The Marin County Fair (June 30 - July 4, 2012) bills itself as the greatest fair on earth. Admission fees include concerts, exhibits, entertainment, nightly fireworks, and several free carnival rides. And if you go on the first day of the fair, you can usually get a couple of deals and discounts. "Enjoy spectacular fireworks shows every night of … [Read more...]
The San Mateo County Fair (June 9 - 17, 2012) usually offers a few ways to get discounts on tickets, starting with presale ticket prices. Some Fair deals have also been offered via Costco and AAA. I'll post the 2011 deals here as soon as they become available. San Mateo County Fair concerts are free with Fair admission. "The 2012 Fair will … [Read more...]
The Napa County Fair and Silverado Parade provides four days of family fun over the Fourth of July weekend (June 29, 30, July 1, and July 4, 2012). County Fair entertainment is free with admission (in most cases). The fair is also offering a 28% off unlimited ride band. Along with carnival rides and live entertainment, the festival … [Read more...]
The Sonoma-Marin Fair in Petaluma (June 20 - 24, 2012) features five days of family fun. Concerts, carnival rides, exhibits, shows (including headline concerts), and attractions are all included with the price of admission. Plus, you can get tickets early and save a couple bucks. WHAT: Sonoma-Marin Fair is cheaper if you buy tickets online in … [Read more...]
Adore books and the occasional free thought? Then take it to the streets ... of San Francisco, that is, at the 17th Annual Bay Area Anarchist Bookfair in Golden Gate Park (March 31 - April 1, 2012). While this particular book fair is sooo San Francisco, it attracts booksellers, distributors, independent presses and political groups from around the … [Read more...]
Last minute shopping alert: The 2nd Annual Renegade Craft Fair Holiday Sale (December 17 - 18, 2011) will present the works of more than 200 indie-crafters at San Francisco's Concourse Exhibition Center. The event is free to attend and offers some clever and affordable gift ideas, like handmade jewelry, clothing, ceramics, stationery, bath … [Read more...]
The Vintage Paper Fair in San Francisco at the Hall of Flowers in Golden Gate Park (January 7-8, 2012), offers a fun trip back in time. The show features approximately 100 vendors showing off their vintage postcards, photos, valentines, photos, pinup art, posters and other paraphernalia. Go early for the best pickings. DEAL: Admission to the … [Read more...]
The Alameda County Fair -- dubbed the "Fastest Growing Fair in America" -- June 22 – July 10, 2011), with fun family entertainment, fireworks, daily horse races, Mutton Bustin', concerts, food, competitive exhibits, livestock awards, and more. And who'd want to miss a bite of the world’s largest hamburger, available for commercial … [Read more...]
It's the Year of the Hare, and the Chinese New Year Flower Market Fair (February 19-20, 2011) and Ribbon Cutting Ceremony in San Francisco's Chinatown are the first of several events scheduled in celebration of the Chinese New Year. The event, sponsored by Southwest Airlines, is always held on the weekend before the Chinese New Year's Day. The … [Read more...]
Labor Day weekend brings a few festivals to the Bay Area, including The Kings Mountain Art Fair (September 1 - 3, 2012), which presents juried artists exhibits in a stunning setting among the redwoods. Kids have their own dedicated space at the Art Fair: Kiddie Hollow, located down the hill from the Cookie Booth. Don’t miss the world’s … [Read more...]
