Parking is available in an overflow area, but it is all dirt. Not very fond of this parking area,…read morebut have always parked here because I usually show up later in the afternoon. There's a lot to offer here. On one side, there's a lot of activities for the kids and families, like decorating hiking sticks, meeting some real live owls, and so much more. The amount of vendors is about average for the size of the venue. They've got a good viewing area blocked off for the live entertainment. The food area seems to have one or more vendors than I usually see here. Went to one that I hadn't been to before and ordered the chili with Portuguese sausage. It came with steamed rice and macaroni salad for $8, and accepted credit cards. And not a bad serving size too! Good includes L&L Hawaiian, which I passed up. I want to feast on more homemade food and support small business'. Also got some malasadas for $7 a dozen, with regular sugar. Cinnamon sugar was an extra dollar. Beverages are sold separately at another stand, selling a variety of canned and bottled beverages.

The Ho'olaule'a is one of my favorite festivals I look forward to every year that celebrates the…read moreHawaiian culture. If you're looking to experience a little of the 'aloha spirit' or maybe you're a local missing the islands, this is the perfect place to relax, unwind, do a little shopping with local vendors, enjoy some Hawaiian music and hula dancing, and savor some great Hawaiian fares. There's plenty of things to do for the keiki (kids) such as arts and crafts, face painting, and learning about wildlife. They had snakes and owls that the keiki could touch. The wildlife experts are able to answer all your questions about these beautiful creatures. Parking and entry is FREE! If you can't make it out to San Dimas, they also will be at Alondra Park in LA this July! It happens every year (usually around summer) so plenty of opportunities to come and have a great time.

I had a lot of fun at this experience and would definitely go again next year when they change it…read moreup. One of the highlights was the small circus-style show featuring bikes and motorcycles, which was entertaining and added a unique touch. The acrobat portion was fairly short and ended up being my least favorite part of the event. The lighting and visual effects were absolutely amazing. There seemed to be a blend of Alice in Wonderland and The Wizard of Oz themes throughout the experience. While the visuals were beautiful, I think it would have been even better if they had fully committed to one theme rather than mixing elements together. My favorite part was exploring the many small rooms scattered throughout the venue. Each room was decorated differently, and it was a lot of fun discovering all the creative details and designs. I do hope that future versions stay more consistent with the chosen theme instead of sprinkling in random figurines that don't quite fit. Overall, it was a very enjoyable experience, and I'd happily return next year to see what they create next.

I saw this place when I'd stopped by Ontario Mills and wanted to check into it. I looked it up…read moreonline and saw their operating hours and that tickets could be purchased via their website. They offer some great deals for local residents as well as on weeknights. We stopped by here the other night after my birthday dinner. It was a little chilly and windy, but there were so many cool things to see and do here. Talk about a plethora of options for photo ops and selfies! The Wizard of Oz theme is cool. There's a couple rooms that don't seem to follow the theme, which helps mix it up a bit. There's also a "circus" which looks like a lot of BMX and dirt bikes. We heard it and saw some of the performance, but it's a very small area of the attraction, so we were more interested in everything else. We ended up staying here almost two hours and they were getting ready to close. This is definitely worth checking out if you're looking for something fun and different to do in the area.

This place has such beautiful vibrant displays. We didn't…read moretry any food. But we did come to celebrate a family members birthday on a random spontaneous night and glad we chose to come here. Took about 2 hours to go thru the whole display but it's lovely. Definitely coming back again with more friends to share the experience with them.

12/15/2019 The last time there were any light festivals…read more This is one that I have gone to and seen great displays of lights. It's a good comparison with the one I saw at the LA Arboretum. What you want to do is walk around first then come back for the performances. I enjoyed the dragon on the floating water. Different dragons and monsters to ride for photos. I think I would come back here with a group. Definitely a good date event.

For the last 7 years, I've enjoyed coming here for Margie's Shuck Wagon. Ever since my first bite…read moreof the Cornator, I've been hooked and haven't looked back haha. Like despite trying some of the other food vendors, I just don't feel like they compare to this baked potato stand. It's always the one I look forward to coming back for and enjoying throughout the year! And one thing I especially love is how huge their baked potatoes are! It usually takes me about 2-3 sittings to finish one, and even then, I still get sad when I'm down to my last bite lol. Overall, it's always a nice experience walking around the market and checking out the different vendors, whether they're food or product based. Everyone's bound to find something they like. Plus, the live music is always a great touch and makes for the perfect little evening picnic/concert atmosphere to enjoy with friends :)

I look forward to all the fresh fruits and veggies and the baked potato vendor. They are small but…read moregreat! The Wednesday summer music in the park is a bonus.

This place totally exceeded my expectations! The Cal Poly Pumpkin Festival is huge - way bigger…read morethan I thought it would be. There's something for everyone: a giant pumpkin patch, gorgeous sunflower fields, a fun petting farm, and tons of great food and activities. The sunflower fields were one of my favorite part -- absolutely beautiful and perfect for photos. The petting farm was such a cute touch too (the sheep definitely stole the show). You can tell the students really put their heart into making the whole event feel welcoming and organized. We also stopped by the Farm Store on our way out and stocked up on fresh produce, wine (they grow their own grapes!), and some amazing pumpkin bread.

Attended CCP Pumpkin patch festival this year and had a good experience on the day of my visit…read more Upon entering the main entrance, there were signs for the Pumpkin patch/Corn maze/ Petting zoo/ Sunflower area, and a scheduled list of small business vendors participating in the CCP vegetable garden. Got there when the event first open, crowd was too massive and was able to take some really great pictures in the Pumpkin area. The petting zoo was really fun- Goats and herds of sheep were walking around the petting area awaiting to be fed (really liked the cleaning station near the exit for easy hand washing), animals were really mellow- which created a fun environment for kids. Agreed with some reviews; the entrance fee is a bit pricey, though I did enjoy this festival

TONIGHT IS THE LAST NIGHT for Luminasia at the L.A. County Fair! This is a visually stunning…read moredisplay of artfully painted silk covering lights arranged into whimsical designs such as the Hollywood sign, Statue of Liberty, all the animals of the Chinese Zodiac, Easter Island stones, Leaning Tower of Pisa, Eiffel Tower and more. It is truly beautiful and is ending its run of two years tonight at the Fair. From their website (isaattractions): "THE LARGER THAN LIFE LANTERN FESTIVAL Luminasia is a breathtaking state of the art walk- through experience that has delighted millions of people worldwide. Featuring larger than life, internally-lit lantern artwork this exquisitely created lantern exhibition delights both young and old alike. The lanterns themselves are individually created by a team of over 100 highly skilled individuals who have been creating lantern artwork for over 9 generations. The combination of the immense skill of the workmanship coupled with 21st century production and lighting makes this one of a kind experience a must see attraction for the entire family. * The attraction has wide demographic and huge family appeal. * The Luminasia attraction can be created in indoor or outdoor environments * The Attraction is completely weather proof against wind, rain and sun." Highly recommended if you can catch it tonight or at another event or fair...

Absolutely beautiful at night. do not miss this if you are at the fair. If you are reading this…read moreand the date is after Sept. 30, 2014 and before Sept. 2015 you will just have to wait! The colors are beautiful and the mood relaxing. I would suggest you visit here after you have have fought crowds and are about ready to head home for the night. It will at least relax you prior to fighting the traffic getting away from the L.A. County Fair.

First time at a CA Beer Festival. Decided to go because it is CRAFT beer. No Corona, no heineken,…read moreno bud lights, yuck. Unlimited US breweries serving their signature beers by design. Again, UNLIMITED. There were over 30 canopies where most breweries served at least 2 types. Many of them had won Gold in numerous competitions, which makes me very curious what made them so special. Stand in line. There were not only beers but a wine tent, Mike's Hard Lemonade and Cayman Jacks margarita (would've never tried this but it was SO REFRESHING I would get this for a party). OH, not to mention a ton of free cigar samples we got, from Swishers. Blueberry is my fave. The one time to promote their beers, the perfect plan to take a step ahead of the growing competition of the best craft. Come for the experience. Get a souvenir cup of 4 oz, with a mark at the 3oz line allowing for foam to dissipate. ALL tents filled the cup to the 3oz or more, some spilled, multiply that by about 12 cups tried, we had 33 oz+ of beer (=1L the size of a German stein) Difference is, these were ALL different. Amber, IPA, Lagers, ESB, Belgium...... Got tipsy? you bet. Craft beer is usually strong, one even had a 10% ABV! THE FACTS: -5 of us got alcohol rights plus one designated driver! -Long lines but moved fast. -Drink start pouring from 1pm-5pm nonstop -Live music throughout -Hint giving free bottles of cold water -6 food trucks (I got the German currywurst+german roll, not like the authentic but good still); friends got Indian, southern BBQ, wraps... -XIOS energy drinks for free, sunglasses, bags, stickers, all sorts of promotional stuff - Check in on YELP, got more stuff -Other food tents -Getting tipsy/drunk guaranteed -Finally finding out what that beer you always saw at the alcohol aisle tasted like! at least for me it did - Unmistakable California vibe, love it! NOTABLE: - Karl Strauss Brewery from San Diego, CA (Red Trolley Amber and Pintail Pale Ale) - Firestone Walker Brewing Co - Cayman Jacks Margarita - Angel City Brewery - Grand Teton Brewery - Goose Island - Winner of the Competition announced at the end, Dale Bros. - Honestly can't remember most of the names We mixed wine, beer, whatever is in Cayman jacks and Mike's Hard Lemonade and topped it off with cigars. Got hungover by 6pm. A fun experience, but i might've set my expectations too high having been to Munich last October. Kudos to American brewery. We then went on to jump into a friends pool, clothes, sunglasses and all. That's how far the alcohol went.

This was one of the best beer festivals we have been to! The individual in the last review said…read moreall of the beer companies didn't show up...this may be true but there was still so much beer that it would almost be impossible for one person to try every single one. I liked the set up as the booths were close together. We recently went to a beer fest in San Diego and you had to walk like a mile between each booth and that cut into our drinking time. They had a band playing some great cover songs and a giant California bear taking pictures with people. The tickets were $40 ($35 presale) and it included hours of unlimited tasting. They even had Guinness flavored ice cream for sale! Overall, great festival for any beer lover.

So they moved the fair to May. There were so many exhibits I didn't get to them all.This year the…read moretemperature was perfect on Memorial Day. As soon as I entered the fair, a photographer asked if I wanted a picture taken. I checked for pricing and the lowest package they had was $40. Needless to say I did not take the photo . I did run into some cute jewelry vendors, and a soap making vendor that is local,and supported their business. I also saw some interesting art and the artist was onsite to talk about it. Parking at the fair is always something. They do have a complimentary tram that will take you closer to your car. For a discount on tickets, I decided to go with Mattress Firm.The process to reserve discounted tickets was easy. Til next year.

I'm so happy I got to make it in for the last day! Coming to the LA County Fair is always a…read morefavorite tradition for both my friends and me. It was really cool to see all the retro-themed exhibits this year, from the "Retro Row" magazine cover section to the toys, teenage bedroom decor, video stores, typewriters, TVs, and more!! There were so many great photo op spots :) It was also interesting to see how much technology has changed over time and how some items are either no longer used at all or are used very differently now lol. As always, we spent time walking around and checking out the different outdoor booths, and a few of my friends even ended up winning some raffles! I also enjoyed seeing all the decorated tables and was especially happy to find the one my friend had entered into the competition. The other art exhibits were fun to look at too, and it was interesting trying to interpret the different pieces haha. As for food, I got to try the Watermelon Candy Chamoy, which I really enjoyed and would definitely order again!! I also tried the Loaded Cheese Fries with Bacon Bits. They were good, but more of a "try it once" kind of thing for me. Lastly, I got to try some Fried Frog Legs from a friend, and much to my surprise, I actually liked them and could see myself ordering them myself in the future. Overall, it was another fun and enjoyable day at the fair :)