4Cs of Alameda County's 2026 Children's Fair
May 16, 2026 | 10am-1pm | 22351 City Center Drive, Hayward, CA
We are excited to announce that 4Cs of Alameda County will be hosting its Annual FREE Children’s Fair on Saturday, May 16, 2026. This year we expect 1,500 community members to join us for fun, food, books, entertainment, children’s activities, and access to community resources. The Children’s Fair will be held at 22351 City Center Drive in Hayward from 10am to 1pm.
Providing vital services in our community, 4Cs is a nonprofit family resource agency dedicated to strengthening children, families, and child care providers in Alameda County. Founded in 1972, 4Cs of Alameda County remain dedicated to its mission to develop and coordinate resources to strengthen families and children.
PLEASE NOTE: Parking is limited, taking public transportation or carpooling and planning for ample time to park is strongly suggested. The driveway to and from City Center Drive and 2nd Street and the lower Plaza Center parking lot will be CLOSED. Please enter the Plaza Center parking lot from Foothill Boulevard. View the parking map here.
View and share the Childen’s Fair flyer (PDF) in English, Spanish, and Chinese.
Join us for
Kids can choose their favorite design and get it painted on their hands or arms.
Bring your favorite stuffy for a quick and fun check-up at the Kaiser Permanente Teddy Bear Clinic!
Everyone’s favorite Blue Heeler puppy, Bluey, returns for a special appearance!
Get your Children’s Fair Passport stamped at each booth and turn it in at the door prize table for a chance to win an awesome prize!
And more!!
The Eat. Learn. Play. Bus will provide free books and nutritious meals to kids and families in attendance.
Local nonprofit social services organizations will connect you to community resources, including educational opportunities, food programs, and health services.
Entertainment Schedule
| 10:00am | Opening |
| 10:15am | Cultural Dance Performance by Ballet Folklorico Mexicano |
| 10:45am | Door Prize Drawing with State Senator Aisha Wahab |
| 10:52am | Storytime with 4Cs Staff |
| 11:10am | Remarks by Hayward Mayor Mark Salinas |
| 11:15am | Welcome by 4Cs CEO Takija Gardner |
| 11:20am | Door Prize Drawing with Bluey |
| 11:30am | Juggling Performance by Draco the Juggler |
| 12:05pm | Puppet Show by Ricky Roo and Friends |
| 12:55pm | Door Prize Drawing and Closing |
THANK YOU TO OUR GENEROUS SUPPORTERS
Presenting Sponsors
Champion Sponsors
Luci Fogg
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