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March at Fairplex

March 2, 2018

We’ve heard more than one person say it: Where did February go?! It feels like January lasted a lifetime, but last month flew by in the blink of an eye. Into March we go. Here is what we have planned for this month: Beverly Hills Dog Show (March 3 & 4): The Kennel Club of…

How to Taste Extra Virgin Olive Oil

February 7, 2018

The Los Angeles International Extra Virgin Olive Oil Competition is currently taking place at the Sheraton Fairplex Hotel. Every year extra virgin olive oil (EVOO) makers from around the world submit their best oils for judging here at Fairplex. More than 600 entries were submitted this year from 22 countries across the globe, and our…

Fairplex Weekend Recap: Celebrating Dia de los Muertos at En Memoria

November 6, 2017

What a fun weekend at Fairplex! From our first ever Dia de los Muertos celebration (En Memoria), to the freaktacular spectacle that was Lagunitas Beer Circus, to the family fun at Fall in the Farm, the fun was truly non-stop. We like to share our weekend experiences through the eyes of our guests! Here are…

November at Fairplex

November 2, 2017

Hello November at Fairplex! We’re kicking off the month in a very festive way, with THREE events planned for the community on this first weekend. From tasty libations to cow milking demonstrations, there’s something for everyone. Keep reading to see what we have in store for you this month: En Memoria (Nov. 4): We’re launching…

Weekend Recap: Art, food and sports

May 22, 2017

We like to share our weekend experiences through the eyes of our guests! ICYMI, here’s a quick look at what we had the pleasure of hosting: So Cal BBQ Bash & Expo  MFA Juried Exhibition Opening (Millard Sheets Art Center Gallery) BT5K (Breakthrough for Brain Tumors 5K) So Cal Sports Club Soccer Game That covers…

May at Fairplex

May 1, 2017

The countdown to summer is officially on! It’s around this time that we start rolling up our sleeves and really getting ready for Fair season. But before Fair, there are plenty of other events at Fairplex to enjoy! Here’s what’s happening this month: Kentucky Derby Buffet (May 6): Our on-site sports bar, Finish Line Sports…

Mother’s Day at Fairplex

April 26, 2017

No one does a buffet quite like McKinley’s Grille! Every year we get to see moms celebrated at our annual Mother’s Day brunch. It’s a lovely day full of family, food and flowers galore, and one of our favorite holidays to work. Like Fairplex itself, there is something for everyone on Mother’s Day! Check out…

Our Favorite Eats at McKinley’s Grille

April 18, 2017

McKinley’s Grille is our hotel restaurant, tucked into a cozy corner of the Sheraton Fairplex Hotel. We hold a lot of lunch meetings there and occasionally sneak away for a meal during Fair season (because there is such a thing as too many deep-fried s’mores!) Their menu is seasonal as they often use vegetables, herbs…