Road Closures Planned for Major Special Events in August
The City of Fremont is excited to announce several upcoming community events in the Downtown Area and in the Niles District. Please note the following road closures for each event and plan accordingly.
1. Festival of the Arts: Saturday, August 6 and Sunday, August 7, 2022
The Fremont Festival of the Arts is scheduled for Saturday and Sunday, August 6 -7 from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Several roads in the City's Downtown District will be closed and impacted by the event.
Road Closure: Please note the following road closures from Friday, August 5 from 2:00 p.m. to Sunday, August 7 at 11:59 p.m.
- Paseo Padre Pkwy – between Capitol Ave and Stevenson Blvd
- Liberty Street – between Beacon Ave and Sundale Ave
- Walnut Ave. – between Civic Center Dr & California St
- Hastings Street – between Capitol Ave and Mowry Ave
Parking Lot Closure: The following parking lots will be closed from Friday, August 5 from 2:00 p.m. to Sunday, August 7 at 11:59 p.m.
- City Hall Parking Lot
- City of Fremont Family Resources Center (FRC) Parking Lot
- City of Fremont Development Services Center Parking Lot
Event Information:
https://www.fremontfestival.net
2. Hot August Niles Car Show: Sunday, August 14, 2022
The Annual Hot August Niles Car Show will take place on Sunday, August 14 from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. in the Niles District.
Road Closure: The following roads will be closed on Sunday, August 14 from 6:00 a.m. and to reopen by 5:00 p.m.
- Niles Blvd - between "J" Street and "G" Street
- "H" Street - between Second Street and Niles Blvd
- "I" Street - between Second Street and Niles Blvd
- Iron Horse Lane - between "H" and "I" Streets
Parking Lot Closure: The following parking lots will be closed from Saturday, August 13 from 7:00 p.m. to Sunday, August 14 at 5:00 p.m.
- City parking lots next to Niles Plaza
Event information:
https://www.niles.org/2022-events/hot-august-niles-car-show
3. Festival of India Mela and Parade: Saturday, August 20 and Sunday, August 21, 2022
The Festival of India will take place at the Fremont Court House and surrounding areas in Downtown Fremont on Saturday, August 20 and Sunday, August 21 from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.The parade will take on Sunday, August 21 from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Road Closure:
Mela: The following road will be closed on Saturday, August 20 from 6:00 a.m. to Sunday, August 21 at 11:59 p.m.
- Walnut Avenue – between Paseo Padre Parkway and Liberty Street
Parade: The following additional road closures will take place on Sunday, August 21 from 6:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. for the parade.
- Paseo Padre Parkway – between Mowry Ave and Stevenson Blvd
- Liberty Street – between Capitol Ave and Beacon Ave
- Capitol Ave – between State St and Paseo Padre Parkway
- Kearny St – between Stevenson Blvd and Liberty Ave
Parking Lot Closure: The following parking lots will be closed on Sunday, August 21 from 6:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. for the parade.
- City Hall Parking Lot
- City of Fremont Family Resources Center (FRC) Parking Lot
- City of Fremont Development Services Center Parking Lot
Event Information:
https://fogsv.com/fog-india-day-mela-fair/
4. Niles Antique Faire and Flea Market: Sunday, August 28, 2022
The Niles Antique Faire and Flea Market will take place on Sunday, August 28 in the Niles District from 6:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Road Closure: The following roads will be closed on Sunday, August 28 from 2:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
- Niles Blvd., between “G” Street and “J” Street
- “G” Street, “H” Street and “I” Street, between Second Street and Niles Blvd
- Iron Horse Lane between” F” and “J” Street
- “F” Street, between 3rd Street and Niles Blvd: Road open; No Parking
- “J” Street: reserved for disabled parking during event
- Niles Blvd. in front of Joe’s Corner: reserved for disabled parking during event
Parking Lot Closure: The following parking lots will be closed on Saturday, August 27 from 7:00 p.m. to Sunday, August 28 at 6:00 p.m.
- City parking lots next to Niles Plaza
Event information:
https://www.niles.org/2022-events/niles-antique-faire
As with all special events, Fremont Police Department asks attendees to please refrain from bringing backpacks and large bags into the area. All bags are subject to search. In addition, UAVs (drones) will not be permitted to fly over the event.
During all events, always be aware of your surroundings and report suspicious activities. We ask:
If You See Something, Say Something. If you see suspicious behavior or situations, do not confront the individuals involved. In a non-emergency, call Fremont Police Department at
(510) 790-6800 option 3 or TEXT-A-TIP: text “TIP FREMONTPD” followed by your message to 888-777. In an emergency or to report a crime in progress, please dial 9-1-1.
The COVID-19 pandemic remains a challenge in California. While community events are allowed, Fremont we would like to remind everyone to practice social distancing, mask wearing, and other health protocols when appropriate and when required. Adherence to any State and Regional Health Order in effect during the events will be required. For latest information, please visit the Alameda County’s
COVID-19 webpage.
