1950s San Bernardino County Fair photos offer nostalgic blast to past
Take a trip back in time with these vintage 1950s photos from the San Bernardino County Fair, where the images capture a nostalgic look at how the fair brought families together decades ago.
- The 79th San Bernardino County Fair will run over two weekends in late May with a “May the Fair Be With You” theme.
- Entertainment includes a Demo Derby, bull riding, and a Junior Livestock Auction.
- The concert series features country artist Colt Ford and a Latin Night with Voz De Mando.
The entertainment lineup for the 79th edition of the San Bernardino County Fair in Victorville has been announced.
With this year’s slogan “May the Fair Be With You,” the Star Wars-themed fair is scheduled from May 23 to May 25 and from May 29 to May 31, at the fairgrounds, at 14800 Seventh Street.
The two-weekend fair includes the High Point Dirt Series with Tuff Trucks and more on May 23, the Demo Derby on May 24 and the Western Heritage Pro Open Bull Riding event on May 25.
The fair’s Concert Series includes country music artist Colt Ford on May 30. Latin Night will take place on May 31 with bands Voz De Mando, Los Cadetes De Linares and Conjunto Elevado.
The SBC Fair’s Junior Livestock Auction is also scheduled on May 30.
Colt Ford
Ford is a Georgia-born singer, songwriter, rapper, musician, performer and co-founder of Average Joes Entertainment.
He is best known for blending country, Southern rock and hip-hop into a genre industry leaders call “country rap” or “hick-hop.”
Ford has spent his career collaborating across genres, building a dynamic discography that includes millions of sales and billions of streams. From Toby Keith, Brad Paisley, Keith Urban, Jermaine Dupri and Bubba Sparxxx to members of No Doubt, Lit, and Lady A, the country-rap troubadour has carved out his own unique space in the music world.
Ford co-wrote Jason Aldean’s RIAA-certified hit “Dirt Road Anthem,” and Brantley Gilbert’s “Country Must Be Country Wide” — both of which reached No. 1 on Billboard’s Hot Country Songs chart.
In 2021, “Thanks for Listening” soared into the Top 10 of the Top 200, also claiming the No. 1 spot on the Billboard Rap & Independent charts.
In parallel, he placed six songs on the Hot Country Songs chart, with “Back” (feat. Jake Owen) reaching the Top 40.
Among his numerous accolades, Ford earned a nomination for “Vocal Event of the Year” at the Academy of Country Music Awards for his collaboration on “Cold Beer” with Jamey Johnson in 2011.
Ford’s 2023 record, “Must Be The Country,” was born out of his fight against eye cancer, showcasing his vocal range and delivery.
After undergoing surgery to remove a tumor, Ford was tested once again with a diagnosis of Myasthenia Gravis, an autoimmune disorder that affects his facial muscles and neural connections.
In 2024, Ford suffered a near-fatal heart attack after a performance in Arizona, where he collapsed and died twice, the performer said.
Drawing strength from his love for family, friends, and fans, Ford powered through his recovery, which became a wake-up call.
Undeterred by personal health challenges and with a renewed sense of purpose, Ford hit the ground running with his new release, “Hell Out Of It,” featuring Michael Ray, on Feb. 21, 2025.
Food and fun
The SBC Fair will feature carnival rides, various food options and plenty of vendors offering homemade products, food, clothing, home furnishings, spas, cooking ware and more.
The event will also include exhibits ranging from crafts and fine art to food and gardening.
For admission tickets, exhibit entry forms and more information, visit sbcfair.com or facebook.com/SanBernardinoCountyFair.
Daily Press reporter Rene Ray De La Cruz may be reached at [email protected]. Follow him on X @DP_ReneDeLaCruz
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