Pleasanton, Calif.- The Alameda County Fair continues to announce the set list for the annual Big O Tires Summer concert series, much to the delight of fans.
The embodiment of 90s summer pop band, Sugar Ray, will perform at the Fair on Friday, June 20. Co-founded by Mark McGrath (vocals) and Rodney Sheppard (lead guitar), Sugar Ray has sold over 10 million records and achieved four top 10 hits.
The Sacramento-formed band, TESLA, will rock the stage on Wednesday, July 2. Hitting the music scene with a bluesy-rock sound, the band evolved into their current classic rock vibes akin to artists like AC/DC and Lynyrd Skynrd. The band stays fresh by releasing new hit singles like their most recent “Time to Rock!”.
The Alameda County Fair is making an effort to announce 2025 concert artists much earlier than last year, with the goal of having all artists announced by early Spring. Fair Fans have taken notice, voicing their appreciation via social media comments. Announcing the full concert lineup earlier helps drum up excitement for the Fair and lets guests plan their summer concert nights in advance.
The 2025 Alameda County Fair is quickly approaching. Fans can take advantage of another upcoming Fair ticket sale with the Valentine’s Day and Presidents’ Day Sale, starting Saturday, February 8 and lasting through Monday, February 17. Fair tickets including admission, parking, carnival wristbands and more will take up to 10% off as the Fair pays the processing fees. Visit alamedacountyfair.com to save.
Celebrate Summer in 2025 with the Alameda County Fair from June 13-July 6. For more Fair information and updates, please visit alamedacountyfair.com.
2025 Alameda County Fair Information
Dates: June 13-July 6 (Open Wednesday-Sunday)
Hours: 12pm-11pm daily (except July 4, 12pm-8pm)
Carnival Hours: Wed-Sun 1pm to closing (July 4, 1pm-8pm)
Concerts: 8pm-9:15pm nightly (except July 4)
- Friday, June 13 – WAR
- Saturday, June 14 – TBD
- Sunday, June 15 – TBD
- Wednesday, June 18 – TBD
- Thursday, June 19 – TBD
- Friday, June 20 – Sugar Ray
- Saturday, June 21 – Twist on Taylor
- Sunday, June 22 – TBD
- Wednesday, June 25 – Too $hort
- Thursday, June 26 – TBD
- Friday, June 27 – TBD
- Saturday, June 28 – TBD
- Sunday, June 29 – TBD
- Wednesday, July 2 -TESLA
- Thursday, July 3 – TBD
- Friday, July 4 – NO CONCERT
- Saturday, July 5 – TBD
- Sunday, July 6 – TBD
Drone Show: 9:30pm nightly (except July 4)
Movies on the Lawn: Every night at 6pm, including July 4 (see movie list)
Valentine’s Day and Presidents’ Day Sale Pricing (February 8-17, 2025; all pricing includes fees):
- General (13-61) – $16
- Seniors (62+) – $13
- Kids (6-12) – $13
- General Parking – $13
- Unlimited Carnival + Sky Ride wristbands – $35 (Valid any one day of the Fair)
- Carnival tickets may only purchase on site at a Carnival Kiosk starting June 13, 2025
- Season Pass (admission for all 18 days, plus concert early access) – $48
- Fair Premium Season Pass (admission for all 18 days with PARKING, plus concert early access) – $90
Regular Gate Admission* (Starting June 13 – July 6):
- General (13-61) – $19.80
- Seniors (62+) – $16.80
- Kids (6-12) – $16.80
- Children 5 and Under – FREE
- General Parking – $15
- Unlimited Carnival + Sky Ride wristbands – Wed-Thurs $37, Fri-Sun & July 4, $42 – valid any one day of Fair – may only be purchased in at a Butler Kiosk inside the Fair starting June 13
Promotions and Special Days
- Pint for a Pass February 1 through June 1 – Give blood at a Red Cross Mobile Unit in Alameda County and receive a FREE general admission ticket good any single day of Fair is open in June
- Feed the Need Food Drive and $1 Ride Day Wednesday, June 18 – one FREE general admission for June 18 until 5pm with the donation of 4 non-perishable food items to benefit the Alameda County Community Food Bank and $1 rides until 5pm
- Pet Food Drive and $1 Ride Day Wednesday, June 25 – Bring new, unopened pet food items to benefit Valley Humane Society and receive FREE one general admission for June 25 & $1 rides, until 5pm
- $1 Ride Wednesdays (Wednesdays, June 18, June 25, July 2 – until 5pm) – $1 rides until 5pm
- First Responder’s Day: July 4 – Free general Fair admission with ID Until 3pm
- Throwback Thursdays (TBT) – (Every Thursday – June 19, June 26, July 3 – until 5pm) general admission price is $11 until 5pm
- $3 Fair Food Bites (Every Thursday – June 19, June 26, July 3 – until 5pm) – Select fun-sized Fair treats just $3 each
- $5 Wednesday: July 2 – $5.50 admission ticket, online only, until 5pm
- Children 5 and Under: FREE general admission ALL DAY, EVERYDAY
- Military Appreciation: One FREE general Fair admission with valid Military ID, ALL DAY, EVERYDAY
The Alameda County Agricultural Fair Association, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, produces the annual Alameda County Fair without any tax funding from the government. It is ranked one of the top 50 North American Fairs and the 7th largest fair in California. The Fairgrounds is home to the oldest one-mile race track in America.
Previous
- Nov 21 – Too $hort and WAR Announced for 2025 Alameda County Fair
- Sept. 28 – Golden State Racing Headed to Alameda County Fairgrounds
For more upcoming events, visit our events calendar.
