LAKEPORT, Calif. — The Lake County Fair is just around the corner.

Opening day is Thursday, Sept. 1, with gates opening at 6 p.m., starting with the Blue-Ribbon Dinner where they will introduce Grand Marshal Jane Alameda.

Highlights Thursday evening include the second annual “Guns N Hoses” event. Can Fire beat Law this year? It will surely be entertaining as local law enforcement squares off against local fire in some hilarious games coordinated by Capt. Chris Chwialkowski from the Lake County Sheriff’s Office.

Friday’s fun headliner will be Mud Drags, sponsored by Twin Pine Casino & Hotel at 7 p.m. Anyone can enter at https://wgasmotorsports.com/registration/.

Also, don’t forget the Mr. & Miss Lake County Fair toddler contest at 6 p.m. and the themed floral contest at 5:30 p.m.

Starting the Labor Day Weekend off right, Saturday, is the Junior Livestock Auction with brunch at 10 a.m. and auction at noon.

The grandstand headline is the famous boat races, so come cheer on the Shark Car or participate in family karaoke.

Sunday will be Fiesta Day, sponsored by Lake County Tribal Health featuring a Jaripeo in the grandstands with bulls, dancing horses and bandas and Lake County Idol on Fiesta lawn.

This will be a fantastic fair with lots of local music, two carnivals (the kiddie carnival is back), amazing food and our own hometown community exhibits.

All grandstand events are free with admission.

Presale tickets at local businesses now or at the fair office, Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. or Tuesday and Thursday, from 1 to 5 p.m.

There will be extra free parking during the fair at Tribal Health with an afternoon shuttle by Anytime Rides.