Delicious Food at the San Diego County Fair
With such a diverse array of local vendors, there’s always something new and exciting at the fair. In addition to food stalls, there are also hundreds of different sellers in the shopping halls.
In previous years, the fair has also featured special exhibits like the Garden Walk, a showcase of local flora and landscaping, and the Hall of Heroes, a superhero-themed display.
Fair Toys at the San Diego County Fair
Sample Local Cuisine and Fair Foods
Like any good fair, the Del Mar Fair is full of plenty of meals, snacks, and dessert options you’ll want to take full advantage of.
You’re sure to have eyes bigger than your stomach when you see the wide array of fair food vendors. From local specialties to deep-fried fair classics and everything in between, including sweet treats and salty snacks.
My kid’s love Chicken Charlie’s! His is one of the most popular food vendors at the San Diego County Fair and of course he is back this year as well.
One thing is for sure: you won’t be leaving hungry!
Hand Carved Wood Vendor at the San Diego County Fair
Exhibitions and Competitions
The fair hosts a number of displays for artists of different mediums, from traditional fine art, woodworking, and photography to landscaping, floral arrangements, handcrafted goods, and gemwork. Highlights include Paul Ecke Jr. Garden and Flower Shows, and the Design in Wood exhibition presented by the San Diego Fine Woodworkers Association.
Come marvel at these curated collections and watch award ceremonies to see whose work is crowned this year’s winner. You can even watch beer and wine competitions for commercially-licensed breweries and wineries.
Vendors at the San Diego County Fair
Shop 'til you Drop
There are over 250 different vendors in the fair’s shopping halls, so there’s sure to be something to interest everyone. Many vendors are locals selling homemade wares, while other stalls are run by big-name brands like Vitamix and CutCo.