FAQ’s

Friday, July 15th – Sunday, July 24th, 2011

When is next year’s Fair?

The 2012 Stanislaus County Fair dates are Friday, July 13th thru Sunday, July 22nd, 2012.

When do Fair tickets go on sale?
Fair admission tickets and unlimited ride wristbands can be purchased online beginning April 30, 2011.  Tickets for motorsports and other FoodMaxx Arena events also go on sale April 30, 2011.

Who will be performing at the Fair?
Please visit the Budweiser Variety Free Stage page for a current listing of acts announced for this year’s Fair.  All concerts are included with the price of admission.

When are exhibit entries due?
Exhibit deadlines vary depending on the division(s), that an exhibitor enters.  Please visit the Exhibits page to view the various deadlines by department.Beginning in May, you may enter online.

What motorsports events will you have at the Fair?
From the steel-grinding destruction derbies to the mud blog, there are 10 nights of exhilarating action in the FoodMaxx Arena.  Please visit the Motorsports page for a current listing of events.

How much is Fair admission?
Adult admission is just $10 in advance of opening day, and $12 at the gate.  Children ages 7-12 are only $5.Kids 6 and under are free.  Senior Citizens ages 65 and better are only $5.  For complete ticket pricing details click here.

How much are carnival rides?
Buy your unlimited ride wristbands in advance of opening day and save!  Individual ride coupons and unlimited ride wristbands can also be purchased during the Fair.  Visit the Carnival page where you can find carnival ride descriptions and requirements, carnival hours, carnival promotions and click here to conveniently buy your tickets online.

Can I bring an ice chest or other items to the Fair?
Thank you for asking, however, we ask that you bring only your taste buds through the turnstiles.  More than 30 concessionaires offer everything from all-American hot dogs and apple pie to cultural temptations like linguicia sandwiches and chow mein.  Of course, they are pouring ice cold Pepsi and 7UP, too.

Are strollers and wheelchairs available at the Fair?
On an as-available basis, strollers and wheelchairs are loaned out at the Lots Tots Safe Zone in the Sky Trek Kids Zone.

Is there handicapped parking at the Fair?
Handicapped parking is provided in both the West Lot and the North Lot, on a space-available basis.  For details, click here and handicapped parking information is located at the bottom of the page.

How do I get to the Fair?
The Stanislaus County Fair is located at 900 N. Broadway, in Turlock, California the “heart” of California’s Central Valley.

To get to the Stanislaus County Fairgrounds:

• Traveling North on Hwy 99, take the West Main Street exit and turn right onto West Main.  At the 2nd stop light, turn left onto Soderquist.
• Traveling South on Hwy 99, take the Fulkerth Road exit and turn left onto Fulkerth. Go about 3/4 of a mile then turn right onto Soderquist.

To map your driving directions, click here.

To get to the fair office located on the corner of Broadway and Canal:

• Traveling North on Hwy 99, take the West Main Street exit and turn right onto West Main.  At the 2nd stop light, turn left onto Soderquist.  Take your fifth right at W. Canal Drive. N. Broadway Avenue will be the next cross street where you will see the fair office on the corner to your left.
• Traveling South on Hwy 99, take the Fulkerth Road exit and turn left onto Fulkerth.  Go about 3/4 of a mile then turn right onto Soderquist.  Make the next available left on W. Canal Drive. N. Broadway Avenue will be the next cross street where you will see the fair office on the corner to your left.

Can I rent the Fair’s facilities?
Yes!  The Fair’s spacious exhibit buildings, multi-purpose barns, the awesome Arena and more are available for rent.  For more information on building rentals click here, grounds rentals click here, rental equipment click here and other facilities for rent click here.

How do I find out about upcoming events (non-fair events) at the fairgrounds?
The fairgrounds is home to more than a hundred events throughout the year.  You will find event dates and details on our Events at the Fairgrounds page.

How do I receive announcements about the Fair?
Be one of the first to know about entertainers appearing at this year’s Fair!  Hear about Fair discounts, ticket contests, exhibit deadlines and more!  Click here to join our mailing and/or text message list at the bottom of our homepage.

How do I apply for vendor or concessions space?
Go to the concessions section on the website for an application and our guidelines.

Does the fair have a no smoking policy?
The fair’s no smoking policy prohibits smoking in the following locations on the Stanislaus County Fairgrounds at any time: Buildings, grandstand seating areas, arena seating areas, Variety Stage seating areas, kiddie carnival areas, livestock area and horse area.  Thank you for your cooperation.

Does the fair have a guest code of conduct?
Yes.  Click here for the full document.

Does the Fair have a Dress Code?
Yes.  Click here for the full document.

Does the Fair have a Public Accommodation Policy?
Yes.  Click here for the full document.
Friday, July 15, 2011, through Sunday, July 24, 2011.