10 County Fairs with Local Flair
/ Ronnie SharpeIt's officially getting closer to summer and you want to get your family to an old-fashioned county fair with fun carnival rides, food, and live entertainment. The Bay Area hosts a number of great county fairs and I've compiled a list just for you. Tickets are on sale now, some at discounted prices. Check the websites for more details.
May 22 - May 26, 2025
It’s almost time to enjoy our friendly atmosphere, traditional county fair competitions, agriculture displays, hands-on family activities, carnival, festival-style entertainment, and specialty food.
May 30 - June 8, 2025
Thrilling carnival rides, delicious fair food, musical vibes and more - we have it all lined up to create an epic experience for you and your family.
June 12-15, 2025
The Ferris Wheel will be spinning and the deep-fry oil will be sizzling as Solano County’s summertime treat returns. The Board of Directors of the Solano County Fair Association (SCFA) announce, (or maybe shout from the rooftops is more apropos), the return of the Solano County Fair.
June 13 - July 6, 2025
The Alameda County Fair returns this Summer for nineteen days of all your Fair favorite fun. Experience the Fair like never before with new events, new rides and new Fair food experiences. We are bringing back a full line-up of concerts and live horse racing along with so many of your Fair favorites. We can’t wait to have you back and see you on the Road To Summer.
June 19-22, 2025
”Country Nights & Carnival Lights,” will be the theme of this year’s Petaluma Fair, encapsulating the experience of enjoying the fair-time offerings on a summer night at the Fairgrounds, which will be held on June 19-22.
July 2 - 6, 2025
Held annually over the 4th of July holiday, fairgoers enjoy five days of art, rides, concerts, fair food delights, shopping and so much more.
July 30 - August 3, 2025
This year the Santa Clara County Fair will be dedicated to livestock and home art exhibits. Admission will be free. Unfortunately, we will not be able to offer a carnival, any commercial vendors or traditional fair food, but we encourage you to visit our exhibits and support our youth who have spent countless hours volunteering and preparing their animals for show and the Jr. Livestock Auction.
August 1-10, 2025
“Hot Dogs and Cool Cats” This year’s Fair is all about celebrating our four-legged, feathered, and scaly friends, with amazing animal shows, the “Petals and Pets” Flower Show, and so much more!
Thank you to everyone who participated in the contest—your creativity and enthusiasm made this decision a tough one! Be sure to mark your calendars for the 2025 Sonoma County Fair and stay tuned!
August 7-10, 2025
We hope you enjoy the Napa Town and Country Fair! This is where our community comes to gather, and we welcome you. We know that our guests will be respectful, courteous, and considerate. It is important that everyone feel safe and comfortable while enjoying the fair.
May 15 - 18, 2025
Get ready for an exciting weekend filled with arena events, a concert series, thrilling carnival rides, captivating livestock exhibits, and so much more!