Do you know where you are assigned?
Important Resources:
Are you aware of the “basics” on the registration page?
Day of Event Info (for print)
Please do not contact Solano merchants directly for issues.
Are you part of our Slack channel?
Solano Avenue will be closed-off completely (like 2022) using Meridian barriers.
Set-up in the empty parking spaces on Solano Avenue.
- 7:00 am – 9:30 am: Set-up
- 9:30 am: Vehicles off Solano
- 10:00 am: Event starts (opening ceremony)
- 5:00 pm: Stop sales; break-down
- 5:30 – 6:00 pm: Street opens to vehicles
- 7:00 pm: Solano Avenue restored, fully open
Set-up Notes:
- (!) See this note regrading Meridian barriers
- There is no check-in site
- Do not block driveways, wheelchair ramps or fire hydrants.
- There is no designated event parking or permits; park legally.
- REMINDER: We do not provide canopies, chairs, or tables.
Event Staff: Each 3-block area has a “Block Captain” to help with any problems.
They will be wearing fluorescent “safety” vests that read “EVENT OFFICIAL” on the breast and back.
- Keep literature distribution and clipboard activity behind your table.
- You may not give away food or drink unless you register as a food booth.
- No music or amplification in booths. All entertainers must apply using the Entertainers Application.
- We would prefer you stay for the entire event.
There are an assortment of product restrictions and behavioral guidelines in place.
Please see our Expectations of Public Conduct
Thank you for your cooperation.
Solano Avenue Association
510-527-5358
1451 Solano Avenue Albany, CA 94706 (day of event only / lost items)
Albany Police and Fire: 510-525-7300
Berkeley: 510-981-5900
This guide is available as a PDF