Forget pumpkin spice lattes, this fall the smell of corn dogs is what’s filling the air as the Alameda County Fair returns to Pleasanton October 22 - 31. The 2021 theme “Come Together” celebrates the revival of the Fair and the community reuniting safely after nearly a year and a half of COVID-19 related closures. Keep reading for the giveaway!
Live concerts are back at 8pm nightly, showcasing superstar headliners like Smash Mouth, WAR, Night Ranger, 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 Imperial Knights Medieval Stunt Show.
Kids of all ages will enjoy special acts like Professor Smart’s Science Show and Bugology 1-0-Fun, an immersive walk-through exhibit.
Attendees can get their fill of all their delicious Fair food favorites, including corn dogs, funnel cakes, deep fried Oreos, and even a few new menu items like specialty grilled cheese.
Sorry! This giveaway is over. Congrats to Liz. R., our lucky winner. Check out the website for another great giveaway to enter!
Enter to win Fun Pack containing FOUR general admission tickets and FOUR ride wristbands - just click here!
You can also enter on our other site - Macaroni KID Hayward - for another chance to win!
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The Fair is operating under State and County safety protocols and will continue to offer hand sanitizing stations and touchless payment options.
Guests can also earn rewards to use on food and beverage purchases at the Fair with every ticket purchase.
2021 Alameda County Fair Information
- Dates: October 22 through October 31
- Hours: Monday – Friday: 3pm-10pm
- Saturday and Sunday: 10am-10pm
Fair Concert Series: 8pm nightly (guests must reserve seats online in advance):
- Oct. 22 - Kalimba The Spirit of Earth Wind and 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
Admission: (For the safety of our guests, capacity will be limited)
- Adults (13-61) -- $18 (Earns $3 Reward)
- Seniors (62+) -- $15 (Earns $2 Reward)
- Kids (6-12) -- $15 (Earns $2 Reward)
- General Parking – FREE Monday through Friday; $15 Saturday and Sunday
- Unlimited Carnival Wristbands -- $30 Advance Purchase, $35 Monday-Thursday, $40 Friday-Sunday, any one day of Fair
- Sky Ride -- $6 unlimited rides, any one day of Fair
- Military and Veterans free all day, every day with valid ID
For additional details, including schedules, concert, and ticket info, visit the Fair’s website at alamedacountyfair.com. Follow the Fair’s official Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter for additional information, updates, contests, and promotions.
The official giveaway rules can be found here.
