Art, wine, beer, sausages, spun potatoes, gyros, roasted corn, BBQ oysters, Funnel cakes, three music stages. You don’t want to miss the 33rd Annual Downtown Alameda Art & Wine Faire! Experience island fun for two days on Sat/ Sun, July 29/30, 10am to 6pm on Park St in Alameda. Admission is FREE!
Sip local beer (Alameda Island Brewing Co. ) and wine (Rock Wall Wine Co. ) and rock to live music as you explore Alameda’s historic downtown district.
While enjoying the bands, take time to browse the plethora of arts and craft booths (over 250 vendors) that will be displaying and selling fanciful items.
You’ll find ceramics, metal art, paintings, photography, woodcrafts, toys, handbags, clothing, jewelry, and more. Look for these Alameda vendors:
Honour Brand creates quality vintage-inspired graphic apparel that pays homage to Alameda’s and California’s heritage – tees, hats, hoodies and kids’ wear.
Sweet Charlie provides awesome children’s clothing and frocks for everyday wear.
Nathan Klark of Sawn Custom Woodwork builds beautiful furniture and cabinetry from his workshop at Alameda Point Studios and will be showcasing tables.
The Dilly Dallies sing about life as parents and kids.
According to the owners of Honour Brand, this is their third year in the Art & Wine Faire and they will be featuring Bay Area Brewery tees and another set that celebrates the history of the Nisei baseball team called the Alameda Kono All-Stars. “We love meeting folks,” says co-owner Tara Eglin, “and telling them the stories behind our tees.We especially like the Alameda Art & Wine Faire because we have items that are specific to Alameda and it’s history which resonates with residents and fair goers.”
The Music Rocks! Now with three stages, each day offers continuous live music as Bay
Area favorites perform classic rock, bluegrass, funk, jazz, and soul. Featured bands include some of the area’s most popular tribute bands: Joyride (The Cars), Fog City Swampers (Creedence Clearwater Revival), Natural Wonder (The Ultimate Stevie Wonder Experience), Long Train Running (Doobie Brothers), and Zebop (Santana). Check out the full two-day line up of entertainment.
New This Year. A Salsa Stage and Latin Block Party will be happening at the corner of Park Street & Webb Ave. Enjoy a mojito or margarita from Habanas Cuban Cuisine and get your groove on!
Kids’ Area. An interactive area for kids and their families has been created on Alameda Ave with bounce houses, games, face painting, children’s entertainment by The Dilly Dallies, and that wacky attraction – Waterballerz! Carnival rides will be set up on Park St, from Classic Teacup Spinners to Frog Hoppers.
Shop Downtown Alameda! You’ll find a unique variety of fabulous food and drink establishments, charming shops, friendly services, and fun things to do in the more than 400 businesses located here.
Ride Your Bike to the Festival. Free, secure bike parking will be in the parking lot of Vietnam House, located at 1527 Park St, right across from Alameda Bicycle.
Presenter: Downtown Alameda Business Associaiton
The Downtown Alameda Art & Wine Faire is presented by the Downtown Alameda Business Association www.DowntownAlameda.comas a fundraiser for the district. Proceeds help keep Downtown Alameda clean, green, and safe.The Downtown Alameda Business Association was formed in 1981 to serve as a support network for the 400+ businesses located within the Park Street Business Improvement Area. The Downtown Association’s goal is to develop a vibrant and economically prosperous business district through a united effort of its members.
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