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    At The Grounds

    2.9 (49 reviews)
    Closed 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

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    This Facility worker harassed and threatened me. I was there with our Volleyball team, paid for parking all three days $45. Had my EV plugged in on the racetrack side like always. He unplugged my car. When I came out, he pulled up and said next time my car would be towed. I asked why? He said because no free charging, I pointed out. There's probably 100 cell phones plugged in inside the event. He said that's different and got belligerent with me. I asked him who he worked for he said don't worry about it. Walked up on me like he was gonna start a fight with me, The only thing that stopped him was the fact that I was recording. He left but came back and took pictures of me while I was sitting in my car. I got out and asked him to get his supervisor and to get Security. He refused and drove away in his buggy. There are no signs in the area that state no EV charging. The portable restrooms were unlocked. The power to the receptacles was turned on. This was in the pit area of the racetrack.

    Amy H.

    Our first time at the newly remodeled Placer County Fair grounds. The Grounds, what we saw looked very nice, New and clean. Every staff member we talked with was very nice. We arrived late after work. We were there to see the Spazmatics perform. We were hoping to go earlier to enjoy more of the other fair attractions. But we only saw the Spazmatics and ordered a beer. The beer, bar and restrooms were located in close locations to the stage. They had tables and chairs out, would of been nice to have few more. But people also needed space to dance. They had a good amount of space for dancing which was very nice! Hopefully they have The Spazmatics back again soon!

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    Jonnita W.

    My second time visiting the grounds and attending an event. I attended the same event of the Home and Garden show roughly about four years ago. For this particular event, I could say that a lot more options of Tiny Homes are available and possibly a few more food vendors as well. The grounds seem to have been kept up nicely. I like how they have what seem to be a dog relieving area to me. I noticed a red fire hydrant and not too far from that was a dog statue so I'm assuming. Nice to see this is another dog friendly location as well. I also noticed a few other activities that could be held in one of their buildings whether it's large sporting events or possibly Jim family events. We did pay for parking during this cigar event, so I'm guessing they probably charge parking for any event that they do have at the location being held. Overall, great spot to have events

    Vanilla churro
    Reena S.

    Came here for the Placer County Fair. Parking was $10. Adult admission was $8. There was a good amount of food stands. We got a snow cone, doughnut, corn dog, and churro. Everything was delicious. There's a small play area for the kiddos, rides, and carnival games. It's an enjoyable experience, but much smaller than the State Fair in Sacramento. As adults, I'd say expect to spend 1-2 hours here. Note for the COVID conscious: No one was wearing masks or distancing in lines. Condiments and snow cone syrup are at self-serve common areas. Some stands have hand sanitizer available.

    The one good thing about the county fair was getting this ruler.
    Annette H.

    A very small event center that charges way too much for parking for their events. Came here for a few gem/jewelry shows and was disappointed about how small scale everything is. (I guess I'm too used to Bay Area shows). I don't mind if a show is small, but I think it's unnecessary for such a small venue to charge so much for parking. Recently my mom was visiting and I had commented that there was a Placer County Fair going on. She remembered the fun times we had at the San Mateo County Fair and Orange County/LA County Fairs in the past and said she'd like to check it out. I figured it would be tiny, given how small this place is, but at least it'd be fun to walk around and get some fair food, right? We paid $10 for parking. Then we paid $17 for admission ($7 adults, $3 seniors). Gees, $27 just to get IN to the fair?! Oh well, we gotta support our county, right? Now we wouldn't have minded paying so much if it was great or even good. Instead, we walk into the fairground and we're met by a bunch of tents set up by local businesses. Understandably, they're out to get more customers but we totally felt like sheep walking among wolves. My husband made the mistake of engaging in conversation with the first tent and as we continued walking, she ends up chasing down my husband to try to get his business. Seriously? We're paying $27 to be hounded by companies? We walk around for a few minutes and then go, wait, that's it?! So we figure, okay, well we're here, let's get some fair food. We're not even that picky with fair food but nothing looked even remotely appetizing. Everyone around us looked bored and hot (it was pretty warm). We wanted to spend some money for something yummy but given the lack of many choices, we weren't able to find anything. Talk about disappointing. As we walked around to make sure there wasn't another aisle or building that we had accidentally missed (we didn't), my mom turns to me and says in another language, "We got tricked." (Or I guess it'd be better translated, "We fell for it.") On our way out, we had to maneuver our way around that first tent so my husband wouldn't get hounded by that loud woman again. Turns out she was standing under the tree smoking, so we didn't have to worry after all. The high point: We got a cute free ruler and chapstick from iFLY and another company--I think T-Mobile. Yay, we love free swag. While I'm all for supporting our county and even a small-scale fair, guests should not be made to feel like they were ripped off. For such a small fair, at least charge less for parking. Or admission. I feel bad for families that paid so much to get in and then have to pay for tickets for rides, etc. Unless they start charging less or move to a bigger venue and do something drastically different, the Placer County Fair is TOTALLY not worth it. Our first and last time. Save your money and just go to the California State Fair in July.

    Vinod A.

    New facility opened in February 2020. Large parking lot. We were here for the Vollyball tournament. Indoor was high cellings .. was divided into 24 volleyball courts. Courts were meant for basketball and volleyball tournament. Facility has free WiFi for the guest. Love the facility would love to see them add options for displaying scores

    Michelangelo S.

    The VAMPIRE BALL of 2012 WAS A BLAST! SITREP What a dynamite experience the "Vampire Ball 2012" was indeed. This year it was hosted by the venue Placer County Fairgrounds & Events Center. What a great place for an amazing event put on my friends Shannon McCabe with the DJ talents of Bryan Hawk and David Van Dyke. PICTURES I posted a number of event pictures that will show how extensive the activities were at this event that included hauntingly beautiful women, frighteningly handsome men, and even Le Stat! ACTIVITIES It was an eclectic schedule including: * A RED CARPET Greeting! * Beautiful Belly Dancers! * Theatrical Displays & Scenes from Interview with a Vampire, and Dracula * The Beautiful AKASHA, Queen of the Vampires, making the rounds on the Stage and in the crowd * A SEXY VAMP BEAUTY CONTEST * Vendors selling all sorts of items, trinkets, and mystical potions! * BANDS in the Band Stand * A Hookah Bar, ....and much much more! THE LOWDOWN I can't wait until the Vampire Ball next year in 2013, and YOU will want to be there too!

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    It was great. I got to go to the fair. My mom loved going. She & I watched the band. I loved getting food

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    Khrishna M.

    This is my third Anime event hosted at this location (as opposed to Sacramento). Lots of Cosplay ‍ . The price is "right" and it's clean family fun. The vendor's food and shopping opportunities are unique to this section of California.

    It enough spectator seats.

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