| Livermore History Center | Highway Garage Open |
| Museum on Main St | |
| Pleasanton Farmer's Market | |
| Niles Canyon Railway | Ravenswood Docent Tours |
| Livermore Amateur Radio Klub Meeting |
Wed to Sunday
Closed Tuesday July 29 & July 6
This year the fair opens on a Wednesday and is closed on Tuesdays.
13 days of horse racing.
Location: Alameda Fairgrounds, Pleasanton
Times:
| Sunday | Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday | Saturday |
| June 22 11am - 10pm Papa Do Run Run (Rock) |
June 23 11am - 10pm Charlie Daniels (Country) Horse Racing |
June 24 10am - 10pm Fog Hat (Blues & Rock) Horse Racing |
June 25 10am - 10pm Tower of Power (R&B) Horse Racing |
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| June 26 10am - 10pm Blue Oyster Cult (Rock) Horse Racing |
June 27 11am - 10pm Tenth Avenue North (Christian) |
June 28 Closed |
June 29 11am - 10pm Abbracadabra (Abba Tribute) |
June 30 11am - 10pm Roy Clark (Country) Horse Racing |
July 1 10am - 10pm Ozomatli (Hispanic) Fireworks Horse Racing |
July 2 10am - 10pm Evolution (Journey Tribute) Horse Racing |
| July 3 10am - 10pm ConFunkShun (R&B and Funk) Horse Racing |
July 4 10am - 9pm Blues Festival (Blues) Horse Racing |
July 5 Closed |
July 6 11am - 10pm Scott Strapp of Creed (Rock) |
July 7 11am - 10pm Sanctus Real (Christian) Horse Racing |
July 8 10am - 10pm Survivor (Rock) Horse Racing |
July 9 10am - 10pm The Whispers (R&B) Horse Racing |
| July 10 10am - 10pm Tracy Lawrence (Country) Horse Racing |
Concerts are at 6:00pm and 8:00pm
Admission:
|
Admission |
Pre-Fair |
At the Gate |
|
Adults 13-61 |
$8 | $10 |
|
Seniors 62+ |
$6 | $8 |
|
Children 6-12 |
$4 | $6 |
|
Child under 6 |
Free | Free |
|
Fun Pack ($54 value) |
$30 | N/A |
|
Season Pass |
$30 | |
|
Parking (Gates 8 & 12) |
$8 | |
|
Preferred Parking (Gate 8) |
$15 | |
| Preferred VIP Parking (Pleasanton Ave). | $20 | |
| Unlimited Ride Wristband | $20 |
$25 M, W-F $28 Sa & Su |
|
Family Bonus Book |
$20 | N/A |
Promotions:
- $3 Wacky Wednesdays June 22, June 29 & July 6 Admission is only 99˘ before 3pm and only $3 after 3pm!
- Seniors FREE Thursdays June 23, June 30 & July 7 62 and up receive Free Admission!
- Kids FREE Fridays June 24, July 1 & July 8 Kids 12 and under receive Free Admission!
- Fair Food Drive June 27 Bring 4 non-perishable food items for Free Fair Admission in partnership with the Alameda County Community Food Bank.
- 99 cent Carnival Rides June 27. 99 cent Carnival rides all day!
- Military Appreciation Day July 1 Free Fair Admission for you and a guest with your valid military I.D. Veterans free with proof of service.
- 99 cent Grandstand Beers - Thursdays - Served 1:15pm to the start of the 2nd race. Thursdays Only!
- Budweiser Clydesdales - June 23-27. 11am to 10pm Majestic. Powerful. Graceful. They are the Budweiser Clydesdales.
Festival Square:
- Super Kids Fridays - Come see live kids bands
- Spice of India Weekend - June 25,26 (Bollywood, food contests,art contests, and more!)
- Music of the Americas - Bands, dance, soloists! July 2-4
- Flavor of the Americas - (Sabor de las Americas) Hispanic celebration weekend July 9,10
- 9th Annual BBQ and Chicken Cookoff - June 30-July 4th
- 3rd Annual Gumbo Cook off - July 2
- Farm Fresh Thursdays (urban gardening, local produce, cooking
demos, fun green education)
More info: Alameda County Fairgrounds
Friday
Friday Night Live! - It's All About Dancing
Tap your toes in downtown Livermore on Friday nights this summer! Join in
the fun when LVPAC brings lively music to the Shea Homes Stage in front of
the Bankhead Theater with free concerts Jun 3 – Aug 26, 6:30 to 8:00pm.
30 minutes of Instruction
60 Minutes of Salsa (June) / Tango (July) / Swing (August)
Sponsor:
Livermore
Valley Performing Arts
Center
Location: Shea Homes Stage - In Front of the Bankhead Theater -
LVPAC web
site - eLivermore Bankhead Theater page
Times: 6:30pm
Admission: Free
Tickets: Bankhead Theater Box Office info -
LVPAC Online Ordering page
More info:
Livermore
Valley Performing Arts
Center -
It's All About
Dancing Website - eLivermore.com theater page
Sunday
Note: Info here from 2010
Community members are invited to "Our Day: Celebrating America's Birthday" from 23:30pm until 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, the Fourth of July, at Lions Wayside Park.
This 12th annual, all-volunteer event will feature the Pleasanton Community Band, under the direction of Bob Williams. Past and present military personnel and their families also will be honored.
Audience members can bring their own lawn chairs and picnics, or they can
purchase the food at the event. Lions Club will again be offering the
popular "Dog& a Drink for a Dollar" hot dog lunch.
Sponsor:
Pleasanton
Downtown Association
Location: Lions Wayside Park, corner of First and Neal Streets,
Pleasanton
Times: 12:30 to 2:00pm
Admission: Free
More info:
Pleasanton
Downtown Association - Pleasanton
Community Concert Band
June 30
Thursday
Performances
July 1,2
Fri-Sat
July 10
Sun
July 15, 17
Fri, Sun
July 23
Sat
July 30
Sat
One of Shakespeare’s most thoughtful plays, Macbeth is fueled by the occult, battle scenes, and a lusty passion that makes this play part mystery, part action, and part serial drama. Despite his passionate nature, Macbeth “still has judgment here” and shares with us his innermost struggles as he, a great warrior, great lover and true believer, makes the choices that will either exalt him or destroy him.
Opening night - Friday, June 30. Benefit includes dinner under the arbor and fundraising auction – Tickets $100
Sponsor: Shakespeare's Associates
Location: Concannon Vineyard, 4590 Tesla Road, Livermore
Times: Thursday, Fri & Sat: 7:30pm; Sun: 7:00pm. Picnic area opens at 5:30pm
Admission:
|
Day |
General |
Full Time Educator |
|
Thursday, June 30 Preview |
$25 | $25 |
|
Friday, July 1 |
$99 | $99 |
|
Fridays |
$37 | $34 |
|
Saturdays |
$39 | $36 |
|
Sundays |
$37 | $34 |
Add $1.99 service fee to all tickets
More info: Shakespeare's Associates
- 925-443-2273
July 7
Thurs
Performances
July 8, 9
Fri-Sat
July 16
Sat
July 22, 24
Fri, Sun
July 29, 31
Fri, Sun
It’s a farce! The comedy of comedies. Girls and guys hiding in closets. Running around and slamming doors. Tenor is a low-brow comedy set in the high class world of the opera. Who says we can’t enjoy a bit of opera with our pratfalls, or a bit of low-brow humor with our artistic acumen (… and a glass of wine while we enjoy both)?
Opening night - Friday, July 8th
Sponsor: Shakespeare's Associates
Location: Concannon Vineyard, 4590 Tesla Road, Livermore
Times: Thursday, Fri & Sat: 7:30pm; Sun: 7:00pm. Picnic area opens at 5:30pm
Admission:
|
Day |
General |
Full Time Educator |
|
Thursday, July 7 Preview |
$25 |
$25 |
|
Fridays |
$37 | $34 |
|
Saturdays |
$39 | $36 |
|
Sundays |
$37 | $34 |
Add $1.99 service fee to all tickets
More info: Shakespeare's Associates
- 925-443-2273
Friday
Friday Night Live! - Gabe Duffin Band
Tap your toes in downtown Livermore on Friday nights this summer! Join in
the fun when LVPAC brings lively music to the Shea Homes Stage in front of
the Bankhead Theater with free concerts Jun 3 – Aug 26, 6:30 to 8:00pm.
Classic Rock
Sponsor:
Livermore
Valley Performing Arts
Center
Location: Shea Homes Stage - In Front of the Bankhead Theater -
LVPAC web
site - eLivermore Bankhead Theater page
Times: 6:30pm
Admission: Free
Tickets: Bankhead Theater Box Office info -
LVPAC Online Ordering page
More info:
Livermore
Valley Performing Arts
Center - Gabe
Duffin Website - eLivermore.com theater page
Wednesday
Ottmar Liebert and Luna Negra
Liebert’s incredible global success as a musician has been described as a
simple outgrowth of his cultural background and powerful wanderlust in his
formative years. In 1989, he founded the first incarnation of his band Luna
Negra and has since become one of the most successful instrumental artists
of the past decade, thrilling audiences throughout the world. In addition to
releasing a total of 25 albums, he has received 38 Gold and Platinum
certifications in the USA. His debut album, Nouveau Flamenco, sold
double-platinum and emerged as one of the best-selling guitar albums of all
time.
Sponsor:
Livermore
Valley Performing Arts
Center
Location: Bankhead Theater -
LVPAC web
site - eLivermore Bankhead Theater page
Times: 7:30pm
Admission: $62/$51/$39 Students (17 & under): $12
Tickets: Bankhead Theater Box Office info -
LVPAC Online Ordering page
More info:
Livermore
Valley Performing Arts
Center - - eLivermore.com theater page
Friday
Friday Night Live! - Blind Dog
Tap your toes in downtown Livermore on Friday nights this summer! Join in
the fun when LVPAC brings lively music to the Shea Homes Stage in front of
the Bankhead Theater with free concerts Jun 3 – Aug 26, 6:30 to 8:00pm.
Contemporary Folk
Sponsor:
Livermore
Valley Performing Arts
Center
Location: Shea Homes Stage - In Front of the Bankhead Theater -
LVPAC web
site - eLivermore Bankhead Theater page
Times: 6:30pm
Admission: Free
Tickets: Bankhead Theater Box Office info -
LVPAC Online Ordering page
More info:
Livermore
Valley Performing Arts
Center -
Blind Dog Website - eLivermore.com theater page
Friday
Eric Johnson
Eric Johnson’s stature as one of the premier guitar players in contemporary
music is his artistic trump card, backed by a Grammy Award and five
nominations, platinum album, Top 10 hits like “Cliffs Of Dover,” praise from
critics and the esteem of his peers. Johnson leapt to the forefront of
contemporary music some 20 years ago as “an extraordinary guitar player
accessible to ordinary music fans,” as the Memphis Commercial Appeal hails
him, with his landmark million selling 1990 album Ah Via Musicom, also
winning Johnson a Grammy for “Cliffs Of Dover.” The New Age Music Guide
raved that “Eric Johnson plays guitar the way Michelangelo painted ceilings:
with a colorful vibrancy that’s more real than life.”
His many
achievements include being enshrined in Guitar Player’s Gallery of Greats
and named one of the 100 Greatest Guitarists of the 20th Century by Musician
magazine alongside numerous other awards. He was tapped by Eric Clapton to
appear at the 2004 Crossroads Guitar Festival and played his second stint of
the Experience Hendrix tour in 2010. Johnson boasts both a signature Fender
Stratocaster electric and Martin MC-40 acoustic guitar. “Cliffs of Dover” is
featured in the video game Guitar Hero III: Legends of Rock as the final
winning challenge.
Sponsor:
Livermore
Valley Performing Arts
Center
Location: Bankhead Theater -
LVPAC web
site - eLivermore Bankhead Theater page
Times: 8:00pm
Admission: $51/$40/$29 Students (17 & under): $12
Tickets: Bankhead Theater Box Office info -
LVPAC Online Ordering page
More info:
Livermore
Valley Performing Arts
Center -
Eric Johnson Website - eLivermore.com theater page
Friday
Friday Night Live! - El Desayuno
Tap your toes in downtown Livermore on Friday nights this summer! Join in
the fun when LVPAC brings lively music to the Shea Homes Stage in front of
the Bankhead Theater with free concerts Jun 3 – Aug 26, 6:30 to 8:00pm.
Latin Jazz, Soul, & Salsa
Sponsor:
Livermore
Valley Performing Arts
Center
Location: Shea Homes Stage - In Front of the Bankhead Theater -
LVPAC web
site - eLivermore Bankhead Theater page
Times: 6:30pm
Admission: Free
Tickets: Bankhead Theater Box Office info -
LVPAC Online Ordering page
More info:
Livermore
Valley Performing Arts
Center -
El Desayuno Website - eLivermore.com theater page
At the Bankhead Theater
July 29, 30, 31
Aug 5, 6, 7
Fri-Sun
The final collaboration between Rodgers & Hammerstein was destined to become the world's most beloved musical. When a postulant proves too high-spirited for the religious life, she is dispatched to serve as governess for the seven children of a widowed naval Captain. Her growing rapport with the youngsters, coupled with her generosity of spirit, gradually captures the heart of the stern Captain, and they marry. Upon returning from their honeymoon they discover that Austria has been invaded by the Nazis, who demand the Captain's immediate service in their navy. The family's narrow escape over the mountains to Switzerland on the eve of World War II provides one of the most thrilling inspirational finales over presented in the theater.
Sponsor: Tri-Valley Repertory Theatre
Location: Bankhead Theater - LVPAC web site - eLivermore Bankhead Theater page
Times: Fridays & Saturday: 8:00pm. Sunday Matinees: 2:00pm
Admission: Individual tickets: $37.50 for adults (18-60), $35.50 for seniors (60+), $27.50 for juniors (under 18).
Season tickets (4 shows): $130 for adults (18-60), $123 for seniors (60+), $93 for juniors (under 18).
Tickets: Bankhead Theater Box Office info - LVPAC Online Ordering page
More info: Tri-Valley Repertory Theatre, eLivermore.com theater page, Livermore Valley Performing Arts Center
Thursday
Join Livermore Valley Winemakers and Bay Area Chefs for a delectable evening of wine and food pairings showcasing the Valley's bountiful "terroir" (a french word for soil and is pronounced "ter-wah"). Each winemaker and chef team has worked hard to create innovate wine and food pairings for guests to enjoy. Guests can cast their vote for People's Choice Award as they taste all of the creative pairings. In a blind tasting, our Culinary and Media Judges for the evening will present awards for Most Innovative Pairing, Judges' Best, and Best Use of Local Ingredients (Awards announced at 8:15pm). Guests can also enjoy live music on the patio and bid on silent auction lots.
Sponsor: Livermore Winegrowers Association
Location: Palm Event Center, 1184 Vineyard Ave, Pleasanton
Times: 6:00pm to 9:00pm
Admission: 2010 price: $75.
More info: Livermore Winegrowers Association
Alden Lane Photos
Saturday and
Sunday
The 25th anniversary of "Art Under the Oaks is the weekend of July 23 and 24. Hosted by the Livermore Art Association and Alden Lane Nursery, the event combines art, food and live music under the nursery's beautiful oak canopy. Over 40 local artists will display art for sale, offering an array of paintings, prints, pottery, jewelry, baskets, fiber arts and photography. Other activities include fruit tasting, live music, wine tasting offered by eleven local wineries, and a grand door prize. Tri-Valley Woodcarvers return this year to show their sculptures inside the exotic flower building. Also, Charles Harder will be demonstrating bonsai techniques on junipers and other plants. Alden Lane will host a leaf-painting class at 3:00 on Saturday.
To celebrate the event's 25th year, Alden Lane is building a special "Gardens to Art" exhibit inside Ruthie's room. They will combine artworks with flowers and babbling fountains to create a resplendent garden setting.
The show is open from 11:00 am - 4:00 both days, with free admission.
Alden Lane Nursery is at the corner of Holmes and Alden Lane in Livermore.
Overflow parking will be available at Sunset Plaza, at the corner of
Concannon & Holmes. There is a free shuttle to the nursery.
Sponsor: Alden Lane Nursery, Livermore Art Association
Location: Alden Lane Nursery,
981 Alden Lane, Livermore.
Times: 11:00AM to 4:00 PM
Admission: Free - additional parking at Sunset Office Plaza (corner
of Concannon & Holmes - Free with Free Shuttle Busses.
More info:
Livermore
Art Association
Alden Lane Nursery, or call 447-0280
Saturday
The July 23, 2011 Mogulaire Concours d’Elegance at Wente Vineyards hosts two wonderful marques in Ferrari and Mercedes Benz. These two companies have celebrated decades of excellence in automotive manufacturing dating back to pre world war two. The Mogulaire Concours d’Elegance is a collection of products and services to serve its unique and discerning clientele. This multi-day event hosts some of the best manufactures and tuners from the automotive and aviation fields. The Concours will present a gathering of clothing and jewelry designers, artists, wine and spirit makers, and many more exhibitors. Mogulaire welcomes you to come and experience the history and beauty of these two great marques and many other imports, domestic, and European automakers that will grace the lawn of The Course at Wente Vineyards. When walking the lawn of this magnificent golf course you will find yourself surrounded by one of Wente’s breathtaking vineyards. Come and enjoy a collection of the past, present, and future in automotive brilliance.
The Mogulaire Concours d’Elegance heralds a new era – it is more than a unique presentation of over six decades of luxury and exotic automobiles; it is a celebration of the finest aspects of tradition and innovation in luxury lifestyle products. Five high-profile preview events will be held around the bay area to build awareness and interest in the main concours event on July 23, 2011.
Sponsor:
Mogulaire
Concours d'Elegance
Location: Wente Vineyards, 5565 Tesla Road, Livermore
Times: 9am to 5pm
Admission: General Admission: $100. VIP tickets: $250.
More info:
Mogulaire
Concours d'Elegance,
Wente Vineyards
Friday
Friday Night Live! - The Cool Tones
Tap your toes in downtown Livermore on Friday nights this summer! Join in
the fun when LVPAC brings lively music to the Shea Homes Stage in front of
the Bankhead Theater with free concerts Jun 3 – Aug 26, 6:30 to 8:00pm.
Big Band Music
Sponsor:
Livermore
Valley Performing Arts
Center
Location: Shea Homes Stage - In Front of the Bankhead Theater -
LVPAC web
site - eLivermore Bankhead Theater page
Times: 6:30pm
Admission: Free
Tickets: Bankhead Theater Box Office info -
LVPAC Online Ordering page
More info:
Livermore
Valley Performing Arts
Center -
The Cool Tones
Website - eLivermore.com theater page
