OC Fair 2016 "Get Your Fair Face On" - Giveaway

Summer's here which means it's time for the OC Fair!

The 23-day event features shopping, exhibits, hands-on activities and contests. The Fair is open Wednesday-Friday Noon-Midnight and Saturday-Sunday 10 a.m.-Midnight. Visit ocfair.com for promotions, entertainment schedules and more.

If your family is a foodie family, then you’ll want to come on Thursdays from noon to 4 pm to take advantage of the $2 Taste of Fair Food days. There are also multiple discounts and promotions this year to make visiting the fair affordable for all families.

VENUE INFORMATION

dates: July 15 - August 14, 2016

location:  100 Fair Drive, Costa Mesa, CA 92626

hours: Wednesday - Friday 10 am - 6 pm & Saturday - Sunday 10 am - 4 pm

admission: $10 general, $7 senior, $7 youth (6-12), children 5 & younger are FREE

parking: $10 per vehicle

buy tickets: At venue box office, online or by calling 800-745-3000

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GIVEAWAY

one lucky winner will win 4 general admission tickets & 2 carnival ride cards (good for 3 FREE rides per card)

How to enter:

 - Leave a comment with your favorite thing about the fair.

Giveaway will end on Tuesday, July 12 @11:59 pm (pst). Winner will be contacted via email and prize will be provided directly by OC Fair.

OC FAIR IMAGINOLOGY: FREE EVENT

Friday, April 15 @ 9am - 3pm
Saturday and Sunday, April 16-17 @ 10am - 5pm

Grab the kids and get your butts over to OC Fair's IMAGINOLOGY this weekend for some serious fun...with lots of learning.

Three days of FREE (yes, you read that correctly), family fun and educational activities, exhibits, animal and entertainment focused on S.T.E.A.M. curriculum (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics).

• Free make & take activities and hands-on workshops in paper arts, ceramics, woodworking, painting, digital media and more
• Free tractor-trailer rides
• Local organizations offering information, tools and services for families and children
• Farm fun down at Centennial Farm with live animals, plush gardens, worm farm, hands-on activities and more
• Vital Link’s STEM + The Arts Showcase with interactive science and engineering exhibits
• Orange County Science & Engineering Fair hands-on activities
• Local music and dance group performances
• Gourmet Food Trucks, Petting Zoo and Pony Rides

LOCATION
Imaginology at the OC Fair & Event Center
88 Fair Drive, Costa Mesa, CA
(714-708-1500

WHEN
Friday, April 15 @ 9am - 3pm
Saturday - Sunday, April 16-17 @ 10am-5pm

DETAILS
Admission is FREE
Parking is $8 (Saturday & Sunday only)
Visit OCfair.com/steam for more details on event and schedule of events.

OC PET EXPO Coming soon (Ticket GIVEAWAY)

April 22 - 24 @ OC Fair & Event Center

It's that time again - time for the 27^th  annual America’s Family Pet Expo. The expo returns on Friday, April 22 - Sunday, April 24, 2016 to the OC Fair & Event Center in Costa Mesa (88 Fair Drive, Costa Mesa 92626). Cats, dogs, miniature farm animals, birds, and exotic reptiles, will come together in this unique event giving show guests the opportunity to experience furry, feathered and scaled friends in a variety of different ways.

“The Pet Expo is excited and proud to once again bring responsible pet care, entertainment, and pet adoptions to Orange County for the 27th year” said Doug Poindexter, President of the World Pet Association, producers of the America’s Family Pet Expo.  “As the years progress, so does the show, with a variety of educational presentations, product launches, amazing pet acts and our popular animal adoptions. The Pet Expo truly is the place for anything pet-related.”

Last year 45,000 guests visited the America’s Family Pet Expo showing a 5% increase from 2014. There were more than 600 animal adoptions including dogs, cats – and even a few guinea pigs –that were adopted into “forever homes” from the Pet Expo’s Southern California animal rescue partner organizations

New to the Pet Expo, is an adorable collection of mini farm animals including mini donkeys, mini cattle, mini sheep, mini dairy goats, chickens, rabbits, and pot belly pigs.  For equine lovers, horses from Camp Rusk Foundation for Retired Horses will make their debut.

Returning fan favorites include Splash Dogs, offering a wet-and-wild canine competition, and the Police Dog & Protection Demonstrations, crime fighting dogs in action showing how they serve and protect our community.  The Free Flight Bird Show, where magnificent birds spread their wings and take flight, will perform throughout the weekend.

Kids can get in on the action by designing and creating a 10-gallon aquarium in the Kids Aquarium Contest.  There will also be pony rides, face paintings, and The Great American Petting Zoo for the whole family to enjoy. 

Pet Adoptions will be handled on site for those looking for that “purrfect” animal addition to the family.  There will be hundreds of animals hoping to find their forever home from local community partner organizations at the Pet Expo.

TICKET INFO:
General Admission, $13.00; seniors 60 and over, $11.00. Children 6-12, $8.00. 5 yrs and under, free. Active and retired military free with ID. 

SHOW INFO:
Friday 10am-6pm; Saturday 10am-7pm; Sunday 10am-6pm.

LOCATION:
OC Fair & Event Center, 88 Fair Drive, Costa Mesa 92626. 
Facility charges $7.00 parking. 

** Kindly leave all pets at home**

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GIVEAWAY

One person will win a family 4-pack of tickets to the Pet Expo.

a Rafflecopter giveaway

Giveaway will end on April 14 @11:59pm (pst).

Winner will be chosen at random using the widget above and notified via email and twitter. Winner has 24 hours to respond or a new winner will be chosen. Ticket vouchers will be mailed to the winner via USPS and winner is responsible for redeeming them for event tickets at the box office. Tickets are good for any day of the expo.


Disclosure: SoCal Blog was provided with complimentary tickets to the event and tickets for a giveaway in exchange for posting event material/information. SoCal Blog was not monetarily compensated. 

KENNYS STRAWBERRY FARM - FALLBROOK, CA

With my daughter turning a year old in a few days we thought it'd be fun to get out and start celebrating - and what a better way to start than with some delicious strawberry picking!

One of the many things I love about living in the IE is that there is so much to do outdoors. Just last year we went out and picked blueberries in Temecula - yum!

Here are some photos of us having a fun time picking strawberries at the fantastic Kenny's Strawberry Farm in Fallbrook, CA. If you're ever in the area I highly recommend stopping by, it's totally worth it!

Matt (the hubs) wasn't leaving without his very own homemade Strawberry Jam.

Abby probably ate about a good half a pound of strawberries haha. Yes, they were that delicious.

INFO:
Kenny's Strawberry Farm
953 Rainbow Valley Blvd., Fallbrook, CA
951-212-5805

$4 for 1 lb of strawberries
$6 for Strawberry Jam
$12 for T-shirts and Onsies

Open Wednesday - Sunday 10am - 6pm

U-Pick Crops Offered:
Strawberries (March - July and October)
Hydroponic Vegetables (April - August)
Watermelon (July - August)
Pumpkins (October)
Christmas Trees (December)

*gift certificates sold at check out stand
*cash, debit & credit cards accepted
*parking is FREE
*pota potty on premise - no baby changing station(s) (silly, it is a FARM after-all)

Promenade Temecula - Kids Club (Free July Summer Events)

Promenade Temecula has you covered when it comes to fun outdoor summer activities with the Promenade Summer Kids Club. This cool club offers kids (ages 3-10) fun thing to do all summer long, with a new activity each week.

Events include shows, crafts and educational activities. Membership is FREE and once you're a member of the Kids Club, children will enjoy the special benefits.

Become a member today by registering your kid(s) here.

Wednesday, July 22 @ 11am - 1pm

SAIL BOAT

Water color your own sail boat!

Wednesday, July 29 @ 11am - 1pm

SUPER HERO

Do you have an alter ego? Did you always want to be a super hero, a furry friend, or a gentle giant? Make a mask and show off your secret side!

OC Fair "One Big Party" Giveaway Tickets

July 17 - August 16
88 Fair Drive, Costa Mesa, CA 92626

Nothing says summer fun like the OC Fair!

Lucky for us, the fair is here - or will be on July 17. With tons of fun for the entire family and lots of food to grub on there's absolutely no reason not to attend.

Here are some of the fun things they've got for ya:

• Food (AKA: my personal favorite) – Fair food is always unique and it’s fun to see what new things they come up with each year - but the funnel cakes are always a must!
• Competitions – Art, Crafts, Animals, Food and more!
• Concerts at Pacific Amphitheatre – Headliners from today and from years past. Concert tickets always include Fair admission.
• Performances at The Hangar – Tribute bands and originals.
• Carnival Rides and Attractions - fun fun fun
• Action Sports Arena – Demolition Derby, Speedway, BMX and more
• Discounts - tons of ways to save a buck on admission

DATES:
Friday, July 17 - Sunday, August 16

LOCATION:
OC Fair Grounds
88 Fair Drive, Costa Mesa, CA 92626

HOURS:

Wednesday-Friday Saturday-Sunday Monday-Tuesday

Noon-Midnight 10 am-Midnight Closed

Check out all the cool stuff they've got in store for us this summer by visiting ocfair.com

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GIVEAWAY

One lucky person will win a 4-pack of tickets to the OC Fair

a Rafflecopter giveaway

Giveaway ends on Friday, July 17 @11:59 pm and is open to US residents, +18 years old. Winner will be notified via email and has 24 hours to respond or a new winner will be chosen. Ticket vouchers will be mailed directly to winner via USPS.


Disclosure: I was provided with tickets to the OC Fair in exchange for posting about the event and it's voucher giveaway. Winners tickets will be provided by OC Fair and will be picked up by winner at venue box office.

Promenade Temecula - Kids Club (FREE June summer events)

The kids are out of school with nothing to do but watch TV or play video games, right? Not true.

Promenade Temecula has you covered when it comes to fun outdoor summer activities with the Promenade Summer Kids Club. This cool club offers kids (ages 3-10) fun thing to do all summer long, with a new activity each week.

Events include shows, crafts and educational activities. Membership is FREE and once you're a member of the Kids Club, children will enjoy the special benefits.

Become a member today by registering your kid(s) here.

JUNE EVENTS

Wednesday, June 17 @ 11am - 1pm

KITE DAY

It's high-flying fun! Let your creativity soar with a customized kite, complete with kite string and handles. Create a personalized kite with your name, a hand print, or a picture that rises to the occasion. 

(*Event will be held in the Plaza across from Edwards Cinemas)

Wednesday, June 24 @ 11am - 1pm

BIRDHOUSE

Build your feathered friends a birdhouse and decorate it to put in your favorite tree at hom. Then watch your beaked buddy move in and feather his nest, just outside your window. Plus, you'll make a special treat for the birds to enjoy.

1st Annual Temecula Valley Family Fair

March 27-29, 2015
Lake Skinner Recreational Park
37701 Warren Rd., Winchester, CA
**Rain or Shine**

Temecula Valley Family Fair (TVFF) announces the launch of the 1st annual regional fair in South West Riverside County. Enjoy all the attractions of a county fair including, live entertainment, performances, carnival rides, games, food concessions and more. This community based event will be held to benefit local charities in the area. The fair will be held at Lake Skinner Recreational Park on March 27, 28 and 29 in 2015.

The Temecula Valley Family Fair invites you to come out and enjoy the Temecula Valley’s 1^stannual regional fair. A place where people will come together, spend time with friends and family and create lifelong memories. Fairgoers will experience a traditional lineup of fair food, festivities, concerts, family fun and all things local to the Temecula Valley at the 2015 Temecula Fair. The fair uses physical tickets - the cost of rides varies. At each ride is a sign indicating how many "tickets" the ride costs (each "ticket" is $1); unlimited ride wristbands will be on sale for $30.

Fairgoers can look forward to the only funnest carnival rides:

• Giant Wheel         • Super Shot (drop tower)         • Zipper         • Bumper Cars

• Tilt-a-Whirl         • Dizzy Dragon         • Flying Cars          • Carousel

• Fun Slide         • Swings

As part of the fairs mission to give back to the community, it will be donating all proceeds to local charities. To support the success of this ambitious event, the Temecula Valley Family Fair is currently in need of sponsors, vendors and volunteers. To help out in any way, click here.

Admission info:
Parking: Cars $5 / Buses, Limos, Rv's $10.00 (CASH ONLY)
General (13-59) $12.50
Military/Senior (60+) $10.00
Children (3-12) $6.00
2 and under FREE
*ticket can be purchased online or at box office.

FAQ's 
Discounts
For updates please follow TVFF on Facebook

Location Info:
Temecula Fair
Lake Skinner Recreational Park
37701 Warren Rd., Winchester, CA

Promenade Temecula: Sidewalk Street Painting Workshop (FREE)

Promenade Temecula is hosting a fantastic FREE event for everyone, small and big!

During the workshop, students will learn how to transfer a  2D picture to a large format on the asphalt. Students will learn sketching, blending, and detail tricks to producing a street painting mural. Students will utilize a palette of 24-48 colors depending on design, using chalk pastels.

Kids are welcome to bring their own supplies if desired.

For the most impact, students should choose one dominant subject matter for their first street painting. Abstracts and impressionist paintings do not usually translate well to asphalt unless extremely experienced. 

*Cartoons, Manga, superheroes are acceptable. Political statements, logos, and advertisements are not.

Workshop information:

Saturday, February 21

10am - 2pm

Plaza Street located in front of Edwards Theaters

Kids & adults welcome!

Promenade Temecula

40820 Winchester Road

Temecula, CA 92591

951-296-0975

69th Annual Riverside County Fair & National Date Festival: Giveaway

February 13 - 22, 2015
Riverside County Fairgrounds
82-503 Hwy 111, Indio, CA 92201

The 69^th Annual Riverside County Fair& National Date Festival is right around the corner and you won’t want to miss all of the exciting entertainment and activities lined-up.  Running February 13-22, this Fair has concerts, an adult and kiddie carnival, and everything you can imagine in between.

Daily on the fairgrounds, entertainment is scheduled for maximum fun!  Live magic acts, hypnotist shows, comedians, performers, and interactive exhibits are available every day.  With Lanky the Clown, the Pollywood Bird Show, Karaoke with Freddie Prez, the Marvelous Mutts, and the Nightly Musical Pageant, there is something to enjoy throughout the whole day.  Let’s not forget about the ever-popular Camel & Ostrich races, you never know what will happen at this hilarious event!

There is an exciting addition to the food at the Fair!  Participating vendors are creating new Date dishes to incorporate into their menus that are sure to have you coming back for more!

Make sure to stop by and see the thousands of exhibits from rare gems and minerals to contest entries by the community.  Returning this year, the miniature train exhibit has expanded! Don’t miss the precision and skill involved in each exhibit. The kiddos are sure to love the fact they can swing by the petting zoo and visit the Livestock Barn Nursery so be sure to take them by.

Monster trucks are returning again this year!  Crowds are amazed at these trucks, Junior Outlaw Sprints, Mini Dwarf racing as well as Freestyle Motocross and the ever exciting Demolition on the last day of the Fair.  Be sure to come to the Grandstand Arena to see these shows on select dates.

See full calendar of events here.

MUSIC ENTERTAINMENT

Included with the price of Fair admission, is the headliner entertainment on the weekends at the Fantasy Springs Concert Pavilion!  Starting off the Fair, country up-and-comer and Country Music Award New Artist of the Year in 2014, Brett Eldredge, performs at 7:30 pm on Friday, February 14.  Norteno music super star Ramon Ayala takes the stage at 7:00 pm on Saturday, February 15.  Upbeat pop singer Andy Grammer performs at 7:30 pm on Friday, February 20.  Grammy Award Winning Commodores, will wow the crowds at 7:30 pm on Saturday, February 21.  We have the always popular Super Fiesta on Sunday, February 22, with artists such as Mariachi Sonidos De Mi Tierra, German Montero and Voces Del Rancho.  This year’s lineup is one you won’t want to miss!

FAIR INFORMATION

The 69th Annual Riverside County Fair & National Date Festival is presented by Fantasy Springs Resort Casino, the desert’s leader in gaming and entertainment. 

FAIR OPEN: February 13-22, 2015

HOURS: 10 am - 10 pm

ADMISSION: $9 Adults / $8 Seniors / $7 Youth / $6 group bus tours / Kids 5 year & under are FREE. Advanced unlimited carnival ride tickets are available for $22. Advanced Family Fun Pack is also available for $66 and includes 2 adult admissions, 2 unlimited ride tickets, 1 youth admission, and 1 free youth admission.

Tickets can be purchased at the box office or online.

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GIVEAWAY

5 lucky people will win a family-4-pack of tickets to the Riverside County Fair & National Date Festival.

How to win:

Riverside County Fair & Date Fest Giveaway

Giveaway will end on Saturday, February 14 @11:59 pm (PST). 

Winners will be chosen at random and contacted via email. Winners have 48 hrs to respond and claim tickets or a new winner will be chosen. 

Disclosure: SoCal Blog was not compensated in any way (tickets or money) in exchange for posting event information & ticket giveaway. Giveaway tickets provided by the Riverside County Fair & National Date Festival. Tickets will be mailed to winner via USPS and SoCal Blog is not responsible for lost or stolen tickets.

Welk Resorts San Diego's Oaks Golf Course: FREE FOOTGOLF

Welk Resorts San Diego's Oaks Golf course offers FREE round of Footgolf on July 6, 2014.

Welk Resorts San Diego debuts FOOTGOLF, a new hybrid sport that mixes soccer and golf at Oaks Golf course on Sunday, July 6. Local San Diego and Riverside residents will have the opportunity to try the new sport and enjoy one FREE round that includes soccer ball rental and 18 holes.

To celebrate the new sport's debut at Oaks Golf Course, raffles will take place every hour and all guests will have the opportunity to join the Birthday Club and receive free Foot Golf on their birthday.

About the new sport:
Golf is a difficult game that generally takes 4 hours to play a round. Foot Golf provides an opportunity to sample the concept of golf without the difficulty in less than half the time. Foot Golf is now what miniature golf has done for years, giving people a 'beginner-version of golf'.


Cost:
FREE to San Diego County and Riverside County residents

When:
Sunday, July 6, 2014
9:45 am - Ribbon Cutting
10 am - 6 pm - Free Foot Golf

Where:
Welk Resort San Diego - Oaks Par 3 Course
8860 Lawrence Welk Dr.
Escondido, CA 92026