The 15th annual Hometown Country Fair returned to CV Park on Sept. 18 after being canceled last year due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Hosted by the Crescenta Valley Chamber of Commerce, the fair had an estimated 4,000-5,000 attendees, according to the LA County Parks Dept.

“The Fair crowd seemed consistent throughout the day. Normally you get highs and lows but this seemed more consistent,” said chamber executive director Steve Pierce. “I believe the reason was the nice weather, not too hot or windy, and everyone wanting to finally get outside and do something as a family.”

And the Fair offered plenty of things to do. A petting zoo, food trucks, vendors, inflatables for kids, dog parade and even a pie-eating contest made for a full day. The crowd was generous, too; most of the vendors selling goods commented that sales were “better than expected.”     

Live music and emcee Rik Middleton kept the information flowing.

A popular attraction was the Early Rodders car show that featured dozens of classic cars. Car owners were near their cars, eager to share with guests the history of their vehicle.

Representatives from various safety personnel agencies rounded out a day that was, according to Pierce, “possibly the most successful Fair yet.”

Photos by Mary O’KEEFE