Santa Clara County Fair

August 1, 2024 @ 3:00 pm 10:00 pm

Santa Clara County Fair

Our 80th Anniversary Fair will be an unforgettable event with exciting activities for everyone to enjoy.

Throughout the fair, you can enjoy various free entertainment on four stages, including music from multiple genres and eras. You can also watch children’s magic acts, pig races, BMX stunt shows, a mini-circus, and even participate in the carnival. For those seeking an adrenaline rush, bungee jumps and pony rides are available.

Of course, no fair would be complete without delicious food, and we offer plenty of options to choose from. You can indulge in traditional favorites such as Angelo’s Pepper Steak and corn dogs or try new international dishes. For those looking to relax, we also have a wine and beer garden, as well as a tequila saloon.”

In addition to all the fun and excitement, you can learn something new at the fair. We have hands-on exhibits from Tech Interactive, opportunities to explore local flora and fauna, and home art displays to inspire your creativity. You can even get up close with the animals, including sheep, goats, pigs, horses, and mini donkeys. Support the Jr Livestock Auction in the morning on August 3rd, followed by the Firefighters Chili Cook-Off, which benefits the Firefighter’s burn unit. Our Fair in 2024 promises to be the ultimate family fun experience, delighting every member of your family.

Our Fair Hours are: 

  • Thursday: 3pm to 10pm
  • Friday: 3pm to 11pm
  • Saturday: 1pm to 11pm
  • Sunday: 1pm to 10pm

DAILY SPECIALS:

On the following Free days, you may come to the gate and show ID for complimentary tickets.

  • Active Military and Veterans – FREE EVERY DAY
  • YOUTH 5 and UNDER – FREE EVERY DAY
  • Thu 8/1 – Senior Day 62+ Free All Day
  • Thu 8/1 – 18 and Under Free All Day
  • Friday 8/2 BOGO for online tix purchases.
  • Sat 8/3 – First Responders and Special Needs Community Free All Day

Double-check the event information on the event website as sometimes events are canceled or details changed.

Image credit/image courtesy of Santa Clara County Fair

$7 – $17.50
344 Tully Rd.
San Jose, CA 95111 USA
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Storytelling and the Art of Adaptation with Eric Darnell and Osnat Shurer | Hicklebees

August 17, 2024 @ 12:00 pm 1:00 pm

The Magic Paintbrush Storytelling and the Art of Adaptation with Eric Darnell and Osnat Shurer

Come to Hicklebees and meet the masterminds of your favorite feature films such as Madagascar, Moana, and Raya! Join Eric Darnell and Osnat Shurer as they discuss their upcoming adaptation to the book “The Magic Paintbrush” into VR. Copies of “The Magic Paintbrush” will be available at Hicklebee’s.

The Magic Paintbrush by Kat Zhang and Eric Darnell:

Amy has always loved art, but lately her drawings have been less than impressive. There’s no passion, no personality, no…magic. Until Amy visits her Lao Lao, her grandmother, and finds an ancient paintbrush that brings anything Amy creates to life!

Now her creation Luna has taken over her bedroom and is running through the streets of Flushing, Queens. What awaits: an international adventure filled with an ancient Chinese legend, a greedy adversary and ghastly beasts!

This event is free to everyone but we would appreciate it if you register your seat ahead of time.

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Image credit/image courtesy of Hicklebees

Free
1378 Lincoln Ave.
San Jose, CA 95125
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TeenHQ Poster Printing | Dr. MLK, Jr. Lib

August 14, 2024 @ 3:30 pm 5:00 pm

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Today: TeenHQ Poster Printing at Dr. MLK, Jr. Lib.

Wanna make that idea into a piece of wall art? Create a poster size print using TeenHQ MakerSpace’s HP DesignJet Studio, 36” Printer.

  • Each participant can create one 24”x36” poster to take home per month.
  • For images found online, ensure they are “large” enough for good print quality. Look for images that are at a minimum of 2,000×2,000 px.
  • Create a collage of images or add effects on Canva. Be sure your canvas size is 24in x 36in.

Free. No registration is required. Middle and High School students welcome.

Audience: Teens, ages 12-18 Source

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Free
150 E. San Fernando St.
San Jose, CA 95112
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(408) 808-2000
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Teen Foodies | Dr. MLK Jr. Library

August 13, 2024 @ 3:30 pm 5:00 pm

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Today: Teen Foodies at Dr. MLK, Jr. Lib.

Love to craft, love to eat? It might sound like a funny combination, but it’s really not. Food Crafting is a thing, and we do it every second Tuesday of the month. Make an epic-looking treat and eat it too.

Join us in our test kitchen to make: No Bake Oreo-Cookie Pie. Our favorite cookies are even better in a pie! Test this new recipe with us and let’s see what deliciousness we get. Make it pretty, make it cute, wrap it up, eat it up, or gift it out to friends and family.

Free. No registration is required. Middle and High School students welcome.

Audience: Teens, ages 12-18 Source

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Free
150 E. San Fernando St.
San Jose, CA 95112
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Crafternoons | Dr. MLK, Jr. Lib

August 5, 2024 @ 3:30 pm 5:00 pm

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Today: Crafternoons at Dr. MLK, Jr. Library

Stop by TeenHQ every Monday and get crafty in the Makerspace!

  • July 29, 2024 CANCELLED
  • August 5, 2024 Fabric Baskets
  • August 12, 2024 Vinyl Stickers
  • August 19, 2024 Canceled
  • August 26, 2024 Canceled

Audience: Teens, ages 12-18 Source

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Free
150 E. San Fernando St.
San Jose, CA 95112
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(408) 808-2000
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