Alameda County Fair

Going tomorrow, was wondering if anyone else will be there?  Sara used to go as a kid and wants to take Quinn there for his first time.  I've never been to that one, but did go to the Santa Clara County fair grounds many times as a kid.  Any attractions people recommend seeing, or tips on what to do while we are there?

Sounds like Fun! Last Fair I attended was five years ago at the San Diego County Fair. That fair is huge and has lots of fun.
Let us know how it goes. I might have to check it out before it ends

-alex

Missed this year's but went last year.  The freestyle Moto guys put on a good show.  I also suggest the 3' corn dog and fried pickles for a nutritional lunch.   And if you're into teaching kids the finer points of the  gambling hustle, play the ponies

Omar and I went to the San Mateo County fair a few weeks ago and the pig races were the place to be.

Oh, wait til Sunday & go the RV demolition derby!

http://annual.alamedacountyfair.com/entertainment/action-zone-arena/demolition-derby

I only go the fairs for the livestock auction. Unfortunately, the Alameda fair auction does not include beef on the hoof.

I think the alameda county fair is only OK.  Wasn't too impressed last year.

The Mutton Bustin' kids rodeo is a must-see at the alameda fair.

Found out the auction does include beef. So my bidding partners may get my freezer filled again after all.

howard. need to get info from you. we have been noodling the ideal of beef and pork directly from ranchers. just need people to split it with. that's a lot of beef

howard. need to get info from you. we have been noodling the ideal of beef and pork directly from ranchers. just need people to split it with. that's a lot of beef

I'd be in for a small fraction.

howard. need to get info from you. we have been noodling the ideal of beef and pork directly from ranchers. just need people to split it with. that's a lot of beef

I usually get one side and my partners each get a quarter side. Someone we both know (I will let him speak up) wants to get a pig. I would not mind getting half, or even a quarter. Tastes better than store bought.

I'm often asked why I pay so much money for hamburger but people always forget  the better cuts you get for the money, a tax writeoff, and helping future farmers out.

Just have to agree to a bid max and stay with it. Sometimes animals are bid at outrageous prices (either by parents, grandparents, or companies). Saw some great deals on pigs this year for $2.25/lb.  The highest paid was $9.50/lb.   

do they help with the slaughter and butcher? or do you have a guy?

do they help with the slaughter and butcher? or do you have a guy?

You choose from a list of available butchers. Cut'n'wrap is extra expense. Last year, we lost out on bidding for a cow but put in a a silent bid for a specially raised animal. Turned out cut'n'wrap was included in the price as well as delivery to the fairgrounds for pickup...otherwise, I would have had to drive all the way to Freedom for pickup (a drive I didn't care for).

Man it's been 36 yrs ago since I won 3rd place there with a wood bowl I made in jr high.  Time sure flies fast