2014 San Diego County Fair discounts for the frugal fairgoer

It’s that time of year again, time for the San Diego County Fair. And what could be fairer than saving some bucks on the fair? Here’s a listing of some of the savings available. Go here for the complete description of discounts. Best Pass Ever * Cost: $24 * What: Admission to all 24 days of the Fair * Savings: $312 (If you went every day) * It’s Worth It: If you attend 2 days at least * On Sale: At Fairgrounds, online (until July 4) * Passport to Savings * Cost: $5 * What: Booklet with promotional coupons for the Fair and around San Diego * Savings: $1,000 if you use every coupon in book * It’s Worth It: Well, if you save at least $5 with it * Includes: Free return ticket to Fair ($14 value), discounts on products, games, food, and rides at the Fair * On Sale: at the Fair * Albertson / Sav-on Fair Days * Cost: $4 * What: Tickets to the Fair for Wednesday, June 11 * Savings: $10 for adults, $4 for children * On Sale: at Albersons / Sav-on stores * Rules: $10 minimum purchase at the store required * San Diego County Ford Dealers Deal * Cost: $8 * What: Tickets to the Fair * Savings: $6 per ticket * On Sale: at all San Diego County Ford car dealers * Rules: Minimum of 4 tickets; weekday tickets only * San Diego County Toyota Dealers Deal * Cost: $14 * What: 2-for-1 adult admission coupon Savings: $7 per person * On Sale: at all San Diego County Toyota Car Dealers * Rules: weekday tickets only * Kids’ Day!  * Cost: Free * What: Admission for kids 12 and under on Tuesday June 24 and Tuesday July 1 * Savings: $8 per child * Read and get in free!  * Cost: Free What: Admission for kids 12 and under * Savings: $8 per child * Rules: Children 12 and younger who read 10 or more books, verified by a teacher or librarian * Be our guest if you’ve been laid off work * If you have been unemployed in the last 12 months, you and one guest can come to the Fair free. This offer also is available for “Golden State ADVANTAGE” card holders. Present an unemployment check stub (indicating a date between July 2013–June 2014) or your EDD debit card, with a photo ID, or your Golden State ADVANTAGE card, at the will-call window next to the O’Brien Gate. Offer good only on June 11 and June 18 *