Pittsburg Seafood Festival in Contra Costa County, California
Have Fun at the 25th Annual Event, September 12-13, 2009
Pittsburg, CA 94565
United States of America
If so, get ready for the 25th annual Pittsburg Seafood Festival in Pittsburg, California, out near the eastern portion of Contra Costa County. The scrumptious seafood celebration is a great time for the whole family.
This year's Pittsburg Seafood Festival will include great seafood, of course, and also arts and crafts, live entertainment, and a play area for children. The event is wildly popular so make sure you show up early. Try and take the free shuttle from the Pittsburg BART station.
The 2009 Pittsburg Seafood Festival will not have as many activities or exhibits this year as in years past, according to the Contra Costa Times. The tough economic times have meant that the City of Pittsburg does not as much money for the event but they are making every attempt to make it special and memorable.
Event Details
The Pittsburg Seafood Festival runs from September 12-13, 2009, according to the official website at PittsburgChamber.org. On Saturday the 12th, the hours are from 10am to 7pm. On Sunday the 13th, the hours are from 10am to 6pm.
Note that the event has an admission fee $8.00 per adult. Luckily, kids under the age of six are free as long as they are accompanied by a paying adult.
Festival Location
The festival will be held near downtown Pittsburg and the Pittsburg marina. Parking will be sparse in the downtown area so try and take BART to the Pittsburg-Bay Point station or simply park at the BART station and ride the free shuttle from there to the festival. Also, parking will be available at the Pittsburg Unified School District parking lot on Loveridge Road. A shuttle will be available from there too.
Remember that thousands of people will be attending this event so be patient and kind to all of your neighbors. Be friendly and strike up conversations with people. Get to know your neighbors. Also be mindful of the people who live in the community near downtown and the marina areas.
Tips for You
The City of Pittsburg and Contra Costa County get very hot in September so remember these tips before you drive or take public transportation to the 25th annual Pittsburg Seafood Festival in Pittsburg, California. Put on your sunscreen. Wear sunglasses and hats to cover yourself and your children. Make sure you take plenty of water.
More Information
How to get more information? First, go online and visit the festival's website at PittsburgChamber.org. Other information can be found at the City of Pittsburg's website.
Sources
"Scaled-down Pittsburg Seafood Festival hopes to reel in visitors.," Paul Burgarino, Contra Costa Times, June 17, 2009.
Pittsburg California Seafood Festival, official website
Pittsburg California, City of Pittsburg website
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3 Comments
Post a Commentshhh Darrin, you are frightening away all the fishes, crabs and marine creatures
You're very good at these, and I especially like the tips you offer. Good ideas!
Sounds like fun!