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Monterey County Fair kicks off Thursday, lasts throughout the weekend

August 28, 2025 6:49 PM

Published August 28, 2025 3:48 PM

MONTEREY COUNTY, Calif. (KION-TV) -- Thursday marks the start of this year's Monterey County Fair, kicking off a weekend of fun on the Central Coast.

All the familiar sights and sounds back in full swing out at the fairgrounds.

Dozens of classic rides returning for guests of all ages, including classics like The Alpine Slide, The Zipper, and The Medusa.

Free concerts are also happening every night at 7:30 p.m., Thursday night featuring the reggae band Steel Pulse.

Also on Thursday, all seniors 62 years and older can get into the fair for free.

There will be a rodeo on Friday, Saturday and Sunday, and admission to that is free if you already have a ticket.

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