The Los Angeles County Fair has published its parking plan and pricing ahead of the 2026 run at the Fairplex in Pomona, with single‑day parking starting at $22.50 when purchased online and $26 at the gate. Organizers are also offering a parking season pass for $86.50 online that covers the entire fair, which runs May 7–31.
Parking will be concentrated in two lots: the Yellow Lot at Gate 17 and the Blue Lot at Gate 9. A tram service will operate most days to shuttle visitors from the more distant parking areas to the Yellow Entrance, easing the walk from outlying lots. Fair officials stress that both admission and parking transactions will be cashless this year, so electronic payment methods will be required at kiosks and entry points.
Buying parking online saves $3.50 compared with paying at the gate; for frequent visitors the season pass could be the better value. At the single‑day online rate of $22.50, the $86.50 season pass breaks even at roughly four visits, after which it represents a net savings for those attending multiple days during the fair’s three‑week run.
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Drivers should note the Fairplex’s access points when planning travel. The complex sits east of the 57 Freeway, near Arrow Highway and White Avenue. From the 10 Freeway, motorists are advised to exit at Fairplex Drive and head north; from the 210 Freeway the recommended exit is Fruit Street, continuing south onto White Avenue. Organizers also provide guidance on designated rideshare drop‑off points, ADA loading and unloading areas, and public transit connections on the fair’s website.
The parking announcement arrives as the county prepares to reopen the fairgrounds for its May program, which this year features a “Play Your Way” theme and an expanded lineup of novelty foods and attractions. With limited on‑site space and growing crowds expected, officials have emphasized purchasing parking and event tickets in advance to secure spots and to speed entry through the cashless system.
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More detailed maps of lot locations, tram hours, and instructions for accessible parking and alternate transportation options are available from Fairplex and Los Angeles County Fair organizers online. Visitors planning to attend during busy holiday weekends or special‑event nights should consider prepaying for parking or purchasing the season pass to avoid potential gate lines and limited lot capacity.
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