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Military, Veteran & First Responder Appreciation Day
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Demonstrator Program
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Agriculturalist of the Year
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CA State Fair Farm
Cavalcade of Horses
Livestock Awards Ceremony
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Taste of California
Thoroughbred Horse Racing
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Programs & Exhibits
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Join in the fun and participate in one of the Fair's special programs.
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Competitions
Show California your best and enter in a CA State Fair competition.
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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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California Produce Trivia
We challenge YOU to prove your produce prowess with CA Produce Trivia!
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Poppy’s Schedule
Meet and greet with Poppy, the CA State Fair mascot!
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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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July 14 – 15
Monster Truck Mayhem
Watch in awe as the mighty Titan, Hillbilly, Obsessed, and Wild Card trucks compete.
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July 15
Made in California
This fashion show proudly showcases the creativity and style that’s made in California!
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July 15
Out at the Fair
Come celebrate diversity at the annual Out at the Fair! Everyone is welcome.
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July 15
Save Mart Employee Cooking Challenge
Teams of 2 current employees of Save Mart compete in a live cooking challenge.
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July 15
Sac Republic FC vs Memphis 901 FC
Sacramento Republic FC faces off against Memphis 901 FC!
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July 16
Junior Livestock Awards Ceremony
Recognizing the talented winners of the Junior Livestock Competitions.
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July 16
Postal Service Cooking Challenge
Teams of two US Postal Service employees will use mystery ingredients to prepare a meal
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July 18
Pie Eating Contest
Participate in a good old fashioned pie eating contest.
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July 21-22
Corn Dog Eating Contest
Participants will be given a set time to eat as many corn dogs as they can.
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July 21-22
CA Professional Chef Challenge
California is bursting with rising star chefs who make our state’s bounty really shine!
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July 22
Destruction Derby Day
If you’re looking for impacts, crashes, and twisted metal, you’re in the right place.
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July 22
Multicultural Gospel Celebration
A spiritually uplifting experience with choirs, groups, ensembles, and more!
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July 23
Best of California Brewfest
Savor and taste award-winning flavors of California's craft beer scene.
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July 25
Ag Heritage Club Awards Ceremony
Start your Fair day with a breakfast and celebrate California's farming legacy.
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July 25
Junior Chef Cooking Challenge
Junior Chefs will create and prepare an original recipe against each other!
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July 25
Poppy’s Birthday
Come celebrate another year older and better with your favorite golden bear, Poppy!
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July 26
Dairy Awards Ceremony
Recognizing the talented winners of the Dairy Livestock Competitions.
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July 26
Sac Republic FC vs Phoenix Rising FC
Sacramento Republic FC faces off against Phoenix Rising FC!
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July 27
Appreciation Day
A day revolved around immense appreciation for military, veteran & first responders.
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July 27
Dinner 911! Cooking Challenge
Military, Veterans, and First Responders face off in a live cooking challenge.
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July 29
Falling in Reverse
Special Guest Ice Nine Kills, Our Last Night, and Catch Your Breath.
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July 30
Lucha Xtreme
Hosting the best lucha libre and American styles of professional wrestling!
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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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Rides
Experience rides for all ages during the CA State Fair & Food Festival!
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Thoroughbred Racing
Watch Thoroughbred Horse Racing during the Fair!
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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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Wild Science!
Embark on a captivating journey into the fascinating realm of science.
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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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California Authors Booth
Meet the authors who call California home.
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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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Cavalcade of Horses
Enjoy all the amazing shows at the Horse Arena!
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O’Reilly Auto Parts FMX Shows
Awesome Freestyle Motocross stunts for the whole family to enjoy!
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Camp Smokey
Learn how YOU can prevent wildfires!
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United States Postal Service Booth
Stop by to purchase a commemorative Fair post card!
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Tree Circus
Climb vertical ropes and see climbing demonstrations from professional arborists!
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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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Tuesday Kids Free Day
Each Tuesday of the Fair, Kids 12 and under get free Fair admission!
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Senior Savings Fridays
Each Friday of the Fair, seniors 62 and older pay only $10 admission.
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