California State Fair 2025: Your Complete Guide

In-Depth Analysis

### Getting In The fair runs from July 11-27. Gates open at 4 p.m. Monday through Thursday and 10 a.m. Friday through Sunday. Closing time is 10 p.m. daily, except for July 27, when gates close at 8 p.m.

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• [Information on animals at the fair?ref=yanuki.com](https://www.kcra.com/article/california-state-fair-2025-guide-everything-you-need-to-know/4850990#animals target="_blank")
• [List of carnival rides for 2025?ref=yanuki.com](https://www.kcra.com/article/california-state-fair-2025-guide-everything-you-need-to-know/4850990#rides target="_blank")
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• [Daily entertainment schedule?ref=yanuki.com](https://www.kcra.com/article/california-state-fair-2025-guide-everything-you-need-to-know/4850990#entertainment target="_blank")

### Tickets and Savings Regular daily admission is $16 for adults, $10 for kids (5-12), and $12 for seniors (62+). A digital season pass is $39.99, and a Blue Ribbon Season Pass (unlimited monorail rides) is $49.99. A "fun pack" with four admission tickets, four rides, and a parking pass is available for $54.99 through July 10.

**Ways to Save:**

• Mondays: $2 admission from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.
• Tuesdays: $2 carnival rides.
• Fridays: $10 admission for seniors.
• SMUD Giving Friday: Free admission with five nonperishable food items.

### New and Returning Attractions

**New:**

• The Invader ride
• "CaLOWfornia Love" exhibit (lowrider culture)
• "POPnology" exhibit (science fiction and innovation)
• Wild Science exhibit
• Inaugural Film Festival (July 11)

**Returning:**

• State Fair BBQ Competition (July 12)
• All-Alaskan racing pigs
• Sea lion splash
• California cannabis exhibit

### Food and Drink New food vendors include Boba King, Chando’s Tacos, Dubai Chocolate Cups, and more. Don't miss the fire-roasted artichoke and "Celebration of Sourdough!"

### Concerts The Toyota Concert Series features free nightly concerts. Headliners include Ludacris, Bret Michaels, Air Supply, and Cypress Hill. Fans can start lining up at 5 p.m.

### Important Information * Anyone under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian (21+). * Clear bag policy enforced. * No pocketknives or pepper spray allowed. * Call Cal Expo police at 916-263-3050 if you lose a child. * Wheelchair and scooter rentals are available. * Air-conditioned buildings include California Buildings A, B, C, & D and the Expo Center.

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Takeaways

• Plan your visit in advance to take advantage of early bird discounts and special events.
• Consider visiting on Mondays or Tuesdays for cheaper admission and ride costs.
• Don't forget to check out the new exhibits and food vendors this year.
• Be aware of the security measures, especially the clear bag policy.

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