KRON 4 News: Lezla Gooden reports from the 2026 Santa Clara County Fair

KRON 4’s Lezla Gooden reports live from the Ferris wheel at the Santa Clara County Fairgrounds. Local parents and children share their experiences enjoying opening day, carnival rides, and family-friendly activities at one of San Jose’s largest annual events. The 82nd Santa Clara County Fair took place August 19–23, 2026, at the Santa Clara County Fairgrounds in San Jose. The event featured carnival rides, live music, fair food, animal exhibits including the Livestock Auction, cultural performances, and family-friendly entertainment. Highlights included racing pigs, feeding butterflies, children’s activities, and local art. The Fair brought together families and communities from across the Bay Area to celebrate local culture and tradition. Learn more at https://thefair.org/. #SantaClaraCountyFair #SanJoseEvents #BayAreaEvents #FamilyFun