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Published September 17The tradition continues: Opening day at the Santa Cruz County Fair
The Santa Cruz County Fair is back, bringing five days of rides, livestock, food, music and community celebrations to Watsonville. Victoria, 6, from Watsonville, holds up carrots from an agricultural box for kids at the fairgrounds. Credit: Kevin Painchaud / Lookout Santa Cruz…
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Published September 14Apple pies, monster trucks & live music: Don’t miss the 2026 Santa Cruz County Fair
Get ready for five days of classic fair fun! The 2026 Santa Cruz County Fair returns Sept. 16-20 with live entertainment, carnival rides, local food, community traditions and plenty of surprises. This year’s theme, “Apple Pies and Starry Skies,” celebrates the homegrown…
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Published September 14Santa Cruz County Fair just got cheaper – here’s how much you’ll save
Prices for admission and parking at the Santa Cruz County Fair have decreased, with organizers hoping to draw more families to the yearly event at the county fairgrounds in Watsonville and make it more affordable.