Hot air balloon rides join favorite attractions as Alameda County Fair kicks off summer run

by Andres Jimenez Larios, Bay City News June 15, 2025June 14, 2025

Getting a head start on the crowds to come, Sharon Kotnik, Haley Kotnik and Haley's child walk through the carnival midway on opening day of the Alameda County Fair in Pleasanton on Friday, June 13, 2025. The fair runs through July 4th. (Andres Jimenez Larios/Bay City News)

DRONE SHOWS, hot air balloons, fireworks, and more are set to take flight at this year’s Alameda County Fair.

The fair returned to Pleasanton for the 2025 season Friday and will be open Wednesdays through Sundays from 12 p.m. to 11 p.m. until July 6.

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