[5] In recent years, the fair has moved away from such agricultural heritage by transitioning from livestock competitions for area growers and ranchers to hired petting zoos.

In addition to the 13-acre (53,000 m2) Ray Cammack Shows carnival,[6] the fair has an operational farm, an outdoor miniature garden railroad, California’s Heritage Square historical exhibit and America’s Kids-Education Expo.

[7] The May Concert Series features multiple nights of musical entertainment, including many well-known acts.

When the Fair was held in September, there was the "End of Summer Concert Series" which also included motocross and monster truck performances.

[10] The Los Angeles County Fair's mascot "Thummer" was introduced in 1948 as "Porky the Hitchhiking Pig".

[16] Patrollers include security guards, the Pomona Police and Los Angeles County Sheriff's Office.

The Los Angeles County Fair offers visitors a number of rides as well as a variety of food and drinks available.