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…
The Derby Room at Fairplex is Officially Open!
The Derby Room at Fairplex is officially open! Located at the former Finish Line Sports Bar and Grill location (Gate 12 on White Ave.), this unique bar and grill food experience offers off-track betting on-site, an outdoor seating and event space, a VIP lounge and more than 40 televisions set to horse racing, sports and more for your…
Off to the Races at Fairplex!
Baptism by Nitro: First Time at the Drag Races Written by: Arielle Torrez Engines were revving as racers blasted off at the Auto Club NHRA Finals at Fairplex over Veterans Day Weekend. Eager crowds filled the stands from Thursday, November 11 through Sunday, November 14 ready to witness the crowing of the four 2021 NHRA Camping…
Elf on the Shelf’s Magical Holiday Journey Lands at Fairplex!
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…
On Thursdays, We Eat at Fairplex
Drop the spatula and pan because you have (almost) exactly one month left to come out and enjoy some of the best meals on wheels at Food Truck Thursdays at Fairplex!
July
July events at Fairplex! Happy Summer! We hope you are having a nice start to our favorite time of the year and enjoying outdoor festivities. If you want to make your Summer even more adventurous then check out what we have in store for you this month. July Farm Dinners at Fairplex! Mark…
Fun Facts from the Child Development Center at Fairplex
In honor of Teacher Appreciation Day, we thought we would share some fun facts about our staff at the Child Development Center at Fairplex! Did you know… 20 teachers hold at least a bachelor’s degree 23 staff members have been here for at least 10 years In September teacher Martha Moreno will celebrate her 35-year…
It’s back… Get Your Kicks at the LA County Fair for $66!
Back by popular demand… our $66 season pass special has returned for a limited time! From May 7 – 24, you can purchase an LA County Fair season pass package perfect for the whole family: 4 season passes* 4 souvenir lanyards 1 FastLane Opening Weekend parking pass ** 1 exclusive collector’s box Excited yet? It…
New Sculpture at Fairplex
The Millard Sheets Art Center at Fairplex has a new sculpture! Last Friday, officials unveiled a beautiful bronze sculpture that pays homage to Los Angeles County Supervisor Hilda Solis and civil rights activist Dolores Huerta. Maestro Jose Sacal created and donated this piece of art to Los Angeles County. We are proud to be selected…
May at Fairplex
…and all of a sudden, it was May. Sure, it’s overcast now, but it won’t be long until the temperatures start to rise and another month of fun events begins. Here’s what we have coming up: Ross / McCracken Learning Expo (May 6): This free, family-friendly event celebrates the exciting aspects of science, math, the…
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