California State Fair 2026
Jul 17 - Aug 2, 2026 Sacramento, CAAbout
Started in 1854, California State Fair is a 17-day fair set to be held on Jul 17 - Aug 2, 2026 at the Cal Expo which is located in Sacramento, California and organized by California State Fair Board. The fair will host over 600,000 visitors around the region. It features educational and agricultural events, various competitions and contests, and fun for the whole family. People of all ages will enjoy some good clean entertainment, eat first-rate food prepared by local cooks, and view some great exhibits. This year, the fair will celebrate its 172nd anniversary.
Venue
Cal Expo
1600 Exposition Blvd Sacramento, CAAdditional Info
Hours
Monday - Thursday: 4 pm - 10 pmFriday - Sunday: 10 am - 10 pm
Admission
Adult: $18Child (5-12): $12Senior (62+): $14Child Under 5: Free
Parking
Parking for the California State Fair is $15.00.
Fair by the Numbers
Established: 1854 Attendance: 600,000 Days Left: 10 Anniversary: 172nd
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