Its that time of year again in just over a week, the Washington State Fair will be starting up at the Puyallup Fairgrounds, just down the road from Willow Hill Apartments! The fair runs from September 2nd to the 25th, bringing with it a wide variety of attractions and events. Types of fun available this year include:
Concerts: This years performances include Tim Mcgraw, Alan Jackson, Kid Rock & Uncle Kracker, Creedence Clearwater, Smash Mouth, Jeff Foxworthy & Larry the Cable Guy, Train, and many more.
Rodeo: Featuring bull riding, bareback and saddle bronc riding, roping, steer wrestling, and barrel racing, plus the Rodeo Parade and Cattle Drive.
Rides: Rides range from the Sillyville rides for kids 32 or taller to Midvale fairground rides for everyone else, and extreme rides such as the Classic Coaster, Extreme Scream, and the Rainer Rush inverted roller coaster.
Food: Whether you are looking for a juicy burger, a traditional fair scone, or something out of the ordinary, the Washington State Fair offers a variety of food options to excite your taste buds.
Attractions: Unique highlights of this years fair include Discover the Dinosaurs, a unique exhibit with moving replica dinosaurs to touch and see, dinosaur riding, themed inflatables, a dino dig, and gem and fossil panning; art shows and crafting classes, including the Hobby Hall, an exhibit focusing on crafts and collecting; and the Friday Fireworks Spectacular.
Animal Exhibits: Featuring the Piglet Palace, draft horse and driving demonstrations, and the Fair Farm.
Art & Culture: Art shows, hands-on art instruction, giant pumpkin carving, and La Fiesta de Don Andres" a Latin cultural fair with contemporary music and performances.
Shopping: With over 900 vendors at the fair, theres almost more to buy than you could wrap your head around. Whatever youre after, for yourself or for someone else, youll find it at the fair.
Contests: Competitions this year include the Emerald Queen Casino Best of Fair Awards and the Ultimate Fan contest at the Ultimate Tailgate party, not to mention fairground booths and prizes in abundance!
For admission prices and other information, check out the State Fairs website here. Get Ready for the Washington State Fair
Its that time of year again in just over a week, the Washington State Fair will be starting up at the Puyallup Fairgrounds, just down the road from Willow Hill Apartments! The fair runs from September 2nd to the 25th, bringing with it a wide variety of attractions and events. Types of fun available this year include:
Concerts: This years performances include Tim Mcgraw, Alan Jackson, Kid Rock & Uncle Kracker, Creedence Clearwater, Smash Mouth, Jeff Foxworthy & Larry the Cable Guy, Train, and many more.
Rodeo: Featuring bull riding, bareback and saddle bronc riding, roping, steer wrestling, and barrel racing, plus the Rodeo Parade and Cattle Drive.
Rides: Rides range from the Sillyville rides for kids 32 or taller to Midvale fairground rides for everyone else, and extreme rides such as the Classic Coaster, Extreme Scream, and the Rainer Rush inverted roller coaster.
Food: Whether you are looking for a juicy burger, a traditional fair scone, or something out of the ordinary, the Washington State Fair offers a variety of food options to excite your taste buds.
Attractions: Unique highlights of this years fair include Discover the Dinosaurs, a unique exhibit with moving replica dinosaurs to touch and see, dinosaur riding, themed inflatables, a dino dig, and gem and fossil panning; art shows and crafting classes, including the Hobby Hall, an exhibit focusing on crafts and collecting; and the Friday Fireworks Spectacular.
Animal Exhibits: Featuring the Piglet Palace, draft horse and driving demonstrations, and the Fair Farm.
Art & Culture: Art shows, hands-on art instruction, giant pumpkin carving, and La Fiesta de Don Andres" a Latin cultural fair with contemporary music and performances.
Shopping: With over 900 vendors at the fair, theres almost more to buy than you could wrap your head around. Whatever youre after, for yourself or for someone else, youll find it at the fair.
Contests: Competitions this year include the Emerald Queen Casino Best of Fair Awards and the Ultimate Fan contest at the Ultimate Tailgate party, not to mention fairground booths and prizes in abundance!
For admission prices and other information, check out the State Fairs website here.