Community Banner Program

The Fair's Street Banner Program is back!

In 2024, some 680 community members of all ages showed up in their bell bottoms and poodle skirts, tie dye and parachute pants to help us promote the San Diego County Fair. More than 900 banners were installed in 23 communities throughout San Diego County. We do this in coordination with partners that are nonprofit organizations, such as business improvement districts, cities, and other community groups.

Applications are now being accepted from community leaders to nominate their group to be part of the 2025 San Diego County Fair Street Banner Program.

In order to participate, your organization should already be responsible for managing a street banner program in your local community.

Would you like your community to be involved? There is no cost to participate!

The Fair provides:

Photo shoot at your location
Backdrop and theme-related props
Design of banner artwork (includes your organization's logo)
Printing of banners
Installation and removal of banners on your designated street posts

Your organization provides:

Photo shoot location
Coordination of participants from your community (invitation, scheduling, photo releases)
A minimum of 10 banner spaces on street poles and required hardware
Distribution of printed banners at your location after the Fair

Each individual participant receives 2 free Fair admission tickets, plus their printed banner after the Fair.

Timeline:

February: photo sessions take place
Mid-May: banner installation begins
July: banner removal begins