Start the summer with a bang at the San Mateo County Fair! The popular county fair has been around for a century, and today is the first day of its 2026 run. This year’s theme is “In Bloom,” a nod to the fair’s beginnings in 1926 as the “Little Flower Show.”
From June 5-14, 2026, people from all over the Bay Area will flock to the San Mateo County Event Center for an unforgettable celebration of music, carnival rides, technology, and local vendors.
This weekend’s events are highly anticipated, although there’s still plenty to enjoy through mid-June. Here’s a quick breakdown of what to expect.
- June 5-6: Bayside 101 Music Festival – with performances across 3 stages
- June 6: AMECA – one of the world’s most advanced talking humanoid robots
- June 5-7: Drone shows – immediately following main stage performances (If you can’t make it to this weekend’s drone shows, check out these Harry Potter drone shows coming up in San Jose and Sacramento!)
- June 5-7: Retro Roadshow – featuring a private collection of rare computers and video game consoles
- June 6-14: Great American Duck Races – audience volunteers send ducks to race through the water
- June 6-14: All-Alaskan Racing Pigs – an adorable and educational pig racing show
- June 5-14: A-MAZE-D – Artists and puzzle designers present their cardboard box mazes and interactive activities.
- June 5-14: Felton Institute Concert Series – Check out free concerts every day from artists including Jay Sean, Hirie, Orquesta San Vicente, and more.
- Themed days – Each day celebrates a different theme, including Senior Day, Family Pride Day, Día de la Feria, Pacific Islands Day, and Kids Free Day.
At a glance: Attending the San Mateo County Fair
🗓️ Dates: June 5-14, 2026. Closed on June 8-9.
📍 Address: San Mateo County Event Center, 1346 Saratoga Dr, San Mateo, CA 94403
🎟️ Tickets: $21 general admission
🌐 Website: SanMateoCountyFair.com
