In case you didn’t know, we’ve got food trucks every day here at the Fair! Aside from our traditional treats, fair guests can nosh on food from some of the area’s best gourmet road warriors. There’s also a Food Truck Festival happening this Sunday, Sept. 11. Cupcakes, waffles, crepes, tempura, BBQ, nachos–you name it, we’re…
Top Ten Ways to Give Back at the Fair
Southern Californians are a charitable bunch. So we thought we’d direct your attention to some simple ways to help your community while also having fun at the Fair. 10. Make a Wish: Toss in your spare change and make a wish at the pond outside the Flower & Garden Pavilion. All change will be are…
A Delicious Tradition
If only this blog included smells! The BBQ competition happening over in FairView Farms right now is a delight for the senses. Grill masters from all over Southern California are putting their BBQ “chops” to the test. We caught up with a couple of them… all of whom have been entering their saucy and savory…
Viva the Fair!
Hola amigos! The first of our four cultural festivals is now underway here at the Fair. Festival Latinoamericano de Arte y Folklore is taking place this weekend on the Plaza de las Americas. This celebration of the art, culture and history of Latin America has something for everyone. Today we saw acts on the Plaza…
"Hop" on Over to Mojo's Jungle
We’ve got an AMAZING variety of animals here at the Fair… and they’re not just in our FairView Farms. Mojo’s Jungle has tons of cool reptiles and birds, but my favorite of all is the marsupials!
Here's Your Sign That It's Fair Time
TIMBER! Learn the Ways of the Lumberjack at the L.A. County Fair
The storied history of the lumberjack is one of danger and skill. The men in logging camps began competing on their days off against each other for bragging rights and personal glory. They also became exciting storytellers and were renowned for consuming hefty portions of food around the campfire. At their peak in 1906 there…
Party Like a VIP and Check out the Fair Before the Crowds!
We’ve got your exclusive chance to beat the lines and get a sneak peak of all the fair fun at the L.A. County Fair Premiere Party, benefitting The Learning Centers at Fairplex {link}. This year’s party will be held Friday, Sept. 2 at 6pm in the Flower & Garden Pavilion, where you can preview The…
This Ain’t an Episode of Hoarders
Remember that Troll Doll collection you had growing up? Or maybe it was Beanie Babies in the 90s. Yeah, this isn’t really like that. The art of collecting is on display at this year’s Fair. In the Millard Sheets Center for the Arts, guests can check out (for free with admission!) an exhibit unlike any…
CULTURAL FESTIVALS BRING FLAVOR AND FLAIR TO FAIR
We’re ALWAYS down for a party at the Fair. This year we have four cultural “parties,” celebrating the unique heritages of Latin America, the Basque region, Ireland and Asia. Each is open for a weekend and will feature great shopping, fun entertainment and amazing ethnic foods. A unique village experience for each festival brings the…
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