626 Night Market is returning to the Bay Area this summer, offering a weekend packed with global street eats, music, and cultural festivities. Inspired by Asia’s vibrant open-air night markets, the event features over 200 vendors offering food, crafts, games, and live entertainment.
Highlights
- The 626 Night Market returns to the Alameda County Fairgrounds from July 25-27.
- The event will host dozens of food stalls, merchandise stalls, and art walks.
- The festival will feature a silent disco and K-Pop dance challenges throughout the weekend.
626 Night Market Makes a Comeback
While Santa Anita Park in Arcadia serves as its main venue, 626 Night Market also pops up in Santa Monica, San Diego, Orange County, and the Bay Area. Some of the highlights of the festival are picnic-friendly outdoor grounds, festival-style food stalls and trucks, and a themed entertainment lineup.
When: July 25 to July 27
- Friday: 3 PM to 11 PM
- Saturday & Sunday: 1 PM to 11 PM
Where: Alameda County Fairgrounds, Gate 8 – 2005 Valley Ave, Pleasanton, CA 94566
Food, Music, and Art
Food is at the heart of 626 Night Market, with hundreds of vendors serving up everything from traditional comfort dishes to inventive fusion bites. From snacks to fusion bites, the event gathers around 200 vendors with stalls and food trucks. The festival celebrates Asian culture with classics like dumplings and skewers, alongside eye-catching, social media-friendly treats.
Bay Area attendees can expect returning favorites like Baobabies, Bun Me Up, Gen Korean BBQ, Ice Cream Garden, and Tokyo Udon, among many others. The food lineup offers a great way to explore bold flavors and discover new favorites.
In addition to live performances, interactive challenges have become a standout attraction at recent festivals. 626 Night Market will host silent discos in every event. Local DJs keep attendees dancing and singing late into the night.
626 Night Market will also host an art walk capturing moments of creativity. Shoppers can browse handmade goods like press-on nails, knit bags, candles, and trendy accessories, including charms for Crocs and custom license plate frames.
With over 200 vendors, dance challenges, games, art, and handmade goods, 626 Night Market is a celebration of culture, community, and creativity. The Bay Area edition brings a unique blend of flavor and flair, offering locals a festive summer experience under the stars. Tickets for the event are available online.
