Attractions, Exhibits, and Grounds Entertainment

2017
Attractions, Exhibits, and Grounds Entertainment

Flora, Fauna & Attractions

AMERICA’S GREAT OUTDOORS

In this exhibit you will not only get the chance to meet Smokey Bear and his friends, but explore exhibits that teach
about protecting, respecting, and most importantly, connecting with nature and the animals who call it home. Start
your journey at the Ranger Station with an introduction to the site and the agencies who manage these special
places. The Ranger Station is your first stop for maps and i nformation. Meet foresters and rangers whose job it is to
preserve, protect, and manage our public lands. Visit with the native reptiles of Southern California; see if you can
find our state reptile - the protected desert tortoise. Get to know California native plants and animals and immerse
yourself in the history of the West.

Camp Smokey

In Camp Smokey, Smokey Bear teaches everyone how to be fire safe. Test your fire safety skills, gather around
our storytellers to hear “The True Story of Smokey Bear,” and pose with Smokey’s friends - Woodsy Owl, Mojave
Maxine and Seymour Antelope - who will all be making appearances throughout the day.

Yesterday and Today

The past and present come together in this action-packed representation of the westward movement. Our
journey through time begins with an introduction to the native people of California and travels through history
where we’ll encounter a mountain man in his camp. The new General Land Office (GLO) building has opened and
we’re sharing the stories behind the settlement of our nation and the beginnings of our public lands. Come and
test your skills at using a crosscut saw like old time loggers and forest rangers to make your own souvenir tree
round. Visit a real historic fire lookout tower and learn firsthand what it was like to use the Osborne fire finder to
spot a fire. In the center of it all, meet two of America’s Living Legends; a live wild horse and burro from the
Bureau of Land Management’s Wild Horse and Burro Program. Visit the special area created by the
Tongva/Gabrielino of Southern California showcasing the rich culture and lives of local native people. Finally,
learn how you can use the land wisely by participating in the “Leave No Trace” challenge.

Take a Hike

Take a Hike with us in America’s Great Outdoors as we encourage families and friends to discover the positive
benefits of hiking while enjoying the beauty of the Great Outdoors! From the best hikes to backpack basics, cool
fun facts to encountering predators…and everything in between...this is the place to learn all you need to know to
enjoy the perfect trek through nature. So…let’s Take A Hike!

The Best Hikes in Southern California

With a variety of distinct climate zones, fascinating geology, local wilderness areas, and nearly -perfect
weather year-round, LA really does have some of the best hikes around. Stop by and check out the top hikes
in our neighboring counties, the most dog friendly hikes, and the best hikes for beginners.

Know Before You Go

Regardless of how far you are going, the best strategy before venturing out on a hike is to plan and prepare
before you set off. Learn what you need to know before you go, such as checking the weather forecast,
packing the 10 essentials for a hike, wearing the appropriate clothing, and pa ying attention to your
surroundings. Preparing in advance will make any adventure you take an easy and enjoyable experience.

The Top 10 Benefits of Hiking

You know hiking is good for your health, but do you know just how good it really is? From improvin g cardio-
respiratory fitness to lowering the risk of high blood pressure and cholesterol, hiking benefits us all. Even kids
profit from a hike by providing better bone health and less chance of becoming overweight. Hiking exercises
almost every part of your body: legs, knees, ankles, arms, butt, abdomen, shoulders and neck.

Cool Fun Facts

Did you know that a woman who weighs 163 pounds will burn 440 calories in one hour of hiking? Did you
know that hiking can increase the satisfaction level of freeze dri ed foods and the flavors of energy bars by 35
percent? Or how about the fact that by 2060, day hiking is expected to see the greatest rate of growth in
adults out of any outdoor activity? Learn more interesting facts about hiking when you visit our Take A Hike
mus eum.

Adventure for the Whole Family

Hiking with the family is a great way to get kids connected to the outdoors at a young age, which is important
in preserving the wilderness for future generations by teaching kids to appreciate and enjoy the benefits of
nature. When hiking with the whole family, keeping it easy and feature-friendly is a must. By making it fun,
such as letting the children take turns being the leader of the pack, hiking can become a fun family tradition
that is shared by everyone.

Backpack Basics

There are at least 12 different varieties of back packs, so knowing the type of backpack you need for the type
of hike you are going on is key to a successful outing. Much of what you end up carrying in your pack will be
determined by where you plan to go and what kind of weather you’ll likely encounter. Learn the type of
clothing, cooking equipment, sleeping supplies, emergency items and basic essentials that will make your
experience the best it can be.

How to Build a Campfire

Knowing how to build a successful campfire is crucial in any planned hike. Learn how to create your fire bed,
the three basic types of material you need to build a roaring fire, how to lay your fire, keeping your fire safe,
and of course…putting out the fire.

Hiking Alone Safely

Hiking alone can be dangerous if you aren’t prepared. There are many key points to ensure a safe hike,
including knowing the area, telling somewhere where you’ll be, checking in at the ranger station, and sticking
to the path…just to name a few. Find out more information to safeguard the safety of your hike alone.

Poisonous Plants to Avoid When Hiking

Before taking to the trails, be sure you can recognize the poisonous plants you might face on your journey.
The last thing you want to deal with while on your hike is an irritating, painful and extremely itchy rash…or
worse. Being able to identify these plants and their characteristics, symptoms, and treatment will keep you
safe on your trek. Learn which plants to avoid for a safe and happy journey.

Encountering Predators on the Trail

Venturing out in nature can most certainly lead to encounters with all kinds of wildlife. Although most are
harmless, there is the potential to come across more dangerous animals on your hike. Deterring an attack, or
better yet surviving one, requires different types of behavior depending on the animal that confronts you.
Learn basic general tips on what to do if you encounter a predator, and how to react and proceed based on
the type of animal you come across. Knowing the Do’s and Don’ts of encountering dangerous wildlife on the
trail can save your life, so be prepared!

THE GALAXY STAGE

Check out the NEW Galaxy Stage for some fun games and entertainment – it’s out of this world!

Crazy Cosmic Contests

Remember when you were a kid and engaged in childlike activities like hula hoop, bubble gum blowing, and water
balloon tossing contests? Ever wish you could go back to those good old days? Well here’s your chance! Join us
at The Galaxy Stage every afternoon for a variety of fun and games that will have you reminiscing over the
memories of your childhood as you race to the finish line.

Dancing Under the Stars with DJ Comet

Flashing lights. Thumping music. People dancing. Amazing energy. These are just a few words to describe the
newest music and dance sensation at the LA County Fair! Join DJ Comet and dance with us under the stars as he
spins Top 40 music to create a musical experience you don’t want to miss! Enter a world of pulsating lights,
dynamic music and exploding energy that can probably be felt in outer space. DJ Comet excels at creating a high
energy experience that is guaranteed to get everyone in the dancing mood. He’ll be hosting our “Dancing Under
the Stars” party all ni ght, every night, of the LA County Fair…so don’t miss it!

RAIL GIANTS HISTORICAL TRAINS

The LA County Fair houses some of the world’s most distinctive historical trains. Come see this exciting exhibit and
step inside some of the largest steam engines and diesel locomotives in the world! These unique trains will intrigue
you and help to demonstrate the impact of railroads on California’s early history and industry. You’ll have the
opportunity to explore real dining and sleeping cars, examine our authentic historical train depot built in 1885, and
even blow the whistle in a giant engine.

Trains on display in this exhibit:
o Southern Pacific 5021
o Union Pacific 9000
o Outer Harbor Terminal Railway Co., No. 2
o Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe 3450
o Union Pacific “Centennial” 6915
o United States Potash Co., No. 3
o Fruit Growers Supply Co., No. 3
o Santa Fe Caboose No. 1314
o Nickel Plate Business Car 6
o URTX 67806 Ice Cooled Refrigerator Car
o Santa Fe Horse Express Car

WINE, BEER & SPIRITS MARKETPLACE

Come visit our newly remodeled Marketplace and taste award winning beer, wine, olive oil and spirits from our 2017
international competitions. Take one of our many classes and learn how to be your own connoisseur of the finer
things in life. Brewmasters, wine, olive oil judges and mixologists from around the globe will inspire you to expand
your taste buds in the Marketplace. As you stroll through the building, you’ll notice the reminiscent decor of the
celebrated vineyards of Tuscany. Imagine you are visiting a quaint villa a s you sip on that delicious wine or savor the
taste of a unique olive oil. Or maybe you prefer the exquisite taste of spirits or the robust flavor of beer. Whatever
your pleasure, eat, drink & be merry on this trip to old Italy right here in the Marketplace at the Fair.

WONDERLAND: A FLORAL FAIRY TALE - FLOWER & GARDEN BUILDING

Take a trip down the Rabbit Hole and be transported into another dimension in Wonderland: A Floral Fairy Tale! As
soon as you step foot in this exhibit, you will be dwarfed by giant displays paying homage to Lewis Carrol’s
enchanting novel, Alice in Wonderland, with hundreds of beautiful flowers and plants around every corner.

Flowers are featured prominently in the original Alice in Wonderland story, especially in the famous garden scene
where the flora sing to Alice about their lives in “All in the Golden Afternoon.” From bread-and-butterflies kissing
the Tulips to the dizzy Daffodils on the hillside, and strings of Violets all in tune to Morning Glories waking up, the
flowers create a magical world of their own in Wonderland…and will be showcased here in our very own Floral Fairy
Tale. Explore the variety of beautiful blooms that are on display and smell the fragrant scents of the flowers as you
meander through the Flower Building. Learn about Tiger Lilies and Dandelions, Daisies and Pansies, and Sweet Peas
and Blue Bonnets in our beautiful garden that comes to life with sweet smells and vibrant colors. Sunflowers,
Chrysanthemums, Lilacs, Irises…and of course, the elegant Rose, join our family of blooms to create a unique display
that can only be found in Wonderland.

Walk in Alice’s shoes as you take a journey down the path on your way to the Mad Hatter’s Tea Party. Don’t miss
being a part of this living adventure!

THE LOOKING GLASS & BEYOND - THE ATRIUM

Fantasy and flora collide in our new exhibit, The Looking Glass & Beyond. Set aside all logic, as peculiar is the new
norm in this exhibit, where time stands still and flowers spellbind you with their song. Mystery and magic will dazzle
and delight your senses in this new Alice in Wonderland inspired exhibit. Visit with our live woodland creatures, but
beware of our mischievous grinning Cheshire Cat, as you never know which path or bend you will find him hanging
out around. He tends to just appear (or disappear!) in front of your very eyes!

Roses Row, Queen Court and Fancy Flamingos

Walk along Roses Row, where you can find and learn about several different types of native California roses.
Continue along the path and you will enter the Queens Court, where you will discover the Queen’s live Fancy
Flamingos frolicking amongst her garden…though you may want to mind your manners, as the Queen herself and
her Army of Cards are but an arm’s stretch away.

Hedgehog Hideout

Visit Hedgehog Hideout and learn more about the prickly animal the Queen likes to use as her croquet balls.
Observe caterpillars in their natural habitat in Caterpillars Cavern and peer into our Morphing Mirror to see your
reflection and how you, like a caterpillar, can morph into another being.

The Dodo Den

The Dodo Den will feature a display with a variety of birds, including kestrels, parrots, song birds, owls and
touc a nettes .

White Rabbit’s Residence

Follow the Tic Toc Clocks display to the White Rabbit’s Residence, a picturesque dwelling where the White Rabbit
likes to hang out when he isn’t serving on the Queen’s Court or running away from Alice.

Mad Hatter’s Tea Party

The culmination of your journey concludes at the Mad Hatter’s Tea Party, complete with a spectacular table
display with growing cakes and cupcakes made of moss, grass, and dirt, and intricate teacup sculptures that will
definitely get you in the mood to party!

At night this adventure will come alive with lights and sounds that will ama ze and delight your senses.

Classrooms

The Wonderland Stage
Here you can learn how to prune, trim, and shape your hedges to create topiaries that compete with the best
of them! Acquire the skills to make your very our terrarium that allows you to bring your outside garden into
your home. Learn how to pot your very own DIY Flower Teacup centerpieces and create your very own Fairy
Ga rdens .

The Looking Glass Stage

Visit The Looking Glass Stage to watch and learn as our experienced specialists teach you about the majestic
creatures who make up Wonderland with interactive animal talks and hands -on performances throughout the
day. This is your opportunity to become an apprentice and meet our animals and their masters at our daily
meet and greets.

JURASSIC PLANET

The Adventure Continues…

The once fierce dinosaurs of the Mesozoic Era, thought to be extinct long ago, have found a new home at the LA
County Fair. Through careful examination and study, our resident paleontologists have learned how to take what
they know of life forms existing in former geologic periods and incorporate their knowledge to adapt our dinosaurs
to life in the New World.

The sudden emergence of these non-extinct creatures has enabled our experts to create a once-in-a-lifetime
opportunity for a new generation to learn about dinosaurs. To capitalize on this amazing discovery, our
paleontologists have decided to share their findings with the world by creating a unique attraction where guests can
come face to face with giant dinosaurs. Through hands on experiences, interactive attractions, and unique displays,
people of the 21st century now have the unique opportunity to experience something most experts were convinced
would never happen again…living with dinosaurs! Something once thought impossible has now become reality.

Once feared by mankind, our dinosaurs have become domesticated in the New World, and seem quite content to
forage in the outdoor gardens, stretch themselves in the sun, and live among the once hated humans. As a result of
this new dynamic between man and beast, the Jurassic Planet experience allows our guests to experience a thrilling

combination of meaningful hands -on activities and a walking tour through a prehistoric zoo of formerly extinct
dinosaurs.

Of course, they are still wild animals in the deepest sense of the word, so visitors must proceed with caution and
refrain from taunting or upsetting these amazing creatures. Follow the rules and demonstrate good behavior at all
times, as we cannot be held responsible for what danger may occur if you stray off the path or try to touch one of
these majestic animals. Enter at your own risk…

Learn all about the Spinosaurus, Carnotaurus, Iguanodon, Dilophosaurus and many more of these fascinating
creatures as you encounter them along your journey through Jurassic Planet.

There are more than 40 animated Dinosaurs (some reaching at over 14 feet tall!) with special effects, fantastic
lighting at night, hands-on, interactive activities, live animals, paleontologists, stage shows and more.

Interactive/Hands-on Experiences

Participate in a field tent experience that is dressed in an Indiana Jones -style 1930 motif where you can learn
about the history and lore of paleontology from the “Bone Wars” to elaborate expeditions. Try your hand in an
“Operation”-style interactive game where you attempt to extract dinosaur bones from a panel without setting off
an alarm. Check out an interactive game based on an antique truck loaded up for an expedition. Visit the
“dinosaur dig” areas where you can see realistic embedded dinosaur bones. And take part in a high -tech “look
inside the rock” interactive activity where guests “see” fossils inside rocks via a Pepper’s Ghost illusion and learn
about the newest non-invasive technology to reveal fossils without damaging specimens.

The Chamber of Living Dinosaurs

Enter the Chamber of Living Dinosaurs to see a variety of animals who are distant descendants from the dinosaur
family tree, including jumbo lizards, tortoises, armadillo, emu, turkey, alligator, and more.

Show Times:
All Day Fun

The Jurassic Planet Stage

Are you fascinated by the animals displayed in The Chamber of Living Dinosaurs? Then be sure to visit the
Jurassic Planet Stage Show to learn more about these modern da y dinosaur ancestors as our trainers share their
knowledge, teach you interesting facts , and demonstrate the unique traits of these familiar animals and how they
relate to dinosaurs. And don’t miss the emus and turkeys that can be found grazing in the pas ture by the Jurassic
Planet Stage.

Dino Camp

Learn about dinosaurs from real paleontologists, participate in a dinosaur -themed game show, try your hand at
uncovering fossils in a dinosaur dig, and be entertained by Dr. T-Rex as he incorporates real dinosaur puppets into
a fun filled show all about our favorite extinct animal.

The Dinosaur Diary of Dr. T-Rex

Prehistoric fun and laughs happen fast in this action-packed, up-beat, audience interactive show with unexpected
surprises and thrills at every turn. Dr. T-Rex is off-the-wall, wacky and a ton of fun. The messages are powerful
and designed to enhance classroom lessons. Watch Dr. T-Rex harness the imaginations of our guests in a

theatrical performance that portrays real events that occurred during the Age of Dinosaurs, which ended with a

major extinction and the demise of the dinosaurs and many other prehistoric animals. With realistic, life-size
dinosaur puppets, audience participation, museum quality fossils, a multitude of dinosaur facts, amazing acts of
astonishment, a little bit of magic, and a jolt of comic energy, Dr. T-Rex connects with people of all ages so they
can think, talk, and act like real paleontologists.

Show Times: 2, 4:30, 6:30 and 8 PM
Wednesdays and Thursdays: 2, 4:30, 7:30 and 9 PM
Fri da ys :
1, 4, 7:30 and 9 PM
Saturdays and Sunday, Sept 3 1, 4, 7 and 8:30 PM
Sundays and Monday, Sept 4:

Dino Digs

Dino Digs is an interactive Game Show where YOU get to be the contest contestants. Hosted by the brother of a
world-famous paleontologist, Jim Hammond, and his nerdy dinosaur expert, wanna-be side kick Lester Dribbles,
this dynamic duo engages the audience in a variety of dinosaur themed games where participants of all ages
compete to win prizes. Be sure to try your hand at "Pterodactyl Flyer,” where contestants fling foam flyers to the
hungry prehistoric flying predator, or “Dino Toss," where players test their s kill by tossing small dinosaurs into
buckets on a baby brontosaurus back for points. Other games include “Dinosaur Round Up,” where opponents
attempt to ring an 8’ dinosaur neck, and “La Brea Limbo,” a limbo contest between two tall dinosaurs. The
prehistoric party keeps the excitement going with a Dino DJ playing all your favorite dino dance ditties. Become a
skilled paleontologist as you uncover dinosaur bones from long ago in our interactive area. Touch a triceratops
skull. Grab a brush and work side by side with other dinosaur hunters. Pick up a set of calipers and measure the
length of a dinosaur leg bone. Stand in a T-Rex footprint in the dinosaur pit and sit in a nest of dinosaur eggs
where you can hear the roar of a nearby dinosaur in the hatching area.

Attraction Times: 2:30, 7:30 and 8:30 PM
All Day Fun
2:30, 6:30, 8 and 9:30 PM
Stage Show Times: 2:30, 4:30, 6, 8:30 and 9:30 PM
Wednesdays & Thursdays 2:30, 3:30, 5:30, 7:30 and 9 PM
Fri da ys :
Saturdays & Sunday, Sept 4
Sundays & Labor Day

The Paleontologist Stage

Have you ever met a real paleontologist? Well here’s your chance! Come see our stage show featuring our very
own paleontologists from the Natural History Museum and the Raymond M. Alf Museum of Paleontology at the
Webb Schools. Here you’ll have the opportunity to ask questions about the amazing creatures and artifacts they
teach you about in our question and answer portion of this show. You can also learn to be a dinosaur detective as
you watch our skilled paleontologists prepare real dinosaur fossils in our working Fossil Prep Lab.

Stage Show Times:
TBD

Fossil Prep Lab Times:
TBD

MOJO’S WILD & CRAZY LAGOON

Grab your safari hat and imagination and visit Mojo’s Wild & Crazy Lagoon for a look at some of the most interesting
animals from around the world. From birds, reptiles and insects to a menagerie of mammals, you’ll meet a variety of
unique animals that you would not have the opportunity to see anywhere else. Visit our resident capuchin monkey,
Mojo…she is so excited for you to visit her home on Monkey Island and meet all her friends in Mojo’s Wild & Crazy
Lagoon!

Fiona’s Jungle Perch

Duck beneath the vines as you enter the lagoon and be greeted by Mojo’s feathery neighbors in Fiona’s Jungle
Perch. Fiona and her friends of flight are often found chattering amongst themselves, but if you listen closely you
might recognize a word or two. From macaws to parrots to cockatoos, these birds from around the world will
bring beauty and music to your enchanted adventure.

Lemur Lair

Turn onto the trail and encounter lemurs, camels, peacocks, and our friends Barcode and Stripes, the zebras. Did
you know that Madagascar is famous for the lemur? In fact, the lemur can only be found in Madagascar! Explore
Lemur Lair and you will get to see first-hand what makes these monkey-like animals unique. With their pointed
muzzles, large eyes, and bushy tails , you will be delighted to spot the similarities and differences between the
lemur and its distant cousin, the monkey.

Peacock Paradise

Welcome to Peacock Paradise, home of our largest and most colorful feathered friends. One of the peacock’s
most interesting features is its coloring. Can you guess all of the colors that can be represented on the peacock? If
you guessed black, green, blue, gray, red and orange - then you are right! Spend some time in paradise and enjoy
all that the peacock has to offer. If you catch them at the right time you might even get to see a party! Yes , you
read that correctly - groups of these extremely social birds are referred to as parties.

The Grasslands

As you approach The Grasslands you will be greeted by our tallest resident…Stanley the Giraffe! Standing at well
over 12 feet tall and weighing in at over 1,000 pounds , Stanley is not only the tallest mammal in Mojo’s Wild &
Crazy Lagoon, but giraffes in general are the tallest mammals in the world! In fact, did you know that not only are
giraffes tall, but they are pretty fast as well? Yup! A giraffe can run as fast as 35 miles per hour for short distances
and 10 miles an hour over longer distances. In The Grasslands you will also have the opportunity to feed our
spotted Stanley (yes giraffes have spots and no two have the same pattern) his favorite snack – carrots!

Observation Deck

If up close and personal is not your style, visit our Observation Deck, located right above The Grasslands. From the
tops of the trees to the forest floor, you will be able to watch each animal from a deck designed especially for
you.

Spike’s Reptile Territory

Spike’s Reptile Territory is on the horizon, and there is no going back! Come meet the reptiles, where every
animal here has walked, slithered, or waddled their way to meet you. In this encounter, you will have the chance
to touch real reptile armor and feel the thick scales that make these intriguing creatures wonderfully waterproof.

Iggy’s Insect Encounter

From reptiles to insects the journey continues! In Iggy’s Insect Encounter you will meet our creepy crawlers ,
including the huge tarantulas, spiders, centipedes, milli pedes and other insects from around the world that have
traveled the globe to meet you. You can even touch them if you dare!

Monkey Island

Through the trees and surrounded by water, you’ll notice a jungle boat and a long dock with boats and canoes.
Could this be it? Finally! You have found Monkey Island, home to Mojo and her other primate friends.
Watch and learn as they swing through their habitat enjoying their own personal jungle gym. Monkey Island is
also home to the Mojo’s Enchanted Forest Show, where Mojo herself will introduce you to all of her animal
friends and entertain you with her many talents.

Kangaroo Cove

Hopping back onto the path, your next stop is Kangaroo Cove. Did you know that kangaroos are the only large
animals to use hopping as a means of locomotion? In fact, the comfortable hopping speed for some kangaroos is
approximately 13 – 16 miles per hour! That’s fast!

Enchanted Village

Don’t forget to stop by the Enchanted Village where you will encounter a variety of unique animals, in cluding a
Capybara (large rodent), Coatiemundi (cousin to the raccoon), Hairy Armadillo (South African insect eaters),
Binturong (mysterious tree dwellers), and even an African Crested Porcupine. This village allows you to get up
close and personal with these fascinating animals. Knowledgeable wildlife guides will be on hand every day to
answer all your questions and inform you about these exotic creatures.

Dinner Experience

Times will be posted daily to cordially invite you to a dinner experience demonstrating the eating habits of these
unique animals. At our special feeding sessions, you’ll be able to learn about what our animals eat and other
interesting facts about all of our enchanted friends .

QR Codes

Keep your eyes peeled and smart phones handy so you can scan QR codes in every area throughout the lagoon,
where quick facts, extensive descriptions and even video will be at your fingertips!

Zor

Stick around long enough and as the night falls , the twinkling lights in the trees will entice you to our one-of-a-
kind fire show. Here you will find Zor, our resident fire eater, as he incorporates martial arts and dance to create
an exotic one man Fire show that is quite breathtaking and immediately captivates and inspires the audience with
its beauty and showmanship.

Shopping & Attractions

THE MILLARD SHEETS ART CENTER

The annual Art Classic at the Millard Sheets Art Center presents One Path Two Journeys - Judithe Hernández and Patssi
Valdez. The Millard Sheets Art Center is proud to announce that it ha s been selected to participate in Pacific Standard
Time: LA/LA, a far-reaching and ambitious exploration of Latin American and Latino art in dialogue with Los Angeles.
Initiated through grants from the Getty Foundation, Pacific Standard Time: LA/LA takes p lace from September 2017
through January 2018 at more than 60 cultural institutions across Southern California, from Los Angeles to Palm Springs,
and from San Diego to Santa Barbara. Pacific Standard Time is an initiative of the Getty.

Los Four and Asco were two ground-breaking Los Angeles artist collectives speaking out for Mexican-American civil
rights in the 1970s and early 1980s. Their work validated ethnic and cultural practices and campaigned against
discrimination, racism, and exploitation. Their unique public art and bi -cultural style brought Chicano art to the
attention of the mainstream art world. LACMA mounted a major Los Four exhibition in 1974, recognizing the
importance of Chicano Art as a unique school of American art.

When Judithe Hernández (b 1948) joined Los Four and Patssi Valdez (b 1951) co-founded Asco, they were the only
women included in artist groups of that time. Hernández is well -known for her work as a muralist in LA between 1969
and 1982, and is credited with creating some of the earliest feminist work about women’s labor and migrants. Valdez
became known for her avant-garde performance art, installations and photography. Though politically aligned with
their male counterparts during this time of civil disobedience, their work also questioned issues of inequality specific to
Chicana women, such as their assigned role in the home.

Valdez reinvented herself as a painter and both artists went on to enjoy successful solo careers, exhibiting in the United
States, Latin America and Europe and appearing in both private and public collections. Their mature bodies of work place
Hernández and Valdez firmly among the finest Latina artists of their generation. “They have repeatedly pushed beyond
proscribed limits of society and culture to create art of enormous power in voices that are uniquely their own,” said
curator Lugene Whitley. “It’s wonderful to bring these two artists together for the first time in an exhibition. They both
grew up in East Los Angeles, received degrees at Oti s Art Institute, and shared similar political agendas around race and
gender during the civil rights movement, but their paths seldom crossed.”
One Path Two Journeys will present a visual dialogue of their recent and new works, including a collaborative
installation. Whether through the brilliant colors and patterns of movement in the work of Valdez or the richly
representative pastels of Hernández, visitors will experience the powerful, personal, defiant and intimate in the
aesthetic evolution of these two artists.

AUTO ALLEY

Stop by and check out the amazing classic cars on display in Auto Alley. A variety of different cars debut in our Fair
parades each day and then proceed to Auto Alley where they park to provide our guests the opportunity to view
these rare vehicles up close and personal. Enjoy the American Graffiti music and auto décor and atmosphere as you
cruise around and check out the best of the best in cars. Auto Alley is a dream come true for any true car lover at the
Fa i r.

THE NATIONAL HOT ROD ASSOCIATION (NHRA) MOTORSPORTS MUSEUM

The Wally Parks NHRA Motorsports Museum, presented by the Automobile Club of Southern California , long a
dream of NHRA founder Wally Parks, opened to the public April 4, 1998, after years of planning and months of
hard work cataloging and arranging the exhibit. Housed in a 28,500 -square-foot building on the edge of the
historic Los Angeles County Fairplex, the Wally Parks NHRA Motorsports Museum's miss ion is to celebrate the impact
of motorsports on our culture. We collect, preserve, exhibit and interpret the vehicles, stories, and artifacts that
represent our affection for, and the influence of, automotive speed and style in all its forms. We are the p lace to
view and learn about hot rods, customs, racecars and speed records, and the West Coast's role as the historic center
for their past and present development.

The Museum features an impressive array of vintage and historical racing vehicles –- nearly 50 at the Grand Opening,
and significantly grown to date-- along with photographs, trophies, helmets and driving uniforms, artifacts, paintings,
and other memorabilia chronicling more than 60 years of American motorsports. A newly renovated gift shop off ers
a wide variety of souvenir items, books and apparel. Be sure to stop by and visit this wonderful museum during your
trip to the LA County Fair.

COMMUNITY PARADES

Please join us every day of the Fair as we honor our local communities and organizations with a grand parade
dedicated especially for them! Each weekday parade will highlight individual communities and their local heroes,
organizations and businesses. The communities of Pomona, San Dimas, La Verne, Claremont, Chino, Chino Hills,
Diamond Bar, Glendora, and Upland are featured as our closest neighbors, with other communities including Covina,
San Bernardino, Eastvale, Ontario, West Covina, Walnut, Fontana, Montclair, Whittier, Azusa and Rancho Cucamonga
being recognized as well. In addition, there are several parades that celebrate local counties, including LA, San
Bernardino and Riverside, and local colleges such as Cal Poly Pomona, by giving them their own special Fair Day . And
don’t forget our themed parades celebrating Mexican Independence Day and America the Beautiful. Each parade
consists of a variety of elements such as the Fair neighborhoods, high school bands, dignitaries, entertainment,
classic cars, floats, and much more. And of course…BEADS, BEADS, BEADS!

THE THEATRE (Expo Hall 4)

Step right up to one of the most unique stage shows on our grounds. Here you will find yourself on the edge of your
seat while watching the death defying stunts performed by Chinese Acrobats as they leap, dance and contort their
bodies in the most unusual ways! And be sure to check out the amazing talents of our local performance groups as
they sing, cheer, demonstrate, play and dance their way into your hearts.

Chinese Circus of Beijing

The Chinese Circus of Beijing show offers more than a glimpse into the fascinating Orient – it consists of
sensational Chinese acrobats, balancing feats, and martial arts that are so truly unbelievable that audiences are
transported by these incredible performers to a place where anything is possible, and illusion becomes reality.

Show Times: 1:30, 4:30 and 8:30 PM
Wednes da ys : 1:30, 4:30 and 9 PM
Thurs da ys : 12:30, 3:30, 5, 7, 8:30 and 10 PM
Fri da ys :
Saturdays & Sunday, Sept 3: 1, 4, 7 and 9 PM
Sundays & Monday, Sept 4: 1, 4, 6:30 and 8:30 PM

Local Community Talent

Most people dream, at some point in their life, of being a star on the stage and performing in front of a live
audience. Well, for those who feel this way, this is their chance to sparkle! Every day at The Theatre, local dance
studios, performing groups and school bands, both young and old, embrace the opportunity to show their talent
to the world in a variety of entertainment styles. From dance groups expressing themselves through jazz, tap,
ballet, belly dancing, and square dancing to school bands playing instruments in their jazz or wind ensembles, and
from Karate and Tae Kwon Do demonstrators kicking their way across the stage to cheerleaders jumping, dancing
and yelling, these local performers can be found at The Theatre every day throughout the day. Be sure to stop by
and support our local performers as they step out on stage and shine!

Senior Ballroom Dance Competition

Put on your dancing shoes and make your way over to The Theatre on Wednesday, September 6 for our annual
Senior Ballroom Dance Competition. Every year, our most enthusiastic senior dancers compete for prizes in 1 st,
2nd, and 3rd place as they dance across the stage demonstrating the skills of the waltz, foxtrot, swing, cha -cha,
tango, and rhumba. No pre-registration is required…all you need to do is show up and you’re in! So whether you
are a modern day Fred Astaire or have two left feet, come join us to dance or cheer on your favorite couple. The

point of this contest is to have FUN!

AMERICA’S KIDS (Expo Hall 5)

Where can an average kid train a dragon, tiny people live in a mouse-sized home, or a super hero wear underpants
and a red cape? On the pages of a book, of course…where anything is possible! Step through the doors of America’s
Kids’ Adventures in Literature, and you’ll step into a world where imagination is king, learning is fun, and you are the
main character.

Rediscover centuries old classics Swiss Family Robinson and Treasure Island as you learn about real -life castaways,
make some pirate-inspired crafts, stand under the mast of a ship, or marvel at the treasure chests made by kids from
all over Southern California. Help us celebrate the works of Eric Carle with a colorful paper collage. Explore the
fictional worlds of daring dragons, fluffy bunnies, and silly superheroes with hands-on activities about wonderful
stories and unforgettable characters. You just might be inspired to write your own great adventure, or maybe even
the stories of everyday life…just like the Diary of a Wimpy Kid.

Get in on the fun and tradition of America’s Kids, LA County Fair’s creative and educational competitions for kids
from pre-school through high school. See over 8,000 entries from talented students throughout California. From
coloring page contests to collections to dioramas, students have worked hard on these projects and earned ribbons
to prove it!

Check out the all-new 2017 “Adventures in Literature”-themed craft competitions such as Treasure Chests, Sock
Bunnies, Castaway Creations, Superhero Posters, Pinecone Critters, Bunny Decorating, Dragons, Treasure Maps, or
Borrowed Belongings. More of a traditionalist? Our classic competitions such as Art, Photography, Sewing, Science,
Hobby Collections, Quilting, Needlework, Woodworking, Drafting, and Creative Writing are always pop ular…and so
much fun! We’ve even added a new “selfie” photography competition this year!

Costumed characters, fun and colorful props, and giant bookcases filled with your favorite titles remind kids and
adults of all ages just how magically the words a nd images on the pages of a book can take us anyplace we want to
go!

THE LAND OF FROGS, PRINCESSES & KNIGHTS

Escape into a land of frogs, princesses, and knights and let your imagination run wild as you embark on a journey to a
place full of wonder and magical allure, where princesses reign, knight’s fight for honor, and fairytales are born.

Knight School

In Medieval Times, you had to be the son of a noble or achieve valor in combat to earn the honored title of being
a knight, but not here at the LA County Fair! Attend our Knight School and you too can learn the trade and
become a knight of the Royal Court. Learn the differences between a page, squire and knight. Master the correct
form when wielding a sword in battle. Once you have successfully completed the various skill challenges, dress up
as the knight of your choice for the culmination of the knighthood ceremony

Princess Castle

Let your inner princess reign in our Princess Castle just for little kids. Model your favorite princess dress to your
adoring fans, cultivate your artistic abilities and try your hand at creating a masterpiece on our drawing easel s or
color until your heart is content. Practice your culinary skills in our pint-size castle kitchen and visit with real
knights. Take a picture with royalty’s favorite mode of transportation – a luxurious carriage. As you can see, this
is a place you won’t want to miss!

LEGO CITY AND LEGO BUILD

Tap into your creative side and explore a world of fun and creativity with the world’s most popular toy – LEGO! From
bricks, gears, props and mini -figures in a wide variety of colors, to a variety of other pieces that can be assembled to

create almost anything imaginable, this toy is a popular choice for both boys and girls of all ages. Cars, buildings ,
castles, spaceships, pirate ships, sculptures and so much more are just a few of the amazing things that you can build
in this exhibit during the Fair. Don’t forget to check out the entries that kids from all over Southern California have
entered into our Lego competition and learn how you can be part of next year’s Fair. It’s a construction dream come
true!

THE IGLOO

Ice Skating, Shopping & Fun

Baby, it’s cold INSIDE! That’s right! It may be a hot day in September out in the real world, but inside THE IGLOO,
the temperature is really quite chilly! Take a break from the heat and escape to our newest attraction, THE IGLOO,
where you can skate, shop and hibernate from the heat of the day.

Visit the POLAR ICE RINK where guests of all ages can glide a round a real 4100 square feet ice skating rink. For just
$5, visitors can rent skates and spin around on the ice. Don’t know how to skate? Never fear…Bobby, a seal shaped
skating aide, will help you get on your feet and glide across the ice with ease.

Grab your friends and head over to the PENGUIN RUN, where you can experience the thrill of sledding down an icy
slide. Who says you have to go to the mountains to enjoy the perks of a wintery day?

Beginning at 6pm each night, come dance with us on ice while listening to today’s “coolest” hits with our house
Master of Music – DJ COOL.

Stroll through the ARCTIC PROMENADE to see and purchase a variety of unique products that can only be found in
THE IGLOO.

So, lace up your skates and hit the ice, shop to your heart’s content, or just chill out in our newest magical experience
for all – THE IGLOO.

THE MAGICAL WORLD OF DRAGONS, WIZARDS AND BEASTS

Step into a realm of fantasy and imagination and experience The Magical World of Dragons, Wizards & Beasts . If you
are a movie fan of such notable stories as the Harry Potter series, Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them, and
Beauty and the Beast, then this is the attraction for YOU! Participate in hands -on interactive experiences, meet
knights and wizards, interact with live action dragons, visit the Living Dragons Den, and see a display of Harry Potter
posters from the famous movie franchise. Visit the dragon perches and engage in the interactive devises, watch pop
culture references to Harry Potter, Games of Thrones, and Beauty and the Beast, take your picture with a How to
Train Your Dragon interactive photo opportunity, and so much more when you enter through our castle into an
imaginary world.

Join a modern day wizard as he guides you through the mysterious, magnificent and mesmerizing Magical World of
Dragons, Wizards and Beasts . Jim Cogan is Merlogan, the tale spinning wizard whose stories will engage you through all
the exciting adventures this attraction promises. Fearlessly go where few have gone before - into a realm where some of
the most fantastic creatures ever imagined have roamed for centuries. In the hands of the Master Wizard, we experience
face to face encounters and hear storied legends and tales of this excitingly educational world o f wonder and awe.

The Living Dragons Den will feature a display of real live animals, including Drako Dragon Lizards, Platted Dragons,
Bearded Dragons, Frilled Dragons, Water Dragons and more. These unique creatures will all be housed in cool
enclosures and wizards will be on hand to teach you all about these magical beings.

Are you brave enough to accept the Wizard’s Challenge? This attraction is a fantasy world where science comes to
life and where participants can have fun while learning about science through magical and medieval themed displays.

Dozens of interactive displays and stations offer a huge variety of challenges and experiences and makes science and
learning so much fun, that friends and families will have trouble tearing themselves away from this amazing exhibit.

Following is a list of the displays and how they fit into STEM and/or STEAM. At the end of each title, there are initials
designating which category the displays represents.

Rube Goldberg/Kinetic Sculpture (STEA):

This machine get its energy from the balls, which each contain plenty of potential energy at the top of the track.
Every time you hear a chime or other sound inside the machine, some potential energy has been converted to
sound energy. When pendulums start swinging or objects are moved, you know that some energy has been
converted to mechanical energy. At one point a ball drops several feet, bounces off a steel plate, and then flies
through the air into a basket. Here, you have witnessed the ball’s potential energy being dramatically converted
to the kinetic energy of motion. When the ball hits the steel plate, you hear sound energy being produced, and
are unaware of the best energy (friction) being produced. As the ball shoots back into the air, its kinetic energy is
converted once again into potential energy.

Dragon’s Lair/Spinning Tunnel (STEA):

The engineering and art in this incredible dragon and spinning tunnel illustrates optical illusion which is achieved
with the 20 foot spinning tube and ultraviolet lights. Even though you are walking on a nonmoving walkway, your
brain “reads” your surroundings and sends a message telling you that you are spinning. The illusion causes many
to walk in a tilted/leaning fashion.

Dexterity Testers (STE):

We use our hands to play flamenco guitar, crochet a sweater, and grip a baseball. Research says that one
rapidly mutating genetic sequence may be part of the key to our tool-wielding prowess, upright gait, and more.
The changing sequence, HACNS1, is present and stable in many vertebrate species. Give your hand(s) a try and
see if you can maneuver the rod from one end to the other end without setting off the buzzer.

Hatchet/Balance Beam (STE):

Your body has many ways to help you stay balanced. One of the most important ways is with the help of our
inner ear. A fluid in your ear brushes against very tiny hairs as you move your body around. Your brain keeps
track of this motion and uses the information to figure out what position your body is in. You can trick your brain
by spinning in circles for several seconds. When you stop spinning, this fluid continues to spin for a few
moments, and your brain thinks that you are still spinning. This strange sensation is called being “dizzy.”

Captured Lightning/Plasma Spheres (STEA):

Farmers will tell you that lightning is never welcome around their crops. However , lightning is actually very
important to farmers if they want their crops to grow well. When lightning flashes across the sky, it ionizes the
air and produces nitrogen oxide which is a very important fertilizer. Almost 50% of the useable nitrogen in our
environment comes from lightning. The lightning in these spheres is made of pure electricity, just like real
lightning. As the electricity leaps through the gas inside the spheres, it causes it to glow. This allows you to see
each path that the electricity takes. The electricity constantly hunts for the easiest path back to the earth. When
you place your hand on the glass, your skin provides this path. The electricity will leap to your hand and flow
silently down to the earth.

Cannon/Bernoulli Blower (STEAM):

Try moving the air stream to a sharp angle without causing the ball to fall down. Did you notice that the ball
seems to follow the air stream no matter what direction it moves? Also, did you notice that when the air stream is
at a steep angle, the ball seems to sit under the stream of air? That’s because the ball is being held in place by
the “Bernoulli effect” which is named after the scientist who discovered it. Bernoulli figured out that fast moving

air will “suck” things toward it. The ball in this display is being held up in the air because it is being “sucked”
towards the fast moving air coming from the blower. Bernoulli figured out that this is what makes birds and
airplanes fly. The curved top of a wing causes air to move very rapidly as it passes over the surface. This fast
moving air causes the wing to be “sucked” upward.

Who’s the Fairest of Them All/Morphing Mirror (STEA):

This looks like an ordinary mirror. However, adjust the light and have someone sit across from you and your
facial features morph. Two-way mirrors are used in showrooms and buildings for surveillance purposes. Two-way
mirrors are also used to create an Infinity Light effect.

Puzzle Stations (SM):

The object of these five and six piece large 3D puzzles is to make a circle, square, or cube. This involves
symmetry, the exact mathematical “patterned self-similarity.” This is achieved through geometric transformations
using scaling, reflection, and rotation. It is a challenge in three-dimensional thinking and logical deduction.

Nail Wall (SEAM):

The principals of mathematical topography are illustrated in a three-dimensional way with an enormous wall of
nails. Kids can create a topographical map of their hand, body, face, or an object they may be carrying (cup, hat,
purs e).

Target & Arrow/Hang Time (STEA):

Science was used in creating this one-of-kind display using technology and engineering to test a person’s physical
stamina. And, to add to the fun, the “overall time” is reset every day to see whose time is the best/longest.

Common Scents/Pete the Dragon (S):

Your nose has the amazing ability to detect tiny traces of molecules in the air around you. It then sends this
information to your brain which causes you to “experience” a smell or aroma. Your brain uses smell to help you
“see” things which the eye can’t. For example, you can detect danger such as fire, sources of food, the presence of
water, and much more. Your sense of smell also allows you to taste your food. A simple smell will often
trigger long forgotten memories. It can even trigger strong emotional responses such as excitement, loving
feelings, or even sadness.

Music Section

What does STEAM and music have in common? In 2009, The NSF (National Science Foundation) explored the answer
to Music Instinct: Science & Song. Experts in the field of neuroscience, psychology, biology, physiology, physics, and
education worked alongside musicians to unravel the mysteries of music and to help scientists understand music:
it’s basic structure, it’s biological, emotional and psychological effect on humans and the brain, and it’s healing and
altering potential. Music helps scientists understand complex functions of the brain and opens up treatments for
patients who are recovering from strokes or suffering with Parkinson's. Research even suggests that music may alter
the structure of the brain.

Helmets/Percussion Station (STE):

Tap each drum pad and see what happens. How does the computer know when you tap each pad? Beneath the
surface of each pad is a mineral known as “quartz.” If you tap or hit quartz, it produces a small amount of
electricity. The harder you tap, the more electricity is produced. The computer senses this electricity and
responds by creating various sound effects. This unusual property of quartz is used in a lot of devices around
you. Musical birthday cards and computers use this effect to play a tune or make other sounds. Quartz can also be
used to sense small vibrations such as earthquakes or someone trying to break glass to get into a building.

Sound Wall (STM):

Light, electrical sensors, and you (your body, hand, arm, foot, or leg) come together to turn your dance into a
musical note or song.

Barrels/Steel Drums (STM):

Sound, dexterity, quickness, knowledge, and memory are used as you play a note or sequence of notes to tap out
a song.

PLAZA DE LAS AMERICAS

Come explore the many cultures that Plaza de las Americas has to offer! Enjoy a variety of cultural performances by
local community performance groups during the weekend days and party with energetic and authentic bands at
night. Shop our Plaza Village where merchants from all around the region reflect traditional art, crafts, and clothing
from many different Latin American cultures.

Plaza de las Americas Stage

Watch on as colorful skirts, hats, and props spin their way around the stage in our traditional folkloric dance
shows. Listen as Cumbia music fills the air and delights the crowd. Dance to the beat of the mariachi bands and
swing around the dance floor to Salsa music. It’s a fiesta all Fair long!

Local Community Talent

Enjoy the talents of our local Latin community groups while watching authentic ballet folklorico performances
and listening to talented Mariachi bands all day long on Sept 1-4, 9-10, and 23-24.

Live Latin Bands

Listen to a wide variety of Latin style music including Salsa, Cumbia, Mariachi, Latin Pop, and Latin Rock each
evening throughout the Fair.

Mambop 7, 8:30, 10 & 11 PM
Friday & Saturday, Sept 1-2
7, 8:30, 10 & 11 PM
Chino Espinoza Y Los Duenos Del Son 6:30, 7:30, 8:30 & 9:30 PM
Sunday, Sept 3
Monday, Sept 4 6:30, 7:30, 8:30 & 9:30 PM
6:30, 7:30, 9 & 10 PM
Fusion Latina
Wednesday, Sept 6 7, 8:30, 10 & 11 PM
Thursday, Sept 7
6:30, 7:30, 8:30 & 9:30 PM
Sonsoles
Friday & Saturday, Sept 8-9 6:30, 7:30, 8:30 & 9:30 PM
6:30, 7:30, 9:00 & 10 PM
TBD
Sunday, Sept 10 7, 8:30, 10 & 11 PM

El Sonido Callejero
Wednesday, Sept 13
Thursday, Sept 14

TBD
Friday, Sept 15

Karaokefest 2017 All Day Fun
Saturday, Sept 16
6:30, 7:30, 8:30 & 9:30 PM
TBD 6:30, 7:30, 8:30 & 9:30 PM
Sunday, Sept 17 6:30, 7:30, 9 & 10 PM
7, 8:30, 10 & 11 PM
TBD 6:30, 7:30, 8:30 & 9:30 PM
Wednesday, Sept 20
Thursday, Sept 21

BombaChante
Friday and Saturday, Sept 22-23

Mariachi Relampago
Sunday, Sept 24

Kid’s Zone

GARDEN RAILROAD

The First Transcontinental Railroad in the United States was built in the 1860s, linking the well -developed railway
network of the Eastern coast with rapidly growing California. Did you know that our miniature railroad has been a
Fair exhibit since 1924 and tell s the story of how the trains helped to form the great state of California?

The miniature railroad began as a simple diorama at the 1924 Los Angeles County Fair and was intended to provide
public awareness and interest in the development of the Puddingstone Reservoir and Recreation Area. The Pacific
Electric Railway was also interested in the public’s reaction and the potential of a passenger trolley schedule from Los
Angeles to the Pomona area on weekends.

First established in 1924 and moved to its present location in 1935, it was a unique example of craftsmanship
utilizing hand-made replicas of real railroad operating equipment, much of which were built by local high school
students. Now this attraction, which has more than 30 individual operations running at one time, is maintained and
operated by year-round dedicated volunteers and is one of the largest public garden railroads in the U.S. with over
10,000 feet of operating track! The various trains and trolleys operate past several scenes depicting California
history from the 1850s to present day, and wander through the mountains, over the lakes and streams, and through
the gardens.

The Fairplex Garden Rai lroad has been featured on Public Broadcasting System (PBS) television and in the hobby
magazine Garden Railways, as well as many international publications in England and Europe.

The Farm

THE FARM AT FAIRPLEX

Our produce is definitely the ‘real thing.’ This is where we combine learning, growing, and sustaining in one area to
create The Farm. Farm fresh cuisine is all around; all of the fruits and vegetables grown in The Farm are used as
ingredients at McKinley’s Grille, offering a perfect blend of Southern California style and casual sophistication in a
warm, inviting atmosphere. McKinley’s Grille is located in the Sheraton Fairplex Hotel & Conference Center on the
Fairplex Campus.

Be sure to visit our animal families in The Farm, where you can meet not only real animals, but our mascots,
Thummer, Daisy, and Lily, in their very own farmhouse.

Don’t miss all the unique hands -on agricultural adventures for guests of all ages every day in the Big Red Barn and
throughout The Farm and the Gardens.

The Big Red Barn

We have added a plethora of new interactive activities in the barn, including stage shows with our very own
cowboy Sky Shivers and his ranch hands. Mosey on over to our Rawhide Dude Ranch, where you can learn about
life on a ranch, make your own rope, lasso a cow, ride on our rocking horses, and visit with our resident horse
Copper and her friends.

Sky and Friends

What’s small, cute, and cuddly? Our baby farm animals! Come meet Sky, our go-to Farmer who will teach you
all you could ever want to know about these little barnyard beings. The “Sky’s” the limit in this interactive
baby farm show. Do you have a question about your favorite animal in the Big Red Barn ? In Zuckerman’s
Nursery, the ranch hands are busy taking care of all the baby animal s. Who can resist the sight of cute babies -
especially when they are four-legged!

Max’s Wild West Wildlife Show

Come meet our knowledgeable trail boss Betsy as she teaches us about the animals you might not think about
that live on a farm, like Gizmo, the barn owl and friends.

Dairy Goat Barn & Pasture

Have you ever wanted to milk a goat? Visit the Dairy Goat Barn where you can milk a goat and see a variety of
breeds in this fun and educational exhibit and show. Goat milking demonstrations are scheduled throughout
the day.

The Little Red Hen “Chicken Coop & Hatchery”

Visitors to the Big Red Barn can witness baby chicks’ hatch every day. As the Fair progresses, the display will
slowly fill up with chicks from one day old to 19 days old.

Farm House Friends Petting Barn

The Big Red Barn ® features one of the largest free petting barnyards anywhere! We have partnered with Broc
Sandelin, the Professor & Chair of the Department of Animal & Veterinary Science at Huntley College of
Agriculture, California State Polytechnic University, Pomona, to head up this program. Our Farm House Friends
Petting Barn will be full of gentle animals raised specifically for this program. Partnering with Cal Poly Pomona
gives us the opportunity to bring students and educators wi th a passion for agriculture here to the Fair, and
give them hands-on experience in their field of study. In preparation for the Fair, the University will be
purchasing and raising the Farm House Friends animals as well as the cows who will be giving birth in the Big
Red Barn ® during the Fair. All animals will be cared for at Cal Poly until it is time for them to enjoy their new
home in the Petting Barn. This incredible opportunity will allow for both the students and animals to become
comfortable with one another prior to the Fair, and in turn will ensure that our animals are ready to meet our
fa i rgues ts .

The NEW Little Red Barn

Whoever said that bigger is better has clearly never been to our Little Red Barn! An offshoot from the Big Red
Barn, the Little Red Barn features…you guessed it, miniature animals! But don’t underestimate these pint-sized
creatures, as they have larger than life personalities! Come meet Sugar & Spice, our Falabella miniature horses,
who are great neigh-bors to all the other barn animals! These neighbors include micro pigs, Dexter cows, Pygmy
goats, Babydoll sheep, miniature mules, and much, much more.

Milking Parlor & Moo Market

The Dairy Barn is home to the Milking Parlor, The Dairy Education Center, The Dairy Products and Produc er’s
Competition, The Milk Carton, Moo Market, and The Cow That Jumped over the Moon. See different breeds of
dairy cattle. Learn about the Dairy Industry and the milking process, beginning with how cows are milked, how
the milk is processed, and then complete your experience by purchasing a bottle of milk to taste the end result.
You may even get the chance to make cheese, butter and ice cream in one of our workshops with Aunt Cindi and
Uncle Bob.

Daisy’s Education Barns

In the Milking Parlor, you will learn where milk comes from as you watch the cows milked the old-fashioned
way. The Los Angeles International Dairy Products Competition will display all the winners in ice cream, gelato,
cheese, butter, yogurt, and more. Moo Market is the place to buy white and chocolate milk.

Uncle Bob’s Curds & Whey Barn

Learn how to make ice cream, butter, cottage cheese, and cream cheese – the old-fashioned way - with Aunt
Cindi & Uncle Bob.

Cindi’s Millinery Barn

Cindi’s Millinery Barn is where you will learn how to make vintage hats using the original techniques from long
ago.

Farmer For A Day

Experience what it’s like to be a Farmer For A Day and try your hand at planting seeds, petting a sheep, learning
about chickens, picking fruit from a tree, harvesting corn, selling commodities for play money, and then taking
that money to the market to buy groceries. It’s a Farmer to Consumer experience you can’t get anywhere else
except at Lily’s Grocery Store at the LA County Fair.

Lily’s Grocery Store

In this interactive exhibit, children get the chance to go shopping for produce, cereal, and other food groups
that would be grown on a farm, all with a kids’ size shopping cart!

Equine

Visit with our horses and learn all about these beautiful animals. Did you know that horses are ungulates –
mammals with hooves? Due to domestication, they are found all over the world. There are more than 400
different breeds of horses. They can be as big at 69 inches from hoof to shoulder and weigh as much as 2,200
pounds, or be as small as 30 inches from hoof to shoulder and weigh only 120 pounds. These super social animals
live in groups called herds and in the wild will live in herds that consist of three to 20 horses.

Barnyard Racers Pig Racing

Come see the fastest racing pigs in North America while they race snout to snout and slab to slab as they streak
down the “ham stretch” to reach their ultimate goal – an OREO cookie.

The NEW Bug Barn - Bugs: "The Good, The Bad and The Yummy"

What’s a great food source that is low overhea d and a sustainable protein source for the world? Bugs! This brand
new exhibit is all that and a bag of insect protein chips! Kids love them, adults are creepily fascinated by them,
and it continues to be a topic that bugs people out! Bugs play an important role in our ecosystem and benefit
humans in so many different ways.

Chef Cricket’s Culinary Kitchen & Bug Tasting Bar

Don’t miss all the exotic culinary creations from our official Bug Chef, Cricket. On this unique menu you will
find Cricket Tacos, Chirper Chip Cookies and Critter Trail Mix. Grab a seat and watch our amazing chefs
incorporate bugs into their dishes —and sample some of their exotic creations at Bug Bytes, our very own Bug
Tasting Bar.

Bug Bites - Bug Tasting Bar

This is the place to taste Bamboo Worms, Salted Grasshoppers, Bug Kebabs, Chocolate Beetles , Honey
Mustard Crickets, and other unique recipes from our chef. Try the bug sampler plate and earn your very own
button that says “I Tasted A Bug!” so you can show it off to all your s queamish friends. Visit our virtual
classrooms where you can watch educational videos that demonstrate Entomophagy, or in layman’s terms,
the human use of insects as food.

Creepy Crawler Shows

Our bug experts will teach you all about the wacky world of these amazing creatures. Learn about their
habitats, their daily diets, who to fear and not, and which one pairs best with your favorite food.

Crate Label Museum

The rich early history of the Pomona Valley is brought to life through our uni que Crate Label Museum. The Citrus
Packing Industry was the cornerstone of local economies throughout much of Southern California. Vintage labels
and artifacts from our local communities of La Verne, Pomona, Glendora, Upland, and the Inland Empire are
showcased in this artistic and educational exhibit.

One Man Wild West Show

Don’t miss out on the trick roping, whip cracking extraordinaire! Watch in awe as Loop, our five time, award
winning cowboy captivates the crowds with his signature routines that reflect his showmanship at its best. Oh,
and did we mention the show culminates with the whips being set of fire? It’s a scorching sight for sure!

Kickin Country Stage

Howdy folks! It’s time to grab your cowboy hat, put on your dancing boots, and saunter on over to the Kickin’
Country Stage for some boot-scootin’, thigh-slappin’, heel-kickin’ fun with the best country music bands around.

Gold Rush Country 6:30, 7:30, 8:30 & 9:45 PM
Friday-Sunday, Sept 1-3 5, 6, 7:30 and 8:30 PM
Monday, Sept 4

Blontourage 5, 6, 7:30 and 8:30 PM
6:30, 7:30, 8:30 & 9:45 PM
Wednesday & Thursday, Sept 6-7 5, 6, 7:30 and 8:30 PM
Friday & Saturday, Sept 8-9
Sunday, Sept 10

Honky Tonk Boombox 5, 6, 7:30 and 8:30 PM
6:30, 7:30, 8:30 & 9:45 PM
Wednesday & Thursday, Sept 13-14 5, 6, 7:30 and 8:30 PM
Friday & Saturday, Sept 15-16
Sunday, Sept 17

Auburn Road 5, 6, 7:30 and 8:30 PM
Wednesday & Thursday, Sept 20-21 6:30, 7:30, 8:30 & 9:45 PM
Friday & Saturday, Sept 22-23 5, 6, 7:30 and 8:30 PM
Sunday, Sept 24

America’s Kids Agricultural Exhibits

Come see all of the agricultural exhibits entered into competition, including the largest pumpkin, the cutest
scarecrow, the smallest sunflower, a plethora of vegetables grown by our youngest farmers, and everything in
between.

Miss McGregor’s Garden of Rabbits

A large number of rabbit breeds will be on display in many shapes and sizes. Watch them hop, jump and chase
each other in their oversized gardens. Don’t forget to stop by and see if you can find Peter Rabbit amongst all the
carrots growing in the garden.

Chicken Coop Village

Come and visit a village with all of our unique chicken coops and learn how to raise chickens in your own
backyard! Did you know that there are 65 different breeds of chickens and you can see over 25 of those breeds

here at the LA County Fair? So flock to the farm and explore these feathered friends in the Chicken Coop Village.
They will be waiting for you.

Thummer, Daisy and Lily’s Farmhouse

Our official Fair mascots – Thummer, Lily and Daisy – welcome you to The Farm and invite you to visit with them
in their very own farmhouse. Give Thummer a high-five, hug Daisy, or play pat-a-cake with Lily…and don’t forget
to have your picture taken with our loveable friends so your special memory with them can be cher ished forever.

HERITAGE MISSION

Get a glimpse of what life was like growing up in the early days of settlers in this newly remodeled exhibit in The
Farm. Learn about California’s history as you go back in time in this interactive exhibit filled with some of the most
beloved professions of our past. Visit with the blacksmith, leather maker and reenactors of days gone by.

The Mission

In the Mission you can make a rag doll, ask questions about the good old days, watch the leather maker, learn to
make soap, visit with the blacksmith, learn about kitchen gadgets, and weave a basket. Don’t forget to visit with
the historical characters as they tell you all about the missions of California and the importance that they played
in our history.

The Little Red School House

Come visit the Little Red School House, nestled beneath the trees. Experience what it was like to go to a one-
room school house 100 years ago with all grades in one room with only one teacher.

Wagon Train Dolls

For a small fee you can take part in this hands-on activity that has become a “must do” for many Fairgoers.
Learn how our pioneers never wasted anything.

The Blacksmith Shop

Just follow the anvil-ringing sound to watch, visit and learn about this unique art form. Our expert Alex wil l
explain how tools were forged in the 1800’s and will tell you about the life and art of blacksmithing.

The Leather Shop

Visit the leather shop and learn all about this versatile material! Our resident leather maker David will teach
you how saddles and reins are made for our cowboy’s best friends, the horses.

Soap Maker

Soap making is a homestead skill often forgotten in discussions of colonial days and is rarely practiced today,
except for here at the LA County Fair of course! Join our resident soap maker as she demonstrates how to
take simple products like distilled water, food grade lye, and a variety of oils, and transform them into
beautiful bars of soap. You can even purchase a homemade bar of soap here and try it at home!

Basket Weaver

Basket weaving is one of the oldest and widest spread crafts in the history of human civilization, but one rarely
practiced in today’s society. Learn about the art of basketry and the various weaving techniques, processes
and materials used to make them while li stening to our basket weaver tell stories about the history of this
ancient art practice.

Don’t forget to buzz on over to meet the Bee Keepers in the Bee Barn and then stroll on over to the exhibits
supplied by the Los Angeles County Department of Weights & Measure in their very own Agricultural Barn in the
Farm.

Grandstand

ESMERALDA’S TRAVELING CIRCUS

Come visit Esmeralda’s on the Farm Road (right off Broadway)!

Ladies and gentlemen, boys and girls, children of all ages…welcome to Esmeralda’s Traveling Circus Extravaganza!
There are lots of new acts, entertainment, interactive fun and thrills to keep you busy during your visit to our circus
this year.

Le Cirque Aerial Arts

Bonjour! Step right up and behold one of the most dangerous feats of skill a nd daring, the crème de la crème, the
incredible, the remarkable…trapèze volant! Voila! Gape in amazement as aerial acrobats demonstrate their
astonishing mid-air tricks to the thundering crowd below. You’ll feel as though you were in the audience at a
cabaret at the famous Moulin Rouge! C’est la vie!

Barnaby’s Circus School

Learn the skills to juggle like a pro with scarves, balls, clubs, rings…the world is your oyster when it comes to the
juggling tools of your choice. You can come back and learn a new trick every week! Have you ever wondered what
you would look like if you were a little shorter, a tiny bit thinner? Then step right over to this corner and behold
our magical mirror! Don’t worry, you didn’t suddenly grow a second head or eat too many deep-fried Twinkies
today.

The Side Show

In this corner, we have Hercules the Giant Horse. At 6’6” and weighing in at over 3,000 pounds, this majestic four -
legged horse is a sight to behold! And don’t forget to see his colossal sidekick, White Mountain – the 6’8” Giant
Steer! And at just 23” tall, fall in love with Tiny Time, the adorable Miniature Horse. (small fee)

Vernardos in Oz

Join Dorothy and her friends on a journey down the Yellow Brick Road… to VENARDOS CIRCUS! Inspired by L.
Frank Baum’s beloved tale, this Wizard of Oz themed magical production features aerial acrobatics, feats of
balance and skill, comedy magic, diabolical dare-deviltry, and the unique musical -theatre magic Venardos does
best. This show leaves the audience feeling amazed and i nspired that even today, “somewhere over the rainbow,
dreams really do come true.”

Cirque Mechanics

Never before has so much circus been presented in such a dynamic and portable spectacle! This unique and
amazing show allows for up close and personal viewing experiences, all while showcasing the relationship
between man and machine through multiple aerial and grounds acts, including contortion, Chinese poles, and
trapeze. It’s a modern interpretation of the Victorian era circus caravan, reminiscent of th e traveling circuses and
sideshows of the late 1800’s, which rolled into towns across America to awe and entertain. The post-Victorian
era of the traveling circuses and the steam powered machines of the modern Steampunk movement served as
inspiration for this mechanical marvel.

DIY DESIGN STUDIO

While most families gather in the kitchen, the other parts of the home are just as important. Turning a house into a
home is not an easy task on your own, but in the DIY Design Studio you will learn everything you need to know to
discover your inner design pro and transform any room into a work of art.

Prepare to be dazzled this year in our DIY Design Studio. What is the DIY Design Studio? It is a place where everything
from culinary delights to quilts, photography, holiday & home décor, fashion, sewing, art, knitting and design meet
all in one place to spark your imagination and your sense of style. Visit the thousands of entries on display created by
our fairguests.

Knitting & Crochet Lounge

For a little hands-on learning, be sure to get cozy in our Knitting & Crochet Lounge. In our relaxing and newly
designed lounge you will be able to sit back and knit 1, pearl 2 with the best of them. This form of needle art is a
fun and exciting way to share your creativity with others. From scarves and bags to delicate flowers and more,
knitting isn’t just for sweaters anymore!

Quilt & Sewing Lounge

Learn to make a quilt with our experts in the Quilt and Sewing Lounge. The quilt square that you make will then
be added to others to make quilts that will later be donated to local charities. Not only will you learn to quilt, but
your quilt will go a long way in the community. Talk about a win-win!

Jewelry Classroom

Looking for a little sparkle? Take a stroll through our jewelry store featuring hand crafted jewelry that was
entered into this year’s jewelry competition. With beads, bracelets, rings and more, this jewelry store is sure to
challenge the old saying “diamonds are a girl’s best friend,” and leave you wanting to crea te a little sparkle for
yours el f.

Photography

Travel through the lens to our photo gallery and explore the wonderful world of photography! Beauty is truly in
the eye of the beholder, and with today’s technology, anyone can take photographs like a profes sional. View this
year’s photography entries displayed in collages with wall art, just like you would in your own home. Every photo
has a unique story – learn how to tell that story with the perfect arrangement. Don’t miss Shutters, our
photography exhibit with cameras and equipment from years gone by.

Virtual Classrooms

Our virtual classrooms are where you can learn everything from how to decorate your home with a healthy mix of
old and new to how colors can change the feel of a room and the mood of those in it. No paper and pencil
required, just watch, learn and find your creative spark.

Cosplay, Anime Art & Selfie Contests

The DIY Design Studio is excited to announce new competitions for 2017! Explore the world of Cosplay and enter
your best original or re-created design into competition this year! Time to take your photography to the next level
and take a selfie! This year’s photography competition will include a brand new competition category – selfie! So
perfect your camera angle and submit your bes t selfie for a chance to win! From computer generated to hand
drawn, this year’s Anime Art Competition is going to explore the wonderful world of Anime. So let your
imagination run wild as you create or re-create characters with your mouse or your pencil.

Here in the DIY Design Studio there is something for everyone. Hands -on activities and virtual classrooms are just the
tip of the design iceberg!

CULINARY KITCHEN

With food and fun being our main ingredients , you can enjoy an array of culinary demons trations and live contests
throughout the Fair. From quick and healthy meals and preserved foods to cupcake workshops , it’s all here!

The Bon Appetite Virtual Classroom

Visit Bon Appetite, our premiere French Bistro, where you can relax amongst friends a nd enjoy intimate
conversation or partake in culinary lessons on our flat screens from world-renowned chefs from the Food
Cha nnel .

The Wedding Venue

If weddings are in your future, or you just love a great party, be sure to stop by The Wedding Venue where we will
show you the latest in wedding trends. Here you can view the tips and tricks used by the pros when putting
together a special day. With pennants, candy tables, personalized décor, photo ops and more, you will learn the
basics and beyond in party and wedding décor.

Barley & Hops

Be sure to stop by Barley & Hops , our brand new brewpub where you can learn how to create your very own
brew at home. This virtual classroom is always open for the business of learning! Enjoy seeing homebrew
equipment, brewpub memorabilia and this year’s homebrew competition results. Learning all about beer has
never been so fun!

Iron Chef Contests

Put your imagination to the test and sign up to be a part of the Iron Chef Contest! With ingredients and a mystery
box provided, you will have the opportunity to create a one-of-a-kind dish live on stage.

Family Challenges

If you are looking for a fun family challenge, look no further! Join the Family Breakfast or Family Dessert Challenge
and you and your sous chef can dazzle the crowd with your incredible dish live here at the LA County Fair.

Community Corner

Stop by the Community Corner and check out the winners of this year’s culinary competitions! Photos of our
contest winners with their winning entry will be posted after each contest. Together we can celebrate the
amateur chefs of the 2017 Culinary Kitchen - Next year it could be you!