Participate

CA State Fair Golden Bear Award

Competitions

For more than 160 years the California State Fair has recognized the best of the best.
Two girls reading a book together

Read to Ride Program

For every two books you read, receive two ride tickets! For K-8th graders.
Chef Cooking Challenge at Save Mart California's Kitchen

Save Mart California’s Kitchen

Share your enthusiasm and knowledge by becoming a culinary demonstrator!
Fun for All

Fun for All

People with disabilities enjoy a safe and exciting experience of the CA State Fair!
CA State Fair Gala Dinner. Wide shot of a large room filled with tables, chains, and people. Dark lighting.

Friends of the CA State Fair

Members of this charitable nonprofit organization are ambassadors of the CA State Fair
Commercial Vendors

Commercial Vendors

For commercial vendors seeking information about participating at the CA State Fair.
Food Festival Stand

Concessions

Known for mouth-watering food, CA State Fair is the place to come for tasty sensations.
Band playing on the Speakeasy Whiskey Lounge stage with a crowd of dancing people

Entertainment

Performing at the Fair!
art on display

Art Docent

You can participate in one or all of our art programs!
Person creating jewelry with material on the table

Demonstrator Program

Showcase your skills and engage with Fairgoers as a demonstrator.
Wine Garden

Sponsors

Thank you to all of our sponsors!
Downtown Sacramento, CA and Riverfront

Corporate Discount Ticket Program

Provide your employees with a benefit by offering discounted tickets to the Fair!