MEADOWLANDS STATE FAIR

Meadowlands State Fair helps kids smile State Fair at the Meadowlands Fairgrounds, East Rutherford, will donate up to 2,000 State Fair entry tickets to underprivileged children in Middlesex and Monmouth counties this spring, for use during the 19-day fair, slated to run daily from June 17 through July 5. “State Fair Meadowlands — New Jersey’s largest annual family-friendly event — is close to home, and we want to make sure that all kids, regardless of income, have a chance to come and share the fun,” said Al Dorso, president of State Fair at the Meadowlands Fairgrounds. “For our Tix 4 Kids program, we are looking to partner with nonprofit organizations throughout the state to identify children who could benefit.”
Interested outreach professionals may email tix4kids@njfair.com, with the name of their organization in the subject line. All requests must be submitted by email (no phone calls).
The fair will feature 50 food vendors and over 150 rides and attractions for all ages. This year’s fair will feature four new shows — Piccadilly Circus, with acrobats, clowns and circus animals; Sea Lion Splash, a splashy and educational summer show featuring the antics of sea lions; an Aerial Stunt Show featuring the original Batcopter from the “Batman” TV series and movie; and the “Hell on Wheels Trilogy” BMX show. Entertainment to these and other shows is free with entry ticket.
In addition to this year’s new shows, free nightly entertainment will include hypnotist Steve Bayner, racing pigs, Festival of Magic, World of Wonder/Palace of Illusion and free concerts. Families can relax in the Kid Zone, a grassy area with picnic tables, umbrellas, and space for parents and kids to unwind.
This year’s special events will include Batcopter rides, a Jersey Tomato Fight on June 26, and a “Record- Breaking Bubble Wrap Popping Event” June 27. Fair patrons are invited to participate in these events and make history. The second annual Auto and Bike Show will take place July 2 from 6 p.m. to 2 a.m., and July 3 from 2 to 11 p.m. The annual fireworks displays will be held July 3 and 4.
State Fair Meadowlands is delighted to bring you Piccadilly Circus with daring acrobats, hilarious clowns and majestic circus animals. Come one; come all to one of the greatest shows on earth with laughs and thrills from beginning to show-stopping end! FREE with your admission ticket