Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Thrift Fest will have a mix of thrift, vintage, makers and creators. You will find vendors specializing in clothing, jewelry, art, home goods, collectibles and more!

Most vendors accept some combination of credit cards, venmo, cash app, and/or paypal. Some vendors could be cash only. We also have an ATM on site.

1.    Vendors can bring anything they'd like to sell at Thrift Fest, with the exception of food and beverage items.
2.    Carts are allowed.
3.    Outside food and beverages are NOT allowed.
4.    NO dogs allowed at the fairgrounds.

Yes! There will be food and beverages on site available for purchase at Thrift Fest.

Vendors can apply to be a vendor on our website. We will get back to you in approximately 2-3 business days, most likely much sooner as we get closer to the event date. Vendor booths are 10x10. Vendors will get notified when they are chosen to participate in our event and must make payment within 48 hours to confirm their spot. Vendor booths are expected to sell out. All interested vendors are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.

Tickets are $7 General Admission. 10 and Under are FREE.

You can buy visitor tickets  on this website or on the Alameda County Fairgrounds website.

ALL visitor tickets MUST be purchased online whether before the event or on site with a QR code the day of the event.

We HIGHLY recommended to purchase your ticket BEFORE you arrive at Thrift Fest. This will save you a lot of time. Have your ticket ready to scan at the door.

Parking is $15. You can buy parking tickets on this website or Alameda County Fairgrounds website. Parking can also be purchased at the entrance gate to the fairgrounds with debit or credit card. There is plenty of parking and in very close proximity to the event site.

Historic Downtown Pleasanton is less than a mile away from Thrift Fest with many small businesses, restaurants, bars, galleries, lodging, & more. Visit https://www.pleasantondowntown.net for more information on what Downtown Pleasanton has to offer.

Tell all your friends, share the event with your community, and follow us on social media: Instagram @thriftfestca.

We’re also looking for some awesome volunteers if you’d like to join as well as sponsors!

Vendors & visitors can follow us on social media: Instagram @thriftfestca or join our email list to stay up to date on any Thrift Fest news.