Thousands Attend 52nd Fall Festival
Photos courtesy of Cathy Breslow/Breslow Imaging
It was a weekend full of dancing, music, food, and community spirit as people came to celebrate this year’s Castro Valley Fall Festival. The two-day event (September 7-8) had spectacular weather and high energy.
Crowds cheered on the performances of local music and dance troupes, shoppers filled their bags with local art and information from dozens of boots, and diners enjoyed a diverse cuisine selection, such as pure cane sugar juice and fried catfish.
Attendees also got to meet with local dignitaries, including Alameda County Supervisor Nate Miley and Alameda County Sheriff Yesenia Sanchez.
According to Castro Valley and Eden Area Chamber of Commerce officials, 40,000 people attended.
“But we could not do this by ourselves. We want to thank all of the many people who will make it a huge success. This includes all the vendors, performers, sponsors, and guests,” said Chamber CEO Gary Slate.
Slate said he was also grateful to the volunteers who helped set up late Friday night, manage festival operations all day Saturday and Sunday, and clean up late Sunday night.
Next year, the Fall Festival turns 53.