The fair began in 1937<\/a> in Galt, where it remained until 1957, fair organizers said. The event moved to the state fairgrounds on Stockton Boulevard before relocating again in 1969 to Cal Expo.<\/p>\n The fair seeks to educate children and adults about the importance of agriculture.<\/p>\n \u201cFor a majority of Sacramento and some exhibitors, the county fair is the only agricultural experience they will ever have,\u201d organizers said. \u201cBut, as they become responsible citizens, they will make decisions that could affect the way we all live and do business.\u201d<\/p>\n Here\u2019s what you need to know:<\/p>\n The Sacramento County Fair is open from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday at Cal Expo, 1600 Exposition Blvd. in Sacramento.<\/p>\n On Monday, the fair will be open from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.<\/p>\n What are prices for fair tickets? Carnival wristbands?<\/p>\n Fair tickets<\/a> cost $14 at the gate, or $12 for children ages 12 to 16. Kids under 12 get in free.<\/p>\n On Thursday, Senior Day, fairgoers age 62 and up get free admission.<\/p>\n On Monday, Memorial Day, retired and active military will receive free admission.<\/p>\n Admission to arena and grandstand events is not included with general fair admission.<\/p>\n Grandstand tickets cost $15 apiece, while arena tickets are $22 for the rodeo and $22.50 to $47.50 for monster trucks. For $110, you can get a four-pack of tickets.<\/p>\n Carnival wristbands for all-day rides are $38 at the fair.<\/p>\n How much is parking?<\/p>\n Parking is $10. Wheelchair and wagon rental is $20 on a first-come, first-served basis.<\/p>\n Musical acts scheduled to perform<\/a> on the main stage during the four-day Sacramento County Fair include Sunset River Band, Remedy 7, Dane Madden, Ninth Circle, Corazon de Mana, Gunpowder & Lace and The Drumheads.<\/p>\n Eventgoers can also catch performances by comedian Dane Madden, hypnotist Tina Marie and the acrobatic Wilder Show, organizers said.<\/p>\n Livestock shows and auctions<\/a> at the fair will feature goats, swine, cattle, poultry, sheep and rabbits, along with dogs.<\/p>\n What else can I see and do at the fair?<\/p>\n The Sacramento County Fair includes a carnival<\/a> with several rides suitable for children.<\/p>\n \u201cPig racers, tractor pulls, animal petting farm as well as several strolling entertainment acts to bring a little extra fun to your day,\u201d organizers said.<\/p>\n BMX stunt shows, sand sculptures, reptiles, birds of prey, a mini railroad and the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles also will be part of the show<\/a> all four days.<\/p>\n Food at the fair<\/a> includes baked potatoes, ice cream, chicken on a stick, mini-doughnuts, funnel cakes, hot dogs, Mexican food, pretzels and other traditional fare.<\/p>\n In the arms of their father Candido Avila, center, Miranda Avila 4, left, and her sister Fernanda Avila 3 get a close encounter with a dromedary camel during the Sacramento County Fair at CalExpo in Sacramento on Friday, May 25, 2018. The 2025 county fair runs through Memorial Day. Randall Benton Sacramento Bee file When is the Sacramento County Fair in 2026? Where?<\/p>\n
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Anthony Candelaria, of North Highlands, and his daughter, Annalise Candelaria, 2, ride on the teacups at the Sacramento County Fair at Cal Expo on May 26, 2023. \u201cThis is her first time,\u201d he said, adding he wanted to bring his daughter to \u201ctake on the tradition of Sacramento, you know, just coming to the same fair.\u201d The fair, which runs through Memorial Day, features daily concerts and a Saturday evening rodeo in addition to amusement rides and fair festivities. Xavier Mascare\u00f1as Sacramento Bee file Who\u2019s performing in concert at the fair?<\/p>\n![\"Fourteen-year-old](\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/SAC_xm_040623ffa013692.jpeg\" "\\"SAC_xm_040623ffa013692\\"")
Fourteen-year-old Maci Marez\u2019s black sheep, Jet, leads the way into a pen at Elk Grove High School\u2019s Future Farmers of America farm Thursday, April 6, 2023, on campus. Xavier Mascare\u00f1as xmascarenas@sacbee.com What livestock events will be at the fair?<\/p>\n![\"Elijah](\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/SAC_HA05262022CountyFair9953.JPG\" "\\"SAC_HA05262022CountyFair9953.JPG\\"")
Elijah Lambert, 17, of Wilton, eats his first turkey leg at the Sacramento County Fair at Cal Expo during opening day on Thursday, May 26, 2022. Hector Amezcua hamezcua@sacbee.com <\/p>\n