California is one of the best places to visit in the world. The Golden State is blessed with some of the most spectacular sights to behold and exciting places to visit. A mecca for celebrities and the glam lifestyle, the region is home to the world-famous film industry, Hollywood, the tech headquarters of the world, Silicon Valley, and the iconic Golden Gate Bridge. Aside from these incredible places, the state has a fantastic coastline filled with beautiful beaches and seaside hotels, fun-filled theme parks, gorgeous vineyards, natural rock formations, and cascading deserts for outdoor enthusiasts to explore and enjoy; not to mention stay in unique accommodations like yurts. One other thing the location is known for is its fantastic night markets. These trade fairs give you the best opportunity to experience great food, and the unique and inviting culture the region has to offer. Here are the top night markets in California, USA, you should check out.
1. NorCal Night Market
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The largest night market in the Bay Area of Northern California, NorCal Night Market is a spot you won’t want to miss. The spot offers you all the sights, sounds, and smells that make up a local Californian market. With over 200 stalls, this place features merchandise traders, food sellers, craft vendors, live music performances, and so much more. The marketplace opens every summer, and it is family-friendly. As the largest Asian-themed market in the state, you will get to enjoy sumptuous local delicacies as you shop for unique items on display.
NorCal Night Market
Address: 4501 Pleasanton Ave, Pleasanton, CA 94566, United States
Website: NorCal Night Market
2. OC Night Market
Occurring every August, OC Night Market is one of the biggest summer fairs in the state. The fantastic night bazaar has the same organizers as the NorCal Night Market and also boasts of an interesting Asian theme. The site features over 200 local vendors and traders and has everything to make the time you spend a fun-filled one. There are several foods and drinks vendors as well as a lot of entertaining activities like a dance competition, an eating contest, an art walk, live stage performances, and many more.
OC Night Market
Address: 88 Fair Dr Lot I, Costa Mesa, CA 92626, United States
Website: OC Night Market
Opening hours: 4pm - 1am (dates TBA)
3. Night Market
626 Night Market. © Steven Lam Photography
Posted by Steven Lam on Sunday, 29 July 2012
The largest and most authentic Asian-inspired night market in the entire country, 626, is a beautiful place to see. It takes place in San Gabriel Valley and is the ideal place to go for an excellent midnight shopping and snacking experience. The exciting Southern Californian fair boasts of having over 300 stands and stalls displaying a wide range of wares, including handcrafted items, artworks, other merchandise, and of course, food. With several local talents, artists, and entrepreneurs on the ground to display and sell their crafts, a great time awaits you.
626 Night Market
Address: 285 Huntington Dr, Arcadia, CA 91007, United States
Website: 626 Night Market
Opening hours: 4pm - 1am (dates TBA)
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4. Yamashiro Night Market
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Yamashiro Night Market features a well-planned set-up and arranged tents, and it’s a lovely shopping spot. It’s cozy, welcoming and gives a calm and relaxed feeling. Yamashiro features several stands and stalls where you can find unique items and food. There are fruits, vegetables, pies, pizzas, tacos, cakes, ice creams, and so much more. There are clothes, jewelry, handmade crafts, and other items for purchase here too. The view of the city from the market is splendid, and if you stay long enough, you will get to see the awe-inspiring city lights come on.
Yamashiro Night Market
Address: 1999 N Sycamore Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90068, United States
Website: Yamashiro Night Market
Takes place: Dec 6, Dec 13, Dec 20, 2019 (5pm - 10pm)
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5. Santa Rosa Wednesday Night Market
The Wednesday Night Market crowd enjoying the Violin Flash Mob from Suzuki Music Association of California
Posted by Santa Rosa Wednesday Night Market on Thursday, 14 July 2016
Santa Rosa Wednesday Market is a bustling fair held every Wednesday during the summer months. This event is organized to bring the community together and is open to everyone. The marketplace features several items for purchase like locally made crafts, artworks, a variety of local food, craft beer, local wines, fresh-farm produce, and a lot more. There is a children’s play area, as well as live music and entertainment services, to keep you engaged throughout your visit.
Santa Rosa Wednesday Night Market
Address: 4th St & Old Courthouse Square, Santa Rosa, CA 95404, United States
Website: Santa Rosa Wednesday Night Market
Opening hours: May - Aug (Wed: 5pm - 8:30pm)
6. Urban Hive Night Market
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Urban Hive Night Market is a small pop-up street fair that is held monthly in the city. The event is usually exciting and comes with a lot of buzz and fanfare. With over 50 stands with talented local vendors exhibiting their crafts, there is something for everyone. The fair features handmade items, vintage wares, and clothing, and eye-catching artworks. Browse through the market, find that unique item made especially for you, indulge in and savor the scintillating flavors of the local dishes, and have a great time.
Urban Hive Night Market
Address: 1601 Alhambra Blvd #100, Sacramento, CA 95816, United States
Website: Urban Hive Night Market
Opening hours: Nov (Sat: 5pm - 9pm)
7. Food Bowl Night Market
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Posted by Inside SoCal on Tuesday, 7 May 2019
A massive outdoor celebration of California’s culinary diversity and excellence, the Food Bowl Night Market is a wonderful event you don’t want to miss. It is held in May every year, and it features dozens of pop-up stands, art installations, chefs stand, and food vendors. If you love food, this fair is the perfect place for you to see and try out a variety of local and foreign cuisines. It is free to attend and open to all.
Food Bowl Night Market
Address: Grand Park 220 North Broadway Los Angeles, CA 90012 United States
Website: Food Bowl Night Market
Opening hours: TBA
8. Oceanside Sunset Market
Editor's Note: Photo taken from the establishment's official social account
Hosted by MainStreet Oceanside in the city’s downtown area, Oceanside Sunset Market has been giving locals and visitors a great place to unwind and shop for over 10 years. The fair is held every week and offers an eccentric mix of a street fair, live entertainment performances, and a farmers’ market. It plays host to thousands of visitors and locals, who love the lively atmosphere and shopping for unique items.
Oceanside Sunset Market
Address: 401 Pier View Way, Oceanside, CA 92054, United States
Website: Oceanside Sunset Market
Opening hours: Thu: 5pm - 9pm (closed from Fri - Wed)
9. FoodieLand Night Market
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Another food-dedicated event, FoodieLand, is a fantastic evening festival for friends and families. It is held every summer and fall. With its excellent location at the gorgeous Golden Gate Fields, you will enjoy spectacular views of the San Francisco Bay as you shop around the market. Relish the delicious tastes of intercontinental and local dishes, street foods, desserts, and great beverages. There are alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, as well as vendors selling items ranging from decorative items to jewelry. It also features live music performances to add colors to a memorable event.
FoodieLand Night Market
Address: 1100 Eastshore Hwy, Berkeley, CA 94710, United States/1600 Exposition Blvd, Sacramento, CA 95815
Website: FoodieLand Night Market
Opening hours: Jun - Oct: Fri - Sun: 3pm - 11pm (closed from Mon - Thu)
10. San Diego Night Market
Enjoy an incredible urban sundown bazaar experience at San Diego Night Market. Held in the Convoy District every July, this innovative event and a great date night idea offers its visitors and participants an unusual combination of diverse live entertainment and great mouthwatering food. You would not want to miss this event as it also features traders showcasing their wares for sale. From locally made goods to clothes, gift items, there are so many things to see and purchase. Enjoy Asian-inspired food, and get entertained by the live music and DJ performances.
San Diego Night Market
Address: 8304 Clairemont Mesa Blvd, San Diego, CA 92111, United States
Website: San Diego Night Market
Opening hours: Jul: Sat: 4pm - 12am; Sun: 4pm - 9pm (closed from Mon - Fri)
Explore the night markets in California
As one of the most beautiful places to visit in the country, and also with some of the best cities to visit, California is a pride of the nation.
The state offers many attractions including nature tours, allowing tourists to experience the natural beauty that is the Golden State. However, most people do not get to experience the authentic culture and feel of the city, and this is where the night markets come in. The night markets in California, USA, allow you to fully explore the culture of the state, interact with the locals, get entertained, and shop for the unique items, all in one incredible place.
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