Pleasanton, Calif. – The Alameda County Fair has announced several brand new attractions for its 2025 Fair, which runs June 13 through July 6 at the Alameda County Fairgrounds in Pleasanton.
On July 4-6, the Fair will feature a special Monster Truck show at the Michelob Ultra Grandstand. The “Monsters of Destruction” will showcase loud, fierce, and unpredictable Monster Trucks, as well as Tuff Trucks, Moto-X, and more.
For the animal enthusiasts, there will be camel rides offered daily at the paddock area near the Grandstand. For an additional fee, riders can take part in the rare opportunity to sit high atop a camel.
Over at the Midway, the Fair will showcase a new, out-of-this-world thrill ride called The Invader, an exhilarating attraction for those looking for a true adrenaline rush. Imported from the Netherlands and towering 45 feet high, this experience will leave fair-goers breathless. As the Invader begins to rise, the seats start spinning at an intense 24 RPM, creating powerful centrifugal forces. Riders will soar up, down, and all around with lights flashing and music pumping.
There will also be a new high-flying Trapeze show featuring eye-popping acrobatic stunts. The Fair has rolled out several new deals and promotions, including Throwback Thursday admission, with general admission only $11 until 5pm every Thursday of Fair. Additionally, on Wednesday, July 2, the Fair will offer General Admission for only $5.50 until 5pm. Tickets for those promotions are on sale now and during the Fair.
Many of the fan favorite features will return, including the All Alaskan Pig Races, nightly drone shows, Movies on the Lawn, and a Spectacular Drone + Fireworks show on June 13 and July 3. The Foodie’s Choice Awards Contest will also be back for a second year, featuring new and unusual culinary treats like the Cheeseburger Egg Roll, Bacon Pickle Pizza, and Hot Honey Chicken Fries. The interactive food contest allows fair-goers to vote in June for their favorite food item in two categories: Crazy New Item and Red White and Blue.
Tickets for The Romantics, performing June 15 in the Big O Tires Concert Series, are on sale to the general public Friday. All reserved concert seating, plus admission, parking, carnival wristbands, and more are discounted when you buy online through June 12, 2025.
“We are so excited to be offering thrilling new rides, entertainment, exhibits, food and fun to the Fair this year,” said Angel Moore, COO of the Alameda County Fairgrounds. “Our goal is to provide our guests with a unique experience that will provide lasting memories for years to come.”
For a full list of activities, schedules, and links to tickets, visit alamedacountyfair.com.
2025 Alameda County Fair Information
Dates: June 13-July 6 (Open Wednesday-Sunday)
Hours: 12pm-11pm daily (except July 4, 10am-8pm)
Carnival Hours: Wed-Sun 1pm to closing (July 4, 10am-8pm)
Concerts: 8pm-9:15 pm nightly (except July 4)
- Friday, June 13 – WAR
- Saturday, June 14 – Gym Class Heroes
- Sunday, June 15 – The Romantics
- Wednesday, June 18 – Sawyer Brown
- Thursday, June 19 – Air Supply
- Friday, June 20 – Sugar Ray
- Saturday, June 21 – Twist on Taylor
- Sunday, June 22 – Mi Banda El Mexicano
- Wednesday, June 25 – Too $hort
- Thursday, June 26 – Tower of Power
- Friday, June 27 – Colbie Caillat
- Saturday, June 28 – Elton John The Early Years Tribute
- Sunday, June 29 – Journey Former Lead Vocalist Steve Augeri
- Wednesday, July 2 -TESLA
- Thursday, July 3 – Clint Black
- Friday, July 4 – NO CONCERT
- Saturday, July 5 – Revisiting Creedence
- Sunday, July 6 – La Original Banda El Limón
Drone Show: 9:30pm nightly (except July 4)
Movies on the Lawn: Every night at 6pm, including July 4 (see movie list)
Tickets:
Advance Sale Pricing (valid through June 12, 2025; all pricing includes fees):
- General (13-61) – $17.60
- Seniors (62+) – $14.30
- Kids (6-12) – $14.30
- General Parking – $13
- Unlimited Carnival + Sky Ride wristbands – $38.50 (Valid any one day of the Fair) Carnival tickets may only be purchased on site at a Carnival Kiosk starting June 13, 2025
- Season Pass (admission for all 18 days, plus concert early access) – $52.80
- Fair Premium Season Pass (admission for all 18 days with PARKING, plus concert early access) – $99.55
Regular Gate Admission* (Starting June 13 – July 6):
- General (13-61) – $19.80
- Seniors (62+) – $16.50
- Kids (6-12) – $16.50
- 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 at a Butler Kiosk inside the Fair starting June 13, 2015.
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 of Fair, 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
*Subject to change
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
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