194 Cow Palace Tips
- Festive 2
- Casual 1
- Take public transit 2
- Parking is expensive 1
- Park in lot 1
- Dine before you go 1
- Food and drinks for purchase 1
There are plenty of food options, including those for vegetarians (Hi, there!). But if you want to partake of the High Tea at Cuthbert's, book it early or upon your arrival. It fills fast. It's delightful, with unexpected entertainments - and you get to take a souvenir teapot home!
BART to the Glen Park stop, then take the free Dickens Fair shuttle straight to the Cow Palace. There's plenty of parking if you prefer to drive.
The weather was irrelevant, except for traveling to this indoor event.. I wore "themed" attire! Victorian-wear or steampunk garb are both welcomed, although one does not have to "dress" to feel welcome at the party!.
go very early or later to avoid peak crowd times
The weather was HOT. I wore ladies wear a skirt, men wear something nice, it adds more to the experience when you dress the time period a bit.
Dress in layers. Can get cool over there.
Took BART and the Dickens Free Shuttle.
The weather was Windy and Rainy..
Walk the 3 blocks and save the parking money
They dont let you bring food in so stop at McDonalds down the street and stick some candy in your picket. Youll still be out of $25 dollars inside. There is no escaping it!!
$10.00 to park at the Cow Palace or take your chance by parking on the street just outside. Just remember it's not in the best neighborhood.
Laurie
Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Presents Built to Amaze!
Laurie
The weather was sunny, windy, etc.. I wore a sweater, flip-flops, etc..
Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Presents Built to Amaze!
Good for kids but boring for adults expectin g to see a top-notch circus!
Road BART and took the FREE shuttle
Check the schedule so you can plan your day to enjoy as much as possible.
Mad Sals has the best shows and gets packed early.
Better food than most faires
Get there early and get the French Postcard tickets.
The lamb lollypops, fried Oysters and fish & chips are all great.