Colbie Caillat, Elton John Tribute Headline Alameda Co. Fair This Weekend

ALAMEDA, CA — The beloved Alameda County Fair isn't just bringing pig racing, hot air balloons and fireworks this summer. This weekend the fair's big stage will be packed with major names and nostalgic tributes — Grammy-winner Colbie Caillat and a nostalgic Elton John tribute.

Fans of mellow pop born out of the Myspace era should mark Friday, June 27, for Colbie Caillat. The Grammy-winning artist behind hits like “Bubbly,” “Realize” and “Lucky,” Colbie has also ventured into country and collaborated with artists like Sheryl Crow.

Then, on Saturday, relive the early days of Elton John with the Elton John: The Early Years Tribute. This homage features Sir Elton’s classic sound and style, from his flamboyant early stage persona to piano-driven hits.

On Sunday, Journey's former lead vocalist, Steve Augeri, will take the main stage. Augeri is known for his vocals on hits “Higher Place,” “Remember Me,” and “Faith in the Heartland,” in one of the most celebrated rock bands in the world.

Get tickets to a see a show at the fair here.

Concerts take place every Wednesday to Sunday night as part of the Big O Tires Concert Series, and have featured many iconic acts so far like like Air Supply, Sugar Ray, Gym Class Heroes, Too $hort and more. See here for the full schedule.

Other popular attractions will continue throughout the summer, including:

• Movies on the Lawn every night at 6 that come free with fair admission tickets
• The Alameda Fair Carnival, which features famous attractions like the Giant Wheel, the White Water Log Flume, the Mega Flip, the Zipper, the Zillerator, and Vertigo
• All varieties of food, including fair favorites like ice cream, pretzels, nachos, burgers, corn dogs, and funnel cakes
• All varieties of shopping, with everything from jewelry to hats to henna to caricatures on offer
• Action sports like hot air balloon riding, the Rodeo Showdeo, tractor pulls, and a BMX stunt show
• Fiesta at the Fair on June 22, featuring live performances from around the world
• Animal fun like daily pony rides, camel rides, racing pigs, and petting zoo
###liWine Tasting Fest on June 28
• Livestock and small animal competitions

The fair is open Wednesday through Sunday until July 6 from 12 p.m. to 11 p.m., though admission gates close at 9:30 p.m. The fair is open July 4 from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., and admission gates close at 4 p.m. See here for more hours.
Tickets cost $19.80 for general admission, and $16.50 for children and seniors. Children 5 and under are free. Parking costs $15. Season passes cost $52.80, while a Premium Season Pass costs $99.55. See here for more tickets and pricing.