La Pulgita – The People’s Flea Market
Discover unique treasures, local flavors, and community vibes every Wednesday at La Pulgita – The People’s Flea Market at the Santa Clara County Fairgrounds.
Santa Clara County Fairgrounds
Upcoming Events
The Bernal Scream: Two Haunted Attractions
2026 Double Attraction Season Announcement The Bernal Scream is pleased to announce our 2026 season!
San Jose Reptile Show October
Explore the Bay Area’s largest reptile expo, featuring thousands of live reptiles, amphibians, invertebrates, plants, and supplies. A family-friendly San Jose tradition supporting local businesses and reptile enthusiasts.
Veterans Stand Down
Santa Clara County’s 2026 Stand Down is a free 2-day event from Thursday. November 5, 2026 through Friday, November 6, 2026, designed to provide services to support all veterans with a focus on those who are unhoused, at risk of becoming unhoused, or food insecure.
2026 Rabbit & Cavy Show
The Santa Clara County Rabbit & Cavy Show returns to the Fairgrounds for two days of showing, youth competition and a whole lot of fun
Time Tunnel Toys
The San Jose Super Toy & Comic Book Show returns to the Santa Clara County Fairgrounds for a weekend packed with nostalgia, rare finds, and incredible collectibles. With over 250 tables of toys, comics, action figures, memorabilia, and pop culture treasures, this is a must-visit event for fans of all ages.
East Bay Card Show
Calling all collectors, traders, and hobby enthusiasts! The East Bay Card Show is bringing over 400 tables of sports cards, Pokémon, TCG, collectibles, memorabilia, and more to the Santa Clara County Fairgrounds.
The Stampede – Diamond in the Rough
The Stampede returns to the Santa Clara County Fairgrounds for another year of competition, camaraderie, and unforgettable moments in the show ring. Join us as we celebrate the hard work, dedication, and potential that make every exhibitor a diamond in the rough!
Foodieland
FoodieLand is America's largest food festival producer, uniting local talent, small businesses, and global flavors in one vibrant experience
Venue Rentals
Host Your Event
Looking for a flexible venue for your next expo, celebration, show, or community gathering? Explore event spaces at the Santa Clara County Fairgrounds.
Entry Policy
Know before you go
Security screening applies to all guests. Check what you can bring before you arrive.
See the full entry policyAllowed
- Blankets
- Camel packs and non-breakable water containers
- Registered service dogs
- Diaper bags
Not allowed
- Guns, knives, or weapons of any kind
- Mace or pepper spray
- Firecrackers and fireworks
- Alcohol or flasks
- Illegal drugs or narcotics
- Cannabis products of any kind
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Santa Clara County Fairgrounds
We are located at the heart of Silicon Valley. The perfect venue for Concerts, Festivals, Trade Shows, Runs, Home Shows, RV Shows and Sales, Corporate Meetings, Team Building, Weddings, Quinceañeras, Auto Shows & Fundraisers and more.
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PUBLIC EVENTS
We offer a wide range of venues so you can find the perfect place to hold your Concerts, Festivals, Trade Shows, Runs, Home Shows, Fundraisers and more.
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PRIVATE EVENTS
We offer a wide range of venues for Weddings, Quinceañeras, Anniversaries and more.
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Why us?
Unforgettable experience
The Santa Clara County Fairgrounds is a perfect event venue because it has everything you need to create the event of your dreams.
Premier Location
Centrally located in Silicon Valley with 1.7 million residents and closely located to extensive hotel accommodations and downtown transportation.
Lots of Space
With 100+ acres of land and more than 150,000 square feet of indoor space there is plenty of room to design the perfect festival layout.
Great Visibility
Direct marketing to 1.1 million annual visitors and access to our new digital reader board located on heavily traveled Monterey Highway.
Public Transportation
Public transportation has a stop right at our main entrance on Tully Road.
Fun for Everyone
The Fairgrounds is already home to a very diverse array of events which attract families looking for entertainment.
Turnkey Venue
The Santa Clara County Fairgrounds is a turnkey festival ready venue capable of hosting over 30,000 guests a day.
Celebrating 81 Years!
The Fairgrounds is a very flexible venue celebrating more than 81 years of serving the local community.
Interactive Map
Explore Fairgrounds
Explore the 2026 Fair Layout
Planning to participate in a future Fair? Take a look at the 2026 Fair Map to see how vendors, attractions, stages, activities, and key areas were distributed throughout the grounds. This map provides a helpful reference for prospective exhibitors, vendors, partners, and participants interested in understanding how the Fair was organized in 2026 and what to expect when planning for next year.
View the 2026 Fair Map (PDF)
Proud member of
The Western Fairs Association
It is a non-profit organization that represents and supports the industry of fairs, exhibitions and events by offering a wide range of services and resources for its members, such as training and advice. It also promotes education and the preservation of agricultural culture.
Our Brands
We are a big family
The Fairgrounds offers 167,000 square feet under roof, plus several acres of outdoor space and parking areas.
Our Clients
Our goal is to provide a memorable experience for all of our customers and visitors.
Become a Volunteer
Join us as a volunteer to make our Fair, Bingo nights, and year-round events at the Santa Clara County Fairgrounds unforgettable! Whether it’s during the bustling fair season or other community events, your time makes a real difference. Help us create memories, connect with others, and celebrate Santa Clara County traditions!
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