Every Day at the Fair!

Happy Day Pony Rides

“Happy Day Pony Rides” is a Salinas Valley Fair tradition and we hope they will become one of your family’s traditions, too. Since 1961, Happy Day Pony Rides has been creating memories and traditions for families. Their friendly staff will ensure your little one has a great ride and provide a learning opportunity, too. Be sure to ask about their coloring pages, educational equine brochures and inquire as to where the ponies go when they aren’t playing with your family at the fair!

The Drum Heads

Be entertained with the hottest hits, timeless classics, and future favorites in this electrifying performance!

All Smiles Petting Zoo

Buck Trout

Buck Trout is a buck-toothed, nature-loving puppet who’s traded quiet mountain trails for
the excitement of fairs and festivals across the country. Since hitting the road in 1995,
he’s completed more than 50 cross-country tours and become a nationally recognized
favorite at major events everywhere.
With his upbeat personality and playful storytelling, Buck brings big laughs to audiences
of all ages. Rolling in with his trusty little truck, he delivers zany antics, quick-witted
humor, and unforgettable moments that keep kids—and adults—grinning long after the
show is over.
More than just entertainment, Buck Trout shares positive messages about having fun,
making healthy choices, and enjoying time together as a family. His warm, engaging
style makes him a must-see attraction all week long—don’t miss the fun!

The Patriotic Stilt Walker

The Salinas Valley Fair is proud to welcome the Patriotic Stilt Walker as part of this
year’s grounds entertainment. Fairgoers can catch the eye-catching performer strolling
throughout the grounds, dressed in vibrant red, white, and blue.
Towering above the crowd, the stilt walker brings a fun and festive patriotic spirit to the
event, creating memorable moments for guests of all ages. With his larger-than-life
presence, he’s easy to spot and always ready for a wave, a smile, or a photo
opportunity.
Be sure to look up—you won’t want to miss him!

The Drum Heads

The Drumheads have landed… and they’re here to rock your world!
Touching down from parts unknown, The Drumheads are on a mission to deliver
nonstop rhythm, high-energy fun, and the best music from yesterday, today, and even
tomorrow. From timeless classics to modern hits, they bring a sound that gets everyone
moving and keeps the good vibes going strong.
Don’t miss your chance to catch this out-of-this-world performance on the Steinbeck
Stage—The Drumheads are ready to bring the beat, the energy, and the excitement to
the fair. Get ready… it’s going to be a blast!

Jeremy the Juggler

Jeremy the Juggler Magician and Clown -- My performance is comedy juggling, unicycling, origami and other variety acts. For kids, my acts are silly and get the kids giggling and involved in the show. For fairs and adult audiences, my acts are usually roving - short shows from spot to spot.

One Man Band

Get ready to smile, laugh, and tap your feet with Eric Haines—our One-Man Band
sensation bringing nonstop fun to the fair!
His modern-day throwback with an old-timey twist, delivering a hilarious, heartfelt
performance that audiences instantly love. A true world traveler, Eric has wowed crowds
everywhere—and in 2025, he even had the incredible honor of performing for Dick Van
Dyke at his 100th birthday celebration!

His act is as fun to watch as it is to hear: bass drum on his back, banjo over his
shoulder, and bells and whistles everywhere else, he’s a full band all by himself! Catch
The One Man Band strolling the grounds all week long—you never know where he’ll
pop up next!

All Alaskan Pig Races

Pork-belly laughs are guaranteed when the All-Alaskan Racing Pigs come to King City!
You might not think of pigs when talking about sports, but these speedy little porkers are here to
change that. Bursting out of the gate with surprising quickness, they’ll have you cheering, laughing,
and maybe even rethinking what it means to be a “professional athlete”—and “fast food”!
The All-Alaskan Racing Pigs Race is a quirky, high-energy show that has been delighting crowds
since its debut at the Tanana Valley State Fair in Fairbanks, Alaska, in 1987.
Families love the perfect mix of humor, skill, and friendly competition, making it a can’t-miss stop for
fairgoers of all ages. With plenty of personality packed into every race, these little athletes prove that
big fun can come in small, fuzzy packages.

Magic of Louie Foxx

Step right up for laughs, surprises, and jaw-dropping fun with Louie Foxx’s One-Man
Sideshow featured all week on Steinbeck Stage!
Audiences all across North America can’t get enough of Louie—and once you see him,
you’ll know why. Blending amazing magic with laugh-out-loud comedy, Louie delivers a
fast-paced, high-energy show that keeps crowds of all ages on the edge of their seats.
His talent has earned rave reviews from big names, including Howie Mandel, who called
his performance on America's Got Talent “Fantastic,” while the International
Brotherhood of Magicians praised him as “Incredible!”
But that’s not all—Louie is a two-time Guinness World Record holder and has been
voted Best Live Entertainment for Families by the readers of Parent Map Magazine two
years in a row!
Magic, comedy, and a whole lot of wow—this is one show you absolutely don’t want to
miss, see you daily at stage!

Every Day at the Fair!

2026 Everyday Acts

Happy Day Pony Rides

The Drum Heads

All Smiles Petting Zoo

Buck Trout

The Patriotic Stilt Walker

The Drum Heads

Jeremy the Juggler

One Man Band

All Alaskan Pig Races

Magic of Louie Foxx