For more than 165 years, the California State Fair has showcased the Best of California and Cal Expo has been a venue for more than 200 events a year.

2025 California State Fair . Mark your calendars! CA State Fair returns on July 11-27, 2025 for another amazing 17 days of amazing Exhibits, Entertainment, Livestock and Food!

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Embark on an enchanting journey through this extraordinary exhibit, curated in the salon style, featuring meticulously selected masterpieces from the Fine Art and Photography competition. Discover the opulence of the gallery walls as you explore the kaleidoscopic universe of visual creativity crafted by California’s esteemed artists.

CA State Fair Hours of Operation. Safety & Security: Click here to find the Code of Conduct, Drone Policy, Cannabis Policy, and more information about safety and security. Guests entering Cal Expo grant unrestricted rights to use their likeness in any broadcast, photograph, transmission, or reproduction in connection with the event.

Home » California State Fair Hours. Below are hours for the California State Fair, they are subject to change. Main Gate & Blue Gate Hours. Monday – Thursday: 4 pm – 10 pm. Friday – Sunday: 10 am – 10 pm (8 pm closing night, July 27) Green Gate Hours. Monday – Thursday: Opens at 4 …

Cal Expo is home to the California State Fair and plays host to hundreds of other signature events each year. Featuring 350 beautifully landscaped acres, Cal Expo was initiated by Governor Pat Brown and opened by Governor Ronald Reagan in 1968.

Competitors from all over the state compete for top honors and cash prizes. Whether you are an exhibitor or a spectator, the California State Fair is the place to be to experience the best of California’s traditions, culture, and cuisine.

2024 California State Fair Map; Hours. View Hours; Parking. Parking for the California State Fair: $15; General Parking for most interim events & shows: $10; Parking for concerts: $20; Parking for events at Heart Health Park: $15-20; Sacramento Republic RC Soccer Matches: $15; Cash and most major credit cards are accepted for parking payment.