California State Fair 2024 Guide | Sacramento News

The California State Fair is back for its 172nd year, July 17–August 2 at Cal Expo in Sacramento, packed with rides, food, music, and animals—and this year’s got surprises like an America 250 Maze, a King Tut exhibit, and Disneyland’s “Kids Rule Summer” kickoff. Don’t miss the Corn Dog Eating Contest, monster trucks, and Friday/Saturday fireworks. Hours vary: weekdays start at 4 p.m., weekends at 10 a.m., with the last entry at 8 p.m. on August 2. Clear bags only (max 12x12x2 inches). Save money with discount days: $2 Family Days, free admission for kids on Tuesdays, seniors’ deals, and even free entry by donating non-perishables. Catch free nightly concerts with Babyface, Wyclef Jean, and Boyz II Men—and grab a ticket to the Sacramento Republic FC soccer game on August 1, which includes fair admission. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/a401b1ad159cb0eb