July 5 weekend . It is located in the city of Pleasanton. The rides have the adult sections and a large kids section. You see a lot of family with young kids and strollers . It has animal sections ( farm animals like pigs and sheep's ) and a smaller animals sections like rabbits , snakes , it has a arts section with award winning pieces on display , photographs and hand craft arts on display . It also has a huge gardening section with plants for sale . We have been coming to this county fair one a year for over 10 years ! We really enjoy the fair . It is clean and organized, line not too crazy , safe , lots of things to do and play . Besides music bands, it has dog shows, pig race and other activities. It absolutely work th the ticket price . If you purchase the tickets early ( entrance tickets, unlimited rides tickets and parking ticket ) , you can get a discount price of each kind . Once day in the week is low admission fee entrance , which is beneficial to family with a lot of kids , or senior citizen . Love the counter fair more than the State fair in Sacramento, cause the weather in Pleasanton is cool and dry. One friend says it is a " large " country fair " . I cannot agree more with that!

    Waiting for Johnny Gil Concert
    Nichelle B.

    Another amazing day at the Alameda County Fair yesterday, July 3, 2025. The weather was perfect cool and sunny with a slight chill in the evening. Our day started with the $3 bites that's offered on Thursdays from 1-5. We sampled deep fried Oreos, and a small basket of fries. Next up the foodie choice award winner cheeseburger egg rolls were a hit and ohh so good, sauce wasn't, my friend said it was thousand island dressing, either way the egg rolls are a must. Then the deep fried treats: 1st Reece's Cup was the best, 2nd then the snickers on a stick, and lastly the Oreo came in 3rd. We indulged in a margarita and a bacon wrapped dog that wasn't good. We realized that Farmhouse near the yellow gate across from the kids carnival has an assortment of food and same price as the items at the food concession, plus a seated area(restaurant style). The winery of the day has free tasting in the wine garden but Rios Lovell was late but their amazing sparkling made up for their tardiness. The drone and firework show was amazing as this was the only day for the fireworks. The drone show is every night after the concert expect for July 4th We rode all day on the sky ride that was $7 for unlimited rides. *JULY 4TH 2025 HOURS 10am - 8pm Admission gates closes at 4pm Parking closes at 3pm Children 17 and under must be accompanied by an adult age 21 and over JULY 4TH CARNIVAL HOURS 10am - 8pmt

    Curly Fries with Birria
    Ulyvie C.

    We come to the fair every year and we tried the giant mozarella stick and the curly fries with birria! I believe these were new items and we were excited to try them! There's nothing like fair food! We also wanted to try the Hot Cheetos pretzel and the Mac n Cheese balls but they were sold out :(

    7/3/25 Birria Curly Fries, I'm good off that. - @beebslikes
    Beebs C.

    7/3/25 Going to the Alameda County Fair is a tradition for our family and it's always a good time! And you already know the highlight is the food! This year we got: Bucket of Cookies Giant Mozzarella Stick Birria Curly Fries The Bucket of Cookies were delicious! Hot & fresh out of the oven and such a great shareable snack! The Giant Mozzarella Stick was yummy too! Great coating on the outside with the melty mozz on the inside! The Birria Curly Fries were alright. Til next year! I like the Alameda County Fair. - @beebslikes

    Safeway Barn: baby calf 6/28/25
    Luan T.

    I always love coming to the Alameda County fair. Ther s for rides well worth it if you are going to ride a lot of the rides. They went to the rides and I went to the shopping area. I did do a little stop and listen to Jimmy Ashley and a few people got up and danced. I also went to see the rodeo. There is all kinds of different foods to try. I did have my traditional corn dog. I did try the cheeseburger this time but it was ok. I bought some cotton candy. The next thing we watched was the drone show. It was great. I cant wait to go back next year.

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    Ask the Community - Alameda County Fair

    Can you bring in outside food?

    They let us bring in our sodas/waters from the outside. For food I don't think they will unless it's for babies or little kids (like ziplocs of Cheerios?) I hope this helps!

    Are they accepting cash?

    They might be accepting cash at the gate, but a couple of the vendors (games/rides/food) told me this is a cashless event. There's a couple of machines on site that do "Cash to Card" if you don't want to use your own credit card for purchases.

    When does the fair open in 2019?

    June 14, 2019

    Do they allow insulated water bottles like HydroFlasks or do they only allow unopened plastic water bottles?

    Had no problems either day we went with bringing in our HydroFlasks full of ice water.

    Do the food venders take card or is it cash only?

    Be prepared with cash.

    Has anyone gone on 4th of July? Wondering how busy it gets?

    It's busy at night, not too bad during the day.

    Anyone know the petting zoo hours?

    Until 8:00 pm. Sometimes they will go later.

    Are there in and out privileges for the fair and the parking lot where you can leave and return later on in the day?

    Yes, you have to get your hand stamped when you leave for re-entry.

    Where do I get the $1 admission tix from and the $1 ride?

    There are ticket kiosks on the grounds, near the rides. $5 for 5 tix, $23 for 25 tix and then another higher level of tix after that. There is also the one-time purchase of a wristband that you can show at any ride, without getting tickets. I'm… Read more

    Best spot to see fireworks?

    At home watching your television-

    I know this isn't likely but by any chance to motorcycles get parking for a cheaper price?

    Yes! I believe motorcycle parking is only $6.

    Someone said that there's a Flea Market there. If there is, where does one apply to sell things and what kind of setup do they have? How much to vend there?

    There isn't a flea market, but rather a "Artisan Alley". You can find more information here: http://annual.alamedacountyfair.com/join/commercial-vendors Here's more info!… Read more

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    those are typical prices for fair food by the way, but I don't mind cuz I'm paying for the experience not just the food.

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    Are you kidding me?! How is this the first time that I'm hearing about this event?! This event was…read morefabulous! It's basically an all you can sip wine buffet! An absolute dream for all of you winos out there. I came across this event on the Alameda County Fair website. I had planned to attend the fair, but couldn't figure out which date that I wanted to go. But once I saw this event, I knew that I just had to go and check it out because it just sounded too good to be true! I paid $45 for the event which included admission into the fair. Parking was not included, and I prepaid for parking online which costed $10. This event was actually held on the field right in the middle of the horse races! I was given a wrist band that included in and out privileges, but I ended up staying there the whole time since I got there about an hour and a half after it started. The event was held between 2 and 5 pm, but I rolled in "fashionably late" (ahem!) at 3:30pm. I actually feel like this was a great time to go because the lines weren't excessively long, and I might have passed out from all of the wine if I would have kept drinking. There were over 40 different wineries pouring their most popular and award winning wines! There were many local wineries as well as a few that I had recently visited while wine tasting in Mendocino county! Way too many to name, but there was so much variety! The pourers were mostly volunteers, so many of them didn't know too much about the wineries and the background of the wines. However, this event wasn't meant to be intimate as there were so many different wineries that were showcasing their wines. There were many shaded tables and chairs around where people could sit. They also had a big wager tent where people could sip while betting on the horse races! I did not participate in the betting this time around, but I would like to do it next year for sure. I must have tried over 50 different wines that day! A word of advice to anyone who is thinking about coming out: drink lots of water and pace yourself! I believe that they had a water stand available in the wagering tent, but I just brought my own. Unfortunately, I didn't follow my own advice and didn't pace myself. I'll let you figure out how the night ended... In any event, the Sip, Savor, & Wager was really fun! I met lots of people, mingled around, and tried many different wines that I had never tried before. There were also a few food trucks around for those who didn't get a chance to eat. This was the first time that this event was held in conjunction with the Alameda County Fair and I think it was an excellent turn out! Being able to get a closeup view of the horse races was icing on the cake. I definitely plan to attend the event next year if they decide to have it again!

    Fun event. Gets really hot. First year they ran out of water! Next year they addressed it. It gets…read morereally busy later in the event so get there early. Biggest problem is they don't serve the wines (especially reds) at appropriate temperatures. Reds shouldn't be served at room temp when its 93 degrees out! Otherwise it's a decent time.

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    Taking place at the Alameda County Fairgrounds, this event is actually like the Alameda County…read moreFair, but everything Scottish... meaning attire, food, music, entertainment, animals (sheep dogs and birds of prey), and merchandise vendors selling various items, from swords to drinking horns, and of course kilts and accessories too (picked up a cute frog instrument from The Fiddle Guy, while testing out the sounds of several of his string instruments for sale). The athletic events are different (a lot of throwing heavy objects), but still amusing to watch. The pipe band competitions were awesome. Not just talented musicians on the bagpipes in these marching bands, but a variety of pipes and drums. There were also a couple different stages with live music performances, various bands playing unique instruments, even a celtic didgeridoo. It was a lot of fun. For food and drinks, we had some meat pies (lamb rosemary and beef mushroom), a funnel cake with strawberry and chocolate, and alcoholic beverages (michelada and margarita), picnicking in the grass while enjoying the music and entertainment. Some of the lines were quite long in the early afternoon, but at least food vendors were spread out, not all in one place. Later in the afternoon, we did some whiskey tasting, choosing from a nice variety, my fave being a Milam and Greene bourbon. They also sold cigars and chocolate in this building, and we took home the Whiskey and Barrel Nite shot glasses as souvenirs. Our day ended with more live music, all of the bands performing altogether in the Grandstand, it was quite impressive. I'm glad I was able to check out this event, and would definitely return in future years.

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    5.0(3 reviews)
    0.8 mi

    Went to this Hula Festival for the first time this year since my mom was performing! What a…read morewonderful way for those of us living on the Mainland to stay connected to our Hawaiian culture. This was their 40th year for the competition! In the performance building they had a nice size stage and sound set up for all the performers and musicians. I really enjoyed the Hawaiian music and dancers. There was an Arts and Crafts building where you could purchase Hawaiian kine things--flower hair pieces, Hawaiian jewelry, clothing, butter Mochi and much more! Outside they had the Hawaiian food vendors with ono Hawaiian food. If you like get one weekend full of Hawaiian dancing, singing, food, and clothes/accessories, check out this festival near the Tri-Valley!

    For 27 years the Kumu Hula Association of Northern California has been bringing the Bay Area one of…read morethe premiere hula competitions in California. It is because of them that every year we are treated to great hula performances from some of the best halaus in California, Hawaii, and Japan. Covering solo and group competition in kahiko and auana, this weekend long competition has something for everyone that loves not only hula but the Polynesian culture in general. You can enjoy chicken long rice, saimin, musubi, and plate lunches provided by local halaus or browse through the art and craft booths. I just come for the hula hips and hapa chicks...

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    Ia Oe E Ka La Hula - Held at the Alameda Fairgrounds

    Held at the Alameda Fairgrounds

    Ia Oe E Ka La Hula - Kupuna Hula group from Maui!

    Kupuna Hula group from Maui!

    Ia Oe E Ka La Hula

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    First Wednesday

    First Wednesday

    3.5(8 reviews)
    1.2 mi

    Every time I try to go to an event in downtown Pleasanton I am reminded that I would never want to…read morelive there. Parking is a nightmare and the city blocks off many access streets. Cars, people, and dogs everywhere! I am not really sure what all the booths have to offer as I couldn't get near one as there are too many people with tiny dogs on long leashes that will take you down very quickly. But they are extremely cute little dogs. Add to that all of the gifts left by the 'Doggies' during the parade that there is an unmistakable odor wafting through the air that will take your appetite away. The best part is the Doggie Parade and the Beer Garden. For $5 bucks you can get either a full beer glass or a full glass of wine. Not just samples. There is a live band as well that is nice to listen to while you check out all the bad hair, fake tans, and general 'situations' running around. When they closed Aura did everyone just start coming here instead? The problem is that instead of spreading out into the roped off area everyone crowds up by the booths spilling their vino all over you and your feet. C'mon people there will still be wine left for you even if you do go more than ten feet away. As we were leaving there was a huge crush of people hanging out by the entrance to the beer garden. Not people trying to get in but those under 21 trying to get a contact high from the beer and wine fumes. I think I will go to the next one and dress up my pups in their finery and join the parade.

    First Wednesday starts in May (?) through September every year. There's a beer garden, booths, food…read moretrucks and various activities for kids spread throughout. This past First Wednesday featured an adorable pooch parade along with a game truck and one or two food trucks and other vendors. There's also an art area where local artists make art right in front of you for purchasing. A lot of the stores stay open a little later so you can browse while walking around. If you order from the beer garden, you'll have to stay in that area because you're not allowed to walk around with an open container in the area. If you're looking for something to do, then stop by. If I'm not busy, I'll go with a few friends and wander for a bit.

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    First Wednesday - Beer Garden

    Beer Garden

    First Wednesday
    First Wednesday

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    Alameda County Fair - festivals - Updated May 2026

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