California Fairs Alliance

05/27/2026

05/20/2026

CFA Chair of the Board Laurie Giannini, President & CEO Sarah Cummings, and team member Jordan Solario joined the team from Kahn, Soares & Conway (KSC) to visit 12 legislative offices in support of California fairs and fairgrounds for our annual CFA Lobby Day.

Throughout the day, the group advocated for the important role fairs play in supporting local communities, agriculture, youth development, emergency response, and regional economies — while also highlighting support for AB 1711, authored by Assemblymember Damon Connolly and AB 2588 by Assemblymember Heather Hadwick. The team also celebrated the passage of the Senate Concurrent Resolution 173, by Senator Marie Alvarado-Gil, designating May as Fairgrounds Appreciation Month. 

Thank you to all of our fair leaders, advocates, and legislative partners who continue working together to strengthen and support California’s network of fairs and fairgrounds. Together, we are continuing to tell the story of why fairs matter across California.

05/16/2026

Western Fairs Association chair, Robin Hauck and California Fairs Alliance Chair, Laurie Giannini at the Calaveras County Fair .

05/16/2026

The Calaveras County Fair had the pleasure of hosting a Junior Fair Board meet-and-greet luncheon today! 🐸✨

Western Fairs Association President Robin Hauck spent time with the students, sharing her knowledge and passion for the fair industry while inspiring the next generation of fair leaders. From learning about the impact fairs have on our communities to exploring future opportunities in the industry, it was an unforgettable experience for our Junior Fair Board members.

A special thank you to Calaveras County Fair Director Kathy Campbell for her support and for helping make this opportunity possible! 💚🎡

Thank you to Robin Hauck for taking the time to invest in our youth and the future of fairs!

05/14/2026

Join us for CFA Capitol Advocacy Day on Tuesday, May 19, from Noon–4 PM in Sacramento!

This is your opportunity to connect directly with legislators and advocate for the vital role fairs play in our communities. During Fairgrounds Appreciation Month, there’s no better voice for our industry than the people who work on the grounds, support local events, and serve their communities every day.

Help share the importance of fairs, fairgrounds, and the impact they have across California. Your stories and experiences matter — and legislators need to hear them firsthand.

Sign up at the link below or RSVP by emailing [email protected].

We look forward to seeing you in Sacramento!

https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/MNJQRHG

05/06/2026

What is our mission: To represent the interests of California fairs with effective volunteer leadership that influences key decision-makers through advocacy, education and communication.

​Who do we serve? The 78 fairs and fairgrounds in the State of California.

05/06/2026

Honored to join CFA Chair Laurie Giannini as she was celebrated during the kickoff of the 50th Annual Frog Jump in Sacramento with Senator Alvarado-Gil.

Congratulations to Laurie, Senator Marie Alvarado-Gil and both of their teams on this incredible milestone celebration.

Here’s to 50 years of frog jumps, fair traditions, and bringing communities together!

Join us as we celebrate Fairgrounds Appreciation month, the month of May! 

04/28/2026

What does the California Fairs Alliance do? 🤔

The California Fairs Alliance (CFA) is dedicated to fostering collaboration and synergy among California fairs and their affiliated organizations through strategic planning and shared goals.

We advocate for legislation that supports the growth and success of fairs while working to increase funding through legislative efforts, grants, and partnerships. CFA also raises public awareness about the vital role fairs play in communities across the state.

Through the exchange of best practices and resources, we help fairs strengthen operations, while promoting education and professional development to support long-term success. We also encourage innovation and sustainability to ensure the fair industry continues to thrive for generations to come. 🎡🌾

04/24/2026

We’re calling on all members and partners to stand with us and take action today!

Support the CARE Act (HR 2729) in the U.S. House by submitting a letter of support.

Here’s how you can help:
• Download the support letter template
• Copy it onto your organization’s letterhead
• Personalize it with your Representative’s info and your own
• Sign the letter and save it with your company name in the file name
• Email your signed letter to [email protected]

WFA will compile and submit all letters on your behalf.

Your voice matters—let’s make it heard.

👉 Return letters by April 29 — template at the link!