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Del Mar Fairgrounds

Del Mar Fairgrounds

Fair, Event Space, and Amusement Park
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    Diane A.
    "Check out the SD Derby Dolls roller derby at the fairgrounds!"(3 Tips)
    Chris H.
    "Fried anything and giant donuts"(2 Tips)
    yam1rts A.
    "Turkey Leg wrapped in bacon is a must try!"(2 Tips)
    Kecia J.
    "Dpn't miss the Turkey Stampede!"(2 Tips)
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  • Amy M.
    Amy MokJune 9, 2013
    Been here 25+ times
    Plus Image Booth FTW!! At the very front right side of Seaside Pavilion tent. They have a huge selection of rings and everything else you can think of! Affordable prices too!
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    .June 8, 2015
    Had so much fun there with my family❤️😍 i saw the destruction derby show it was amazing! The food there is greasy but delicious 😂 and the coupon's prices are so affordable 👍🏻 don't miss it!!!
  • Dana
    DanaJune 6, 2016
    Fair food🤔🍢Theirs plenty deep fried snacks so I tried the deep fried bacon wrapped pickles w/ side of ranch. Sour & crunchy yep its a fried pickle.
  • Billie Jean H.
    Titanium Elite is the best cookware EVER!! Lifetime German quality cookware at the lowest prices on any cookware at the fair and definitely the best too!! Check em out in the Exhibit Hall
  • Roger M.heart icon on user image
    Roger MaMarch 6, 2016
    Been here 5+ times
    Park in one of the small neighborhood streets to avoid the traffic coming out of the lots when you leave!
  • Scott R.
    Scott R.April 29, 2012
    Always something going on...whether it's the fair, gun show, horse races, Cirque Du Soleil, food truck extravaganza, concert...you'll find yourself here eventually and you'll love it!
  • Roger M.heart icon on user image
    Roger MaJune 4, 2016
    Been here 5+ times
    Get your fatty fix with a triple decker burger with two Krispy Kreme donuts as the buns!!
  • maria m.heart icon on user image
    maria morenoJune 19, 2015
    I had a great time lots of food rides and shows
  • Academy of World Dance n Arts
    Love the free concerts held during the San Diego County Fair. Fireworks show is great too on the 4th of July.
  • Eva S.
    Eva SmithJune 15, 2012
    Here with my family for Teacher/State employee appreaciation! #SDFair Teachers/State employees get 2 FREE tickets with proper ID
  • Nanc D.
    Nanc DingmanOctober 21, 2013
    Been here 10+ times
    lots of fun craft! we spent a lot of money! So fun..
  • Karen S.
    Karen SocitoJuly 5, 2013
    Come on the last day of fair. Fair tshirts are 75% off. Get a$3 shirt :)
  • yam1rts A.
    yam1rts AlarcónJune 30, 2013
    Turkey Leg wrapped in bacon is a must try!
  • Chris H.heart icon on user image
    Chris HusongJuly 8, 2015
    Been here 5+ times
    Fried anything and giant donuts
  • D. G.heart icon on user image
    D. G.June 28, 2015
    Love the concerts :-)
  • The Blonde Abroad
    The Blonde AbroadJune 24, 2012
    Don't fear the fat! Get something fried and love it!
  • Bruce G.
    Bruce GangnathJune 2, 2012
    Get their early to find parking.
  • Robyn W.
    Robyn WallSeptember 30, 2011
    Take one of the free shuttles to the Fair instead of paying to park!
  • CJ L.
    CJ LuckeJune 26, 2011
    Best womens restroom at far end of spa building
  • Maria M.
    Maria MarquezSeptember 5, 2011
    Join the Diamond Club. Admission is $3 and $5 instead of $6 and $10.
  • Diane G.heart icon on user image
    Diane GeddisJune 8, 2017
    Been here 5+ times
    The animals!
  • Dallas W.heart icon on user image
    Dallas WrightJune 19, 2015
    Rides all the glorious rides
  • Sean B.
    Sean BaroyJune 12, 2013
    Been here 100+ times
    Free parking at horse park
  • CoachDeb C.heart icon on user image
    CoachDeb ColeJuly 17, 2013
    Just valet it on opening day. #TrustMe
  • Cat O.
    Cat OlaesMay 13, 2012
    First SD Japan Fair here in the back buildings!
  • Sean M.heart icon on user image
    Sean MillerJanuary 22, 2023
    Fried food everywhere
  • Torrey N.
    Torrey NommesenJune 27, 2011
    Visit the snake oil pavillion - aka the Seaside Pavillion.
  • Kecia J.
    Kecia JonesJune 10, 2012
    Dpn't miss the Turkey Stampede!
  • Brian F.
    Brian FassettJune 30, 2011
    Avoid Texas wagon BBQ pork sandwich. They serve it raw!
  • Ramona S.
    Ramona SolaJuly 4, 2011
    you spend all your money here!
  • Sara D.
    Sara DoanMarch 12, 2010
    Parking is $9 for the night. Very easy. The Fish House restaurant is conveniently nearby... fresh fish but expensive and very basic.
  • tutankhamun v.
    tutankhamun votkJuly 2, 2011
    Just enjoy and have a great day! ;)
  • Erin L.
    Erin LeidtNovember 27, 2011
    Good guys fall show
  • Jodi C.
    Jodi ClontzAugust 13, 2011
    Roxy's carne asada nachos are rather underwhelming, have a sausage instead.
  • Gil P.
    Gil PinaNovember 6, 2010
    Ride the mechanical bull!!!
  • Diane A.
    Diane AthertonJanuary 24, 2010
    Been here 5+ times
    Check out the SD Derby Dolls roller derby at the fairgrounds!
  • Hilton C.
    Hilton CampusJuly 22, 2010
    Go to the Del Mar Races
  • Maya
    MayaApril 30, 2010
    Run the IronGirl 10K!! Read more
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