MonthAugust 2012

15 Minutes Until Gates Open!

August 31, 2012

We are so excited to welcome all Fair-goers to our grounds! Whether it’s your first time or 90th, whether you come with your family or your friends (or alone, even!) we hope you enjoy your time at the Fair! Check back here today and tomorrow for full coverage of Opening Day including Fair Food Friday,…

Musical Theater Mania promo!

August 30, 2012

With the Fair opening on Friday (TOMORROW) it’s time to do some giveaways! The Flower & Garden Pavilion London exhibit features the West End “Theatreland” of London. Four popular musicals are showcased including props and costumes. Below are snapshots of each show. Can you guess which ones they are? Using the hints provided (and the…

T-minus 23 hours…

August 30, 2012

…and we’re almost ready to launch! Rides are being polished, animals are groomed and the smells of BBQ and deep-fried everything permeate the air. We can’t wait to welcome you to our grounds for the 90th anniversary of the Fair! We walked through the grounds today and thought we’d give you a brief look at…

What's Shaking?

August 28, 2012

This weekend an earthquake swarm rattled throughout Southern California. There have been a few rumors that the quakes are a foreboding sign of the “Big One” but experts have assured us otherwise.The quakes have been relatively mild and, for the most part, have caused little to no damage. Looks like we can breathe sighs of…

The Final Countdown

August 23, 2012

As of today there are exactly 8 days left until the Fair opens! Things are definitely busy here on the grounds. The Fairey Blogster posted a few pics this week and things are continuing to grow! Rides are being built, bears are being moved into Wilderness Ridge, giant clocks are being installed in one exhibit,…