San Diego County Fair Review

Went to the Gun Show in Del Mar and it was fun. But I didn't buy any guns. Bummer

Love this over priced and over hyped yearly attraction. Would not change a thing!

Spent the 4th with Taylor A Will at the fair. Kissed for the first time in a long time.

Attended the Silver Bay dog show....first one I've seen.
It was fun and educational. The dog owners were so kind in sharing their dog's breed. It is obvious that these owners are dedicated and loving. I highly recommend having this experience.

Here for KAABOO festival! Great venue for this awesome music fest!!

One of the most amazing experiences you can have in san diego , I highly reccomend getting there early.

YOLO MY PEEPS, if you're reading this, it means you're ready to go all out as I did on this day!!! Let's start off by Purchasing preferred parking, trust me, after walking too long, your family & friends will thank you for the gr8 idea of parking so close. Admissions are cheaper if you use discounts & codes you find online through the fair & it's sponsors. Don't 4get 2 buy the fast pass, only $20 bucks gets you on all the rides in half the time. The food, games, & the rides are bigger, better, and faster than the average neighborhood carnivals. W/ that said you know you'll be paying more, but it's worth it! Dress in comfortable attire & have a blast! Happy 4th of July!

So much to do! All around great environment with tons of photo opportunities!

Had to pay for parking with a handicap platter to enter for a quilting affair. California are you kidding me. We pay taxes for everything!

Awesome, as always! Ramon Ayala nailed it. Peace and Love

Over priced, too crowded, best part of the fair was free parking service with shuttle!
And Fluffy!

Horrible....RIP off parking for horse park that was free then ride on a kiddie bus that a 6'adult cant even sit in the seat.

It's the same stuff every year, just a different theme. Too crowded for my liking.

Great event to attend every June in San Diego. A lot of delicious food items to satisfy any appetite. Large vendor turnout where you can find just about anything. There are rides for everyone, from slow moving to crazy adventurous. Many affordable fair packages to choose from. Plenty of parking available with shuttle service. Awesome concert line up. Overall a great family/ friend event

The food has become so expensive that it goes far beyond reason.

Great time we had and enjoyed lot's of selections for food. We did have an issue with a ride operator who we were later informed the reason why we received such bad service was because he didn't speak English.

Huge, awesome fair! Off site parking is free and shuttle service is provided to the fair. We parked at the Horse Park site and the shuttles were double decker buses. The price of the ticket books are pretty steep, and with rides averaging 4-5 tickets they go pretty fast. I would suggest buying an unlimited band. There is an overabundance of food choices and games. Plus there are plenty shows, craft spot, and exhibits. Bring your patience because although lines move pretty quickly, it's always super crowded.

Nothing like az state fair! San diego fair was an awesome experience ! They have sooo many things to do annnnd so much to see!

Everything and more! We stayed until after dark. The lit up carnival rides we're really nice.

Greatest place on earth. Go early to avoid the crowds.

One of the best fairs around. Plenty to do! There's something for everyone there. Omg plus fried everything!

The fair has sold out to, too many peoplentrying to sell you something. The Carnys now start as you walk through any gate.
I really get tired of saying "no thank you". As usual its best to go the first week, no lines and everything is clean.
The theme this year is weak but... thats just my opinion.
Been in SD for 40 years it use to be magical.
I really miss that.
Still lots of fun to be had, just need thicker skin and money to spend.

Great fair! Lots of fun fair food and rides. All the vendors we encountered were super polite.

A lot things to do and watch. Many shows and games. One day it's not enough.

Always lots to see, do and eat. Fabulous every year!

It was very entertaining saw alot of people n alot of balloons had alot of spaces to sit down. Alot of clowns marching people on site. Nice area too n friendly people too. Nice weather

Always a great time at the fair. I go for the food and vendor exhibit halls!

Best fair ever! The music and the art exhibit are always highlights for me

I am celebrating my 20 year anniversary working in the Fine Arts Exhibit . I'd say that's a pretty good review.

I have been going to the fair since I was a child. It's fun and there's a lot to do but I miss some of the olden day fairs of local agriculture, food not just animals.

It is a huge fairground even though it took me 45 minutes to find a darn funnel cake it was worth it.

Fewer vendors; pricier food. Too many entertainment stages all playing at the same time: way too noisy as they compete.

If you have a lot of money it's a great time but otherwise it's a total cash grab, rides were all a bit old and not very updated but fun nonetheless

Plenty of food for everyone. Still not enough room to sit or cool down.

Awesome place. Amazing memories. Take the kids and have some fun

It's a feast to the senses! Lots of great food (a bit expensive) and fun things to do for kids.

Kind of worn off the "Fair" experience over the years. Too many people, large crowds, hours to wait for dirty diesel bus back to free parking. Still has some good "free" acts/bands, but most everything else is a Jackson & above. Make sure to bring a Ben Franklin for each guest to have a good time.

Coo great beautiful women great food will go again .

Very good fun place for the whole family. Any age could enjoy it

Great family tradition. Only downside is that the fair has kind of turned into a giant food court.

I've loved this place since I was a kid! Now I take my young daughters and they can't ever get enough of their time there. Through the years of course the costs have gone up for EVERYTHING but its still worth at least a one time visit. I will say though that the parking can use a major overhaul! PERIOD!!! The food is always fun BUT to me it seems that the hot food is not always as hot as should be. Nothing tastes worst then biting into a $50 meal of cold BBQ pulled pork and tri-tip sandwiches, a luke warm cheese burger and some cold some hot fries The food through the years seems to smell better then it taste! Lol But if you just love the essence of the fair like I do, you will still come back every year and do it all over again!

Mike Love and the Beach Boys at the fairgrounds concert in your car.

Lots of things to look at, listen to, eat and buy. I try to come every year. If nothing else but to listen to the barkers. You must try the footsie wootsie machines located throughout the fair. Only a quarter and massage your feet and calves so well. Perfect after a day of walking and walking!.

The ridiculous prices takes away everything good about it

Great free concerts. Fun for kids of all ages. Delicious beers. Take a rideshare or shuttle.

It was ok. It's according to what you're looking for.

The fair was just ok this year. There are less venders. Everything was mostly overpriced, which is to be expected. I tried the deep fried filet mignon. It was pretty tasteless. The meat itself needs salt and pepper. I was surprised it wasn't very tender Save your money. I went to see the flowers. Not a whole lot of entries. A lot of dahlias. Some were very pretty. Not very many roses. Also some gladiolas. I usually enjoy the flowers. Not so much this year. If you take the bus from Mira Costa College be prepared to be stuck in traffic due to I-5 expansion. The bus has to go north on the freeway and then get back on the freeway to go south to Del Mar because of road construction. I thought I would mention this for concert goers who may need to allow extra time to get there. I usually enjoy going to the fair to see some of the exhibits and to people watch. Might just be me but was ok not staying long and going home.

This is a better county fair than others in my opinion

There for business only but it was a cool experience.

Had a great time. It was good for me and my mom. I thought it was bigger when I was growing up, but it was the perfect size for me now. I remember the days when the police presents was overwhelming, now I didn't see any. I felt quit safe. The food and the music was the best, and the student art was inspiring. I might go back one more time. I paid for special parking, $25 and it was a two minute walk to the entrance. Great family fun.

Brazenly expensive, if you want to have a heart attack or a thrombus of fat this is the precise place, the palace of cholesterol, there is no option of fairly healthy food.
Of the games I do not think I'd like a whole day to describe the desepcion.
If you want to go, at least reserve $ 120 per person.

Going to the FAIR every years. Great place to eat, ride with the kids

Same vendors, same food, nothing really new that stood out, or that made me want to go back for a few years. Not to mention kids getting sick and dying from visiting the petting zoo. But, when at the fair, eat at the fair. The corn on the cob with melted butter and seasoning is still my fair favorite. My husband and kids ate other things that just did not appeal to me. Stayed a few hours for rides and eats... Definitely love the Ventura county fair more... just seems more fairish to me.