Concerts

Concert Series

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IMPORTANT INFORMATION:

Verified Fair and Concert tickets are only sold by Alameda County Fair through Saffire Ticketing. We cannot and will not guarantee tickets purchased from any third-party sellers. Fair admission sold seperately. No refunds or exchanges.

Amphitheater

Concert Gates Open at 7pm | Show Starts at 8pm

This summer enjoy a GA bleacher seat free with Fair admission. Or, add a reserved club or floor seat ticket to your admission purchase to sit close to the stage or to guarantee your seat. GA bleacher seats are first come, first serve. Day of the concert, stand in line outside the Amphiteheater to claim a seat or visit the Clock Tower (by the Amphitheater) to claim a ticket and return when the Gates open at 7pm.

Concerts tickets do not include Fair admission this year allowing guests to save more by taking advantage of the presale discounted tickets or promotions. If you plan to attend a concert, you will need to buy a General Admission Fair ticket or Season Pass to access the Fairgrounds.

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If a concert sold out of reserved Club and Floor Seats, you can still claim a GA bleacher seat day of or watch from the concert lawn (both free with Fair admission and while supplies last).

Con Funk Shun is a star-quality attraction delivering a superb, high-energy show with electrifying choreography, glistening six-part vocal harmonies, and a dash of humor. They are, unquestionably, among the heroes of Funk with romantic ballads and dance-party hits galore….

Yachtley Crew also known as “The Titans of Soft Rock” will reel you in with their great sounds and fun antics as they perform timeless soft rock hits from the late 70’s and early 80’s. Grab your captain hat and get ready to sing along at the top of your lungs to Hall and Oates, Toto, Christopher Cross and more with The Nations #1 Yacht Rock Band, Yachtley Crew.

John Acosta’s Bee Gees Gold The Tribute is the ultimate salute/experience of seeing the Bee Gees in their prime! The Tribute recreates the look and sound of the Bee Gees from the 60's through the late 70's, spotlighting the unique falsettos that made them a legend.This sensational production will leave you feeling like you just saw the Bee Gees LIVE.

Jesse McCartney is a singer, actor, and songwriter with multiple pop hits such as Choice Summer Song award winner “Leavin’”. His debut solo album “Beautiful Soul” won multiple awards including Favorite Male Singer and Best Male Artist.

Grammy Award-winning Singer/Songwriter Ashanti burst onto the R&B music scene in 2002. Her smash hit album “Ashanti” has won multiple awards and became a triple platinum album. Ashanti’s hit song “Foolish” secured her the #1 spot on six different Billboard charts. Her singles “Rain on Me” and “Rock wit U” have secured Ashanti’s name in the charts as a queen of R&B.

Rock and Roll phenomenon Quiet Riot is the first heavy metal band to top the Billboard pop chart at #1. They became an overnight sensation with their smash album, “Mental Health” which sold over 15 million records worldwide. Quiet Riot’s chart-topping hit singles include “Cum on Feel the Noise” and “Mama Weer All Crazee Now”.

Queen Nation is an amazingly accurate tribute to a throwback 70s-80s Queen concert. Queen Nation is the West Coast’s longest running most authentic fully costumed recreation of a vintage Queen concert. Tapping into the energy of the legendary lead performer of Queen, Freddie Mercury, Queen Nation delivers a mesmerizing performance of Queen's greatest hits. With larger-than-life energy, Queen Nation will take you on a journey playing songs such as “We Will Rock You”, “Bohemian Rhapsody” and many more.

Coming from Veracruz, Mexico, Mi Banda El Mexicano’s music replaces the traditional 14-member band with synthesizers creating a modern twist on a classic sound. Their success transcends many countries including the United States and across South and Central America. Their major hits “No Bailes de Caballito”, “Mary La Orgullosa” and “ Un Ramito de Violetas” have won them many awards and gold and platinum Records - Mi Banda El Mexicano still to this day can be considered as the new wave “Banda” music creators.

American country music artist, Joe Nichols, bridges the gap between old-school and contemporary country music. With multiple hit singles such as “The Impossible” and “Tequila Makes Her Clothes Fall Off”, Joe Nichols’ music mixes sharp songwriting, an appreciation of the genre’s past and modern melodies.

Rapper E-40 is a Bay Area native whose unique rap style has been synonymous with California rap culture since the 90s. E-40 gained a national fan base through his 26 studio albums and multiple collaborations with artists like Lil Jon and T Pain. His hit singles “Tell Me When to Go” and “Choices” feature his signature style of fast rhymes, big bass beats and Bay Area vibes.

Gin Blossoms' sound is a fusion of Pop, Melodic Rock, Folk and Country elements. Their music dominated radio and MTV playlists for almost a decade and the group was a natural ’90s mainstay. The band is known for its high-energy, loose, and informal shows full of lively stage banter and hits like “Hey Jealousy”, “Til I Hear It From You”, “Follow You Down” and more. Gin Blossoms' music has endured decades and demonstrates a timeless appeal.

George Michael Reborn - a tribute to the late, great legend. With his live vocals, Robert Bartko exudes the energy and passion of George in the 80s and 90s. Get ready to dance to hits like “Wake Me Up Before You Go-Go” and “Careless Whisper”. Robert's vocal range and dance moves will leave you feeling like you’re listening to the real deal George Michael.

Purple Reign captures the imagination and seamlessly re-creates the blistering performances and raw energy of Prince in his prime and returns you to the era that made “The Artist” an International Superstar. Featuring a tribute to Morris Day &The Time, this show is a must-see for “Purple Rain” movie fans and all live music fans alike!

Multi-Platinum selling band LANCO continues to forge new territory after the roots-frontier explorers and live-performance junkies broke out with the 2x Platinum multi-week #1 hit “Greatest Love Story." As LANCO continues to "bring the full-band sound back to Country" (Newsday) the five-man band will build off their deep-rooted connection with fans on their headlining HONKY-TONK HIPPIES TOUR.

Night Ranger have earned widespread recognition that includes both multi-platinum and gold album status all while leaving their indelible mark on the music industry with a long list of best-selling albums (DawnPatrol, Midnight Madness, 7 Wishes, Big Life, and Man In Motion). Having sold over 17 Million albums worldwide, performed across more than 4000 stages, and captivated a radio audience that exceeds 1 Billion, Night Ranger has both epitomized and transcended the arena rock sound and style well beyond that era.

LeAnn Rimes has placed over 40 singles on international charts, sold over 37 million records worldwide and won many major industry awards including two Grammys. LeAnn Rimes has earned widespread national acclaim for her country pop music hit singles “Blue”, “How Do I Live”, “Something’s Gotta Give” and many more.

Mirage is the critically acclaimed tribute recreation of Fleetwood Mac in concert complimented by Stevies Nicks herself! Mirage continues to dazzle audiences with pitch-perfect recreations as well as capturing the look right down to the last detail.

Super Diamond -- tribute to the much loved, international pop icon Neil Diamond -- perform the timeless classics including "Sweet Caroline," "America," "Cherry Cherry;" "Song Sung Blue," "Forever in Blue Jeans" and many more. Super Diamond's success in America is unprecedented for a tribute band. With a nod from Neil (the man himself), Super Diamond has been embraced by the long-time Neil Diamond fan-base and also found huge popularity in the hip rock clubs of America.

From her looks to her voice, Karla Perez pays tribute to one of the best Mexican-American performers of our time. Selena The Show will take audiences on a musical journey back to the early ‘90s, as Perez performs Selena’s best-loved hits, including “Como La Flor,” “Bidi Bidi Bom Bom,” “Dreaming of You,” “I Could Fall in Love,” “Amor Prohibido” and more. Audiences can sing along to Selena’s greatest hits as they relive her music in an engaging, high-energy tribute performance.

Often appearing high on the charts, Jalisco, Mexico's large norteño group Banda Machos have, along with Banda el Recodo, paved the way for the la quebradita style in Mexican music, melding banda with ranchera and cumbia to create a more danceable approach to tradition.

*Saffire Tix is the only authorized ticket resource for the 2023 Alameda County Fair Concert Series. To ensure authenticity, tickets must be purchased directly from Saffire or the Fair’s website. Tickets purchased from other websites or vendors will not scan and will not be honored.

Season pass holders do not purchase tickets through this webpage, check your email on how to buy early and save!

Subject to change.

Choose Your Seats

Floor & Club Reserved

Seat selection required

Tickets are $25 each and only $15 each for tribute bands – Fair Admission sold separately

Reserved Seat tickets include concert admission and easy access into the Amphitheater

Floor seating:
Floor and Club have seat backs

ga Bleacher seats

Open seating, while supplies last

Free with General Admission. One ticket voucher per person.

Must purchase General Fair Admission or a Season Pass to enter the Fairgrounds

Stand in line by the Amphitheater to claim a seat or visit the Clock Tower for a ticket to return at 7pm when the gates open.

Bleacher seating:
GA Bleachers are bench seats with metal backs

Lawn Seating

Watch live streaming from the Michelob Ultra Concert Lawn outside the Amphitheater from a Jumbotron Screen

Free with your Fair Admission, no reservation required, open seating

Lawn seating:
There are adirondack chairs and flat areas to put down a blanket or low-profile chair

Accessible Seats

Guests may purchase accessible seating in advance (club and floor level seats) on a first-come, first-served basis, plus one companion. Free General Admission Bleacher accessible seats are also available day of while supplies last. Please note, some accessible seating may require walking up steps.

Sensory kits will be available for guests of all ages with sensory needs at no charge. These can be found at our guest services trailer near the Grandstands.

Season Pass Holders

Besides unlimited Fair admission, Season Pass holders are entitled to early access to reserved seats on all concerts and tasting fests.

Drone Show

Enjoy a nightly Drone Show over the Stella Artois Grandstand following each concert at 9:30pm (no show on July 4). Special Drone + Fireworks Show on Friday, June 16 and 30.

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