Throwing it back a few years… do you remember Big Boy No. 4014? Big Boy No. 4014 at Fairplex, getting ready for the big move (2013) The Union Pacific Big Boy 4014 is one of the largest steam engines in the world, and for 51 years, she called Fairplex home. The RailGiants Train Museum team…
Weekend Recap: Art, food and sports
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…
Fairplex Weekender: So Cal BBQ Bash & more
The warm weather is back this weekend! Soak in the sun’s rays and check out one (or more!) of these events happening at Fairplex this weekend: 48th District Schools’ Agriculture & Nutrition Fair (May 19 & 20): The annual 48th District Schools’ Ag & Nutrition Fair is ending this weekend. We recommend checking it out…
Fairplex Snapshot: Scooper Bowl
We’re celebrating our Career & Technical Education (CTEC) students this evening at the annual Scooper Bowl Fundraiser and Showcase in the Farm at Fairplex! Our art students have created beautiful hand-made ceramic bowls this semester, which will be available for sale for $15. Once purchased, guests can fill their bowl with all-you-can-eat ice cream and…
Fairplex Snapshot: 2017 LA Wine Competition
We’re wrapping up the 78th annual Los Angeles International Wine Competition today, and we’re sad to say goodbye to all of our awesome judges. Every year, wineries from around the world compete in our competition. Award-winning wines are featured at the LA County Fair (September), Cheers Festival (June) and year-round at our hotel restaurant, McKinley’s…
Weekend Recap: Fun at Fairplex
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: West Coast Historical Militaria Collectibles Show Expo Hall 4 was filled with a treasure trove of history, from militaria collectibles to historical reenactments. Bubble Run 5K Thank goodness it…
Weekend Recap: Dance, music, learning and foam
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: Foam Glow 5K Whether you like running or not, you have to admit, fun runs make for excellent Instagram pics, especially when glow-in-the-dark foam is involved! ShowBiz Talent Show…
May at Fairplex
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…
Thoughtful Thursday: Earth Day Plant Drop
Last week 25 members from our leadership team joined Miguel Santana (our CEO) as we hand-delivered more than 400 plants from our Farm to our neighbors in celebration of Earth Day! Taking care of the environment is a top priority for us, not only in The Farm at Fairplex, but throughout the rest of our…
Mother’s Day at Fairplex
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…
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