The Santa Clara County Fair kicked off with a ribbon cutting ceremony in San Jose Wednesday.
It’s the first time the fair has returned in full swing since 2019.
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There will be four stages with artist performances, magic shows, a beard contest and more.
Fair goers can also enjoy an art walk, livestock shows and lots of food.
The price of tickets varies, but starts at $13 for adults on weekdays and at $15 for adults Friday through Saturday. They can be bought online and ahead-of-time.
The fair continues until August 6 and will be open each week from Wednesday through Sunday. The exact hours it’s open varies by day.
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