Here's Your Sign That It's Fair Time
September 2, 2011
It's Go Time!
September 2, 2011
In less than 24 hours, the 89th anniversary L.A. County Fair will lay out the welcome mat for more than one million of our closest friends. We are so excited! This weekend admission is just $1 Saturday, Sunday and Labor Day from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., 22 oz soft drinks are $1 from 1-4 p.m.…
TIMBER! Learn the Ways of the Lumberjack at the L.A. County Fair
September 1, 2011
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!
September 1, 2011
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…
Did You Know Angora Goats' Wool Makes Mohair Sweaters?
August 31, 2011
Neither did I! But after spending a morning with Sky Shivers, the handlebar-mustached Oklahoman cowboy/farmer who coordinates the Fair’s popular FairView Farms, I learned a lot of things. And so will you after visiting the Farm. Sky and his “posse” have really boosted the educational foundation of the Farm but you’re having so much fun,…
This Ain’t an Episode of Hoarders
August 31, 2011
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…
Best Fair Food, As Concluded by the Experts
August 29, 2011
We took a poll on what is the best Fair food, which I am presenting here. Who did we survey, you ask? Why, the experts, of course! And by experts I mean those of us who work here. We are here practically 24/7 for an entire month, so if anyone knows the best grub, we…
CULTURAL FESTIVALS BRING FLAVOR AND FLAIR TO FAIR
August 26, 2011
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…
It's Beginning to Look A Lot Like Fairtime…
August 23, 2011
Ev’rywhere you go! Seriously! 11 days to go before the biggest SoCal September event opens its gates. Are we excited? Yes! Are we going to have mouth-watering food? Yes! Are we going to have amazing attractions that feature sharks, bears and dinosaurs? Yes! Are we going to have emo-rides (those are rides that cause all sorts…
Find the Wonders of Nature at the Fair
August 23, 2011
Ever wanted to wander the meadows of Yosemite? Marvel at the Grand Tetons in Wyoming? Behold the ancient trees of the Sequoias? Or relive your vacations to all of these places? You’re in luck—the 2011 L.A. County Fair will dazzle and delight you with the flora and fauna of America’s national parks at the Flower…
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