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2022 Los Angeles International Extra Virgin Olive Oil Competition

Los Angeles International Extra Virgin Olive Oil Competition

March 18, 2022

For decades, the Los Angeles International Competitions have bestowed gold medals to the best wines, spirits, olive oils and dairy products from around the globe, showcasing the winners at the LA County Fair. On February 8-10, 2022 the Los Angeles International Extra Virgin Olive Oil Competition celebrated its 23rd anniversary. Beginning in 2000, wine competition…

Alex Xydias

The Learning Centers at Fairplex Highlight: Alex Xydias Celebrates 100th Birthday!

February 28, 2022

Last week, one of the namesakes of the Alex Xydias and Pete Chapouris Center for Automotive Arts (AXC), Alex, celebrated his 100th Birthday at the NHRA Motorsports Museum. Mr. Xydias is a renowned hot rod legend and award-winning figure in the automotive customizing industry.  About AXC In 2012, The Learning Centers at Fairplex began an…

Lizard on Surface

Slither Over to the Reptile Super Show & Breeders Expo January 22 & 23!

January 5, 2022

Calling all reptile lovers! The Reptile Super Show & Breeders Expo is back at Fairplex on January 22 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. & January 23 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. With over 100,000 square feet of reptiles, amphibians, supplies, supplements, educational workshops and more, the Reptile Super Show is a fun and…

Walter Marquez Fairplex CEO

Fairplex Names New CEO

December 15, 2021

As a 7-year-old, Walter Marquez strode into the gates of the LA County Fair, hand-in-hand with his grandfather and cousins, as was their tradition, ready to take a spin on the tallest ride and pet the fluffiest sheep. To a child, the Fair looked expansive – lots of rides to conquer, tons of food to…

Elf on the Shelf Magical Journey

Elf on the Shelf’s Magical Holiday Journey Lands at Fairplex!

October 27, 2021

The lights are sparkling, and the holiday spirit is high as Elf on the Shelf’s Magical Holiday Journey returns to Fairplex beginning Friday, November 5 through Sunday, January 2! Join Scout Elf Tiny Tinkerman and Santa’s best Scout Elves on an outdoor magical journey through a dazzling outdoor winter wonderland featuring an open-air ice skating rink, games, holiday treats, shopping at the…