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Holiday Happenings: Downtown Alameda Winter Market
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Celebrate the season with sparkle & fun! Our inaugural Downtown Alameda Winter Market will welcome local vendors, entertainment, festive sips and delicious bites. As daytime turns to dusk, the lights start to twinkle and the Hot Cocoa Stroll will begin. The Hot Cocoa Stroll & Winter Market will pair nicely with the City of Alameda’s Holiday Celebration planned for that evening.
SAVE THE DATE: Saturday, December 2nd from 12-8PM
We will feature as many of our local artisans, purveyors and vendors as possible. You can find out more information and sign up for a booth here: Vendor Online Application – Winter Market.
The event will be Saturday, December 2nd from 12-8PM and will take place on Central Ave (between Park and Oak) and in Parking Lot C. The family favorite Hot Cocoa Stroll is scheduled that same evening from 6-8PM! For more holiday happenings in the district, check out: downtownalameda.com/holidays
Sip, Savor, Discover: Autumn Wine Stroll is Back!
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Sip and stroll your way through our historic downtown district tasting exquisite wines at the return of the Downtown Alameda Autumn Wine Stroll on Saturday, October 21, from 12:00-4:00pm. Enjoy an afternoon filled with good vino, hors d’oeuvres and entertainment while learning about the unique styles of featured wineries and local chefs.
The Alameda Strolls are a great way to discover new places and support local businesses. Ticket holders will visit 12+ unique downtown shops and spaces to enjoy premium wine tastings from a fantastic selection of wineries. And while at select locations, guests will enjoy hors d’oeuvres prepared by local chefs.
Ticket prices include a collectible tasting glass, premium wine tastings at 12+ unique downtown businesses, hors d’oeuvres prepared by local chefs at select locations, a commemorative guide and exclusive offers.
Read MoreNew Businesses in Downtown Alameda (September 2023)
Happy Fall! We’d like to introduce the newest Downtown Alameda businesses to open, and others that are in the works.
New Downtown Businesses:
Bullseye Glass, 1911 Park Street
Bay Area destination for the full line of Bullseye sheet glass, stringer, frit, and powder – plus all the tools you need to work with them. They also offer classes and open studio access for all levels to empower anyone to create with color and light.
Hummus Republic, 2402 Central Avenue
Fast casual modern Mediterranean kitchen specializing in flavorful and healthy customizable “build your own” wraps, pitas or bowls. Plus they offer unlimited toppings!
Lao and Sushi Bistro, 1305 Park Street
Offers the unique experience where you can enjoy a wide variety of flavorful Lao favorites and fresh Japanese dishes. Where else can you order some nam kao or a bowl of kao soy gai with a side sushi roll?
Park Social, 1222 Park Street
Cannabis boutique and lounge centrally located in the heart of Alameda’s downtown district offering a hand-picked selection of premium cannabis products in a classy, playful space nostalgic of the roaring 20’s.
Park St. Vintage, 1322 Park Street
Vintage consignment shop located in the heart of the district showcasing vintage curators, collectors, artists and makers. In addition to clothing, they have vintage home goods and handmade pieces from vendors who come from near and far.
Signal Coffee Roasters, 2318A Central Avenue
At SIGNAL’s second Alameda cafe location, they feature their SIGNAL brand house roasted, small batch coffee, along with custom blended specialty drinks, and gourmet pastries.
Tasty Point, 2412 Park Street
At Tasty Point, everyone gets their own hot pot! Try the Taiwanese Spicy Hot Pot or the Tom Yum Shrimp Hot Pot for something different.
More Businesses in the Works:
Read MoreAuthentically, Alameda!
What an incredible weekend and turnout for the 36th Anniversary of the Downtown Alameda Art & Wine Faire! We are grateful to the vendors who participated in the inaugural, Authentically, Alameda! area and we hope the community will continue to support the businesses, vendors, organizations and sponsors.
B = Downtown Business
N = Nonprofit Organization
S = Sponsor
V = Vendor
For all other vendors that were along the Park Street area of the Art & Wine Faire, please email: information@eckerstromproductions.com.
Sip, Savor, Discover: Rock & Roll Beer Stroll Returns!
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It’s back! Sip and stroll your way through our historic downtown district tasting local beer selections paired with yummy bites at select pouring locations at the Downtown Alameda Rock & Roll Beer Stroll. Enjoy an afternoon filled with food, drink, and entertainment while learning about the unique styles of Northern California breweries and local chefs. The fun happens Saturday, June 17, 1:00-5:00pm.
The Alameda Strolls are a great way to discover new places and support local businesses. Ticket holders will visit 13+ unique downtown shops and spaces to enjoy premium beer tastings from a fantastic selection of Northern California breweries. And while at select stops, guests will enjoy a savory or sweet bite perfectly paired with each beer.
Ticket prices include a collectible tasting glass, premium beer tastings at 13+ unique downtown businesses, a delicious bite at select locations prepared by a downtown eatery, a commemorative guide, as well as goodies and prizes from downtown businesses.
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