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Wednesday, July 8, 2020 - All Day | Cost: FREE*
*Free admission when you donate one clothing item

Alameda County Fair | 4501 Pleasanton Ave., Pleasanton, CA

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Alameda County Fair Returns for 2023 w/ Fireworks & Drone Show (June 16-July 9)

This summer! We’re dreaming of corndogs and carnival rides as the Alameda County Fair returns to Pleasanton June 16-July 9, 2023 with the theme “Summer Vibes.”

Live concerts are back at 8 pm nightly, showcasing superstar headliners like Con Funk Shun, Jesse McCartney, Ashanti, Bee Gees Gold, LeAnn Rimes and more. Guests will be required to purchase their tickets and seats online ahead of time.

Fair favorites like the Carnival and Pig Racing will return, with a few new entertainment acts including the FMX Motorcross, Jousting, Nightly Drone Show plus a spectacular Fireworks & Drone Show on June 16 & 30.

Attendees can get their fill of all their delicious Fair food favorites, including corn dogs, funnel cakes, deep-fried Oreos, specialty grilled cheese plus enjoy a large variety of Fair food favorites every Thursday (June 22, 29 & July 6) with “fair bites” for just $3 until 5PM.

There’s also a nightly outdoor movie series that’s included with paid admission.

2023 Alameda County Fair
June 16 – July 9, 2023
Fair Hours: 12pm – 11pm Wednesday – Sunday plus July 3 & 4
**July 4: Open 12pm – 8pm (gates close at 4pm, parking gates closes at 3pm)
Fireworks + Drone Show is on June 16 & June 30 (NO shows on JULY 4)
Carnival Hours: 1pm-Closing
Horse Racing: Post Time 1:45pm
Concert Series: 8pm
Drone Shows: 9:30pm
Admission Tickets start at $18 for adults / $15 kids – Buy before June 16 and SAVE up to 45% on tickets or over 80% with a Season Pass!

Admission: (For the safety of our guests, capacity will be limited)
• Adults (13-61) – $18
• Seniors (62+) – $15
• Kids (6-12) – $15
• Child 5 & Under – Free
• General Parking (per day) –  $15
• Carnival + Sky Ride Wristband Sky Ride Powered by East Bay Community Energy – $37-$45 (and sold on site only)
• Season Pass – $45
• Premium Season Pass – $90
• Wine Fest or Brew Fest – $30
• Lower Concert Reserved – $25, Lower Concert Reserved Cover Band – $15
• Lower Concert Reserved Cover Band – $15
• Concerts – GA Bleacher Seats – Free with Admission, while supplies last
• Military & Veterans – Free GA for active military & their family, and for Vets with ID.
• First Responder’s – Free GA until 3pm with ID.
June 21 Food Drive – Presented by City Health. Benefiting Alameda County Food Bank. Bring four food donations for free general admission on Wednesday, June 21 (one admission per donation) PLUS $1 Carnival Rides until 5pm.
June 28 Pet Food Drive – Benefiting Valley Humane. Bring unopened dog or cat food for free general admission on Wednesday, June 28 (one admission per donation) PLUS $1 Carnival Rides until 5pm.

Fair Concert Series: 8 pm nightly (guests must reserve seats online in advance)
• June 16 – Con Funk Shun
• June 17 – Yachtly Crew
• June 18 – Bee Gees Gold
• June 21 – Jesse McCartney
• June 22 – Ashanti
• June 23 – Quiet Riot
• June 24 – Queen Nation
• June 25 – Mi Banda El Mexicano
• June 28 – Joe Nichols
• June 29 – E-40
• June 30 – Gin Blossoms
• July 1 – George Michael Reborn
• July 2 – Purple Reign
• July 3 – Lanco
• July 5 – Night Ranger
• July 6 – LeAnn Rimes
• July 7 – Mirage
• July 8 – Super Diamond
• July 9 – Karla Perez as Selena

Get into the Alameda County Fair for free when you donate one clothing item at the fair.

All carnival rides will be $1 until 5 pm.

Disclaimer: Please double check event information with the event organizer as events can be canceled, details can change after they are added to our calendar, and errors do occur.


Cost: FREE*
*Free admission when you donate one clothing item
Categories: **Annual Event**, *Top Pick*, Charity & Volunteering, Eating & Drinking, Fairs & Festivals, Fun & Games, Kids & Families, Live Music
Address: 4501 Pleasanton Ave., Pleasanton, CA