Fair Highlights
Expect livestock judging, 4-H and FFA competitions, carnival rides, grandstand entertainment, local food vendors, and the unique blend of agricultural heritage and tech industry culture.
Planning Your Visit
San Jose is the capital of Silicon Valley — the fair's agricultural roots connect the valley's communities to the fruit orchards that defined the "Valley of Heart's Delight" before the tech era.
A Closer Look
In San Jose, the Santa Clara County Fair brings agricultural tradition to the heart of Silicon Valley, a six-day August celebration for the South Bay's diverse communities.
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