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Kiddie Koncierge: County Fair Guide
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Welcome to the Kiddie Koncierge County Fair Guide
2011!
I finally figured out what funnel cake is. Silly question, I guess the
name "funnel cake" should say it all. Well, this is funnel cake
season. What is a summer without oppressively hot weather, lots
of fried carbs, questionably safe rides, “________ (fill in the blank)
Idol” competitions, and lots and lots of farm animals – all in one
place? We do jest, these fairs are a blast. We went to the Harvest
Festival in Santa Rosa a while back (and a bunch of these fairs
since then) and had a great time (all of the following are true, by
the way) – sheep dog trials, pig beauty pageants, the prettiest draft
horses you ever saw, lots of fowl, lots of home-baked goods (none
of which you can buy or sample), fried food you never thought
possible, and some great kids entertainment. Bottom line is that
your kids will love it. There are activities for the entire family.
Believe it or not, you will have fun too.
Some tips for success:
June 2nd - 5th
Contra Costa County Fair, 1201 West 10th Street,
Antioch
Thurs - Fri, 12 noon - 11:00 p.m.
Sat - Sun, 11:00 a.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Adults $8, kids 6-12 $5, kids 5 and under FREE
Parking $5
Go to http://www.contracostafair.com/fair/ For details
Go to http://www.contracostafair.com/fair/about/directions for
directions
June 11th - 19th
San Mateo County Fair presents the Peninsula
Festival Fair, San Mateo County Event Center, San
Mateo
12 noon - 10:00 p.m. (11 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays),
Adults $10
Kids 6-12, $8
Kids 5 and under FREE
Unllimited Rides $30
Parking $10
Save $3 per ticket by buying in advance
For details, visit www.sanmateocountyfair.com/
Directions at www.sanmateocountyfair.com/event-info/getting-
here
Carnival rides, live entertainment for all ages, live concerts, 4H
exhibits, horse racing.
June 22nd - 26th
Sonoma-Marin Fair, 175 Fairgrounds Drive,
Petaluma
Weds - Thurs, 1:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Fri - Sat, 12:00 noon - midnight
Sunday, 12:00 noon - 11:00 p.m.
Adults $12, kids 4-12, $8 kids 3 and under FREE
For details, visit www.sonoma-marinfair.org
For directions, visit www.sonoma-marinfair.org/getdir.shtml
Lots of kids stuff including games, bicycle stunt demonstrations,
reptiles, ponies, tractor races, exhibits, rides, demonstrations,
rides, a destruction derby, livestock shows, wine tasting, Luche
Libre wrestling, and of course, the "World's Ugliest Dog Contest"
Cool deals:
- Wednesday, June 22nd: Everyone's a Kid Day $10 for everyone
- Thursday, June 23rd: Seniors Day $2
June 22nd - July 10th
Alameda County Fair, 4501 Pleasanton Ave.,
Pleasanton
Mondays, Weds, Thurs, 11:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.
CLOSED Tuesday
Fri - Sun, 10:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.
July 4th: 10:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.
July 5th: 10:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Adults $10
Kids 6-12, $6,
Kids under 6, FREE,
Parking $8,
For details, visit www.alamedacountyfair.
com/2011fair/home/index.php
For directions, visit www.alamedacountyfair.
com/maps_directions.html
Live entertainment including two free (with admission) concerts
nightly), thoroughbred racing, rides for the smaller kids, rides for
the older kids and adults, petting zoo, food, circus performers, lots
of exhibits, and much more.
Cool deals:
- Advance Purchase: save $2 per ticket
- Fun Pack: $30 for 4 General admission tickets, 1 parking pass,
and 2 "buy one, get one free" drink vouchers in the carnival area
- $3 Wacky Wednesdays June 22, June 29, and July 6
- Kids FREE Fridays (Kids 12 and under get in FREE), June 24, July
1, and July 8
- Fair Food Drive, June 27 - Bring Four (4) non-perishable food
items for FREE fair admission.
- Military Appreciation Day, July 1 - FREE admission for you and a
guest with valid military ID or proof of service for veterans.
June 30th - July 4th
Marin County Fair, Civic Center Drive, San Rafael
Open daily 11:00 a.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Adults $15,
Kids 4-12, $13,
Kids under 4, FREE
Admission includes concerts, exhibits, fireworks, and 28 free
carnival rides
Parking $6.
For more details, visit www.marinfair.org/
The Marin County Fair is filled with top entertainment and fireworks
every night at 9:30 p.m. over the Lagoon. Not a bad way to do the
4th. And of course, there are rides, exhibits, arts, crafts, a huge
agricultural area with animals, pig racing, petting zoo, sheepdog
trials (A lot of fun), lots of great entertainment, concerts, and a wide
variety of "green" exhibits and demonstrations.
July 1st - 4th
Napa County Fair, 1435 North Oak Street, Calistoga
July 1st , 4:00 - 11:00 p.m.
July 2nd-4th, 12 noon - 11:00 p.m.
Adults $10, Kids 7-12, $5, Kids under 6 FREE
Parking $5
www.napacountyfair.org/County-Fair/index.html
Racing pigs, lots of entertainment and concerts, fireworks and a
parade on the 4th, a tractor pull, chainsaw sculpting, the
Budweiser Clydesdale Horses, livestock exhibits, wine tastings,
food, rides, exhibits and much more.
Cool Deals
- July 1st - $5 day - everyone gets in for $5
July 14th - 31st
California State Fair, Cal Expo, Sacramento
Mon- Thurs, 12:00 noon - 10:00 p.m. (midway open from 2:00 p.m.
- 11:00 p.m.)
Friday and Sat, 10:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m. (midway open from, 10:00
a.m. - midnight)
Adults $10
Kids 5-12, $6
Kids 4 and under FREE
Parking $10
For details, visit www.bigfun.org
For directions, visit www.bigfun.
org/fair/generalinfo/mapsdirections.asp
July 27th - August 14th
Sonoma County Fair, Sonoma County Fairgrounds,
1350 Bennett Valley Road, Santa Rosa
Open daily, 11:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m. Closed Mondays
Adults $9
Kids 7-12 $3
Kids 6 and under FREE
Parking $6-8
For details, visit www.sonomacountyfair.com/nscf_home.php
For directions, visit www.sonomacountyfair.com/gettinghere.php
A charming fair on the Sonoma County is a VERY family friendly
fair. They have lots of accommodations for parents with young
children. In addition, they have a great flower show, lots of rides,
horse racing, tons of concerts and entertainment, great local food
and wine, lots of the most beautiful livestock and farm animals you
have ever seen, a demolition derby, motocross, a great kids area
with crafts, kid-friendly entertainment, a sand box and SHADE, a
rodeo, sheep dog trials, wagon rides.
August 3rd -7th
Solano County Fair, Solano County Fairgrounds,
Vallejo California
Open daily 11:00 a.m. - 11:00 p.m.,
Adults $8
Kids 6-12, $4
Kids 5 and under FREE
Parking $6
For more details, visit www.scfair.com
For directions, visit www.scfair.com/directions.html
Lots of livestock exhibits, food, rides, fireworks every night, arts,
crafts, horse racing, concerts, demolition derby, motocross races,
and arts, crafts, demonstrations, and exhibits in a wide range of
categories.
Cool deals
- Advance Purchase - Save $2
- Kids Day, Aug 4th - Kids 12 and under FREE
- Seniors Day, Aug 3rd- FREE Admission for Seniors 60 and older
August 4th - 7th
Santa Clara County Fair, Santa Clara County
Fairgrounds, 344 Tully Road, Santa Clara
Open Daily 10:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Admission FREE
Parking FREE
For details, visit http://thefair.org/home.cfm
For directions, visit http://thefair.org/directions.cfm
They have livestock, music, 4H demonstrations, games, and much
more!
August 10th - 14th
Napa Town and Country Fair, Napa Valley Expo, 575
Third Street, Napa
Open Daily 12:00 noon - 10:00 p.m. (Carnival open until midnight),
Adults $13
Kids 6-12 $10
Kids under 5 FREE
Parking $10 - although street parking is pretty easy to find.
For details, visit www.napavalleyexpo.com/fair.html
For directions, visit www.napavalleyexpo.com/map.html
They have livestock, music, a demolition derby, 4H
demonstrations, a parade, and of course, what would a county fair
in Napa be without winetasting?
Cool deals
- Kids Day, August 11 - Kids 12 and under FREE
- Seniors Day, August 10 - Seniors 60 and older $5
September 13th - 18th
Santa Cruz County Fair, 2601 East Lake Ave.,
Watsonville
For details, visit http://santacruzcountyfair.com/index.cfm
For directions, visit http://www.santacruzcountyfair.
com/ft_directions.cfm
September 16th - 18th
Mendocino County Fair and Apple Show, Route 128
Between Lambert Lane and Hutsell Road, Boonville
Daily 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m. (carnival closes at midnight)
For details, visit www.mendocountyfair.com
September 30th - October 2nd
Sonoma County Harvest Fair, Sonoma County
Fairgrounds, 1350 Bennett Valley Road, Santa Rosa
Friday, 10:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Sat and Sunday, 10:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Adults $8
Kids 7-12, $3
Kids 6 and under FREE
For details, visit www.harvestfair.org/hf_home.php
For directions, visit www.sonomacountyfair.com/gettinghere.php
A charming fair on the Sonoma County Fairgrounds in Santa
Rosa. Lots of animals, demonstrations, entertainment, and food.
There are a few rides, but the ag stuff is the main attraction. We
loved it. Great for the younger kids and the teens as well. There is
a whole list of kid-friendly activities here: www.harvestfair.
org/agtivities.php
That’s it for now! Enjoy the summer!
2011!
I finally figured out what funnel cake is. Silly question, I guess the
name "funnel cake" should say it all. Well, this is funnel cake
season. What is a summer without oppressively hot weather, lots
of fried carbs, questionably safe rides, “________ (fill in the blank)
Idol” competitions, and lots and lots of farm animals – all in one
place? We do jest, these fairs are a blast. We went to the Harvest
Festival in Santa Rosa a while back (and a bunch of these fairs
since then) and had a great time (all of the following are true, by
the way) – sheep dog trials, pig beauty pageants, the prettiest draft
horses you ever saw, lots of fowl, lots of home-baked goods (none
of which you can buy or sample), fried food you never thought
possible, and some great kids entertainment. Bottom line is that
your kids will love it. There are activities for the entire family.
Believe it or not, you will have fun too.
Some tips for success:
- Go early or go late. Mid-day can wilt your little flowers
quickly. Evenings, however, tend to favor older kids. - Review the schedules as there are frequently cool events
that you may wish to plan your day around.
June 2nd - 5th
Contra Costa County Fair, 1201 West 10th Street,
Antioch
Thurs - Fri, 12 noon - 11:00 p.m.
Sat - Sun, 11:00 a.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Adults $8, kids 6-12 $5, kids 5 and under FREE
Parking $5
Go to http://www.contracostafair.com/fair/ For details
Go to http://www.contracostafair.com/fair/about/directions for
directions
June 11th - 19th
San Mateo County Fair presents the Peninsula
Festival Fair, San Mateo County Event Center, San
Mateo
12 noon - 10:00 p.m. (11 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays),
Adults $10
Kids 6-12, $8
Kids 5 and under FREE
Unllimited Rides $30
Parking $10
Save $3 per ticket by buying in advance
For details, visit www.sanmateocountyfair.com/
Directions at www.sanmateocountyfair.com/event-info/getting-
here
Carnival rides, live entertainment for all ages, live concerts, 4H
exhibits, horse racing.
June 22nd - 26th
Sonoma-Marin Fair, 175 Fairgrounds Drive,
Petaluma
Weds - Thurs, 1:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Fri - Sat, 12:00 noon - midnight
Sunday, 12:00 noon - 11:00 p.m.
Adults $12, kids 4-12, $8 kids 3 and under FREE
For details, visit www.sonoma-marinfair.org
For directions, visit www.sonoma-marinfair.org/getdir.shtml
Lots of kids stuff including games, bicycle stunt demonstrations,
reptiles, ponies, tractor races, exhibits, rides, demonstrations,
rides, a destruction derby, livestock shows, wine tasting, Luche
Libre wrestling, and of course, the "World's Ugliest Dog Contest"
Cool deals:
- Wednesday, June 22nd: Everyone's a Kid Day $10 for everyone
- Thursday, June 23rd: Seniors Day $2
June 22nd - July 10th
Alameda County Fair, 4501 Pleasanton Ave.,
Pleasanton
Mondays, Weds, Thurs, 11:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.
CLOSED Tuesday
Fri - Sun, 10:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.
July 4th: 10:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.
July 5th: 10:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Adults $10
Kids 6-12, $6,
Kids under 6, FREE,
Parking $8,
For details, visit www.alamedacountyfair.
com/2011fair/home/index.php
For directions, visit www.alamedacountyfair.
com/maps_directions.html
Live entertainment including two free (with admission) concerts
nightly), thoroughbred racing, rides for the smaller kids, rides for
the older kids and adults, petting zoo, food, circus performers, lots
of exhibits, and much more.
Cool deals:
- Advance Purchase: save $2 per ticket
- Fun Pack: $30 for 4 General admission tickets, 1 parking pass,
and 2 "buy one, get one free" drink vouchers in the carnival area
- $3 Wacky Wednesdays June 22, June 29, and July 6
- Kids FREE Fridays (Kids 12 and under get in FREE), June 24, July
1, and July 8
- Fair Food Drive, June 27 - Bring Four (4) non-perishable food
items for FREE fair admission.
- Military Appreciation Day, July 1 - FREE admission for you and a
guest with valid military ID or proof of service for veterans.
June 30th - July 4th
Marin County Fair, Civic Center Drive, San Rafael
Open daily 11:00 a.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Adults $15,
Kids 4-12, $13,
Kids under 4, FREE
Admission includes concerts, exhibits, fireworks, and 28 free
carnival rides
Parking $6.
For more details, visit www.marinfair.org/
The Marin County Fair is filled with top entertainment and fireworks
every night at 9:30 p.m. over the Lagoon. Not a bad way to do the
4th. And of course, there are rides, exhibits, arts, crafts, a huge
agricultural area with animals, pig racing, petting zoo, sheepdog
trials (A lot of fun), lots of great entertainment, concerts, and a wide
variety of "green" exhibits and demonstrations.
July 1st - 4th
Napa County Fair, 1435 North Oak Street, Calistoga
July 1st , 4:00 - 11:00 p.m.
July 2nd-4th, 12 noon - 11:00 p.m.
Adults $10, Kids 7-12, $5, Kids under 6 FREE
Parking $5
www.napacountyfair.org/County-Fair/index.html
Racing pigs, lots of entertainment and concerts, fireworks and a
parade on the 4th, a tractor pull, chainsaw sculpting, the
Budweiser Clydesdale Horses, livestock exhibits, wine tastings,
food, rides, exhibits and much more.
Cool Deals
- July 1st - $5 day - everyone gets in for $5
July 14th - 31st
California State Fair, Cal Expo, Sacramento
Mon- Thurs, 12:00 noon - 10:00 p.m. (midway open from 2:00 p.m.
- 11:00 p.m.)
Friday and Sat, 10:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m. (midway open from, 10:00
a.m. - midnight)
Adults $10
Kids 5-12, $6
Kids 4 and under FREE
Parking $10
For details, visit www.bigfun.org
For directions, visit www.bigfun.
org/fair/generalinfo/mapsdirections.asp
July 27th - August 14th
Sonoma County Fair, Sonoma County Fairgrounds,
1350 Bennett Valley Road, Santa Rosa
Open daily, 11:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m. Closed Mondays
Adults $9
Kids 7-12 $3
Kids 6 and under FREE
Parking $6-8
For details, visit www.sonomacountyfair.com/nscf_home.php
For directions, visit www.sonomacountyfair.com/gettinghere.php
A charming fair on the Sonoma County is a VERY family friendly
fair. They have lots of accommodations for parents with young
children. In addition, they have a great flower show, lots of rides,
horse racing, tons of concerts and entertainment, great local food
and wine, lots of the most beautiful livestock and farm animals you
have ever seen, a demolition derby, motocross, a great kids area
with crafts, kid-friendly entertainment, a sand box and SHADE, a
rodeo, sheep dog trials, wagon rides.
August 3rd -7th
Solano County Fair, Solano County Fairgrounds,
Vallejo California
Open daily 11:00 a.m. - 11:00 p.m.,
Adults $8
Kids 6-12, $4
Kids 5 and under FREE
Parking $6
For more details, visit www.scfair.com
For directions, visit www.scfair.com/directions.html
Lots of livestock exhibits, food, rides, fireworks every night, arts,
crafts, horse racing, concerts, demolition derby, motocross races,
and arts, crafts, demonstrations, and exhibits in a wide range of
categories.
Cool deals
- Advance Purchase - Save $2
- Kids Day, Aug 4th - Kids 12 and under FREE
- Seniors Day, Aug 3rd- FREE Admission for Seniors 60 and older
August 4th - 7th
Santa Clara County Fair, Santa Clara County
Fairgrounds, 344 Tully Road, Santa Clara
Open Daily 10:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Admission FREE
Parking FREE
For details, visit http://thefair.org/home.cfm
For directions, visit http://thefair.org/directions.cfm
They have livestock, music, 4H demonstrations, games, and much
more!
August 10th - 14th
Napa Town and Country Fair, Napa Valley Expo, 575
Third Street, Napa
Open Daily 12:00 noon - 10:00 p.m. (Carnival open until midnight),
Adults $13
Kids 6-12 $10
Kids under 5 FREE
Parking $10 - although street parking is pretty easy to find.
For details, visit www.napavalleyexpo.com/fair.html
For directions, visit www.napavalleyexpo.com/map.html
They have livestock, music, a demolition derby, 4H
demonstrations, a parade, and of course, what would a county fair
in Napa be without winetasting?
Cool deals
- Kids Day, August 11 - Kids 12 and under FREE
- Seniors Day, August 10 - Seniors 60 and older $5
September 13th - 18th
Santa Cruz County Fair, 2601 East Lake Ave.,
Watsonville
For details, visit http://santacruzcountyfair.com/index.cfm
For directions, visit http://www.santacruzcountyfair.
com/ft_directions.cfm
September 16th - 18th
Mendocino County Fair and Apple Show, Route 128
Between Lambert Lane and Hutsell Road, Boonville
Daily 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m. (carnival closes at midnight)
For details, visit www.mendocountyfair.com
September 30th - October 2nd
Sonoma County Harvest Fair, Sonoma County
Fairgrounds, 1350 Bennett Valley Road, Santa Rosa
Friday, 10:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Sat and Sunday, 10:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Adults $8
Kids 7-12, $3
Kids 6 and under FREE
For details, visit www.harvestfair.org/hf_home.php
For directions, visit www.sonomacountyfair.com/gettinghere.php
A charming fair on the Sonoma County Fairgrounds in Santa
Rosa. Lots of animals, demonstrations, entertainment, and food.
There are a few rides, but the ag stuff is the main attraction. We
loved it. Great for the younger kids and the teens as well. There is
a whole list of kid-friendly activities here: www.harvestfair.
org/agtivities.php
That’s it for now! Enjoy the summer!
Kiddie Koncierge County Fair
Guide 2011
Updated June 16, 2011
Guide 2011
Updated June 16, 2011
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