'NorCal County Fair' Opens This Month At Great America

SANTA CLARA, CA — A newly renovated section of California's Great America is set to open later this month, offering revelers a chance to the locally-inspired NorCal County Fair.

"From hiking and rafting amid the redwoods, soaring above the coastline's sandy beaches, cruising along wonderful scenic roadways, to enjoying the great fresh food and wine grown in its vast agriculture fields, Northern California has so much to see and do," the park writes. "NorCal County Fair will be just that: An all-new ride, a retheming of a beloved attraction, a renovated games gallery and a fully upgraded picnic area for more fun in the sun."

Barney Oldfield Speedway is reborn as Barney Oldfield's Redwood Rally, transporting racers back to the days of early roadsters. The track is adorned with classic California billboards, and the cars are designed to let kids take the wheel with their parent's help.

The refreshed games gallery features new interactive activities for the whole family, with decor inspired by Northern California's nature and culture. The renovated County Fair Picnic Grove provides bountiful dining space, with space for up to 3,000 guests, a volleyball court and picnic shelters.

Later this summer, visitors can hop aboard the Pacific Gliders, an attraction that will let guests soar high into the fresh California breeze. The new section of the park is scheduled to open on May 26.

>> Check out what's new in 2023 on the park's website.