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Toyota Concert Series
Join us for the free Toyota Concert Series on the Golden 1 Stage!
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Read to Ride Program
For every two books you read, receive two ride tickets! For K-8th graders.
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Save Mart California’s Kitchen
From amateurs to professionals, check out all of the cooking challenges.
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Bear Cup Esports Tournament
Gaming competitors from around the GALAXY will go head to head!
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California Produce Trivia
We challenge YOU to prove your produce prowess with CA Produce Trivia!
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Food Festival Pass
Come visit all of our award-winning Food Festival Pass participants to taste it all!
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Food Vendors
Savory treats, sweet-tooth loving, and thirst-quenching food & drink vendors!
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Tuesday Kids Free Day
Each Tuesday of the Fair, Kids 12 and under get free Fair admission!
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Tuesday $2 Rides for All
Each Tuesday of the Fair, all guests of all ages only pay $2 per Carnival ride.
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Taste of the Fair
Everyone knows that Fair food is delicious, why not get a little of everything.
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Senior Savings Fridays
Each Friday of the Fair, seniors 62 and better pay only $10 admission.
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Fair Fireworks
End your night at Fair with a spectacular display of fireworks that illuminate the skies!
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Big O Tires Monster Truck Mayhem
Watch in awe as the mighty Titan, Hillbilly, Obsessed, and Wild Card trucks compete.
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Made in California
This fashion show proudly showcases the creativity and style that’s made in California!
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Out at the Fair
Come celebrate diversity at the annual Out at the Fair! Everyone is welcome.
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Save Mart Employee Cooking Challenge
Teams of 2 current employees of Save Mart compete in a live cooking challenge.
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Sac Republic FC vs Memphis 901 FC
Sacramento Republic FC faces off against Memphis 901 FC!
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Junior Livestock Awards Ceremony
Recognizing the talented winners of the Junior Livestock Competitions.
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Postal Service Cooking Challenge
Teams of two US Postal Service employees use mystery ingredients to prepare a meal.
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Amber Leibrock Meet and Greet
Now is your chance to meet Amber Leibrock, an MMA fighter from Hayward, CA in the Featherweight Division of PFL.
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Corn Dog Eating Contest
Participants will be given a set time to eat as many corn dogs as they can.
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CA Professional Chef Challenge
California is bursting with rising star chefs who make our state’s bounty really shine!
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Big O Tires Demolition Derby
If you’re looking for impacts, crashes, and twisted metal, you’re in the right place.
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Multicultural Gospel Celebration
A spiritually uplifting experience with choirs, groups, ensembles, and more!
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Best of California Brewfest
Savor and taste award-winning flavors of California's craft beer scene.
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Gran Jaripeo y Baile
Experience the pulsating beats and incredible performances of CALIBRE 50, RAMON AYALA, Banda Carnaval, and Cuarto de Milla.
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SMUD Giving Monday at the Fair
Donate and get into the world-renowned CA State Fair & Food Festival FREE!
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Ag Heritage Club Awards Ceremony
Start your Fair day with a breakfast and celebrate California's farming legacy.
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Junior Chef Cooking Challenge
Junior Chefs will create and prepare an original recipe against each other!
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Poppy’s Birthday
Come celebrate another year older and better with your favorite golden bear, Poppy!
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Dairy Awards Ceremony
Recognizing the talented winners of the Dairy Livestock Competitions.
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Sac Republic FC vs Phoenix Rising FC
Sacramento Republic FC faces off against Phoenix Rising FC!
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Appreciation Day
A day revolved around immense appreciation for military, veteran & first responders.
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Dinner 911! Cooking Challenge
Military, Veterans, and First Responders face off in a live cooking challenge.
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Falling in Reverse
Special Guest Ice Nine Kills, Our Last Night, and Catch Your Breath.
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Lucha Xtreme
Hosting the best lucha libre and American styles of professional wrestling!
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Save Mart Wine Garden
Taste your way through the rich diversity of California’s best wines.
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Taster’s Row
Booths of California's most outstanding commodities with education and sampling.
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The Lost World of Dragons
Learn about dragon mythology and its origins around the globe.
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Candy Maze Selfie Exhibit
This maze-like exhibit winds through 14 candy-themed photo stations!
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California Fresh Exhibit
Learn about the state’s diverse specialty crops with a fun interactive exhibit!
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Fine Art & Photography Exhibit
Explore the greatest forms of CA visual arts during the State Fair!
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Student Showcase & CA Crafts Exhibit
A platform where students and artists display their work in a distinguished exhibition!
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The Art Hub
The Expo Center Building 8 has transformed into the captivating the fine art offering a unique space for artistic expression.
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California Cannabis Exhibit
Featuring a curated showcase celebrating California’s cannabis industry.
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O’Reilly Auto Parts FMX Shows
Awesome Freestyle Motocross stunts for the whole family to enjoy!
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Tree Circus
Climb vertical ropes and see climbing demonstrations from professional arborists!
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The Strolling Piano
The Strolling Piano entertains, captures and excites audiences at every event.
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The Reflector & Sparkle
The Reflector & Sparkle stroll, dance, sparkle and shine for their intrigued audiences.
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Mango and Dango
The Flying Umbrella Ship, and Amplified Sound playing an energizing mix of world music.
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Stilt Circus
Since the turn of the century, Stilt Circus has delighted audiences on multiple continents with its surreal blend of dazzling crowd interaction and feats of exceedingly Tall skills.
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Salsa Steel Drum Band
Climb on board and take that Caribbean cruise with the rhythms of Salsa Steel!
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Robocars
Highly skilled operators, bring these brightly colored, unique, transforming and innovative ROBOCARS costumes to life, with their amazing driving skills and crowd interactions.
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Jump! The Ultimate Dog Show
JUMP! The Ultimate Dog Show is a fast paced, fun filled Trick Dog Thrill show that showcases amazing Dogs performing Incredible Stunts.
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Fritters
The Fritters are friendly, furry characters that will be strolling throughout the fairgrounds begging for attention.
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Balloonacy
With a repertoire of over 100 different animals Dennis Forel is considered America’s foremost single-balloon specialist.
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The Drumheads
The Drumheads have landed on planet earth! Get ready to dance, laugh, drum and party to the top hits of today.
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Master Hypnosis Tina Marie
Through hypnotic suggestions, Tina Marie orchestrates comical scenarios.
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Petting Zoo
Come visit and pet a wide variety of different animals ranging from goats, llamas, chickens and even wallabies!
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