It was as always quite nice. If you come during the week it's quieter and you can see everything without crowding
The CA State Fair is not to be missed. It's a family tradition, a part of California's history and a chance to marvel at new exhibition's, see livestock, eat a "hot out of the oil" corn dog and just have FUN. We used to just head over to the carnival rides, but now skip that part and enjoy the exhibits.
Its HOT in Sacramento in July, so when you go to Cal Expo for the state fair, you will need water. Lots of it. Its a large area, and my feet always hurt at the end of a day. The buildings that consist of cal expo, need better A/C to escape the heat and enjoy the stands of things to see and buy. Outside, the fair is like a great fair - rides, weird food, animals. Its awesome. Check it out. The parking costs $12 I believe in 2014. The tickets cost similarly. I suggest buying ahead of time for a savings. I wish the whiskey event didn't cost so much extra - thatd be cool to see next time. I personally like the cal expo monorail. It gives you a good look of where everything is located.
You have to experience this fair with friends and/or family to really make it fun. It's a large fair with plenty of things to do and see and you don't need to spend a lot of money to have a good time.
Wife and I went to the fair. We have been attending the fair for over 40 years. It hasn't changed much. Less people, higher costs for parking, and junk foods.We stopped for a cinnamon roll for my wife. She has one every year.The exhibits in the Counties Building are interesting. Then we went to the DMV booth. Same old booth - needs a freshen up; people manning the booth are knowledgeable and cordial.After, we stopped to watch a cooking challenge. Three chefs had to make meals in 30 minutes using military MRE's. We knew one of the chefs competing, Brian from Hook and Ladder. He didn't win.Then we had wine and cheese at the Wine Pavillion - best value.All in all, had fun and will return next year.
We love to check out all of the displays...the animals, the plants, and the shops. Also, the music...just love the music and dancing.
Always a good time at the State Fair but be prepared to shell out quite a bit of dough for fried foods and drinks. Must have the funnel cake as a treat. Exhibits are interesting and worth a peek, vendors are stale with nothing you can't leave without, race track is fun and included at no extra cost except for betting of course, new this year is the NBA arena and its free, music headliners need an overhaul but they'll take you back to yesteryear, lots of carnival rides if you can stomach it, farm animals are always a treat to see but this year they did not bring the pigs which is a huge disappointment. Bring a picnic lunch if you want to save money and you'll eat healthier. It's always a fun time to spend a day with the family and friends.
State fair is a real treat for the whole family. It is huge and takes all day to see everything, a wonderful yearly experience, we haven't missed the fair for the last 35 years!
This was my first visit to the fair this year. It has lots to do and lot of walking, walking from rides to food stall takes easy 10 mins. It was difficult to find places, we spent few hrs, though end up wandering generally around and finding places as we bump into them. Few maps and much better signage will help. Surely spending $5 to 10 for throwing few rings, and paying 40% premium on food (that is not even close to restaurant food) are part of having a family outing. Overall, will go again next year, though with better planning and after checking maps reading stuff on internet, regarding what to do. Not a place to just walk in ...
O.K. it's the State Fair. It has all the pluses and minuses of a State Fair. Animal exhibits that are terrific - staffed by owners, exhibitors and 4H Club members. Rides that most adults would rather not be on but that are a terrific attraction for children and teenagers. Classic State Fair food - not exactly healthy - but fine for a once a year experience. Music can be fun. Easy parking.