DEADLINES FOR INDEPENDENT JUNIOR LIVESTOCK EXHIBITORS

Turlock, CA (March 3, 2010) – Deadlines for independent junior livestock exhibitors are approaching quickly for the 2010 Stanislaus County Fair.

All independent exhibitor entry information for market beef required by the Stanislaus County Fair is due at the Fair Office no later than Thursday, March 18, 2010 by 5 p.m. Independent exhibitor entry information for market sheep, pigs and goats is due no later than Monday, May 17, 2010 by 5 p.m.

For more information, such as registration forms and a list of the complete rules and requirements, please stop by the Stanislaus County Fair office at 900 N. Broadway, Turlock or call (209) 668-1333, extension 303.

The 2010 Stanislaus County Fair opens Friday, July 16 for a 10-day run.   Discounted Fair admission tickets and unlimited ride wristbands will be on sale Saturday, May 1, 2010 or visit the Fair’s website for complete ticket sale details at www.stancofair.com.   

The 2010 Fair theme is “Flavors of the Valley.” The theme will highlight food and beverage products that are processed in the Central Valley.   The 2010 Fair will also feature the highly-popular Rainforest Adventure, sponsored by Sky Trek Aviation, which debuted in 2009.    Also planned for 2010 are 10-nights of free celebrity concerts included with admission, nightly metal-mashing motorsports, rodeo events, a total of five stages of live entertainment, upwards of 30,000 local exhibits and over 1,750 animals.

To receive future Fair concert announcements by text message, text the word “FAIR” to 47645.   Fair enthusiasts can also follow how the 2010 Fair is developing at twitter.com/stancofair.   In addition, become a fan of the Fair at facebook.com/stancofair.   Fair news and event listings are also available at myspace.com/stancofair.  

            The mission of the Stanislaus County Fair is to provide a family and community oriented experience promoting agriculture, entertainment and technology.   For more information about the Stanislaus County Fair log onto its website at www.stancofair.com.