Carnival rides in both the public and kiddie carnival were provided by Butler Amusements. It was a favorite of many fairgoers.

 

DIXON, CA (MPG) - The 148th annual Dixon May Fair from May 8 to 11 is a popular tradition that, according to May Fair CEO Patricia Conklin, takes approximately a year to organize.

“Around 60,000 people come to this fair and you have to have entertainment, food, restrooms, etcetera. There are a lot of moving parts, especially considering competitive ventures like livestock, photography and art,” said Conklin,

The May Fair hosted a multitude of attractions and entertainment at the Dixon Fairgrounds, 655 S. First St

May Fair activities included carnival rides by Butler Amusements, strolling entertainment such as Flo the Clown, the Allied Propane Kids Zone and the Western Express Railroad Trackless Train.

Multiple buildings were dedicated to community contributions, such as fine art and photography, adult home arts and crafts, adult baking, youth and 4-H exhibits, and a floriculture pavilion with youth and adult gardens. Available amenities included a sensory station, a livestock area, a wine room featuring Solano County wineries, a commercial building for shopping and more than 30 food vendors.

The Dixon May Fair from May 8 to 11 offered activities such as strolling entertainment, the Allied Propane Kids’ Zone and the Western Express Railroad Trackless Train. Photo by Nicolas Brown

First Northern Bank also sponsored three grandstand events, each costing $40 in addition to the entry fee. Events included Flying U Bull Riding on May 9, the Max Kakkl Motorsports Truck and Tractor Pulls on May 10 and the Moondog Motorsports Demolition Derby on May 11.

With so much to offer, each fairgoer had their own favorite part of the May Fair. For Adam Durksen, who previously attended the fair twice, the event is a good time overall and his children enjoy it.

“My kids enjoy it and the destruction derby’s pretty cool,” said Durksen.

On the other hand, Leanne Vroom, a young actor for Dixon Community Theater, previously attended three times with friends. To Vroom, the food options are the best part.

For siblings Ava and Beckett Smith, both attending for their second time, the May Fair makes them “happy overall.”

Fairgoers had access to multiple amenities, including a wine room, sensory station and more than 30 food vendors. To Leanne Vroom of Dixon Community Theater, the food options are the best part of the fair.

According to Nicole Swaleh, who participated in the Dixon May Fair Parade with Dixon Little League’s Mudcats T-ball and Single a River Cats, the fair is a fun tradition.

“The fair is fun and the kids always look forward to it,” said Swaleh. “It is fun to be part of a Dixon tradition that people look forward to.”

The Dixon May Fair is held once a year and, according to Conklin, is a labor of love.

“The people who work here and make this happen love the community and the fairgrounds. They are so excited when people appreciate their labor, because they work hard to make this event successful,” said Conklin.

For more information on the Dixon May Fair or future May Fair events, visit dixonmayfair.com or call 707-678-5529.