A breath of fresh fair
Patrons of the Los Angeles County Fair walk the aisles between Ferris wheels, carnival games and other rides during Citrus College free admission day, Sept. 20, at the Pomona Fairplex. Photo by Kevin Alvarez / Clarion

A breath of fresh fair

Crowds ebb and flow beneath riders of the Los Angeles County Fair ski lift on Citrus College free admission day, Sept. 20, at the Pomona Faiplex. Photo by Kevin Alvarez / Clarion

 

Every year, Angelinos gather in Pomona for the one event that has a little bit of something for everyone: the Los Angeles County Fair.

The Pomona Fairplex goes from empty parking lots and grounds to loud music, animal noises, crowds and bright lights at the beginning of September. No matter how old you are or where you come from, the fair provides.

Students in the area can find a free college day assigned to their school in the final days of the fair. With a student ID and a printed coupon, they can enjoy a full day’s worth of Ferris wheels, exhibits or animals.

The bright lights of the attractions at the Los Angeles County Fair brings the Pomona Fairplex to life every September. Photo by Kevin Alvarez / Clarion

Petting zoos, animal races and exotic animal exhibits are among the must-do’s for kids and adults.

Fair-goers looking for a more relaxing ride can take a ski lift or hop on one of many Ferris wheels and admire the hustle and bustle from above while being taunted by the scents of smoked turkey legs, barbecue and fried everything in obscene sizes.

Thrill-seekers can head straight to familiar rides like the Zipper, the swings or any other fast and flashy attraction.

With comfortable shoes and some spending money, the fair is a breath of fresh fall air.

A curious lamb looks for hands filled with food from visitors entering the petting zoo on Sept. 20 at the Pomona Fairplex. The Los Angeles County Fair provides multiple petting zoos and exotic animal exhibits. Photo by Kevin Alvarez / Clarion
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