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The Bay’s Huge “626 Night Market” w/ 200+ Food & Shopping Stalls (May 17-19)

Friday, May 17, 2024 - 3:00 pm to 11:00 pm | Cost: $5*
*$5 online or cash at the door. Children 3 and under are free. Parking is $15. Most vendors accept cash only and ATMs are available.

Alameda County Fairgrounds | 2100 Valley Ave. Pleasanton, CA 94566

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The Bay’s Huge “626 Night Market” w/ 200+ Food & Shopping Stalls | 2024

Everything tastes better at night. Bring family and friends to eat all your favorite snacks at the 13th season of 626 Night Market (formerly known as the NorCal Night Market).

Inspired by the famous open-air nighttime bazaars of Asia, this iconic Californian festival named after the 626 area code region of San Gabriel Valley, northeast of Los Angeles, features 200+ food, merchandise, crafts, arts, games, music, and entertainment attractions in an epic event that appeals to all ages.

626 Night Market – Bay Area 2024 Dates
– May 17-19, 2024 (Friday-Sunday)
– July 26-28, 2024 (Friday-Sunday)
Tickets: $5 single day admission, or $9 for a 3 day pass

Alameda County Fairgrounds
4501 Pleasanton Ave., Pleasanton, CA 94566
(Gate 8 or 12 off Valley Ave)

Hours:
May 17-19 & July 26-28: Friday: 3pm to 11pm, Saturday & Sunday 1pm-11pm.

Admission:
$5 online or cash at the door. Children 3 and under are free. Parking is $15. Most vendors accept cash only and ATMs are available.

Security:
The venue will have mandatory bag checks and metal detectors at the event entrance. Please plan accordingly. Security will enforce no unattended minors after 10pm.

No Pets:
Alameda County Fairgrounds does not allow pets with the exception of service animals – it is up to their discretion at the gate to allow your furry friends in.

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: $5*
*$5 online or cash at the door. Children 3 and under are free. Parking is $15. Most vendors accept cash only and ATMs are available.
Categories: *Top Pick*, Eating & Drinking, Fairs & Festivals, In Person, Live Music, Outdoors, Shopping & Fashion, Weekend Events Guide – May 17-19, 2024
Address: 2100 Valley Ave. Pleasanton, CA 94566

Friday, May 17, 2024

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*Use secret code FUNCHEAP for comp tickets, otherwise, $10 off with secret code FUNCHEAP
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*Free tickets, but RSVP Required. Donations ($5-$10) greatly appreciated.
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*Limited free tickets with code FUNCHEAP (donations appreciated). Otherwise use code FUNCHEAP5 for $5 off early bird and general admission tickets
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*Free with RSVP (21+ with Valid ID) - One item minimum purchase per person required
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*Tickets normally start at $15, but you can get $5 with code FUNCHEAP. Not valid for past purchases. Subject to availability.
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