The 2007 L.A. County Fair begins Friday, September 7 and runs though September 30, at the Fairplex in Pomona. For more details about the fair please call (909) 623-3111 or visit www.lacountyfair.com

Dates

September 7-30, 2007-closed Mondays and Tuesdays (18 days and nights)

September 7-24, 2007-live thoroughbred horse racing -closed Tuesdays only (16 days)

There’s four weekends nestled within the 18 days to enjoy all the L.A. County Fair has to offer. It’s a Southern California tradition and one of the top entertainment events in the country.

History

The Fair evolved from a commercial-industrial show first held along the Southern Pacific railroad siding in downtown Pomona in 1921. It was so successful, the local businessmen who produced it launched the inaugural L.A. County Fair in October 1922.

Location

Approximately 30 miles east of downtown Los Angeles and 10 miles west of Ontario International Airport. Two blocks north of San Bernardino Freeway (10). Accessible from Fairplex Drive, White or Garey Avenues from the San Bernardino Freeway (10) and from the Fruit Avenue and Foothill Boulevard exits on the 210 freeway.

HOURS

Monday & Tuesday: Closed

Wednesday: 11:00 a.m.-10:00 p.m.

Thursday: 11:00 a.m.-11:00 p.m.

Friday: 11:00 a.m.-12:00 a.m.

Saturday: 10:00 a.m.-12:00 a.m.

Sunday: 10:00 a.m.-10:00 p.m.

Admission

Opening Day (11:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.) $1

Opening Day (5:00 p.m.-12:00 a.m.) $10

Ages 5 and younger (Every Day) Free

Ages 6-12 (Weekends) $10

Ages 6-12 (Weekdays) $ 6

Ages 13+ (Weekends) $15

Ages 13+ (Weekdays) $10

Ages 60+ (Weekends) $12

Ages 60+ (Weekdays) $ 8

Group Sales: Ages 6-12 (20 or more) $ 5

Group Sales: Ages 13+ (20 or more) $ 9

Ages 6-12 (Season Pass) $20

Ages 13+ (Season Pass) $45

Parking

General: $10

Preferred: $15

Directions

The Fairplex is located in Pomona and is conveniently located right in the heart of Southern California. Easily identifiable Fairplex signs are located throughout Pomona and neighboring communities to direct motorists. Directional signs are also prominent along nearby freeways.