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Mendo Lake Family Life

Country Fair & Apple Show

Since 1924, the Mendocino County Fair and Apple Show has taken place in historic Anderson Valley as the grounds burst with the colors of autumn. The event includes floral displays and produce booths, racks of home-canned specialties, tables of tatted, quilted, knitted, and other domestic items, photographs and paintings, and 4-H and FFA livestock. Anderson Valley apples, cider, and local wines are all available for tasting. The entire family can enjoy the football game, C.C.P.R.A. Rodeo, Sheep Dog Trials, Classic Car Show and Parade on Sunday. Plus, Sadie the Balloon Lady, Fables of the West, Hypnotist Kellie Karl, and the carnival daily. Admission: Adults $10; Juniors 13-18 $8; Children 7-12 $6; Children 6 & under free. Unlimited ride carnival: $35 in advance or $45 at the gate. Friday–Sunday, September 13–15. 9 a.m.–Midnight daily. Fairgounds, 14400 CA-128, Boonville. mendocountyfair.com.