I love going to the fair!
Growing up I used to beg my family to go to the fair and now that I have
a family of my own I love sharing the love of the fair with them. I love everything about it, the rides, the
shows, cutest farm animals, people watching and let’s not forget the FOOD!!! If you visit on Wednesday or Thursday you can
participate in ‘Taste of the Fair’ and enjoy certain foods for only $2 from 11
AM to 4 PM. This is a great way to try
everything!
The California State Fair is here in Sacramento at the Cal
Expo Fair Grounds through Sunday, July 30th so there is still time
to visit the California State Fair! I
LOVE the commercial they have this year, if you have not seen it you can check
it out here.
We have Raging Waters Season Passes which gives us free
entry into the CA State Fair so we have gone to the fair a few times
already. My boys love watching the Jack
in the Box Freestyle Motocross Show. You
can catch this action packed show every day of the fair at 3 PM, 5 PM and 7 PM in
the lagoon area. If you arrive early you
can sign up to participate in a tricycle race where you could win a Jack in the
Box gift card.
We love to visit ‘The Farm’ area, you can pick up a card at
the information table and as you go around the farm you find stamps for certain
fruits/vegetables, when you return you receive an apple and gift bag. It is so nice to explore the farm and see the fruits and veggies growing. In ‘The Farm’ area you can also touch fish (Sturgeon)
and see the Insect Pavilion.
One of my boys other favorite things this year was the
Dinosaur Exhibit in Expo Buildings 4 and 5.
There are HUGE moving dinosaurs in two buildings, along with some fun
facts and hands on activities.
In Expo Building 2 you can find the Whale Tale Exhibit. Here you will find rescued animals; we saw
the cutest sea otters, a raccoon, ‘Spirit’ a Bald Eagle, and a Pelican. You will also find a Mother’s Lounge in this
building.
In Expo Building 3 you can view art by local students. It is quite amazing what these kids have
created, from sculptures to paintings there are a lot of neat creations in
there. I loved seeing all the home
designs with floor plan layouts and all.
With the Sacramento heat it’s nice to spend some time in these air
conditioned buildings.
There is a reading program for kids in 8th grade
and under. With The Read to Ride Program
For every two books you read, you receive two rides free. The Read to Ride program is open to students
kindergarten through eighth grade. Students must read two books, write a
summary, then bring the completed form to the California State Fair Guest
Services office (located inside the Main Gate) to receive two free rides. You can download the form here: http://www.castatefair.org/read-ride-program/
Be sure to download the State Fair App, it’s easy to use and
you will have a schedule of events right in your hands. You can also participate in a scavenger hunt
through the app and take it to any guest services to receive a SMUD goody bag
while supplies last.
Parking at Cal Expo this year is $15 and cash only so don’t
forget your cash!
If you ride the Monorail you may recognize the voice of our
local Good Day Sacramento Anchor Marianne McClary!
The Lost Kids area is up front near the main gates. Unfortunately I had to use this service this
year. It is very scary to misplace a
kid, I am thankful for the family who helped my six year old go to the Lost
Kids Station and I am grateful he was safe.
If your kids are older it is good to have a meeting place and also be
sure they know your phone number or have it on them.
I hope you are able to go out and enjoy the California State
Fair.
Location: 1600 Exposition Blvd., Sacramento, CA 95815
Cal Expo Parking: $15
Ticket Prices:
Adult Daily Admission (Ages
13-61) - $12
Senior Daily Admission (Ages 62
& better) - $10
Youth Daily Admission (Ages
5-12)-$8
Child Daily Admission (Ages 4
& under)-Free
For Tickets: http://www.castatefair.org/tickets17/
Here is the link for Special Events: http://www.castatefair.org/special-events/
For more information and the daily schedule of events visit
the CA State Fair Website at: http://www.castatefair.org/.
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