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General Information General Information is continued on the inside back page. We are celebrating all that makes Sonoma County great with this year’s “Salute to Heroes” at the 2018 Sonoma County Fair! Enjoy Community Concerts FREE with Fair Admission, a spectacular carnival, exciting family entertainment, tasty Fair food and so much more. There really is something for everyone!
Fair Dates August 2–12 Fair Hours 11:00 am – 11:00 pm
(Gates Close at 9:00 pm; Buildings Close at 10:00 pm)
Carnival Hours
Opening Day Thursday, August 2: Kid Carnival Open Noon; Main Carnival Open 3:00 pm Monday – Friday: Open at Noon Saturdays & Sundays: Open at 11:00 am
Admission
$15 Adult (13 & up) $7 Child (7 –12 years), FREE on Thursdays Children 6 & younger are FREE every day Seniors (60+) FREE on Fridays
Pre-Fair Box Office Hours Monday – Friday: 8:30 am – 6:00 pm Saturday, July 28 Only: 9:00 am – 4:00 pm
Wine Country Racing Dates
Marilyn Herzog
Sonoma County Fair Board President "I cordially invite you to the 2018 Sonoma County Fair, August 2 - 12. A gathering of community; where our theme "Salute to Heroes" gives us the opportunity to show appreciation to all the first responders who were engaged in the historic fires in October. I am extremely excited about this year’s fair. There is no better way to celebrate everything we love about Sonoma County than to participate in this beloved community event. The fair truly offers something for everyone. Make sure to plan ahead and save on admission and carnival wristbands. On behalf of the Sonoma County Fair Board and staff I thank you for your participation in our annual celebration and look forward to seeing you at the Fair!"
August 2 - 5, August 9 - 12 Entrance is free with Fair Admission Grandstand Seating $3 Box Seating $5
Parking
Pavilion Lot $15 Median Lot $15 Veterans Building Lot $9 Aston Avenue Lot $9
Brookwood Lot $9
Discounted Pre-Sale tickets can be purchased at the Fair Box Office or at one of our official outlets: Lucky Supermarkets in Petaluma, Santa Rosa & Sonoma Also available at select local markets (list on next page)
Rebecca Bartling
Sonoma County Fair CEO "The 2018 Sonoma County Fair is going to be very special this year as we will be honoring our first responders from the 2017 wildfires. Our theme "Salute to Heroes" is a tribute to all who worked tirelessly, day after day, saving lives and property. A special exhibit commemorating their efforts is being designed for our Garden Building. The Hall of Flowers will be a tribute to the beauty of our County with its theme "Seasons of Sonoma". Both wonderful reminders that we are Sonoma Strong! As a thank you, our first responders will be admitted free to the Fair on Monday, August 6 and Tuesday, August 7. Just present a first responder ID at the Fair gate for a complimentary admission. The 2018 Fair will be a wonderful occasion as we come together to celebrate our community spirit."
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Plan Ahead & Save Admission Discounts
Discounts available until August 1 Admission (Age 13+) $15 at the gate - Pre-Sale Price $12
Carnival Discounts
Discounts available until August 1 Carnival Pre-Sale COMBO Good any day of the Fair! Includes Fair Admission, and a wristband to ride all day at our spectacular carnival. $50 Value - Pre-Sale Price $35 Carnival Pre-Sale - Wristband ONLY Purchase a coupon for discounted carnival wristband ONLY. $30-35 Value Pre-Sale Price $25 Good any day of the Fair! Includes one unlimited ride wristband. Does not include Fair admission. Season Admission Pass (Non-transferable) $165 Value - Pre-Sale: $45 One person may attend all 11 days with this pass!
Box-Office Only Discounts Family Packs will be sold at the Fair Box Office ONLY and will be available until August 1 Family Pack $68 Value - Pre-Sale: $44 Includes: 3 General Admissions, 2 Kids Admissions, one Parking Pass.
Discount Days During Fair Valid at the gate/day-of only Kids’ Day Thursdays Children 12 and younger receive free Fair Admission every Thursday. Seniors’ Day Fridays Seniors 60+ receive free Fair Admission every Friday. PROUD First Responder Days SPONSOR Monday, August 6 and Tuesday, August 7 all first responders will receive free General Admission to the Fair and a free ride on the Ferris Wheel. Limit one admission and ride per person with proof of ID. Food Bank Day Wednesday, August 8, bring at least 2 non-perishable (non-expired) food items to donate to the Redwood Empire Food Bank and receive $4 off General Admission.
Pre-Sale Fair tickets also available at these local markets: Calzado Leon (Dutton Ave., Santa Rosa) Rancho Mendoza Market (Sebastopol Rd., Santa Rosa) Rancho Mendoza Market (Piner Rd., Santa Rosa) Boutique Angelica (E. Washington, Petaluma) La Morenita Market (Sonoma Hwy., Sonoma) Mario's Jeweler (Center St., Healdsburg)
Visit www.SonomaCountyFair.com for event details.
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Special Events
Calling All Superheroes!
Elvis is Everywhere
On Saturday, August 11, we pay tribute to the King with “Elvis Day at the Fair”. This year’s celebration promises a day filled with non-stop entertainment and fun. Events include afternoon performances and a day filled with Elvis-themed audience participation events. In addition to the scheduled events, keep your eyes open for extra surprises. You may get a chance to take part in the Teddy Bear Toss or taste some of Elvis’ favorite foods (fried peanut butter & banana sandwiches, anyone?). You might even run into our roving Quiz-Master and get the chance to win an Elvis-themed prize by proving how much you know about Elvis! The highlight of the day is the musical Impersonation Contest, featuring ten Elvis impersonators performing with Buzzy & the Buzztones, competing for a $1,500 cash prize!
Step into the nearest phone booth and put on your cape and mask! In addition to paying tribute to first responders, this year’s Fair also features the other kind of hero… the cape-wearing, super powered, cartoon superheroes! Young superheroes-in-training are invited to wear their superhero costumes to the Fair. On arrival, go to an Information Booth and claim your free kids ticket to return to the Fair on another day! Young fairgoers are invited to be a part of the show three times a day as ‘Heroes & Superheroes’ take over the Kids Area stage. We are paying tribute to all kinds of heroes in the Kids Area, with fun art projects, hands-on activities and games. All of the superhero fun culminates on August 12, Superhero Sunday! Marvel Comic stars Black Panther & Spiderman will be on hand from 1:00 to 7:00 pm to meet superhero fans of all ages. Other Superhero Sunday activities include the ‘Run-Jump-Almost Fly!’ superhero obstacle course, and superhero trivia and lookalike contests.
Wizard Fest
Harry Potter Day at the Fair - Sunday, August 5 Would-be wizards are invited to gather at the Sonoma County Fair on August 5 to celebrate 20 years of Harry Potter. Wizard Fest is packed with contests, activities and fun for fans of all ages. Afternoon activities are geared toward younger Harry Potter fans, though all ages are welcome. Evening events are meant for older Harry Potter fans, who may have enjoyed the books and movies as they first came out.
SUPER SUNDAY at the Fair!
August 12 1:00 to 7:00 pm Special Appearances by BLACK PANTHER & SPIDERMAN! 2:00 - 4:00 pm Super Run, Jump & (Almost) Fly – Community Theater An obstacle course for young would-be superheroes. 2:45 pm Superhero Look-Alike Contest– Family Fun Stage This Look-Alike Contest will be divided into categories for adults and kids, with costumes divided between homemade and store-bought. 3:45 pm Superhero Trivia Quiz – Park Stage Answer questions about superheroes movies & be a winner! All ages!
Afternoon events include contests such as Mixing Magic Potions, Moan Like Myrtle, Harry Potter Look-Alike, the Junior Trivia Quiz and more. Check the contest schedule and plan your visit accordingly. Those interested in the Harry Potter Original Art Contest can create an entry any time between 12:00 and 3:00 pm In addition to the scheduled contests, the afternoon is filled with fun on-going activities. Fans can stop by the Readers’ Corner and read from their favorite Harry Potter book. The chess boards will be set up, ready for muggle chess, or the wizard variety, if anyone is so inclined. Tea cups and tea will be available for tea leaf reading, with assistance from an experienced reader. You can practice writing with a quill -- but you have to provide the magic yourself! A turn around Madame Hooch’s Broomstick Obstacle Course (brooms provided) provides good exercise for beginning flyers.
Watch Out!
See if you can spot the 1938 42' Quad Fire Truck and a Horse Drawn Steamer from the 1900s, both on display at the Fair this year!
Aspiring wizards will enjoy The School of Magic show at 3:10 pm, with tips from a professional magician. A special demonstration of Wizard Science at 2:00 pm will include some spectacular sights! Older Harry Potter fans are invited to join us for ‘Harry Potter All Grown Up’ in Slider’s Sports Bar. The evening will begin at 7:00 pm with a pub-style team trivia contest, followed by the Harry Potter Tableaux Contest and a costume competition. The evening will be filled with surprises designed to appeal to lifelong Harry Potter fans. To reserve a spot for your trivia team, email: specialevents@sonomacountyfair.com.
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Barrel Racing
Speed is what it’s all about in this event that pits contestants against each other and the clock. On Friday, August 3, at 5:30 pm, riders steer their horses around a series of barrels, coming as close as they can to shave precious seconds off the clock. Fast and furious, this sport is exhilarating for riders and spectators alike! FREE with Fair Admission.
PRCA Rodeo
The annual PRCA rodeo is on Saturday, August 4 at 7:30 pm. Professional cowboys compete for top dollar in saddle bronc riding, steer wrestling, team roping, bareback riding, calf roping, barrel racing, bull riding and more. Tickets are $25 for Box Seating, $15 for Grandstand Seating, and $12 for Bleacher Seating. Pre-sale price until August 1: $12 Grandstand $10 Bleacher
chris Beck Arena Events Monster Trucks
Fans will get to enjoy three nights of Monster Truck Shows at 7:00 pm, which will be on Thursday, August 9, Friday, August 10 & Saturday, August 11. See these incredible 10,000-pound, car crushing giants compete in racing, wheelie contests, and then rock the house with amazing freestyle action during the TRAXXAS Monster Truck Tour! Plus, meet drivers and see the trucks up close at the pre-event Autograph Pit Party! Tickets are $15 for Box Seating, $12 for Grandstand Seating, and $10 for Bleacher Seating. Pre-sale price until August 1: $10 Grandstand / $8 Bleacher
Discounts available until August 1! Purchase of event ticket and separate fair admission is required to attend the PRCA Rodeo, Destruction Derby & Monster Truck shows.
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Destruction Derby
The Destruction Derby is always a fair time favorite! The stands will be packed for car crushing excitement, Sunday, August 12 at 6:00 pm. Tickets for the show are $20 for Box Seating, $15 for Grandstand Seating, and $12 for Bleacher Seating. Pre-sale price until August 1: $12 Grandstand / $10 Bleacher
Wine Country Horse Racing Live Horse Racing
Wine Country Racing returns August 2-5, and 9-12…. which means 8 thrilling days of live horse racing! Racing is free with Fair admission, so fairgoers are encouraged to come often and cheer on their favorites. For more serious racing fans, VIP seating, reserved boxes, and trackside tables are on sale beginning April 28. Be sure to reserve your tickets early, as the more popular seating sections sell out fast!
Post Times & Seating
First Post Times Thursdays - 1:15 pm Fridays - 2:15 pm Saturdays & Sundays - 1:15 pm Wine Country Racing Tickets Racetrack entry FREE with Fair Admission Grandstand Seat: $3.00 Box Seat: $5.00 NEW Finish Line Seating: $10 Trackside Seating: $60 per table of four Paddock View Dining: $600 for up to 26 Reserved Season Box Seats These popular packages are good for the duration of the Fair, are renewable year-after-year, and have limited availability.
Win/Place/Show Contest
Here’s your chance to win at the track without placing a bet! Look for the information table as you enter the grandstands, fill out a slip, and put it in the numbered box that matches the horse you think will win that day’s 6th race. You might end up in the Winner’s Circle to claim $100, $50 or $25! Winners must be present to collect their prize.
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Experience the thrill
Sip on a cool refreshing beverage while enjoying the heart-pounding thrill of live horse racing in comfort and style. Whether you're looking for fun at the track with friends and family or a chance to showcase your business, Wine Country Racing offers the thrill of live horse racing with a special Sonoma County flare.
Viewing Options
With your own table(s) trackside, you’ll enjoy exclusive viewing of live thoroughbred racing at Northern California’s only fair turf track. Trackside Seating offers table service for 4 guests within the box seating sections, $60 per table (drinks, food and required Fair admission sold separately). Larger groups of up to 26 people enjoy Paddock View Dining for $600, which includes Fair admission and official racing programs for the group. (Food and beverages sold separately.)
The Trackside Experience Taste Over 50 Craft Brews
An ice-cold brew is not an unusual thing to enjoy at Wine Country Racing… but unlimited tastes of over 50 craft beers and ciders are! The Sonoma County Fair is excited to announce the annual NorCal Brew Fest, August 4 from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm. Taste the winning brews from our NorCal Brew Competition, feel the trackside thrill, play cornhole and Giant Jenga, listen to FREE live music at the Fair, and more. Pre-sale price $47 ($57 after August 1). Ticket includes Fair Admission. In April, the NorCal Brew Competition kicked off with the judging of over 100 entries. Best of Show went to Island Brewing Company of Carpinteria, CA for their Starry Night Stout.
Local Brews at Sliders
Take a break from the hustle and bustle but don't miss any of the action in Sliders Sports Bar near the Wine Country Racing grandstands. Enjoy local craft beers, indoor and outdoor seating areas, large screen TVs and live sporting action and wagering. Also, enjoy food from Smoky Mutts BBQ!
Wine Country Hat Day at the Races
Derby Dog Dash
Saturday, August 11 at 12:30 pm
Derby Dog Dash
The Derby Dog Dash is held Sunday,August 5 and Sunday, August 12. This beloved event offers all the competition and pageantry of horse racing on a much smaller scale. Canines under 25 pounds are eligible to compete. Get entry details and rules at SonomaCountyFair.com.
No need to travel to Kentucky, we've got Derby Style right here at home. An event not to be missed, Wine Country Hat Day at the Races features a grandstand full of beautiful people wearing big, bold and beautiful hats all for a worthy cause. Join us for lunch 8 ANNUAL with Sonoma County’s finest wines, and betting on your favorite ponies. Tickets are $65 and includes Fair admission, a seat to the races, hat competition, wine, lunch and a no-host bar. Reserved tables for 8 are available for $600. Proceeds benefit the Sonoma County Fair Scholarships. TH
Wine Country HAT DAY AT THE RACES
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Community Concert Series Community Theater will be bursting with talent!
Featuring everything from country classics to uncanny covers... you won't have to miss a single performance. ALL concerts are FREE with Fair admission. Chairs not allowed. Blankets OK.
**Optional reserved seating available for purchase: Concert Package – includes Fair admission & reserved concert seat. Child pricing also available. ***Special advanced price available for Queen Nation & Super Diamond until August 1. $27 includes fair admission and reserved seat. Available at the Fair Box office or online at SonomaCountyFair.com
Batalla de Bandas
Friday, August 3 at 7:00 pm Come see Seleccion de Colima and Tecno Banda Clave 707 battle it out on stage!
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Thursday, August 2 at 7:30 pm We’re kicking off this year’s Fair with a spectacular tribute to Queen, with Queen Nation. Precise attention to detail elevates this rock group above all others. With uncanny note-for-note live renditions of Queen’s classics such as “Under Pressure”, “Another One Bites the Dust”, “We Will Rock You”, and of course “Bohemian Rhapsody’.
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Queen Nation***Special advanced ticket price available through August 1 (details above)
Blues Festival with Krush** Saturday, August 4 at 5:00 pm Festival acts will include Blues Hall of Famer, Joe Louis Walker, who is a true powerhouse guitar virtuoso, unique singer and prolific songwriter. Also we have Grammy Award winning songwriter, entertainer, and musician Grady Champion. Rounding out the line up is Carolyn Wonderland, a musical force equipped with the soulful vocals of Janis Joplin and the guitar slinging skills of Stevie Ray Vaughan.
Domingo de Fiesta
Sunday, August 5 at 7:00 pm Join us Sunday evening for Domingo de Fiesta which will feature Ismael Galleogs and Uri Ceballos with Mariachi and Ballet Folkorico.
John Michael Montgomery**
Monday, August 6 at 7:30 pm John Michael Montgomery has turned an uncanny ability to relate to fans into one of country musics’ most storied careers. Behind his string of hit records and country classics like “Life’s a Dance,” “Forever”, and “I Swear”, John has developed a not-to-be-missed concert experience.
Blood Sweat and Tears**
Tuesday, August 7 at 7:30 pm What do you get when you take, rock, jazz, and a little pop and mix it all together perfectly over four decades? Blood Sweat and Tears takes the stage and shows you exactly why they are one of the greatest bands in the history of music. With such favorites as “Spinning Wheel”, “And When I Die”, and “You Made Me So Very Happy,” BST is timeless and hugely popular, developing into a contemporary voice.
Super Diamond***Special advanced ticket price available through August 1 (details above)
Wednesday, August 8 at 7:30 pm Did you just hear the opening of “Sweet Caroline”?...You will when we feature Super Diamond, a Neil Diamond Tribute band. This uncanny group will serenade you with the iconic work of Mr. Diamond including “Forever in Blue Jeans”, “I am…I Said”, and “I’m a Believer”.
La Raza Obrera del Gurrumino y El Viejito
Thursday, August 9 at 7:30 pm Known for getting people to the dance floor, La Raza Obrera del Gurrumino y El Viejito is bringing their unique style of music and its prominent use of the harp, accordion and charango to Thursday night at the Fair.
Sawyer Brown** Friday, August 10 at 7:30 pm Described as the “Rolling Stone of Country Music,” you won't want to spend your Friday night anywhere else. This band’s live shows are legendary, even after 4,500 shows and counting! You won’t want to miss the excitement of singing along with their hits, “Some Girls Do”, “The Walk”, and “Six Days on the Road”. Elvis Impersonation Contest
Saturday, August 11 at 8:00 pm 10 Elvis impersonators performing with a live band, all competing for a $1,500 cash prize…”Uh, Thank you very much!”.
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Sunday, August 12 at 7:00 pm Help us close out the 2018 Sonoma County Fair with a great show and music by Arkangel R-15 including hits like: La 4X4, Tu Nueva Vida, Voy a Pintar Mi Raya and many many more. Schedules subject to change. Visit www.SonomaCountyFair.com
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Daily Live Music PROUD SPONSOR
Court 'n' Disaster
Big Lou's Dance Party
Park Stage
Hall of Flowers Stage
The Hall of Flowers is proud PROUD to introduce a special SPONSOR new feature! Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays will bring local acts to the new Hall of Flowers stage from 6:30 - 9:00 pm. August 3 - Kevin Russell & Friends August 4 - Wine Country Swing August 5 - Hannah Jern-Miller August 10 - Emily Lois August 11 - Acre Hooler
Mexican Village
The Mexican Village is the place to find live music, delicious food, shopping and more! August 2 - August 7 from 3:00 - 6:00 pm Nuevo Amancer August 8 - August 12 from 3:00 - 6:00 pm Los Hermanos Avalos
Blues & Brews Lounge
Wind down the afternoon in one of the hottest spots in Sonoma County, the Blues & Brews Lounge. With a full bar, an amazing selection of beers, and several of Sonoma County's finest wines, every pallet is sure to be satisfied. Live music by The Terry Hanck Band is between 5:30 - 8:00 pm on Thursdays through Sundays during the Fair.
Shade Park, home of the Park Stage, is the place to be for music every day of the Fair, starting at 1:30 pm and continuing until 9:00 pm each night. Enjoy 22 bands over 11 days, with at least two different bands each day. With everything from country to swing to rock, the Park Stage line-up has something for everyone. Special contests and events are occasionally held in between sets. This shady spot in the middle of the fairgrounds is a popular spot. The area is filled with benches and picnic tables, as well as a small dance floor. Nearby vendors offer a wide variety of food.
Park Stage Schedule 1:30, 2:45 & 3:45 pm Dirty Cello (blues & bluegrass) 2:15, 3:15 & 4:30 pm Friday, Aug 3 Susan Comstock Swingtet (jazz) 1:30, 2:45 & 3:45 pm Saturday, Aug 4 Solid Air (folk rock) 1:30, 2:45 & 3:45 pm Sunday, Aug 5 Pepperland (Beatles tribute) 1:30, 2:45 & 3:45 pm Monday, Aug 6 Western Swing Caravan 1:30, 2:45 & 3:45 pm Tuesday, Aug 7 Haute Flash Quartet (Gypsy jazz) 1:30, 2:45 & 3:45 pm Wednesday, Aug 8 Big Lou's Dance Party 1:30, 2:45 & 3:45 pm Thursday, Aug 9 De Colores (Latin American music) 2:15, 3:15 & 4:30 pm Friday, Aug 10 The Classic Sisters (classic oldies) 1:30, 2:45 & 3:45 pm Saturday, Aug 11 TBD 1:30, 2:45 & 3:45 pm Sunday, Aug 12 Air Force Band MOBILITY Thursday, Aug 2
Around the Grounds See daily schedules on pages 13-15
Susan Comstock Swingtet
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Five A.M.
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6:00, 7:15 & 8:15 pm Parts & Labor (rhythm & blues) 6:30, 7:45 & 8:45 pm The Poyntlyss Sistars (retro rockers) 6:00, 7:15 & 8:15 pm Bruce Guynn & Big Rain (country-rock) 6:00, 7:15 & 8:15 pm The Pulsators (feelgood music) 6:00, 7:15 & 8:15 pm Tom Rigney & Flambeau (cajun fiddle) 6:00, 7:15 & 8:15 pm Tiki Lounge Lizards (surf music) 6:00, 7:15 & 8:15 pm Rock & Roll Rhythm Revue (rock & roll) 6:00, 7:15 & 8:15 pm Five A.M. (alternative rock) 6:30, 7:45 & 8:45 pm Court 'n' Disaster (country rock) 6:00, 7:15 & 8:15 pm Juke Joint (rhythm & blues) 6:00, 7:15 & 8:15 pm Shake it Booty Band (funk-disco)
Spectacular Flower Show
Hall of Flowers
Open daily 11:00 am to 10:00 pm Closes at 6:00 pm on Sunday, August 12 At work behind the scenes for the past four months, Sonoma County's professional landscapers, landscape designers, amateur gardeners and young floral enthusiasts are busy creating a flower lover's dream come true! A flagship exhibit, the Hall of Flowers features gardens designed around a central theme.
Hall of Flowers Dedication The Sonoma County Fair is pleased to dedicate the 2018 Hall of Flowers to JR Abueg. JR began his association with the Sonoma County Fair Flower Show in the late 1980's when he began participating as an Amateur Garden Exhibitor. From there JR transitioned to working part-time as a seasonal employee, eventually becoming the Building Supervisor for the Hall of Flowers and finally the Supervisor for all the Still Exhibit buildings.
Seasons of Sonoma This year’s Hall of Flowers theme “Seasons of Sonoma” is designed to capture the beauty of Sonoma County. From the rugged coastal bluffs to the majestic redwoods, from the hillside vineyards to the iconic oak studded hills, local gardeners will show what makes “Sonoma Strong.” The centerpiece of the show is an enormous water feature with a phoenix rising, representing the resiliency of our county and its rebirth.
Though there were many things JR found rewarding about his work at the Fair, he enjoyed being able to provide as much physical and emotional support as possible to the Junior and Adult Exhibitors. He loves seeing the big smiles on their faces as they crafted their garden designs.
Hall of Flowers Preview Party
Wednesday, August 1 from 5:30 to 7:30 pm You’re invited to join as we sip on Sonoma County’s best varietals, enjoying delicious small bites, and mingling with friends and co-workers. Get an exclusive first look at the Hall of Flowers “Seasons of Sonoma” display while supporting scholarships for local students. Premium local wines will be poured. Tickets are just $35 and proceeds provide scholarships to local students in agriculture. Tickets at SonomaCountyFair.com or at the door.
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“I am always sure to let the Exhibitors know that they were the backbone of the Fair, and it would not possibly happen without them.” JR’s dedication and positive attitude is noticed and admired by all around him. The Sonoma County Fair Board and staff are honored to thank him for his years of service and dedicate the 2018 Hall of Flowers to Romeo “JR” Abueg in recognition for his longstanding commitment to the Fair and its exhibitors. PROUD SPONSOR
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The Garden Building
The Garden Building
Plant Sale! - NEW TIMES
Sunday, August 12 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm Monday, August 13 7:00 am to 1:00 pm Have a dream to grow a garden of your own? A good place to start is the Hall of Flowers Plant Sale, where you can purchase shrubs, grasses, trees, and flowers. Arrive early for best selection!
The Garden Building is just outside the Hall of Flowers where Adult Floriculture & Horticulture Exhibits like potted plants and garden produce will be on display.
Junior & Amateur Gardens As you make your way from the Hall of Flowers through the garden courtyard, you will discover over 25 gardens uniquely themed garden plots designed by local gardeners and youth organizations. These gardeners spend several months of planning before the two week installation process takes place.
New this year: The Garden Building and Hall of Flowers will be closing at 6:00 pm on Sunday, August 12 Fair Guide.pdf
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Master Gardeners of Sonoma County Exhibit Each year, the Master Gardener demonstration garden at the Sonoma County Fair is a core undertaking for the organization. It’s also one of the venues where the group makes the most contact with the public, typically engaging with several thousand people over the course of the Fair. The group’s garden theme always centers on sustainable gardening practices…showing just how beautiful a low water use, sustainable garden can be! Their garden is a must stop— always— in the Garden Courtyard if you want to learn about proper plant selection, water conservation and capture, composting, and integrated pest management. It’s also a real treat for the senses and a prime spot to simply relax and enjoy amid the bustle of the Fair.
Spectacular Carnival Carnival Ride Ticket Prices
Butler Amusements Magical Midway
Carnival Hours of Operation Monday-Friday - Open Noon Saturdays - Open 11:00 am Sundays - Open 11:00 am
Opening Day Thursday, August 2 Kid Carnival Open Noon Main Carnival Open 3:00 pm
BIG Thrills
Don't miss this year's most popular rides! Make a splash on the White Water Flume. Keep up that Fair tradition with a ride on the Century Wheel. Feel the thrill of the Pole Position Spinning Coaster and rock out on the Music Express! (Carnival rides subject to change).
Pint-sized excitement
The kids carnival lot is a great place where kids can play on rides that are just their size, like Bigfoot Trucks, the Berry Go Round, Chopper Hopper, Cycle Jump and so much more! Be sure to check out the new games and features in the Carnival Midway, where you can show off your carnival skills and win a prize. Full listing of rides & rules at SonomaCountyFair.com
Rides require 3 or more tickets each $1 each $25 for 27 tickets $70 for 80 tickets $100 for 120 tickets
Carnival Pre-Sale COMBO
$50 Value - Pre-Sale Price $35 Good any day of the Fair! Includes Fair Admission, and a wristband to ride all day at our spectacular carnival. Only available through August 1.
Carnival Pre-Sale Wristband Only
$30-35 Value - Pre-Sale Price $25 Good any day of the Fair! Includes one unlimited ride wristband. Only available Online and at the Fair Box Office through August 1. Does not include Fair admission.
Carnival Wristbands At The fair Valid day-of only. Does not include Fair Admission. Unlimited ride wristbands are available every day. Monday - Thursday: $30 l Friday - Sunday: $35
FAST PASS
Purchase a $10 FastPass and use the FastPass lanes to avoid long lines! A limited quantity are sold each day. Available at any on-site Butler Amusements ticket box. Only valid day of purchase. To be used on rides with a FastPass option. Rider must be wearing the FastPass wristband in conjunction with either ride tickets or an unlimited ride wristband. Please check safety rules before purchasing tickets—no refunds.
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Smart Cards
Butler Amusements is introducing an exciting new way to enjoy the carnival at the 2018 Sonoma County Fair. Customers have the option of purchasing Smart Cards at our ticket boxes or at our new self-serve kiosks. 1. Choose the ticket package, pay using cash, credit or debit, receive a smart card with all of your tickets. 2. Keep your receipt in a safe place, and use the smart card to ride rides AND play games. 3. You can refill your smart card at any ticket box or self-serve kiosk. You can also track where you used your tickets and check your balance.
Carnival Ride Rules
• No casts, pregnant persons, nor intoxicated individuals allowed on rides. • Each ride has posted height limit requirements. • Children who measure under 36" in height cannot ride any carnival rides and children who measure 36"-48" tall can only ride a few select rides. • All riders must have either a ride wristband or carnival tickets. • Infants are not allowed to ride carnival rides. • Be aware that certain rides may have additional restrictions. Details at SonomaCountyFair.com
Schedules subject to change. Visit www.SonomaCountyFair.com
SATURDAY, AUGUST 4
Daily Schedule
Carnival Opens at 11:00
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NorCal Brew Fest
1:00 to 4:00 pm Chris Beck Arena 7:30 pm (ticket required) PRCA Rodeo Community Theater 5:00 - 9:00 pm FRIDAY, AUGUST 3 Blues Festival Hall of Flowers Stage featuring Joe Louis Walker 6:00 pm Carolyn Wonderland & Grady Champion Redwood Empire Chinese Association Park Stage Chinese Cultural Performance 11:30 am 7:00, 7:45 & 8:30 pm Racing Seminar Kevin Russell & Friends (western swing) 1:30, 2:45 & 3:45 pm Barnyard Stage Solid Air (folk rock) 12:30 pm 6:00, 7:15 & 8:15 pm Scarecrow Building Contest Bruce Guynn & Big Rain (country-rock) 1:30, 3:00 & 5:45 pm Blues & Brews Lounge Jack Spareribs the Ventriloquist Pirate! 5:30 to 8:00 pm 2:15 pm The Terry Hanck Band Animal Imitation Contest Kids Area 6:30 pm 12:30, 2:30 & 3:45 pm Scarecrow UN-Building Contest Heroes & Superheroes! 7:00 pm Come be a part of the show. SCREAM! Contest 1:30 pm Around the Grounds Milk Moustache Contest 11:00 am to 10:00 pm - Finley Hall 3:15 pm Wild World Tour Reptile Exhibit Diaper Derby 12:00 to 6:00 pm - Livestock Area Family Fun Stage Free Hay Wagon Rides Presenting some of San Francisco’s 3:00 to 6:00 pm - Mexican Village finest street performers! Nuevo Amancer (Latin American) 1:00, 3:15 & 6:00 pm 4:00 to 7:00 pm Scotty & Trink (comedy juggling) Rogue Rhythms (drummers) 2:00, 4:30 & 6:45 pm 4:30 to 6:00 pm - Around the Grounds Ryan Kane (magic) 4th Street Strolling Jazz Band 5:30 pm 5:00 pm- Around the Grounds Sirens Studio’s Belly Dance Troupe Joweh Parade Hall of Flowers Stage 5:00 to 8:00 pm – Honky Tonk Bar 1:30, 3:45 & 5:30 pm Jimmy Ashley Sourdough Slim, the Yodeling Cowboy! 6:00 pm 2:15 pm Free Throw Contest Pilar Del Rocio Singing Academy Livestock Area 3:00 pm Poultry, Dairy Cattle, Rabbits, Swine, Redwood Empire Chinese Association Goats and Lambs on display Chinese Cultural Performance 9:00 pm All Gates Close 4:30 pm 10:00 pm Buildings Close Cowtown Cowgirls Line Dancers 6:00 pm PROUD SPONSOR Ballet Folklorico Paquiyollotzin 7:00, 7:45, 8:30 pm Wine Country Swing (country & swing)
There are so many fun things to do at the Fair, it’s impossible to list everything. View the complete Fair schedule at SonomaCountyFair.com Schedules subject to change. Contest descriptions on page 18.
THURSDAY, AUGUST 2
THURSDAY, AUGUST 2
Kids' Day
Livestock Area Poultry, Dairy Cattle, Rabbits, Goats and Lambs on display
Kids 12 & Under Free Fair Admission
Kid Carnival Opens at Noon Main Carnival Opens at 3:00 pm
Community Theater 7:30 pm Queen Nation Park Stage 11:30 am Racing Seminar 1:30, 2:45 & 3:45 pm Dirty Cello (blues & buegrass) 6:00, 7:15 & 8:15 pm Parts & Labor (rhythm & blues) Blues & Brews Lounge 5:30 to 8:00 pm The Terry Hanck Band Kids Area 12:30, 2:30 & 3:45 pm Heroes & Superheroes! Come be a part of the show. 1:30 pm Milk Moustache Contest Family Fun Stage Presenting some of San Francisco’s finest street performers! 1:00, 3:15 & 6:00 pm Scotty & Trink (comedy juggling) 2:00, 4:30 & 6:45 pm Ryan Kane (magic) 3:45 pm Grape Expectoration Contest Hall of Flowers Stage 1:30, 3:45 & 5:30 pm Sourdough Slim, the Yodeling Cowboy! Barnyard Stage 12:30 pm Scarecrow Building Contest 1:30, 3:00 & 5:45 pm Jack Spareribs the Ventriloquist Pirate! 2:15 pm Bubblegum Bubble Blowing Contest 6:30 pm Scarecrow UN-Building Contest Around the Grounds 11:00 am to 10:00 pm - Finley Hall Wild World Tour Reptile Exhibit 12:00 to 4:00 pm - South Pasture LEGO Contest 12:00 to 6:00 pm - Livestock Area Free Hay Wagon Rides 3:00 to 6:00 pm - Mexican Village Nuevo Amancer (Latin American) 4:30 to 6:00 pm - Around the Grounds 4th Street Strolling Jazz Band 5:00 pm- Around the Grounds Parade
9:00 pm All Gates Close 10:00 pm Buildings Close
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FRIDAY, AUGUST 3 Seniors' Day
Seniors 60+ Free Fair Admission Carnival Opens at Noon
Chris Beck Arena 5:30 pm Barrel Racing Community Theater 7:00 pm Batalla de Bandas Park Stage 11:15 pm New Horizons Brass Quintet 12:30 am Racing Seminar 2:15, 3:15 & 4:30 pm Susan Comstock Swingtet (jazz) 6:30, 7:45, 8:45 pm The Poyntlyss Sistars (retro rockers) Blues & Brews Lounge 5:30 to 8:00 pm The Terry Hanck Band Kids Area 12:30, 2:30 & 3:45 pm Heroes & Superheroes! Come be a part of the show. 1:30 pm Stroller Races Family Fun Stage Presenting some of San Francisco’s finest street performers! 1:00, 3:15 & 5:30 pm Scotty & Trink (comedy juggling) 2:00, 4:30 & 6:15 pm Michael Stroud (magic) 3:45 pm Grape Expectoration Contest Hall of Flowers Stage 1:00 pm The Ding-A-Lings (Handbells) 1:30, 3:45 & 5:30 pm Sourdough Slim, the Yodeling Cowboy! 2:15 pm The Ukulelians (Beginners Group)
Visit www.SonomaCountyFair.com for event details.
SATURDAY, AUGUST 4 Barnyard Stage 12:30 pm Scarecrow Building Contest 1:30, 3:00 & 5:45 pm Jack Spareribs the Ventriloquist Pirate! 2:15 pm Bubblegum Bubble Blowing Contest 4:00 pm Family Look-Alike Contest 6:30 pm Scarecrow UN-Building Contest 7:00 pm SCREAM! Contest Around the Grounds 11:00 am to 10:00 pm - Finley Hall Wild World Tour Reptile Exhibit 12:00 to 4:00 pm - South Pasture LEGO Contest 12:00 to 6:00 pm - Livestock Area Free Hay Wagon Rides 3:00 to 6:00 pm - Mexican Village Nuevo Amancer (Latin American) 4:00 to 7:00 pm Rogue Rhythms (drummers) 4:30 to 6:00 pm - Around the Grounds 4th Street Strolling Jazz Band 5:00 to 8:00 pm – Honky Tonk Bar Jimmy Ashley 5:00 pm- Around the Grounds Parade Livestock Area Poultry, Dairy Cattle, Rabbits, Cavies, Swine, Goats and Lambs on display 9:00 pm All Gates Close 10:00 pm Buildings Close
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SUNDAY, AUGUST 5 Farmers Day/ Wizard Fest
Carnival Opens at 11:00
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Chris Beck Arena 1:00 to 3:00 pm Farmer’s Day Program Community Theater 2:00 to 4:00 pm Madame Hooch’s Broomstick Obstacle Course
Horse Racing August 2 - 5 & August 9 - 12 Thursdays - Sundays 1:15 Wine Country Hat Day at the Races Saturday, August 11
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Derby Dog Dash - Between Races Sundays, August 5 & 12
TUESDAY, AUGUST 7
Daily Schedule
First Responders Day
There are so many fun things to do at the Fair, it’s impossible to list everything. View the complete Fair schedule at SonomaCountyFair.com Schedules subject to change. Contest descriptions on page 18.
SUNDAY, AUGUST 5
SUNDAY, AUGUST 5
Community Theater 2:00 to 4:00 pm Madame Hooch’s Broomstick Obstacle Course 2:15 pm Harry Potter Dragon Egg Hunt 7:00 pm Fiesta! Ismael Gallegos, Uri Ceballos, Mariachi & Ballet Fokloricho Park Stage 11:30 am Racing Seminar 1:30, 2:45 & 3:45 pm Pepperland (Beatles tribute) 6:00, 7:15 & 8:15 pm The Pulsators (feel-good music) Blues & Brews Lounge 5:30 to 8:00 pm The Terry Hanck Band Kids Area 12:00 to 3:00 pm Harry Potter Original Art Contest 12:30, 2:30 & 3:45 pm Heroes & Superheroes! Come be a part of the show. 1:00 pm Harry Potter Potion Mixing Contest 1:30 pm Harry Potter Look-A-Like Contest Family Fun Stage Presenting some of San Francisco’s finest street performers! 1:00, 2:45 & 5:45 pm Scotty & Trink (comedy juggling) 2:00, 4:30 & 6:15 pm Ryan Kane (magic) 3:30 pm Harry Potter JUNIOR Trivia Contest Hall of Flowers Stage 1:30, 3:45 & 5:30 pm Sourdough Slim, the Yodeling Cowboy! 2:00 pm Wizard Science 2:15 pm Dragon Egg Hunt 2:30 pm Cowtown Cowgirls Line Dancers! 3:10 pm School of Magic with Ryan Kane 4:30 pm Sirens Studio’s Belly Dance Troupe Joweh 6:00 pm Moan Like Myrtle Contest 7:00, 7:45 & 8:30 pm Hannah Jern-Miller (soulful folk)
Barnyard Stage 12:30 pm Scarecrow Building Contest 1:30, 3:00, 5:45 pm Jack Spareribs the Ventriloquist Pirate! 4:30 pm Costume Contest & Parade of Wizards 6:30 pm Scarecrow UN-Building Contest Around the Grounds 11:00 am to 10:00 pm - Finley Hall Wild World Tour Reptile Exhibit 12:00 to 6:00 pm - Livestock Area Free Hay Wagon Rides 3:00 to 6:00 pm - Mexican Village Nuevo Amancer (Latin American) 4:00 to 7:00 pm Rogue Rhythms (drummers) 4:30 to 6:00 pm - Around the Grounds 4th Street Strolling Jazz Band 5:00 to 8:00 pm – Honky Tonk Bar Jimmy Ashley 5:00 pm- Around the Grounds Parade 7:00 pm– Slider’s Sports Bar Harry Potter All Grown Up: Harry Potter Team Trivia Competition Harry Potter Tableaux & Harry Potter Costume Contest Livestock Area Poultry, Dairy Cattle, Rabbits, Cavies, Goats and Lambs on display 9:00 pm All Gates Close 10:00 pm Buildings Close
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MONDAY, AUGUST 6 First Responders Day Free general admission for first responders (show official ID) Carnival Opens at Noon
Community Theater 7:30 pm John Michael Montgomery Park Stage 11:45 am Superhero Trivia Quiz 1:30, 2:45 & 3:45 pm Western Swing Caravan 6:00, 7:15 & 8:15 pm Tom Rigney & Flambeau (Cajun & roots)
Free general admission for first responders (show official ID) Carnival Opens at Noon
Community Theater 7:30 pm Blood, Sweat &Tears Park Stage MONDAY, AUGUST 6 11:45 am New Horizons Swing Band Blues & Brews Lounge 1:30, 2:45 & 3:45 pm 5:30 to 8:00 pm Haute Flash Quartet (Gypsy jazz) The Terry Hanck Band 6:00, 7:15 & 8:15 pm Kids Area Tiki Lounge Lizards (surf music) 12:30, 2:30 & 3:45 pm Blues & Brews Lounge Heroes & Superheroes! 5:30 to 8:00 pm Come be a part of the show. The Terry Hanck Band 1:30 pm Hula Hoop Contest Kids Area 3:00 pm 12:30, 2:30 & 3:45 pm Jump Rope Contest Heroes & Superheroes! 6:00 pm Come be a part of the show. Stroller Races 1:30 pm Jump Rope Contest Family Fun Stage 3:00 pm Presenting some of San Francisco’s Sidewalk Art Contest finest street performers! 1:00, 3:15 & 6:00 pm Family Fun Stage Henrik Bothe (comedy juggling) Presenting some of San Francisco’s 2:00, 4:30 & 6:45 pm finest street performers! Ryan Kane (magic) 1:00, 3:15 & 6:00 pm Henrick Bothe (comedy juggling) Hall of Flowers Stage 2:00, 4:30 & 6:45 pm 1:30, 3:45 & 5:30 pm Ryan Kane (magic) Sourdough Slim, the Yodeling Cowboy! Hall of Flowers Stage Barnyard Stage 1:30, 3:45 & 5:30 pm 12:30 pm Sourdough Slim, the Yodeling Cowboy! Scarecrow Building Contest 6:30 pm 1:30, 3:00 & 5:45 pm Wine Country Dancers Jack Spareribs the Ventriloquist Pirate! 3:45 pm Barnyard Stage Bubblegum Bubble Blowing Contest 12:30 pm 6:30 pm Scarecrow Building Contest Scarecrow UN-Building Contest 1:30, 3:00, 5:45 pm Jack Spareribs the Ventriloquist Pirate! Around the Grounds 2:15 pm 11:00 am to 10:00 pm - Finley Hall Animal Imitation Contest Wild World Tour Reptile Exhibit 6:30 pm 12:00 to 6:00 pm - Livestock Area Scarecrow UN-Building Contest Free Hay Wagon Rides 3:00 to 6:00 pm - Mexican Village Around the Grounds Nuevo Amancer (Latin American) 11:00 am to 10:00 pm - Finley Hall 4:30 to 6:00 pm - Around the Grounds Wild World Tour Reptile Exhibit 4th Street Strolling Jazz Band 12:00 to 6:00 pm - Livestock Area 5:00 pm- Around the Grounds Free Hay Wagon Rides Parade 3:00 to 6:00 pm - Mexican Village Nuevo Amancer (Latin American) Livestock Area 4:00 pm - South Pasture Poultry, Beef Cattle, Dairy Goats, Grape Expectoration Swine and Sheep on display 4:30 to 6:00 pm - Around the Grounds 9:00 pm All Gates Close 4th Street Strolling Jazz Band 10:00 pm Buildings Close 5:00 pm- Around the Grounds - Parade Livestock Area PROUD SPONSOR Poultry, Beef Cattle, Dairy Goats, Swine and Sheep on display 9:00 pm All Gates Close 10:00 pm Buildings Close
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WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 8 Food Bank Day
$4 off General Admission with Food Bank donation (details page 3) Carnival Opens at Noon
Community Theater 7:30 pm Super Diamond Park Stage 11:45 am SCREAM! Contest 1:30, 2:45 & 3:45 pm Big Lou’s Dance Party 6:00, 7:15 & 8:15 pm Rock & Roll Rhythm Revue Blues & Brews Lounge 5:30 to 8:00 pm The Terry Hanck Band Kids Area 12:30, 2:30 & 3:45 pm Heroes & Superheroes! Come be a part of the show. 1:30 pm Milk Moustache Contest Family Fun Stage Presenting some of San Francisco’s finest street performers! 1:00, 3:15 & 6:00 pm Henrik Bothe (comedy juggling) 2:00, 4:30 & 6:45 pm Michael Stroud (magic) 2:45 pm Rock‘em Sock’em Robots Tournament Hall of Flowers Stage 1:30, 3:45 & 5:30 pm Sourdough Slim, the Yodeling Cowboy! 3:15 pm Taster's Challenge Barnyard Stage 12:30 pm Scarecrow Building Contest 1:30, 3:00 & 5:45 pm Jack Spareribs the Ventriloquist Pirate! 4:00 pm Bubblegum Bubble Blowing Contest 6:30 pm Scarecrow UN-Building Contest Around the Grounds 11:00 am to 10:00 pm - Finley Hall Wild World Tour Reptile Exhibit 12:00 to 6:00 pm - Livestock Area Free Hay Wagon Rides 3:00 to 6:00 pm - Mexican Village Los Hermanos Avalos (Latin American) 3:45 pm Free Throw Contest 4:30 to 6:00 pm - Around the Grounds 4th Street Strolling Jazz Band 5:00 pm- Around the Grounds Parade Livestock Area Poultry, Beef Cattle, Goats, Dairy Goats, Swine and Sheep on display 9:00 pm All Gates Close 10:00 pm Buildings Close
Schedules subject to change. Visit www.SonomaCountyFair.com
THURSDAY, AUGUST 9
THURSDAY, AUGUST 9
Kids' Day
Livestock Area Poultry, Beef Cattle, Goats, Dairy Goats, Swine and Sheep on display
Kids 12 & Under Free Fair Admission Carnival Opens at Noon
Chris Beck Arena 7:00 pm (ticket required) Monster Truck Show Community Theater 7:30 pm La Raza Obrera del Gurrumino Y El Viejito Park Stage 11:30 am Racing Seminar 1:30, 2:45 & 3:45 pm De Colores (Latin American folk) 6:00, 7:15 & 8:15 pm Five A.M. (alternative rock) Blues & Brews Lounge 5:30 to 8:00 pm The Terry Hanck Band Kids Area 12:30, 2:30 & 3:45 pm Heroes & Superheroes! Come be a part of the show. 1:30 pm Stroller Races 3:00 pm Egg Hunt Family Fun Stage Presenting some of San Francisco’s finest street performers! 1:00, 3:15 & 6:00 pm Henrick Bothe (comedy juggling) 2:00, 4:30 & 6:45 pm Michael Stroud (magic) 4:00 pm SCREAM! Hall of Flowers Stage 1:30, 3:45 & 5:30 pm Sourdough Slim, the Yodeling Cowboy! 2:45 & 4:30 pm Redwood Country Cloggers Barnyard Stage 12:30 pm Scarecrow Building Contest 1:30, 3:00, 5:45 pm Jack Spareribs the Ventriloquist Pirate! 2:15 pm Rock‘em Sock’em Robots Tournament 6:30 pm Scarecrow UN-Building Contest Around the Grounds 11:00 am to 10:00 pm - Finley Hall Wild World Tour Reptile Exhibit 12:00 to 4:00 pm - South Pasture LEGO Contest 12:00 to 6:00 pm - Livestock Area Free Hay Wagon Rides 3:00 to 6:00 pm - Mexican Village Los Hermanos Avalos (Latin American) 4:30 to 6:00 pm - Around the Grounds 4th Street Strolling Jazz Band 5:00 pm- Around the Grounds - Parade 7:00 pm – South Pasture Grape Expectoration
9:00 pm All Gates Close 10:00 pm Buildings Close
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FRIDAY, AUGUST 10 Seniors' Day
Seniors 60+ Free Fair Admission 11:00 to 3:00 pm – South Pasture Special Senior Day Info Fair Carnival Opens at Noon
Chris Beck Arena 7:00 pm (ticket required) Monster Truck Show Community Theater 7:30 pm Sawyer Brown Park Stage 11:15 to 12:00 pm New Horizons Brass Quintet (community band) 12:30 am Racing Seminar 2:15, 3:15 & 4:30 pm The Classic Sisters (classic oldies) 6:30, 7:45 & 8:45 pm Court ‘n’ Disaster (country-rock) Blues & Brews Lounge 5:30 to 8:00 pm The Terry Hanck Band Kids Area 12:30, 2:30 & 3:45 pm Heroes & Superheroes! Come be a part of the show. Family Fun Stage Presenting some of San Francisco’s finest street performers! 1:00, 3:15 & 6:00 pm Henrik Bothe (comedy juggling) 2:00, 4:30 & 6:45 pm Ryan Kane (magic) Hall of Flowers Stage 1:30, 3:45 & 5:30 pm Sourdough Slim, the Yodeling Cowboy! 2:15 pm The Ukulelians 6:00 pm Ugliest Shoe Contest 7:00, 7:45 & 8:30 pm Emily Lois (country/folk) Barnyard Stage 12:30 pm Scarecrow Building Contest 1:30, 3:00 & 5:45 pm Jack Spareribs the Ventriloquist Pirate! 2:15 pm SCREAM! Contest 3:45 pm Bubblegum Bubble Blowing Contest 6:30 pm Scarecrow UN-Building Contest
Visit www.SonomaCountyFair.com for event details.
FRIDAY, AUGUST 10
SATURDAY, AUGUST 11
SUNDAY, AUGUST 12
Around the Grounds Park Stage Family Fun Stage 11:00 am to 10:00 pm - Finley Hall 11:30 am 5:30 pm Wild World Tour Reptile Exhibit Racing Seminar Sirens Studio’s Belly Dance Troupe Joweh 12:00 to 6:00 pm - Livestock Area 1:30, 2:45 & 3:45 pm Hall of Flowers Stage Free Hay Wagon Rides Air Force Band GALAXY (rock) 1:30, 3:45 & 5:30 pm 3:00 to 6:00 pm - Mexican Village 6:00, 7:15 & 8:15 pm Shake It! Booty Band (funk-disco) Los Hermanos Avalos (Latin American) Sourdough Slim, the Yodeling Cowboy! 2:15 pm 4:00 to 7:00 pm Blues & Brews Lounge Dancers of the Desert Rogue Rhythm Drummers 5:30 to 8:00 pm - The Terry Hanck Band 3:00 pm 4:30 to 6:00 pm - Around the Grounds Kids Area Wine Country Dancers 4th Street Strolling Jazz Band 12:30, 2:30 & 3:45 pm 4:15 pm 5:00 pm- Around the Grounds Heroes & Superheroes! Cowtown Cowgirls Parade Family Fun Stage 5:00 pm 5:00 to 8:00 pm – Honky Tonk Bar 1:00, 3:15 & 6:30 pm Dancers of Bastet Belly Dance Troupe Jimmy Ashley Henrik Bothe (comedy juggling) 6:00 pm Livestock Area 2:00, 4:30 & 6:45 pm Ballet Folklorico Paquiyollotzin Poultry, Beef Cattle, Pygmy Goats Ryan Kane (magic) 7:00, 7:45 & 8:30 pm and Sheep on display 2:30 pm - Superhero Trivia Quiz 3 Acre Holler (Appalachian/folk) 9:00 pm All Gates Close 5:30 pm Barnyard Stage 10:00 pm Buildings Close Cowtown Cowgirls Line Dancers 12:30 pm Hall of Flowers Stage Scarecrow Building Contest 1:30, 3:45 & 5:30 pm PROUD SPONSOR 1:30, 3:00, 5:45 pm Jack Spareribs the Ventriloquist Pirate! Sourdough Slim, the Yodeling Cowboy! 2:15 pm 3:45 pm Ballet Folklorico Ireri Elvis Look-Alike and Elvis Quiz-O-Rama 3:00 pm 6:30 pm Quetzall Ballet Folklorico Scarecrow UN-Building Contest SATURDAY, AUGUST 11 4:15 pm Around the Grounds Sirens Studio’s Belly Dance Troupe Joweh 11:00 am to 10:00 pm - Finley Hall Wine Country Hat 5:00 pm Wild World Tour Reptile Exhibit Day at the Races Ballet Folklorico Netzahualcoyotl 12:00 to 6:00 pm - Livestock Area 12:30 pm (ticket required) Barnyard Stage Free Hay Wagon Rides Elvis Day 12:30 pm - Scarecrow Building Contest 3:00 to 6:00 pm - Mexican Village Carnival Opens at 11:00 am 1:30, 3:00 & 5:45 pm Los Hermanos Avalos (Latin American) Chris Beck Arena 4:30 to 6:00 pm - Around the Grounds Jack Spareribs the Ventriloquist Pirate! 7:00 pm (ticket required) 3:45 pm - Whistling Contest 4th Street Strolling Jazz Band Monster Truck Show 4:15 pm 5:00 pm- Around the Grounds Superhero Impersonation Contest Community Theater Parade 6:30 pm 7:30 pm 5:00 to 8:00 pm – Honky Tonk Bar Scarecrow UN-Building Contest Elvis SCREAM Contest Jimmy Ashley 8:00 pm Around the Grounds Livestock Area Elvis Impersonation 11:00 am to 10:00 pm - Finley Hall Poultry, Beef Cattle, Pygmy Goats Wild World Tour Reptile Exhibit Park Stage and Sheep on display 12:00 to 6:00 pm - Livestock Area 11:30 am 9:00 pm All Gates Close Free Hay Wagon Rides Racing Seminar 10:00 pm Buildings Close 3:00 to 6:00 pm - Mexican Village 1:30, 2:45 & 3:45 pm Los Hermanos Avalos (Latin American) TBD 4:30 to 6:00 pm - Around the Grounds 2:15 pm PROUD SPONSOR 4th Street Strolling Jazz Band Elvis ‘ThankYouVeryMuch’ Contest 5:00 pm- Around the Grounds 6:00, 7:15 & 8:15 pm Parade Juke Joint (rhythm & blues) 5:00 to 8:00 pm – Honky Tonk Bar Blues & Brews Lounge Jimmy Ashley 5:30 to 8:00 pm 8:00 to 10:00 pm The Terry Hanck Band SUNDAY, AUGUST 12 Flower Show Plant Sale Kids Area Livestock Area Superhero Sunday 12:30, 2:30 & 3:45 pm Poultry, Beef Cattle, Pygmy Goats Special appearances by Spiderman Heroes & Superheroes! and Sheep on display & Black Panther! Come be a part of the show. Carnival Opens at 11:00 am 6:00 pm Hall of Flowers Close Family Fun Stage Chris Beck Arena Presenting some of San Francisco’s 9:00 pm All Gates Close 6:00 pm (ticket required) finest street performers! 10:00 pm Buildings Close Destruction Derby 1:00, 3:15 & 6:00 pm PROUD SPONSOR Community Theater Henrick Bothe (comedy juggling) 2:00 to 4:00 pm 2:00, 4:30 & 6:45 pm Super Run, Jump & (Almost) Fly Michael Stroud (magic) 7:00 pm 1:30 pm Arkangel R-15 Elvis Bingo
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Community Concert Series Lost Kids until 8:00 PM
Fairtime Contests FREE daily contests included with admission. See daily schedule on pages 13 - 15. All participants get a ribbon. Sign up 10 minutes before, unless noted. Animal Imitation Contest Prizes for the best animal sounds (made by people). Bubblegum Bubble Blowing We provide the gum, you blow the bubbles. Diaper Derby Crawlers up to 12 months can enter this race. Egg Hunt This contest for kids ages 10 & under is sort of like an Easter Egg Hunt. Elvis ‘ThankYouVeryMuch’ Contest Show how well you can say that classic Elvis phrase ‘thankyouverymuch’. Elvis Bingo It’s not B-I-N-G-O, it’s E-L-V-I-S! Elvis Impersonation Ten top Elvis impersonators will sing with a live band and compete for a $1,500 prize! Elvis Scream The loudest screamers (scream like Elvis is in the house!) win in this contest. Elvis, Priscilla & Col. Parker Look-Alikes We’re looking for people who look like Elvis, Priscilla or Col. Parker. You don’t need to dress in costume, but it can’t hurt! Elvis Quiz-O-Rama Answer questions about Elvis’ life and win great Elvis stuff! Family Look-Alike Contest We’ve got categories for everyone—mother-daughter, father-son, brother-sister & more! Free Throw Contest Try your skill from the free-throw line with a basketball! Garbage Can Art Sonoma County Artists turn a Recology garbage can into a work of art before our eyes! Grape Expectoration Expectoration is just another word for spitting. How far can you spit a grape? Harrry Potter Bingo It’s not B-I-N-G-O, it’s H-A-R-R-Y! Harry Potter Costume and Parade of Wizards! Dress like a character from the world of Harry Potter, either books or movies, and you might win a prize! All contestants are asked to join the parade around the fairgrounds at 5:00 pm
Harry Potter's Dragon Egg Hunt This contest for kids ages 13 & under is sort of like an Easter Egg Hunt. Harry Potter Look-Alike This Look-Alike Contest will be divided into at least two categories: People and Creatures. Harry Potter Moan Like Myrtle Contest No one feels sorry for herself more (or louder!) than Myrtle the ghost. See if you can match her! Harry Potter Original Art Contest Create a work of art with a Harry Potter theme. Harry Potter Potion Mixing Contest Use our ingredients to mix up a tasty, drinkable (hopefully harmless) potion. Harry Potter Tableaux Gather your team and strike a pose to create a scene from the world of Harry Potter. Harry Potter Trevor's Toad Hop Just like Trevor the toad, hop (on all fours) from the start to finish line. Harry Potter JR Trivia Answer questions about the Harry Potter books & movies & be a winner! Ages 13 and under. Harry Potter Team Trivia Teams of 4-6 answer questions about the Harry Potter books & movies & be a winner! All ages may enter, but this contest is geared toward teens & adults. Hula Hoop Contest We’ve got the hoops; you jump to compete for prizes in endurance & free-style! Kids event – amateurs only! Jump Rope Contest We’ve got the ropes; you jump to compete for prizes in endurance & speed! LEGO Building Contest Stop by anytime to create a LEGO masterpiece. Open to all ages. Sponsored by The ToyWorks
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Madame Hooch’s Broomstick Obstacle Course An obstacle course for young would-be wizards. Milk Moustache Contest We provide the milk, you make a moustache. Ages 12 & under. Rock'em Sock'em Robots Tournament Take your turn with this classic game from the 1960’s. All ages welcome, no skill required! Scarecrow Building Contest You bring a team; we provide everything you need to build a scarecrow. Scarecrow UN-Building Your team takes one of our scarecrows apart to win prizes. Speed and neatness count! SCREAM! The loudest, most piercing screams will win prizes! Sidewalk Art We provide the chalk, your team creates a work of art with a Heroes & Superheroes theme. Stroller Races We provide the strollers (and teddy bears to ride along) and you push. Super Run, Jump & (Almost) Fly An obstacle course for young would-be superheroes Superhero Impersonation Contest We’re looking for superhero look-alikes of all ages – we even have a Super Baby Division. This isn’t just about dressing like a superhero or looking like a superhero – you need to convince the judges you have what it takes to be a superhero! Superhero Trivia Quiz Answer questions about superheroes movies & be a winner! All ages! Taster's Challenge Our panel of judges (chosen from the audience) will try all sorts of tasty snacks and decide which are the best. The audience gets to taste too! Ugly Shoe Contest Wear your ugliest oldest, most tired, most ‘used’ shoes to this contest You might win a brand new pair of New Balance™ shoes from Santa Rosa Shoes! One winner each, in men’s & women’s sizes. Whistling Contest Loud whistler, soft whistlers and tune whistlers are welcome here!
Schedules subject to change. Visit www.SonomaCountyFair.com
Community Exhibits
Community Talent
You may see some of your neighbors on stage at this summer’s Sonoma County Fair. Community dance groups, choirs and more are performing throughout the Fair. The schedule includes these local groups:
Ballet Folklorico Ireri
Check out the exhibit buildings to view creations submitted by our local community. Entries are now closed, but please visit SonomaCountyFair.com to see how you can show off your talents next year.
Community Exhibit Buildings
Finley Hall will once again be home to Junior exhibits, including Arts & Crafts, Photography, Baked and Preserved Foods. Garrett Building features Adult Home Arts, Baked Foods, Quilts and Hobby Crafts. E.C. Kraft Building displays Adult Fine Arts, Sculpture and Photography.
New Exhibit Categories
This year’s theme, “Salute to Heroes” invites everyone to recognize the heroes all around us. The 2018 Sonoma County Fair offers plenty of ways to show community talents, including many inspired by heroes in our community. Here are some of the themed entries you can expect to see at the Fair:
• “Salute to Heroes” themed cookies and cakes • A special fine art division that depicts the Historic Fountaingrove Round Barn • Miniature "fairy" gardens with “Salute to Heroes” theme • October Wildfire Tribute Photography
Buy Local Art
Photography, fine art and sculptures, made by local exhibitors, will be available for sale to the public throughout the Fair in the E.C. Kraft Building. Finley Hall will showcase Ag Mechanics projects hand crafted by local youth exhibitors. Fairgoers can purchase garden and home décor such as benches, tables, shelves, planters, wine racks, garden art and much more!
Cowtown Cowgirls
Ballet Folklorico Netzahualcoyotl
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Dancers of Bastet
New Horizons Brass Quintet Redwood Country Cloggers
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Ballet Folklorico Paquiyollotzin
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Keenan Irish Dancers
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Quetzall Ballet Folklorico
Redwood Empire Chinese Association
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Wine Country Dance Productions
If your group would like to perform at the Fair next year, go to SonomaCountyFair.com in the spring to get an application.
Redwood Writers
If you ever wanted to learn how to write and publish a book, now you can by attending the 2018 Sonoma County Fair. Redwood Writers will staff its booth in the EC Kraft Building from 11:00 am to 6:00 pm for the eleven-day run of the Fair. Authors of every genre will be on hand daily to sell and sign books and to read from their published works. The public is invited to meet the authors or to relax and listen to authors read from a variety of genres. Watch for book giveaways throughout the Fair. Other publishing professionals will be on hand to answer questions about editing, marketing, indie publishing, and other aspects of getting one’s book into the marketplace. Redwood Writers welcomes all writers from novices to very experienced and published authors. More information can be found at redwoodwriters.org.
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Wild World Tour
Brad’s World Reptiles will take fairgoers on an interactive ‘tour’, featuring amazing animals from the tropics, temperate zones, and arid regions of our planet. Walk through a tropical rainforest with giant green anacondas swimming in their pool, then look up to see green tree pythons lazily draped over branches, while tokay geckos echo their enchanting call through the forest. Then meander into the temperate zone where blue-tongued skinks and legless lizards are waiting, with a variety of turtles and amphibians, some poisonous, nearby. Passing into the arid region you’ll find the venomous gila monster, several species of rattlesnakes, and a variety of beautifully colored king snakes. Finley Hall from 11:00 am to 10:00 pm .
CPR Training
Save a life! Come to the First Aid Booth to learn how to perform hands only CPR. Training from 4:00 - 5:00 pm daily. Provided by American Medical Response & Save Lives Sonoma.
Join the Team
Temporary jobs are available for the 11 day Sonoma County Fair, coming August 2 -12 to the fairgrounds in Santa Rosa. Positions are open for team members with varied skills and abilities. Apply now for an up-close experience with the Fair and to play an essential role in making this year’s Sonoma County Fair a success. Applications are available now. Are you an animal lover? If so, check out opportunities to work in Sweet Lil’s Farm or in the barn as a member of the livestock crew. Positions are also available for folks with mechanical, janitorial and grounds maintenance skills. Jobs in the Operations Department include ticket sellers, gate attendants, crossing guards, grandstand ushers, and tram drivers. Applicants must be 16 or older (by July 1, 2018) with a valid work permit (if required) and be available to work the entire two weeks of the Fair. It’s easy to apply. Visit SonomaCountyFair.com/fair/jobs.php
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Sourdough Slim, the Yodeling Cowboy
Sourdough Slim is a one-of-a-kind performer; he sings songs of the old west, tells stories and recites cowboy poetry, teaches the audience how to yodel and sing along. (Three shows a day.)
Jack Spareribs, pirate magician-ventriloquist
This is no ordinary pirate! This Captain has a talking monkey and entertains with hilarious magic, dangerous juggling and jaw-dropping illusions. (Three shows a day.)
San Francisco Street Performers
Henrik Bothe, Comedy Juggler Henrik’s “Physical Comedy Show” starts with comedy magic and juggling and goes on to escaping a straight jacket while riding a unicycle. And if it isn’t too windy, there may be plate spinning! (Three shows a day, 8/6 - 8/12) Michael Stroud, Magician Get ready for fun, as Michael blends comedy, audience participation, circus skills and surprises with special effects in every show! A master of close-up magic, he may cause borrowed objects to float in the air and coins to turn invisible and reappear right in your own hand. He performs amazing acts of mind-reading, and demonstrates incredible card tricks. (Three shows a day, 8/3, 8/8, 8/9 & 8/11) Ryan Kane, Magician Be ready for a show filled with cool magic tricks! Ryan’s one man show features a hefty dose of magic, comedy, and audience interaction. (Family Fun Stage, three shows a day, 8/2, 8/48/7, 8/10 & 8/12) Scotty & Trink, Comedy Jugglers Scotty & Trink are the best juggling duo on the Fair circuit. Their show includes lots of physical comedy – juggling, giant unicycle and audience participation. In keeping with this year’s Fair theme, Scotty & Trink will be juggling vegetables, so watch out for the flying eggplant! (Family Fun Stage, three shows a day, 8/2 - 8/5)
Treasure Hunt
The Amazingly Super Sonoma County Fair Treasure Hunt will lead you around the fairgrounds as you fill your Treasure Hunt Book (available at any Information Booth) with stamps and win a small prize. As you go, you will learn some surprising things about all kinds of super heroes!
Parent's Rest Station
Look for the little red building in the Kids Area where you’ll find changing tables and armchairs just right for nursing; open from 11:00 am to 8:00 pm. Also, be sure to pick up a Lost Kid Sticker for your child at any information booth and have them wear it. These remind everyone that the Kids Area is where lost kids and parents are reunited.
Join the Parade - 5:00 pm
Strolling bands, floats, and kids in costume are just the beginning! Join in the daily parade by the Redwood Credit Union Plaza (carnival side) by 4:45 pm . You can be a part of our fairgoer rhythm band, carry a flag, dress up like a grape or just march along. Or catch the Twilight Parade on Friday & Saturday Nights at 9:30 pm.
Visit www.SonomaCountyFair.com for event details.
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Draft Horse Wagon Rides
Free Rides Daily this is the way to see the Fair’s famed Livestock Area—from a wagon pulled by draft horses. You’ll roll along past the sheep barns, the cattle barns and the livestock area. Catch a ride at the "Welcome to the Livestock Area" sign. Rides run from 12:00 to 6:00 pm.
Free Cake!
There’s always a reason for free cake! Stay alert… when you see the cake cart arrive, get in line and claim your free piece.
Informacion en Espanol Horas de taquilla antes de empiece la Feria De lunes a viernes 8:30 am - 6:00 pm. Sábado 28 de julio 29 9:00 am – 4:00 pm
Horas de la Feria
11:00 am – 11:00 pm (Se cierran las puertas a las 9:00 pm; los edificios cierran a las 10:00 pm)
Horas de Carnaval
Día de inauguración, jueves 2 de agosto - Abierto 3:00 pm De lunes a viernes - Abre al medio día Los sábados – Abre 11:00 am Los domingos – Abre 11:00 am
Admisión
Fechas de la Feria Agosto 2 - 12
Carrera de Caballos en La Región de Vino Agosto 2 – 5, Agosto 9 – 12
Tema de la Feria Saluda a Los Héroes
Tema de la Sala de Flores Estaciones en Sonoma
Taquilla de la Feria
LOCALIZADA DENTRO DEL EDIFICIO DE ADMINISTRACION 1350 Bennett Valley Road en Santa Rosa (La taquilla de la feria estará ubicada al frente del Grace Pavilion aproximadamente dos semanas antes de que empiece la Feria.)
Clasificados Latino Gratis
$15 Adulto (13 & mayores) Pre-Venta: $12 hasta el 1 de agosto. $7 Niños (7-12 años) Niños 6 años & menor entran GRATIS
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Días Especiales:
Los descuentos de días especiales han cambiado. Jueves, Día de los Niños – Admisión gratis para niños hasta 12 años (2 & 9 de agosto) Viernes Día de Adultos Mayores – Admisión gratis para adultos mayores de 60 años (3 & 10 de agosto)
Estacionamiento Lote del Grace Pavilion $15 Lote del Medio $15 Lote del Edificio de Veteranos $9 Lote de la Avenida Aston $9 Lote de Brookwood $9
Pre-venta de Carnaval COMBO
Valor $50 – Precio de Pre-Venta $35 ¡Sirve para cualquier día de la Feria! Incluye admisión a la feria y un brazalete para montar las atracciones mecánicas de nuestro carnaval espectacular. Sólo disponible hasta el 1 de agosto.
Pre-venta de Carnaval – BRAZALETE SOLAMENTE
Valor $30-35 – Precio de pre- venta $25 ¡Sirve para cualquier día de la Feria! Incluye un brazalete para montar las atracciones mecánicas sin límite. Sólo de venta en línea y disponible en la taquilla de la feria hasta el 1 de agosto. No incluye la admisión a la feria.
Pase de Admisión por toda la Temporada
Precio de pre-venta $45 (No-transferible, valor $165) Una persona puede entrar a la feria los 11 días con este pase! En venta solamente hasta el 1 de agosto, mientras duren las reservas. Disponibles solamente en la taquilla de la feria.
Paquete Familiar: Visita nuestro sitio web
el 2 de agosto, mientras duren las reservas. Sólo disponible en la taquilla.
Precio de pre-venta $44 (Valor $68) Incluye: 3 admisiones generales, 2 admisiones de niños, un pase de estacionamiento de $8. Sólo disponible hasta
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Los boletos de preventa también se pueden comprar en uno de nuestros puntos de venta oficiales. Calzado Leon (Dutton Ave., Santa Rosa) Rancho Mendoza Market (Sebastopol Rd., Santa Rosa) Rancho Mendoza Market (Piner Rd., Santa Rosa) Boutique Angelica (E. Washington, Petaluma) La Morenita Market (Sonoma Hwy., Sonoma) Mario's Jeweler (Center St., Healdsburg)
Schedules subject to change. Visit www.SonomaCountyFair.com
Grandes espectáculos en la Arena Chris Beck
(*Requiere la compra de boleto adicional)
Serie de Conciertos Comunitarios
Usted no va a querer perderse ni una sola de las presentaciones, y no tendrá que hacerlo ya que TODOS los conciertos son GRATIS con su admisión a la feria. *Asientos reservados opcionales en venta. (Disponibilidad limitada.) Queen Nation* jueves, 2 de agosto, 7:30 pm Batalla de Bandas viernes, 3 de agosto, 7:00 pm Blues Festival* sábado, 4 de agosto, 5:00 pm Domingo de Fiesta domingo, 5 de agosto, 7:00 pm John Michael Montgomery* Lunes, 6 de agosto, 7:30 pm Blood Sweat and Tears* martes, 7 de agosto, 7:30 pm Super Diamond* miércoles, 8 de agosto, 7:30 pm La Raza Obrera del Gurrumino y El Viejito jueves, 9 de agosto, 7:30 pm Sawyer Brown* viernes, 10 de agosto, 7:30 pm Elvis Impersonation Contest sábado, 11 de agosto, 8:00 pm Arkangel R-15 domingo, 12 de agosto, 7:00 pm
Espectáculo Floral Estaciones de Sonoma
El tema de la Sala de las Flores de este año está diseñado para capturar la belleza del condado de Sonoma. Desde los escarpados acantilados costeros, hasta las majestuosas secuoyas, desde los viñedos de las laderas hasta las icónicas colinas tachonadas de roble, los jardineros locales mostrarán lo que nos hace “Sonoma Fuerte.” La pieza central del espectáculo es una enorme fuente de agua con un ave fénix en ascenso que representa la resiliencia de nuestro condado y su renacimiento.
Villa Mexicana
¡Viva México! Desde su construcción en 1976, la Villa Mexicana ha sido un lugar de encuentro para la comunidad latina local durante la feria. Lo que una vez fue un callejón trasero es ahora un bloque de mercado largo de cabinas comerciales y vendedores de alimentos, así como un lugar para visitar con amigos y familiares. Disfrute de las actuaciones de música latina y mundial durante cada día de la feria, mientras que disfrute de una variedad de texturas, colores y olores. Disfrute de una refrescante horchata o de un taco mientras pasea por las numerosas tiendas. Nuevo Amanecer (Música Clásica Latinoamericana) 8/2 - 8/7: 3:00 - 6:00 pm Los Hermanos Avalos 8/8 - 8/12: 3:00 - 6:00 pm
Carreras de Caballos en La Región de Vino
Vea y aposte con la emoción de las carreras de caballos en vivo a partir del primer día de la feria, jueves el 2 de agosto hasta el domingo 5 de agosto, jueves 9 de agosto hasta el domingo 12 de agosto. La primera carrera cada día empieza a la 1:15 PM, y los viernes a las 2:15 PM. Entrada a la pista es gratuita con su admisión a la feria; Sin embargo los asientos de la tribuna cuestan un extra $3. Los asientos del palco cuestan $5 al día. Carreras de Perros Las Carreras de Perro, que se actúan cada domingo durante las Carreras de Caballos, se asegurarán que los asistentes de las carreras se entretengan entre cada carrera de caballos. Venga a ver estas emocionantes mini carreras y anima a tu perro favorito mientras que lleguen a la meta!
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*Rodeo PRCA El Rodeo PRCA anual es el sábado 4 de agosto a las 7:30 pm. Vaqueros profesionales competirán por premios en efectivo en montar a potro cerril, lucha de buey, atar en equipo, montar a caballo sin silla, atar al becerro, carreras en barril y más. Boletos para el espectáculo son $25 para asientos en la tribuna, $15 para asientos en el palco, y $12 para asientos en la gradería. Pre-venta hasta el 1 de agosto: $12 Palco / $10 Gradería *Carrera de Destrucción ”Destruction Derby” Empieza la emoción de la Carrera de Destrucción a las 6:00 PM el domingo 12 de agosto. Boletos para el espectáculo son $20 para asientos en la tribuna, $15 para asientos en el palco, y $12 para asientos en la gradería. Pre-venta hasta el 1 de agosto: $12 Palco / $10 Gradería *Camiones Monstruos "Monster Trucks” Los fanáticos podrán disfrutar de tres noches de espectáculos de Monster Truck a las 7:00 PM, que serán jueves el 9 de agosto, viernes el 10 de agosto, y sábado el 11 de agosto. Vea a estos increíbles gigantes de 10,000 libras, machacadores de autos, competir en concursos, y luego entretenerlos con increíble acción de estilo libre durante el Recorrido de Monster Truck de TRAXXAS. Además, podrá conocer a los conductores y ver los camiones de cerca en la fiesta de firmas antes del evento. Boletos para el espectáculo son $15 para asientos en la tribuna, $12 para asientos en el palco, y $10 para asientos en la gradería. Pre-venta hasta el 1 de agosto: $10 Palco / $8 Gradería ¡Ahorre en los asientos de tribuna y gradas cuando compre los boletos antes del 1 de agosto! Se requiere la compra del boleto del evento y la entrada a la feria por separado para asistir a estos eventos.
Barnyard Animals Sweet Lil’s Farm
Located in Saralee & Richard's Barn At Sweet Lil’s, you’ll find faux cow “milking,” baby chicks hatching and a host of other ag-tivities. Drive a tractor, venture into the hay maze or visit the little pigs in their straw, wood and brick houses. There are corn boxes and a chance to visit baby farm animals and their mothers. It’s a special place to learn and play on the farm. Sweet Lil's was named in honor of Saralee McClelland Kunde's mother and now has a new home in the new agricultural education center, Saralee & Richard's Barn. It was Saralee's dream to build a pavilion on the Fairgrounds that would be a center for ag-education year round. She was fully supported in this dream by Richard. See page 26 to see how you can support the Sonoma County Fair Foundation.
Milk Barn
Fairgoers love the Milk Barn, where they can watch cows being milked and learn about Sonoma County’s famous dairy industry, known for innovation and leadership in producing some of the highest quality products anywhere in the world. Milking times vary August 2 - 5.
Cattle Barn
This Fair favorite houses both Dairy and Beef Cattle. Did you know cows spend 8 hours chewing their cud every day and a dairy cow can produce 6–8 gallons of milk a day? Dairy Cattle on display August 2 - 5 Beef Cattle on display August 6 - 12
Sheep Barn
"Angel" the Texas Longhorm Fire survivor “Angel” the Texas Longhorn will be living at the Fair from August 2-12 at Sweet Lil’s Farm. Angel survived the October 2017 Wildfires and continues to serve as a sign of hope for thousands of people who drove past her on Highway 101.
Great American Petting Zoo Get even closer to the animals at the Great American Petting Zoo from 11:00 am to 8:00 pm daily. PROUD SPONSOR
Showing sheep and goats at the Sonoma County Fair is a fun and educational experience. Did you know that both sheep and goats have 32 teeth, but neither have upper front teeth? Sheep on display August 4 & 6 - 12 Goats on display August 2 - 5; 8-10
Fur & Feathers
More than just chickens and bunnies, this barn is home to more varieties than any other. Fairgoers can see geese, guinea pigs, rabbits, ducks, turkeys, chickens and more. Closes at 8:00 pm daily. Poultry on display August 2 - 12 Cavies (Guinea Pigs) on display August 4 - 5 Rabbits on display August 2 - 5
Swine Barn
For young farmers, it’s a pleasure to drive a welltrained and groomed pig into a show ring. Every day the pigs on display during the Fair are cared for in preparation for their big debut. Dairy Goats on display August 2 Pigs on display August 3 - 9 Pygmy Goats on display August 10 - 12
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Schedules subject to change. Visit www.SonomaCountyFair.com
Junior Livestock Auctions
Sonoma County’s young ranchers and farmers work all year long to select, purchase, feed, and groom livestock to be judged, graded and sold at the Fair. Projects include steers, goats, lambs, hogs, rabbits and poultry. Only the best animals are selected by the Fair’s judges to sell at the Junior Livestock Auction, which makes this your chance to support local kids and buy locally-raised, top quality meat for your table. For more info, call (707) 545-4203 Lamb Auction - August 4 at 9:00 am Rabbit Auction - August 4 at 1:00 pm Goat Auction - August 4 at 1:30 pm Hog Auction - August 9 at 9:00 am Poultry Auction - August 9 at 1:00 pm Ag Mechanics Auction- August 10 at 6:00 pm Beef Auction – August 10 at 6:00 pm
Open Livestock Shows
Sonoma County Fair is home to one of the largest livestock shows in the state of California.
Livestock Events
Farmer’s Day
Sunday, August 5 from 1:00 to 3:00 pm in Chris Beck Arena Farmer’s Day at the Sonoma County Fair is an afternoon of events that are fast, fun, sometimes hilarious and always educational, especially for the urbanites among us. Hang out and meet Miss Wine Country Rodeo 2018, Arielle Spotswood. Farmer's Day Events - Details & descriptions at SonomaCountyFair.com Kiddie Fun On The Farm l Line Sorting Challenge l Wild Cow Milking l Hide Race Presentation of Award Recipients l Stick Horse Competition l Pig Scramble l Wild Goat Milking l Mutton Bustin’ Sheep Dog Demonstration l Sheep Dog Trials Join the Fun Sign up for Farmer’s Day events at the Sonoma County Fair Entry Office. Entrants are accepted until events are full, which in some cases is on Farmer’s Day. Please contact (707) 545-4203 or entryoffice@ SonomaCountyFair.com for details.
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Call 800.800.4865 today or visit AgLoan.com A part of the Farm Credit System. Equal Opportunity Lender.
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Saralee & Richard Education Fund Gift of $1,000,000 to the Sonoma County Fair Foundation
The Saralee and Richard Kunde Barn was dedicated prior to the Fair in 2017. The two year construction project raised $3 Million for its construction, which was supported by many local individuals, businesses and our local Agriculture community. The dream of Saralee was to create an agricultural education center at the Sonoma County Event Center at the Fairgrounds, which was built in honor of the late Saralee McClelland Kunde and her late husband Richard Kunde. Through an endowment of $1 Million in 2017 by the Kunde’s to the Sonoma County Fair Foundation, the Saralee and Richard Kunde Education Fund was established. This donation will be focused on the future success of the agriculture center and the education fund. Plans are in the works to create a mentor program for our local college students majoring in the Agriculture field to gain experience during their summer recess working with local Agricultural businesses. Its goal is to enhance their educational opportunities through our local agricultural industry and give them experience and knowledge to help them hopefully return to Sonoma County upon graduation and enter the local workforce. Born into the world of agriculture, Saralee McClelland Kunde grew up as a member of 4-H where she developed her passion for agriculture. She showed off her prize winning cows at the Sonoma County Fair as a youth in the 1950’s and 1960’s, and later invested herself in the fair as an employee, eventually becoming a board member for the Sonoma County Fair and Harvest Fair. Over the years, Saralee and her husband Richard hosted and organized hundreds of events that have raised millions of dollars for agricultural charities. The couple also entered into the wine industry and became known as the first family of Sonoma County Grape Growing. In January 2014, Saralee passed away and left behind a lasting legacy of being an agricultural mentor, philanthropist, and community leader. Her husband Richard passed away in January, 2018 and had carried on her traditions and helped to develop one of her lifelong dreams. The Saralee and Richard’s Barn is a 12,000 square foot facility that was built to serve the community of Sonoma County year round as an agricultural education center to promote and showcase the nearly $4 million industry and as another venue for local group events. Visit SonomaCountyFair.com/foundation.php or call (707) 545-4200 for more information. There are still opportunities to support Ag Education Programs by sponsoring a bench ($5,000) in the Summit State Bank Olive Grove.
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Honky Tonk Bar
Shopping & Fair Food
Our country bar features to live music on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays.
Craft Beer Lounge
Fair Favorites
Grace Pavilion
Take in the sights and shopping In Grace Pavilion while browsing hundreds of state-of-the-art products from all around the world! Peruse aisles of African arts, handmade cutting boards, mini oak barrels, pillows, jewelry, clothing, leather products, skin & health care, and household items. From the perfect household treasure to a novel remodeling idea, you can always find something unique and interesting. Sample chocolate or a wine slushie! For a full list of vendors, please visit SonomaCountyFair.com. Open daily from 11:00 am until 10:00 pm
Street Vendors
Enjoy a stroll through the streets of the Sonoma County Fairgrounds - a pastime locals and visitors alike enjoy each year! Visit "The Fun Zone" for your try at rock climbing or the baby bull! How about "Walking on Water" before you shop the many different souvenirs offered. There is no shortage of choices! Open daily from 11:00 am until 10:00 pm
You’ll find a delightful variety of snacks, hearty meals, and unbelievable goodies at the Sonoma County Fair! Look for the return of favorites like Pronto Pup, The Original Soft Taco, Pepe's Mariscos, The Sleek Greek and Sharky's to name a few as well as new vendors! For a full list of Fair food please visit SonomaCountyFair.com. Sample menu: Late Breakfast: Breakfast Burrito and Fruit Smoothie Lunch: Pit Boss Brisket Sandwich, Corn on the Cobb and a Giant Dill Pickle Mid-afternoon snack: Cinnamon Roasted Almonds with an Iced Mocha Dinner: Duro Boat with Carne Asada Fries, Vegetable Spicy Pies with Pickled Cabbage Red Beets or Polenta with Marinara Sauce, paired with a glass of premium Sonoma County wine, beer, or iced tea! Dessert: Hero Funnel Cake, Candy Apple in a Bowl, Gold Plated Ice Cream, Gourmet Dipped Strawberries or all of the above!
Mexican Village
Enjoy the sights and sounds of this vibrant block-long Mercado while you dine and shop amidst the colorful and cultural offerings of the Mexican Village. The FREE Community Concert Series is perfect for the whole family! Open daily from 11:00 am until 10:00 pm PROUD SPONSORS
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Don't miss our Craft Beer Lounge just outside the South end of Grace Pavilion. 18 local craft brews will be on tap.
The Fun Zone
Head over to Linwood South Avenue (inside the fairgrounds) for an extra dose of adrenaline with American Bull Riding, Rock Climbing, Archery, Cannonball Air Blasters & so much more!
Sliders Sports Bar
There is something for everyone: Sports Fans and Beer Enthusiasts alike. Follow your favorite sports team on our large screen televisions; place a wager on your favorite horse. Pull up a stool at our Full Spirits & Tap Bar featuring local craft beers or relax in our Sonoma Chic Lounge & Sports Theater featuring major sporting events daily. Also, enjoy food from Smoky Mutts BBQ! Open daily from 11:00 am until 10:00 pm Stop by Sliders August 5 for ‘Harry Potter All Grown Up’ an evening of trivia and fun!
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Schedules subject to change. Visit www.SonomaCountyFair.com
Every year the Sonoma County Fair and the Western Fair Association are proud to recognize those individuals within our community that make an impact. The recipients have shown support to the Fair and local communities through their knowledge, philanthropy and accomplishments. The Western Fair Association's Blue Ribbon Award recognizes those individuals or groups who have provided outstanding support to the Fair industry. Honorees are often volunteers, sponsors or educators.
Jerry Norman Outstanding Northbay Rancher of the Year
2018 Award Winners
Beretta Family Dairy Outstanding Dairy of the Year
Buzz and Cookie Bozzini Award of Excellence in the Horse Industry
The Sonoma County Fair is honored to dedicate this year's Guidebook to Al Gerhardt – outstanding supporter of the Junior Livestock Auction.
Les Schwab Western Fairs Association Blue Ribbon Award Honored for their support of the Sonoma County Fair
Farmer's Day
Sunday, August 5 from 1:00 to 3:00 pm in Chris Beck Arena We recognize this year's Outstanding Dairy of the Year, Award of Excellence in the Horse Industry, and Outstanding Northbay Rancher at Farmer's Day! Winners are driven in to the arena by the North Coast Draft Horse Club. Event Details on page 25 or more info at SonomaCountyFair.com Visit www.SonomaCountyFair.com for event details.
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Our Sponsors & Supporters The Sonoma County Fair would like to thank all of our wonderful sponsors.
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Relaxing Favorites
Thank you to Will Bucquoy, Tracy Bjornestad, Vassar Photography, Brenda Hawkes, Rachel Heim, Sonoma County Farm Bureau, Rick Tang Photography & Dale Godfrey for providing many of the wonderful Fair images in this guide, and to LaBruzzi Media Craft for the cover art and layout.
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Schedules subject to change. Visit www.SonomaCountyFair.com
Not Allowed on the Fairgrounds
• Pets, with the exception of service dogs • Knives • Drugs • Glass bottles or metal cans/containers • Squirt guns, balloons (through the gate) • Bicycles, skateboards, scooters • Alcoholic beverages (none allowed through gate; beverages can be purchased on grounds) • Guns, mace, clubs or any item determined to be a weapon by Fair security • Ice chests ** Lunches and a sealed bottle of water per person will be allowed. • Chairs will not be allowed on the Community Theater lawn area. Blankets OK.
More Information Wheelchair Accessibility
All buildings are wheelchair accessible; an elevator at the north end of the racing grandstand provides access to upper level.
First Aid
First Aid Station is by the Milk Barn south of Sliders Sports Bar.
Kids Area
Includes a Parents’ Rest Station, a clean, quiet place to nurse or change babies. Located by the Brookwood Gate. Activities from 11:30 am - 6:30 pm.
Smoke-Free Facility
Lost Children
The Sonoma County Fair is a smoke-free/vape-free facility. See map Page 16-17. The Sonoma County Fair was granted funds through the County’s Advertising & Promotions Grant Funds program. The funds will be used to promote the Fair. The Board of Supervisors established the advertising program and policy in 1986 utilizing Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT) funds. Funds from this source are made available for promotions of local events which encourage a sense of community. Thank you to the Board of Supervisors for their support of the Fair!
Reclaim your lost child at the Parents’ Rest Station in the Kids Area until 8:00 pm or at Guest Services on the east side of Grace Pavilion after 8:00 pm.
Info Booths
Guest Services
Located inside Brookwood Gate and near the Racing Grandstand. Pick up a copy of the daily schedule when you arrive at the Fair for a full schedule of events. PROUD SPONSOR
If you require additional assistance during your visit to the Fair, our Guest Services office is located on the east side of Grace Pavilion. Open 11:00 am - 10:00 pm
Strollers & Wheelchairs
Available for rent during the Fair inside the Brookwood Gate. A valid driver's license, state ID or military ID is required for deposit. Strollers $10 - $15 Wagons $15 Wheelchairs* $20 ($10 on Seniors’ Day Fridays) (250lb limit) Electric Scooters* $50 per day (450lb limit) * First Come, First Served
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