MonthSeptember 2017

Dare to Get Engaged: A Fair Proposal

September 24, 2017

The Fair is more than corn dogs, funnel cakes and baby animals! It is about spending time with your loved ones… and for fair goers Marissa and Christian, getting engaged. We were so excited to be part of this special day and to capture it on camera. What better place to propose than on the…

Dare to Give to Natural Disaster Victims

September 23, 2017

Fairplex is devoted to raising money to help the victims of recent natural disasters. Between hurricanes in Florida, Texas and Puerto Rico and trembling earthquakes in Mexico, we are encouraging all of our guests to donate what they can. Guests can donate at the gates or online when purchasing tickets. Fairplex will match the total…

Fair Food Friday: Satisfy Your Sweet Tooth

September 22, 2017

Happy Fair Food Friday everyone! It’s the last weekend of the Fair, so here are some of  our sweetest treats to try before it’s too late! 1. Afters Ice Cream Milky Bun Donuts are delicious. Ice cream is delicious. And when you put them together? Delicious. This milky bun from Afters Ice Cream is filled…

Namaste at the LA County Fair!

September 21, 2017

Sure, we might be advocates of deep-fried Oreos and giant turkey legs, but we also support healthy living! We’re very pleased to bring you the 2nd annual Yoga Day at the LA County Fair this Sunday, Sept. 24. Amateur and expert yogis alike can join us before the Fair opens to the public, for a…

Into The Looking Glass

September 21, 2017

Located in-between Jurassic Planet and the Flower & Garden Pavilion, The Atrium is one of our favorite little spots inside the busy Fairgrounds! Enter the world of Wonderland. Fantasy-like creatures and colorful displays can be found within the lush flora and fauna of the Atrium. Alice in Wonderland fans might recognize favorites like the flamings…

#DareToFair Round-Up: Week 3

September 17, 2017

Here are some of our favorite #DareToFair photos from you, our guests 🙂 Use #lacountyfair and #daretofair in your photos and you could be featured on our blog this month! Thanks to everyone who braved the heat to come hang out with us. It should be cooler in the days to come 🙂 REMINDER: We…

Celebrate '28, the Games are Back!

September 16, 2017

We had a great time celebrating the City of Los Angeles’ awarding of the 2028 Summer Games. We enjoyed a parade with LA 2028, LA84 Foundation, Olympians and Paralympians. Mayor Eric Garcetti, Supervisor Hilda Solis and Olympic champion John Naber were among those who came to celebrate with us at Celebrate ’28. Check it out:…

Taste the Fair: Award-Winning Olive Oil

September 15, 2017

As part of the Los Angeles International Olive Oil Competition, we have gold medal and best of show winners here at the Fair. In the Wine, Beer and Spirits Marketplace, there is a corner full of award-winning olive oil from all around the world. Not only can you see the diverse flavors, labels and types…