The county fair — there’s nothing quite like it. From the screams of riders and rodeo-goers to the music pounding from the stage and the aroma of festival fare wafting through the fairgrounds, every aspect of the county expo delights and amuses the senses. Whether you go for the nostalgic favorites or the new attractions, you’ll want to check out this roundup of 2024 Northern California county fairs that lie ahead.
Through May 27, Sacramento County Fairgrounds, 1600 Exposition Blvd., Sacramento. The annual Sacramento County Fair features thrilling competitions, agriculture displays, hands-on family activities, carnival rides, specialty food and a full slate of festival-style entertainment.
$0 to $12 admission, $35 carnival wristbands. May 31 to June 1, San Joaquin County Fairgrounds, 1658 S. Airport Way, Stockton.
The San Joaquin County festivities offer fun for everyone with main stage entertainment, concerts, carnival rides, agriculture, livestock, food, live entertainment and unique exhibits. $0 to $10 admission, $35 carnival wristbands. June 13-16, Solano County Fairgrounds, 900 Fairgrounds Drive, Vallejo.
The 2024 fair promises festive food, live entertainment and performances, agriculture and livestock exhibits, Midway of Fun carnival rides and local artisans. $0 to $10 admission, $30 carnival wristbands. June 14 to July 7, Alameda County Fairgrounds, 4501 Pleasanton Ave.
, Pleasanton. The Alameda County Fair returns for an all-out bash featuring carnival rides, a .