KIDS PARTIES NEW AT THE STANISLAUS COUNTY FAIR
 

            The Stanislaus County Fair now offers kids party packages which include a lot more than a boxed meal with a toy inside.
 

            New at the 2008 Stanislaus County Fair is the opportunity to host a kids party—a birthday party or an outright summer celebration. Each Saturday and Sunday during the 10-day run of the Fair has been set aside for kids parties. The “Unlimited Fun” and the “Deluxe Fair Fun” party packages include Fair admission, parking for the party host, a shaded gathering area, corn dogs, cotton candy and carnival rides. Kids party packages are for groups of 12 or more and must be scheduled in advance.
 

Kids party dates are Saturdays (July 26 and August 2) and Sundays (July 27 and August 3). Party times are 12:00 p.m.; 2:00 p.m.; or 4:00 p.m. Complete party package details and downloadable party invitations are available at www.stancofair.com (group picnics and parties page).
 

 “What better way to celebrate a special occasion or your child’s birthday than at Stanislaus County’s largest family-oriented event,” said Pennie Rorex, spokesperson for the Stanislaus County Fair. “Our special events planner will take care of all the details.”
 

Party reservations can be made via email at events@stancofair.com. Or, contact the Fair’s Special Events Assistant Diane Coryell at 209-667-7024. The deadline for party reservations is June 15.

Also new for 2008 Stanislaus County Fair is a company picnic program for groups of 100 or more. Company picnic details are also available on the Fair’s website.
 

The 2008 Stanislaus County Fair opens Friday, July 25 for a 10-day run. Discounted Fair admission tickets and unlimited ride wristbands are now on sale at www.stancofair.com.  Motor sports and bull riding event tickets go on sale on Saturday, May 3, 2008, at 10 a.m. Visit the Fair’s website for complete ticket sales details.
 

This year’s Stanislaus County Fair is themed “Nuts are DINO-mite,” a salute to the valley’s robust nut industry.  The Almond Board of California, a major sponsor of the Fair’s themed tribute, will be offering free samples of almonds each day of the Fair.
 

New to the 2008 Fair will be Jurassic Journey, an 8,000 square foot life-size dinosaur replica exhibit. The dinosaur exhibit is sponsored by Sky Trek Aviation and is making its California debut at the Stanislaus County Fair.
 

In 2008, the Stanislaus County Fair was awarded a first place award for the best Overall Children’s Program by the Western Fairs Association.  The mission of the Stanislaus County Fair is to provide a family and community oriented experience promoting agriculture, education, entertainment and technology.