2018 ANTELOPE VALLEY FAIR AND ALFALFA FESTIVAL Holy Cow We’re 80 Now! Fact Sheet As of 7/24/2018
EIGHTIETH (80th) ANNUAL ANTELOPE VALLEY FAIR AND ALFALFA FESTIVAL EVENT PRESENTED BY: IBEW (Local 11) / NECA (Los Angeles) THEME: Holy Cow We’re 80 Now! DATES: Friday, August 17 – Sunday, August 26, 2018 EVENT HOURS: 8/17-8/25: 4p.m. to midnight 8/26: 4p.m. to 11p.m. LOCATION: Antelope Valley Fair and Event Center 2551 West Avenue H, Lancaster, CA 93536 GENERAL PARKING: Gate 1 - $10 cash only GENERAL ADMISSION: Presale $7.00 - available until 8/16. $11.00 after 8/16 SEASON PASS: Presale $15.00 – available until 8/16. $18 after 8/16. Valid ALL 10 days of Fair – online purchase only CARNIVAL Presale $25.00 - available until 8/16. $35.00 after 8/16 WRISTBANDS: KIDS (5 AND UNDER): Free with paid adult admission YOUTH Presale $7.00 – available until 8/16. $8.00 after 8/16. (6 TO 11 YEARS): MILITARY Sponsored by Budweiser and IBEW/NECA Thursday, 8/23. Free admission for APPRECIATON DAY: Active/Retired Military & Dependents. Military ID and Photo ID’s required. Red carpet welcome with commemorative lanyards and dog tags for Military and family members. SENIOR DAY & Sponsored by High Desert Medical Group Monday, 8/20 – Gates open 2p.m. for SPECIAL NEEDS Seniors 62 and older, special needs citizens and their care providers. Lunch is CITIZENS DAY: provided. Admission and Parking is FREE 2-4p.m ONLY KIDS DAY: Monday, 8/20 – Gates open at 4p.m. Kids 11 and under enjoy FREE admission after 4p.m. Adult supervision required.
FOOD DRIVE: Grace Resources Canned Food Drive from 4-6p.m. Donate 5 cans and get 1 FREE admission and ride ticket
FOOD DRIVE: Grace Resources Canned Food Drive, Tuesday, 4-6p.m. Donate 5 cans and get 1 FREE admission and ride ticket BOOK DRIVE: Rotary Club of Lancaster Book Bride, Wednesday, 4-6p.m. Donate 1 new or 3 gently used elementary school books for 1 FREE admission and ride ticket
WEBSITE: http://www.avfair.com APP: Available in Apple Store and Google Play starting Friday, July 27 SOCIAL MEDIA: #AVFAIR2018 #HOLYCOW80NOW #SEEYOUATFAIR
NOTE: ALL ACTS, PRESENTATIONS AND DISPLAYS SUBJECT TO CHANGE FAQ’S: On-line with tips, restrictions and more
ANTLEOPE VALLEY FAIR AND ALFALFA FESTIVAL / PALMDALE AUTO MALL CONCERT SERIES INFO:
Free Grandstand seating for all Palmdale Auto Mall Concerts with paid admission. First come, first seated. Admission is included in paid Palmdale Auto Mall concert ticket.
Chaka Khan/Sheila E. Friday, 8/17. Concert Starts at 7:30 p.m. Chaka Khan Headliner: 10x Grammy Award Winner. Known as the “Mother of Funk” Famous R&B, Funk Superstar has mesmerized fans for decades. Known for high-energy pop dance tunes Top billboard chart hits include: I’m Every Woman, I Feel For You, Tell Me Something Good, Sweet Thang and countless more. Shelia E.: Known in the music industry and by fans as the “Queen of Percussion”. Grammy award winning Is an electrifying singer with countless top hits including: The Glamorous Life, Love Bizarre, Koo Koo and Droppin’ Like Flies.
STYX / Jake Rose - Saturday, 8/18. Concert Starts at 7:30 p.m. STYX Headliner: Progressive 70’s pop band with an acclaimed rock and roll pedigree American Rock band from Chicago has been thrilling rockers for nearly 4 decades Award winning with consecutive multi-platinum albums Musical hits include: Lady, Too Much Time On My Hands, Come Sale Away, Renegade and numerous other top forty hits. Jake Rose: Upcoming singer/songwriter Music collaborations have included Keith Urban, Kid Rock, and Colt Ford
Los Tigres Del Norte - Sunday, 8/19. Concert starts at 7:00 p.m. Grammy award Norteno band based out of San Jose with origins in Rosa Morada, Mocorito, Sinatoa, Mexico Event is expected to be a sellout – get your tickets early No festival seating this year - go to AVFair.com for ticket pricing and info
Chase Rice / Devin Dawson - Monday , 8/20. Concert Starts at 7:30 Chase Rice HEADLINER: Both acts are American Country music singer and songwriter sensations. Chase Rice is best known for his energetic live shows. Rice is known for his edgy/electric sounds with top hits like Ready Set Roll, Everybody We Know Does, and more Devin Dawson Devin Dawson has been proclaimed by some as the “Soul Sonic” with top Country Hits like All On Me, Dark House and I Don’t Care Who Sees.
The Fray /Bay Ledges - Tuesday, 8/21. Concert Starts at 7:30 The Fray HEADLINER The Fray is an award winning – Double Platinum adult alternative / rock band Enjoy classic soft rock sound – Antelope Valley Fair is the perfect venue for this band Join the millions of fans who rave about the music and their personal experience Countless global hits include: How To Save A Life, Over My Head, Love Don’t Die, Break Your Plans The Bay Ledges The Bay Ledges hail from L.A. Bay Ledge music blends a unique folksy guitar sound with pop electronic production. Safe, Mango, and more
Justin Moore / Walker County - Wednesday, 8/22. Concert Starts at 7:30 Justin Moore HEADLINER American Country music sensation Justine Moore has released three consecutive No.1 albums Moore was recognized by the Academy of Country Music Award for New Artist of the Year (2014) Newest album “Kinda Don’t Care” is rockin’ the county music charts Moore had seven top ten singles hits, including: Kinda Don’t Care, You look Like I Need a Drink, Pick-Up Lines, Somebody Else Will, and more. Walker County: Sister duo singers along with their father, Billy Walker who plays lead guitar The traditional country band has shared stages with country greats like Dwight Yoakum, Willie Nelson, Loretta Lynn, Martina McBride – just to name a few The band is known for their soulful, traditional country sound missed with southern rock flair.
RALLY / KIA ARENA EVENTS: Thursday 8/23 - Figure 8 Race sponsored by Cullen Insurance. Event starts at 7:30 p.m. FREE with paid admission. Friday 8/24 – TRAXXAS Monster Truck Destruction Tour Show. Event starts at 7:30p.m. Ticket required. Ticket includes Fair Admission. No Free Grandstand Seating. Saturday 8/25 – Rural Olympics & Fireworks sponsored by Learn4Life. Event starts at 6:00p.m. Free with paid Fair admission. Sunday 8/26 – Demolition Derby sponsored by Cullen Insurance. Event starts at 6:00p.m. Ticket required. Ticket includes Fair Admission. No Free Grandstand Seating.
NEW THIS YEAR: In addition to the Grandstand Concerts and Arena Events, guests will have the opportunities to enjoy amazing fair food, a robust and safe carnival, interactive displays, free music, dancing and more. New experiences this year include:
Antelope Valley Fair App: Download on any smart phone mobile device. A simple and easy way to buy tickets, view venue map, see what’s free, find favorite foods, rides and more! The Backyard: Located just north of the main entry. Hang with family and friends, enjoy the best local brews and wines, play corn hole, bocce ball and more! Youth Film Festival: Located in the Van Dam Pavilion next to the photography exhibits. Watch short films that are written, directed, shot and edited by local youth. 80’s Flashback Party: Saturday, August 26th from 7:00 to 11:00p.m. at the Corona Cantina Stage. Dress, dance, sounds, style and looks of the 80’s. Prizes, games, and fun!
FREE THINGS (WITH GENERAL ADMISSION, CONCERT OR ARENA TICKET): Fair fans are encouraged to get there early to enjoy unique fairground experiences and with unique Fair exhibits and displays. Check out the blog on AVFair.com for complete list and details COMING SOON!
1. Free Grandstands to all the Palmdale Auto Mall Concerts 2. Picture with Alfie 3. Jr. Livestock Auction 4. Download the Fair App 5. Home Arts Entries in the Van Dam Pavilion 6. Fair pins at the inFAIRmation Booth 7. Rally Kia Arena Event: Figure 8 Race and Rural Olympics 8. Fireworks Show after the Rural Olympics 9. 80’s Flashback Party on Sat. 8/25 10. Rural Museum 11. Pig Races 12. Wild Animals 13. Science Exhibits 14. Ag Mechanics 15. Shopping in the H.W. Hunter Pavilion 16. 4-H Projects 17. Petting Zoo 18. Goat Mountain 19. Dancing at Various Stages 20. Big Wheel Ride with Concert Ticket 21. Line Dancing 22. Special Baking Contests every day of Fair in the Home Arts building 23. Photo Opportunities 24. Youth Film Festival in the Home Arts Building 25. Play some games in The Backyard! 26. Clowns 27. Get hypnotized by Tina Marie the Hypnotist 28. Balloon Animal by Skip Banks the Balloon Man 29. Rotary Club of Lancaster Book Drive 30. Grace Resources Canned Food Drive 31. Vote in the People’s Choice Food Competition 32. Read a Book with a Queen 33. Wine Tasting at The Backyard on Tues. 8/21 34. Performances on Community Stages
DAILY HIGHTLIGHTS: Complete Daily schedules updated regularly on AVFair.com and available in the Credentialed Media room.
FRIDAY, AUGUST 17, 2018 2:00 to 3pm – Youth Film Festival (invited media guests only) 4:00 p.m. to Midnight - Fair Hours 4:00 p.m. - Opening Ceremony 4:00 to 5:00 p.m. - FREE ADMISSION & PARKING 6:30 p.m. Exhibit Judging 4:00 to 9:00 p.m. Media Center Open in H.W. Hunter Foyer 7:00 /7:30 p.m. Various Stage entertainment begins 7:30 p.m. Palmdale Auto Mall Concert Series: Chaka Kahn and Shelia E.
SATURDAY, AUGUST 18, 2018 4:00 p.m. to Midnight - Fair Hours 4:00 to 9:00 p.m. Media Center Open in H.W. Hunter Foyer 6:30 p.m. Exhibit Judging 7:00 p.m/7:30 p.m. Various Stage entertainment begins 7:30 p.m. Palmdale Auto Mall Concert Series: STYX and Jake Rose
Sunday, August 19, 2018 4:00 p.m. to Midnight - Fair Hours 4:00 to 9:00 p.m. Media Center Open in H.W. Hunter Foyer 5:00pm – Budweiser: Estrella Jalisco Jersey Day 6:30 p.m. Exhibit Judging 7:00 p.m. – Palmdale Auto Mall Concert Series: Los Tigres Del Norte 7:00 p.m/7:30 p.m. Various Stage entertainment begins
Monday, August 20, 2018 2:00 p.m. – High Desert Medical Group’s Senior Day, Special Citizens. Early FREE Entry and Parking (2:00 to 4:00 p.m. ONLY) 4:00 p.m. to Midnight - Fair Hours 4:00 to 9:00 p.m. Media Center Open in H.W. Hunter Foyer 6:30 p.m. Exhibit Judging 7:00 p.m/7:30 p.m. Various Stage entertainment begins 7:30 p.m. – Palmdale Auto Mall Concert Series: Chase Rice with Special Guest Devin Dawson
Tuesday, August 21, 2018 4:00 p.m. to Midnight - Fair Hours 4:00 to 6:00p.m. – Grace Resources Canned Food Drive 4:00 to 9:00 p.m. Media Center Open in H.W. Hunter Foyer 5:00 to 7:30p.m. – Local Wine Tasting in The Backyard 7:00 p.m/7:30 p.m. Various Stage entertainment begins 7:30 p.m. – Palmdale Auto Mall Concert Series: The Fray and Bay Ledges
Wednesday, August 22, 2018 4:00 p.m. to Midnight - Fair Hours 4:00 to 6:00pm – Rotary Club of Lancaster Book Drive 4:00 to 9:00 p.m. Media Center Open in H.W. Hunter Foyer 5:00pm – Golden Road Corn Hole Tournament 7:00 p.m/7:30 p.m. Various Stage entertainment begins 7:30 p.m. – Palmdale Auto Mall Concert Series: Justin Moore and Walker County
Thursday, August 23, 2018 9:00 a.m. Kiwanis Jr. Livestock Auction – R. Rex Parris Show Arena 4:00 p.m. to Midnight - Fair Hours 4:00 p.m. to Midnight – Military Appreciation Day sponsored by Budweiser, IBEW/NECA 4:00 to 9:00 p.m. Media Center Open in H.W. Hunter Foyer 4:30 p.m – Bidders BBQ 7:00 p.m/7:30 p.m. Various Stage entertainment begins 7:30 p.m. – Rally Kia Arena Event: Figure 8 Races sponsored by Cullen Insurance. FREE event with paid Fair Admission
Friday, August 24, 2018 4:00 p.m. to Midnight - Fair Hours 4:00 to 9:00 p.m. Media Center Open in H.W. Hunter Foyer 7:00 p.m/7:30 p.m. Various Stage entertainment begins 7:30 p.m. – Rally Kia Arena Event: Monster Trucks. Ticket required. Monster Truck ticket includes Fair admission. Tickets start at $15
Saturday, August 25, 2018 4:00 p.m. to Midnight - Fair Hours 4:00 to 9:00 p.m. Media Center Open in H.W. Hunter Foyer 6:00 p.m. – Rally Kia Arena Event: Rural Olympics & Fireworks. FREE grandstands with paid Fair Admission. Sponsored by Learn 4 Life
7:00 p.m/7:30 p.m. Various Stage entertainment begins 8:00 p.m. 80’s Flashback Party sponsored by Adelman Broadcasting. Music, dancing, prizes, and games at the Corona Cantina Stage.
Sunday, August 26, 2018 4:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. – Fair Hours 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. Media Center Open in H.W. Hunter Foyer 6:00 p.m. – Rally Kia Arena Event: Demolition Derby sponsored by Cullen Insurance. Ticket required. Demolition Derby ticket includes Fair admission. Tickets start at $15 7:00 p.m/7:30 p.m. Various Stage entertainment begins 11:00 p.m. FAIR OFFCIALLY CLOSES
For more information on the Antelope Valley Fair and Alfalfa Festival, please visit www.avfair.com NOTE: ALL ACTS, PRESENTATIONS AND DISPLAYS SUBJECT TO CHANGE FAQ’S: On-line with tips, restrictions and more
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