Everything you need to know about the upcoming imperial county midwinter fair!
As March approaches, the Imperial Valley is gearing up for the highly anticipated annual event – the Imperial Valley Midwinter Fair & Fiesta. With roots dating back to 1910, this iconic celebration promises a delightful fusion of agricultural heritage and entertainment, attracting over 200,000 attendees annually so without further due here is everything you need to know before attending then Imperial County midwinter fair.
Fair Hours:
- 3/1: 3:00 pm - 11:00 pm
- 3/2: 12:00 pm - 11:00 pm
- 3/3: 12:00 pm - 10:00 pm
- 3/4: 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm
- 3/5: 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm
- 3/6: 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm
- 3/7: 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm
- 3/8: 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm
- 3/9: 12:00 pm - 11:00 pm
- 3/10: 12:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Ticket Information:
- Presale Available Online Only (not valid Tuesday, March 5):
- Adults: $8.00
- Children (5-12): $6.00
- Seniors (60+): $6.00
- Twisted Tuesday, March 5:
- All ages: $20.00 (Includes fair admission and unlimited carnival rides)
- Regular Price (after February 29 - Online or at Ticket Booths, not valid Tuesday, March 5):
- Adults: $10.00
- Children (5-12): $8.00
- Seniors (60+): $8.00
To buy presale tickets please click the link below
https://www.ivfairgrounds.com/2024-tickets.html
Note: Presale ticket Sales Close at midnight February 29th, so get them while you can!
Livestock Show:
For those interested in attending or bidding on livestock, shows will commence from March 1st to March 2nd. For specific details on days and times, please refer to the images below or click here
Best Time to Attend:
If you're seeking a less crowded experience, weekdays are ideal, especially from Monday to Thursday when the fair opens at 5:00 pm. Fridays and Saturdays may be busier, as school-aged children are more likely to attend. The first and last two days of the fair tend to be more hectic, with the opening day drawing initial excitement and the closing days bringing those who missed earlier opportunities.
Rides coming to the fair this year:
The Carnival at the California Mid-Winter Fair is brought to you by Helm and Sons Amusements; a first class amusement ride company based out of Colton, California. Helm and Sons specializes in providing top quality, safe, clean and enjoyable amusement rides to fairs, festivals, events, corporate rentals, and movie productions throughout the state of California.
With an absolute commitment to SAFETY; the best quality equipment available; modern appealing rides, games and food; colorful and comfortable park amenities; & much more, the Carnival at the California Mid-Winter Fair is one of our must do attractions each and every year!
additionally, some new additions to the imperial county midwinter fair are Rides such as blackout, which was just announced in an Instagram real yesterday and medusa, which was debuted the following year But was not implanted in last year’s fair.
2024 Ride List- More rides and lower price than 2023!
Major Rides:
1. Alien Abduction
2. Avenger
3. Black Out
4. Beach Party
5. Century Wheel (Red)
6. Dreamland
7. Game Show Stage
8. Gotham's Revenge
9. Grand Prix Roller Coaster
10.Haunted Mansion
11.Insomniac Remix
12.Medusa
13. Pharoah's Fury
14. Paratrooper
15. PLUR (Spinning Coaster)
16. Scooters
17. Sleigh Ride
18. Spin Move
19. Super Shot
20. Vertigo Swings
21. Zipper
22. Zombie House’
Kiddie Rides:
1. Alpine Slide
2. Cool Bears
3. Crazy Dumbos
4. Fantasy Carousel
5. Fender Bender
6. Frog Hopper
7. Gummi Bear
8. Ice Jet
9. Mardi Gras
10. Mind Winder
11. Music Express
12. Phantom's Revenge
13. Rampage
14. Reckless
15. Saddle Up
16. Super Sonic
17. Thomas Train
18. Wacky Worm
For a full list of the upcoming events and food vendors, please click the links below
Imperial County Midwinter Fair History:
The Imperial County Mid-Winter Fair, also known as the California Mid-Winter Fair & Fiesta, traces its rich history back to 1910. Originating from a vision to showcase the agricultural bounty of the Imperial Valley, the first fair in February 1911 featured livestock exhibits, agricultural displays, and carnival rides. Over the years, the fair has evolved into a major regional attraction, offering a diverse range of entertainment, cultural performances, food vendors, and commercial exhibits. Today, it stands as a testament to the region’s agricultural heritage while providing a fun-filled experience for families from throughout the region.