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State Fair Mission Statement

The California Exposition & State Fair mission is to create State Fair experience reflecting California including its industries, agriculture, diversity of its people, traditions and trends shaping its future, supported by year-round events. About the California Exposition and State Fair

The California Exposition & State Fair (CE&SF) is an independent state agency established by law and governed primarily by the California Department of Food and Agriculture codes. Governed by an appointed Board of Directors, daily operations are managed by a permanent staff of 100. During the State Fair more than 2,000 temporary employees are hired for the event's duration. The CE&SF is a self-sufficient operation receiving no government funding and yet has an estimated economic impact of more than $250 million on the region annually.

In addition, Cal Expo is proud to have numerous volunteers to support year-round operations, including the Friends of the California State Fair, the Cultural Advisory Council and the Agricultural Advisory Council.

Hours of Operation

Monday - Thursday 12 Noon to 10 PM
Friday - Sunday 10 AM to 10 PM

Magnificent Midway
Monday - Thursday 2 PM to 11 PM
Friday - Sunday 10 AM to Midnight

Kids Park
Monday - Thursday Noon to 10 PM
Friday - Sunday 10 AM to 11 PM