About the State Fair

Letter from Norb to our Friends and Partners

The Cal Expo fairgrounds come alive every summer as the State Fair becomes a "city within a city" that hosts nearly one million visitors. Folks come from near and far for the memorable delights of this 154-year-old extravaganza that includes exciting exhibits, amazing attractions, live entertainment, and the Magnificent Midway. The 2008 California State Fair will be held from August 15 - September 1.

About the California Exposition & 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.

Mission Statement:
The California Exposition & State Fair mission is to create a State Fair experience reflecting California including its industries, agriculture, diversity of its people, traditions and trends shaping its future supported by year-around events.

Fairs Economic Impact Report