Hayward, California blends college athletics, performing arts, and a lively downtown scene. Home to CSU East Bay at Warren Hall, Pioneer Stadium, and on-campus performance spaces, Hayward offers a steady stream of ticketed events throughout the year. The city’s cultural calendar includes festivals like Cinco de Mayo, All America Festival, and the King Tut Festival, plus craft beer gatherings like the Hayward Double IPA Festival. Whether you’re cheering at a university game, catching a show at the University Theatre, or enjoying a street festival on B Street, we’ve got you covered with easy, no-fuss ticket options.
Pro tip: secure your seats early for popular events at Pioneer Stadium (5,000 seats) and Pioneer Gymnasium (2,500 seats), or grab spots for performances at CSU East Bay University Theatre (25800 Carlos Bee Blvd) and the Hayward PAC (2390 Panama Street, ~528 seats). Explore rotating art at the John O'Lague Galleria in Hayward City Hall and plan an evening in Downtown Hayward, where live music and local vendors light up the streets during Night Markets, Street Parties, and seasonal festivals. For the best experience, check event dates close to your visit and choose flexible options when dates are announced.