If you were planning to head to the California State Fair starting this weekend, you can get in for free with a donation to the Sacramento Municipal Utility District’s Giving Friday.

The California State Fair returns to Cal Expo in Sacramento from July 11–27 for its 171st year, with fireworks, entertainment, food, exhibits and more.

Is California State Fair in Sacramento affordable? See 2025 admission, ride wristband prices, food & drink options and free entertainment, plus discount days.

The California State Fair marks its 171st year in 2025. Each year, crowds come to experience the food, exhibits, rides and live music. But this year, organizers are saying the gates will be ...

Plan your visit to California State Fair in Sacramento. See temperatures, stay cool with misting stations, find ticket deals and check latest weather forecast.

Where else can you grab a corn dog, ride the Ferris wheel, and legally light up, all in the same day? This year, cannabis isn’t just welcome at the California State Fair. It’s part of the ...

Is the California State Fair affordable? With its relatively expensive food and carnival rides, the California State Fair wasn't an incredibly affordable experience.

Fairgoers take a break from festivities on the grass steps of the Fountains at Palm Ave during opening weekend of the California State Fair on Friday, July 11 at Cal-Expo in Sacramento.

SMUD invites California State Fair attendees to experience its electric vehicle Ride & Drive event, offering free tickets and EV benefits.

The fairgrounds are at 10 W. Harbor Blvd., Ventura. Fair officials are encouraging fairgoers to enter through the main gates that face the parking lot bordered by Figueroa Street. A second gate on ...

California State Fair vibes From July 11-27, the California State Fair turns Cal Expo into a high-energy showcase of summer in the state.