The Alameda County Fair returns to Pleasanton June 13-July 6, 2025, for a jam-packed season of summer fun, featuring thrilling rides, delicious fair food, live concerts, and exciting shows for all ages. Enjoy free nightly performances from big-name artists as part of the Big O Tires Concert Series, plus a stunning Fireworks + Drone Show that lights up the sky with 200+ synchronized drones and fireworks set to music (select nights at 9:30 PM).

Fairgoers can catch action-packed Monster Truck shows, FMX stunt performances, and fair favorites like the All-Alaskan Racing Pigs, petting zoo, Kids Carnival, and Midway rides and games. Explore hands-on exhibits, try a camel ride, or check out the NASCAR simulator in the Grandstand area. Movies on the Lawn offer a more relaxed evening vibe, and foodies will love special deals like $3 Fair Food Bites on Thursdays. New this year: a Labubu scavenger hunt with fun prizes for participants. From heart-pounding action to sweet summer traditions, there’s something for everyone at the Alameda County Fair!

Drone Show
Nightly
A fan favorite, the Drone Show returns over the Michelob Ultra Grandstand (except July 4). Enjoy a magical light show put on with drones! Visible all over the Fairgrounds, the best viewing is at the race track.

Fireworks Spectacular & Drone Show
Friday, June 13 & Thursday, July 3

Two Nights Light Up the Sky! Enjoy a Fireworks Spectacular Show on Friday, June 13 and July 3 at 9:30pm.

Plus every other night following a concert enjoy a Drone Show at 9:30pm over the Michelob Ultra Grandstand.

• Parking lots close at 9pm, arrive early to park and walk to the show!
• There will be no fireworks or drone show on July 4, the Fair will close at 8pm on July 4 only.

June 13 – July 6, 2025

Open Wednesday – Sunday

Fair Prices

Includes Fees
Valid June 13 – July 6

• General Admission (Ages 13–61): $19.80
• Child Admission (Ages 6–12): $16.50
• Senior Admission (62+): $16.50
• Child (5 & Under): Free
• Savings Bundle:
  4 General Admission Tickets + 1 General Parking Ticket — $84.70
• General Parking (Per Day): $15

Carnival Wristbands

Available only at a Butler Carnival Kiosk inside the Fair

• Wednesday–Thursday: $40.70
• Friday–Sunday: $46.20

Season Passes

• Season Pass: $52.80
• Premium Season Pass: $99.55

Special Admission Days

• $5 Wednesday