SUMMER FAIR OPENS IN MISSISSIPPI

AMANDA McCOY/SUN HERALD The Coast Coliseum Summer Fair kicked-off this week with a multitude of rides, shows and booths for the whole family to enjoy.

Thursday, Jun. 10, 2010
Summer Fair equates to summer fun

SUN HERALD

Pirates performing high-wire feats, street magic, juggling, circus acts and swine races are just some of the free shows and entertainment featured at this year’s Mississippi Coast Coliseum Summer Fair that began Thursday and continues through Sunday, June 20.
Now in its 24th year, the fair is a family favorite event with music, mid-way rides, games and contests for everyone.
Other free shows include a petting zoo, cloggers, cooking demonstrations, cheerleading and more.
Admission is free Sunday through Thursday and just $5 on Fridays and Saturdays for ages 13 and older.
Gates open at 5 p.m. Monday-Friday and 1 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday.
Prices for rides include pay-one-price of $20.
Pay-one-price ride times are Monday-Friday from 5 p.m.-10 p.m.; Saturday-Sunday 1 p.m.-6 p.m.; Sunday, June 14, with extended POP ride times from 1 p.m.-9 p.m.
Rides expected this year include the Mega Drop, Crazy Mouse Roller Coaster, ReMix and Fireball.
Details of free shows and entertainment:
n Pirates of the Colombian Caribbean Aerial High Wire Show is a pirate sword fight 25 feet in the air.
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