What to expect: June 26, 2025

Welcome to the San Diego County Fair's Insider Guide to what to expect on Thursday, June 26, 2025, at the San Diego County Fair.The Fair is open from 11 AM to 11 PM today, giving you plenty of time to explore all the excitement. And the "Summer Pet-tacular" fun continues, and today offers a fantastic blend of music, unique exhibits, and Fair favorites.The carnival rides and games in the Fun Zone are open all day, and ride-lovers can purchase a Pepsi Pay-One-Price wristband for unlimited rides between 11 a.m. and 8 p.m. Animal lovers won't want to miss the Stunt Dog Show, with performances at 1 PM, 3 PM, and 5:30 PM in Family Funville. You'll be amazed by their tricks, agility, and high jumps. And don't forget to catch the always entertaining Swifty Swine Racing Pigs, with races happening throughout the day, including at Noon, 1 PM, 2:30 PM, 4:30 PM, 6 PM, and 7:30 PM in the Durante Area.For something a little different, be sure to check out the Del Mar Rose Society Presents Rose Day. From 11 AM to 5 PM in the Garden Show area, you can stop and smell the roses with stunning displays and even a special speaker at Noon.And, of course, no visit to the Fair is complete without enjoying the classic attractions. Take a spin on your favorite carnival rides and test your skill at the games in the Fun Zone. Explore the various free exhibits, like Farm 2 U and the beautiful Flower and Garden Shows. And make sure you come hungry, as over one hundred food vendors are ready to tempt you with everything from Fair-Tastic Food Competition creations to classic deep-fried delights.Tonight's big concert on the Grandstand Stage features the iconic indie rock trio, Yeah Yeah Yeahs, performing at 7:30 PM. Remember, your concert ticket includes complimentary same-day Fair admission, so you can make a full day of it. For more live music, stick around for Jared Rogerson, who will be performing on the Michelob ULTRA Avenue Stage at 9 PM.You can find our full schedule at SDFair.com/events, and you can find information on other aspects of our operation from these Insider Guides. We hope you have a Fair-tastic Day!