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UP 4014 Big Boy’s Final Farewell

January 21, 2014

You watched the Union Pacific 4014 a.k.a “Big Boy” travel across Fairplex on a mile-long railroad built just for her. Some of you even came to see this powerful engine move for the first time in more than 20 years. And now, it’s time to say a final goodbye. Big Boy will be making the…

Fairplex hosts horses from Glendora fire

January 16, 2014

The Barretts facilities at Fairplex is accepting horses who have been misplaced during the Glendora/Colby Fire. So far we have 70 horses who have made our stables their temporary home. We have 200 barns available and additional racing stables if need be, so if you or anyone you know needs a home for their horses,…

Asian American Expo Giveaway [WINNER!]

January 10, 2014

We have a winner! Congratulations to Gustavo Javier! Gustavo’s favorite event is the Asian American Expo because he likes to watch the Lion Dance. Thank you to everyone who participated in the first giveaway of the year! Clearly a lot of you are excited about the L.A. County Fair (as are we) but many of you…

Event Industry News: Instagram Direct, Chanel, Super Bowl parties and Santa stalking

December 16, 2013

Social media: The social media world was b u s y this weekend. Instagram debuted their newest feature, Instagram Direct. IG Direct is a hybrid combining the privacy of Snapchat and the filters, comments and longevity of Instagram. It’s a simple way to capture and share moments of your life with the people who matter most in…

L.A. Weekender: Holiday half marathon, Festival of Carols, Santa Claus and boats

December 13, 2013

Photo courtesy of Chris Sharp from freedigitalphotos.net How is already the middle of December? The holiday festivities are out in full force and whether you like it or not, you’ll most likely be spending at least a few days out celebrating the end of the year. If you want to stay home wrapped in a…