Tri-Valley Hosts Alameda County Fair This Weekend: What To Expect

PLEASANTON, CA — The Alameda County Fair is back in 2021 after taking a year off during the pandemic and festivalgoers have much to look forward to this year.

The event kicks off Friday and runs through Oct. 31. Visit from 3 p.m. to 10 p.m. weekdays and 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. weekends.

This year's theme is "Come Together."

“We couldn’t be more enthusiastic about what the Fair has in store this year,” said Tiffany Cadrette, fairgrounds marketing and communications manager, in a statement. “The Fair is a such a time-honored tradition in our community, and we know how much it was missed last year.”

10 Alameda County Fair Concerts

Guests must reserve tickets online prior to the following concerts, which begin at 8 p.m.

• Oct. 22: Kalimba the Spirit of Earth Wind & Fire.
• Oct. 23: Night Ranger.
• Oct. 24: The Garth Guy — The Ultimate Garth Brooks Tribute Show.
• Oct. 25: The Boys of Summer — The Music of the Eagles.
• Oct. 26: Lenny Williams.
• Oct. 27: Smash Mouth.
• Oct. 28: Rose Royce.
• Oct. 29: WAR.
• Oct. 30: Exposé.
• Oct. 31: Journey Revisited.

Fair Food

Guests can expect familiar classics such as monster corn dogs, deep-fried Oreos and funnel cakes, plus some new offerings, including specialty grilled cheese.

Rewards are available with each purchase of a food or drink item.

Fair Fun

Here are some of the activities on tap for fairgoers, according to the fairgrounds.

• Professor Smart's Science Show and Bugology 1-2-Fun walk-through exhibit.
• Carnival.
• Pig racing.
• Imperial Knights Medieval Stunt Show.

Costs

Capacity will be limited amid the pandemic.

Guests can expect the following fees.

• Ages 6-12: $15.
• Ages 13-61: $18.
• Ages 62 and up: $15.
• General parking: $15 Saturday and Sunday; free weekdays.
• Carnival wristband daily rate: $30 advance purchase; $35 Monday-Thursday; $40 Friday-Sunday.
• Unlimited sky ride: $6 per day.

Buy tickets and get more information from the fairgrounds.