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Fairplex, formerly known as the Los Angeles County Fairgrounds, is governed by the Los Angeles County Fair Association, is the home of the historic L.A. County Fair and other quality year-round educational, multicultural and entertainment events tailored for business and industry and for the enrichment and enjoyment of Southern California's adults, youth and families. The Los Angeles County Fair (also called simply the L.A. County Fair) is an annual event held in Pomona, California. ...


The Fairplex grounds cover 543 acres and include nearly 325,000 square feet of modern column-free indoor exhibit space in eight spacious exhibit halls; Fairplex Park, a major horse racing facility with a grandstand and 5/8-mile racetrack; the luxurious 247-suite Sheraton Suites Fairplex Hotel; the Barretts Equine Limited, a world-class equine auction complex; a recreational vehicle park; a state-of-the art child development center; scenic parks, plazas and picnic areas; a historic train exhibit; 12 acres of carnival grounds; and approximately 250 acres of paved parking areas to accommodate 30,000 vehicles.


It is located at 1101 W. McKinley Ave., Pomona, CA 91768, approximately 30 miles east of downtown Los Angeles and 10 miles west of Ontario International Airport, and two blocks north of the San Bernardino Freeway (I-10). The Fairplex is accessible from Fairplex Dr., White Ave. or Garey Ave. freeway exits.


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  • Official website


 
 

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