The 80s Band the Bangles and a Grilled Cheese Contest at LA County Fair

The following is from a news release from the Pomona Fairplex.

L.A. County Fair Daily Highlights – Sept. 2
The L.A. County Fair is celebrating its 91st anniversary with one big party. Here’s a list of programs and deals for Monday, Sept. 2. More information can be found at www.lacountyfair.com.

Today’s hours: 10 a.m. – 10 p.m.

Today’s Deals:
- $1 admission from 10 a.m.-1 p.m.; $1 22-oz soft drinks from 1-4 p.m.; $2 carnival rides and games from 4-7 p.m.

- Season Pass: presented by Walgreens, $24.99 for ages 6 and older at participating Walgreens

- Ralphs Any-Day Tickets: admission tickets $10 for adults, $6 for ages 6-12, comes with exclusive unlimited carnival ride wristband ($35). Restrictions apply. Presented by Ralphs.

-Cardenas Markets Any-Day Tickets: Admission tickets are $10 for adults, $6 for ages 6-12. Tickets can be picked up at participating Cardenas locations. 

- Costco Savings Pack: $54.99 for 4 any-day tickets, one parking pass and 44 carnival ride/game tickets. At participating Costco store.

- Children 5 and younger are free every day.

Today’s Top Things To Do:

The Bangles: One of the top girl bands of the ‘80s, The Bangles, along with special guest Berlin featuring Terri Nunn & special guest Martha Davis and The Motels, will be at the End of Summer Concert Series, presented by Toyota. A limited number of free general admission tickets will be available beginning at 3 p.m. at the ticket kiosk on Rose Lane. Reserved seats are available at ticketmaster.com and the Fair box office. 7:30 p.m.

Spider-Man: This popular Marvel Comic superhero visits the America’s Kids: A Living Library of Fun attraction for meet and greets. 12:30, 2:30 and 4:30 p.m.

Star Trek: The Exhibition: Daily. Live long and prosper! The new Star Trek exhibit brings guests into the depths of Star Trek fandom with original sets, props, costumes and photo opportunities at every corner.

Jumping Jack Flash: This lively Rolling Stones tribute band rocks out on the Coca-Cola stage at 7, 8:30, 10 and 11:30 p.m.

Cooking Demonstration: Join Chef Leslie for a demo on quick and healthy meals. At the Village on Broadway. 4:30 & 5:30 p.m.

Barking Buccaneers: Daily. Speaking of dogs and pirates, some pirates have become dogs. Cunning canines demonstrate their skills in Frisbee catching acrobatics and deep-sea diving. Join in the fun at Pets Ahoy.

Grilled Cheese Contest: Check out the battle for the best gourmet grilled cheese as contestants vie for a blue ribbon. Judging begins at 3 p.m. in Culinary Styles.

Wine classes: Explore the world of wine with experts Michael Jordan and Joy Cushing at the Wine & Beer Marketplace—Refreshing White Wines of Summer, 2 p.m.; Napa Valley – Incredible Diversity – Great Wines!, 4 p.m.; and Give Me Some Sugar – Sweet Wines with Cheese – Heaven!, 6 p.m.

Crafters Village: Daily. Crafters Village is home to some of the most creative vendors at the Fair. Clothing, jewelry, beauty products, paintings and other items are on display to see and purchase.