What's Happening
Calling all junior entrepreneurs! The Alameda Children’s Business Fair is back on May 2 from 12-5pm as part of our Downtown Alameda Spring Market! This is an opportunity for your little one to come up with a business idea, execute it, and actually sell their products at a market! It’s a lot of fun to participate as a seller or you can support the budding entrepreneurs by being a customer.
Apply here! Applications will close on Sunday, April 26 or when they reach capacity.
Bring the family down to the return of our Spring Market on Saturday, May 2 from 12-5PM! It will feature curated vendors & purveyors with goods and foods for sale, interactive community booths, live music, spring vibes and tasty beverages for everyone’s enjoyment.
Saturday, May 2, 2026 from 12-5PM
Event happens rain or shine!
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 – Spring Market.
The event will be Saturday, May 2 from 12-5PM and will take place on Central Ave (between Park and Oak), in Parking Lot C and onto Alameda Ave.
Spring Market FAQs:
What are the hours of the event?
The event takes place 12:00pm – 5:00pm on Saturday, May 2, 2026.
How many arts and crafts vendors are at this event?
45+ craft vendors.
Do you accept credit cards?
We now accept credit cards, debit cards, Apple Pay, and Google Pay at our beverage booth. Craft and food vendors have their own payment process and most of them accept cards.
Where are the ATMs located?
There are no additional ATMs at the event this year – a few banks have ATMs in the district.
Where are the porta-potties located?
At Alameda Ave & Park Street, near 2325 Alameda Ave.
Where can I find parking?
The Civic Center Parking Structure is located at 1416 Oak Street, within easy walking distance of our check-in location. You can also find parking on nearby residential streets.
I have a bike, where can I park it?
Free, secure parking is available in the bike parking area near the Eagles Hall (2305 Alameda Ave).
I lost my phone/wallet/purse/jacket/other. Do you have a Lost & Found?
Found items will be taken to the Beverage Booth at the corner of Central & Park (near 1365 Park Street).
I lost my kid. Where do I go to get help?
Alameda Police Officers are patrolling the event area. If you do not see uniformed officers, call 911 or go to the Beverage Booth where an event volunteer can contact the police for you. To help locate your child quickly, give the name of your child and describe what he/she is wearing.
Is this event a fundraiser?
Yes! Proceeds help the Downtown Association accomplish its goals and objectives of keeping the district economically sustainable and thriving for businesses, the community, and visitors. A portion of beverage sales are placed in a special fund for projects that help keep Downtown Alameda clean, green, and safe for all to enjoy.
Inspired by the global excitement of the FIFA World Cup, this year’s Alameda Restaurant Week brings the spirit of international competition to our local dining scene. The Soccer World Cup is the world’s largest sporting event, first held in 1930, and is celebrated for bringing countries together through friendly competition, culture, and pride. The tournament was last hosted in the United States in 1994, and will return to North America in 2026, when the City of Alameda will welcome an international team training at the Oakland Roots Training Facility at Harbor Bay Business Park. Much like the World Cup, this campaign highlights global diversity, storytelling, and community participation.
During this year’s Restaurant Week, diners will get to play food critics and champion their favorite spots by building a Restaurant World Cup Bracket. Instead of traditional matchups, participants create their own bracket by selecting their favorite restaurants from all participating Restaurant Week locations. The restaurants that appear and advance the furthest in the most brackets earn points, and one restaurant will be crowned the Alameda Restaurant World Cup Champion.
From March 20–29, 2026, food lovers can enjoy prix fixe menus and specials from participating restaurants, bars, breweries, and bakeries. Complete a Restaurant Bracket and submit receipts to win grand prizes!
More details on ARW and how to enter to win!
Participating Downtown Alameda Restaurants:
| Business name | Address |
| Alameda Brewing | 1716 Park Street |
| Alameda Cinema Grill | 2301 Central Avenue |
| Alley & Vine | 1332 Park Street Suite D |
| Asena Restaurant | 2508 Santa Clara Avenue |
| Ballpark Alameda | 1508 Park Street |
| Boba Me Alameda | 1342 Park Street |
| Burma Superstar | 1345 Park Street |
| Crepe Haven | 1348 Park Street |
| Dragon Rouge | 2337 Blanding Avenue |
| East End | 1650 Park Street Unit A |
| Fowl + Fare | 2534 Santa Clara Avenue |
| Gim’s Chinese Kitchen Express | 2322 Lincoln Avenue |
| Hang Ten Boiler | 2315 Santa Clara Avenue |
| Julie’s Coffee & Tea Garden | 1223 Park Street |
| La Penca Azul | 1440 Park Street |
| Moxie Steakhouse | 1640 Park Street |
| Park Station | 1200 Park Street |
| Poke Koma | 1354 Park Street |
| Sidestreet Pho | 2304 Encinal Avenue |
| Sushi Broadway | 2549 Santa Clara Avenue |
| T4 Alameda | 1434 Park Street |
| Taco Fino | 1506 Park Street |
| The Hobnob | 1313 Park Street |
| The Local | 1333 Park Street |
| The Pampered Pup | 1401 Park Street |
| The Park Street Tavern | 1901 Park Street |
| The Star on Park | 1400 Park Street |
| Tomatina | 1338 Park Street |
| Toomie’s Thai | 1433 Park Street |
| Tucker’s Ice Cream | 1349 Park Street |
| Yellowtail Japanese Bistro | 1332 Park Street Suite C |
It’s back! Sip and stroll your way through our historic downtown district tasting premium small-batch whiskeys during the 8th Annual Downtown Alameda Whiskey Stroll. Enjoy an evening filled with craft spirits and entertainment while learning about the unique styles from the distillers. The popular event returns on Friday, March 27, 6:00-9:00pm.
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 taste small-batch whiskeys from a fantastic selection of California distilleries. And while at select stops, guests will enjoy a savory or sweet bite perfectly paired with the whiskey.
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It’s back! Sip and stroll your way through our historic downtown district tasting premium local and international rum selections served neat at the 2nd Annual Downtown Alameda Rum Stroll. Enjoy an evening filled with craft spirits, live music, and a few tasty bites while learning about the unique styles from the distillers. The fun happens Friday, September 26 from 6:00-9:00pm.
The Alameda Strolls are a great way to discover new places and support local businesses. Ticket holders will visit 10+ unique downtown shops and spaces to enjoy premium rum tastings from a fantastic selection of distillers. And while at some of the stops, guests will enjoy a savory or sweet bite perfectly paired with each rum tasting.
Ticket prices include a collectible tasting glass, premium rum tastings at 10+ unique downtown businesses, a delicious bite at select locations prepared by a local eatery, and a commemorative guide.
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