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It's a Wild Ride and Other Fun at Sonoma County Fair

A cool breeze brought families out Wednesday for bull riding, music, livestock, the flower show, horse racing and carnival rides.

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Sonoma County Fair officially opened Wednesday, with the theme of "Cruise on In!"

The fair will run for 17 days, through Aug. 12, but will be closed Mondays. Gates are open 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily. For a list of events, ο»Ώclick hereο»Ώ.

This is our initial gallery from Santa Rosa Fairgrounds, complete with bull-riding carnival ride. Can you see yourself on that beast?

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The Sidewalk Procession from Santa Rosa Wednesday Night Market (4th and E streets) will begin at 7 p.m. and continue to the fairgrounds.

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