Each summer, we look forward to the week-long series of
farm-themed events that is the Warren
County Farmers Fair. You have probably driven past the fairgrounds at Rt. 519 and Strykers' Road, where it's held each year. If you
appreciate the country life, then you will surely enjoy yourself at the fair. There's
something for people of all ages!
Highlights:
The Demo Derby:
What can I say... it's a smashing good time! This is actually held separately
from the rest of the fair, meaning you have to buy tickets if you want to get
in – and it's only held I think 2 nights out of the week. Watch local racing
enthusiasts crash their hand-decorated antique beater cars into each other
until there's only one guy standing. Roaring engines, smoke, fire and
destruction... what could be better? Current admission is around $12.
The Livestock and Craft Tents:
What would a county fair be without plenty of cows,
chickens, horses, sheep, rabbits and pigs? The livestock tents at the Warren
County Fair prove to be a fun spot for parents and kids to visit where they can
view, learn about, and sometimes even pet, different types of farm animals. Last
summer we admired baby pigs, goat kids, prize horses, lop-eared rabbits and
designer chickens among others. The year before that, our neighbor won a prize
for his cat that walks on a leash and does tricks.
The Kids' Rock Band (and other music):
I will have to research the name, but each year we've
watched and listened to the fantastic rock band made up of school age kids,
wowing the crowd with old-school favorites from Black Sabbath, Led Zeppelin and
more! Catch these mini rockers in the evenings... way cool stuff.
The Rides!
At night, the Warren County Fairgrounds becomes a veritable
carnival where kids and teens can go for low-cost thrills on the ferris wheel,
the whip, the cups, mini roller coaster, carousel, and all the favorite
carnival rides we grew up with. With cotton candy, soft pretzels, lemonade and
an array of carnival games and amusements, you really can't go wrong.
The Food:
From hot dogs to ice cream waffles to funnel cakes to polish
sausage, there is always a large selection of tasty, err, fare at the Warren County
Farmers Fair!
Craft, Garden and Vendor Tents:
Peruse handmade creations from local crafters; explore
prize-winning garden veggies, and of course explore a variety of goods from
vendors of all types.
Events All Week Long!
The Warren County Farmers Fair also features a tractor pull and ATV
mud bogging which are both free for fairgoers; horse shows, a hay bale rolling
contest, antique tractor displays, and the annual Hot Air Balloon Festival
which is something to see (but unfortunately I have yet to experience it
because we always seem to be away on the day that it's held).
For the full scoop on this local favorite, visit http://www.warrencountyfarmersfair.org/.