Onslow County Fair kicks off with new attractions
By ANIESA HOLMES - Daily News Staff
from: jdnews.com
The Onslow County Fair is returning next week with several new attractions as well as signature showcases this year.
The fair will be held from Oct. 1-6 on the Onslow County Fairgrounds in Jacksonville. As fall officially settles in, the fair represents a time when folks of all ages enjoy exploring dozens of games and entertainment while getting their fill of fair cuisine.
With more 25,000 visitors expected each year, Jerry Griffin, fair general manager, said making the event fresh and exciting for generations of visitors is a top priority.
“This is our 58th year of the fair,” Griffin said. “We try to change something every year so you won’t see the same things over and over each time.”
Amusement of America will provide 30 carnival classics, from bumper cars to Ferris wheels and even a small circus act with 6:30 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. shows every weeknight.
“We’re going to have two Ferris wheels this year — a big one and a smaller one that’s a little different and wasn’t on the circuit last year,” Griffin said. “They also have a human cannonball act and that’s something we’ve never had before.”
Proceeds raised from the fair help the American Legion and the Jaycees for yearly community service projects. Commercial exhibits and education and agriculture booths are always held inside of the American Legion Building. It’s also a time when residents have the chance show off their prized livestock, flowers and crafts for ribbons and recognition, sponsored by the Onslow County Agricultural Extension. The fair has traditionally supported agricultural businesses locally and throughout North Carolina for years.
The fair will host live performances featuring local acts this year at 7 p.m. and 9 p.m., and 4-H will host their annual talent show on Oct. 2 at 7 p.m. Other special features include a fireworks display on Oct. 4 at 9 p.m. and several drawings to give away MP3 players.
from: jdnews.com
The Onslow County Fair is returning next week with several new attractions as well as signature showcases this year.
The fair will be held from Oct. 1-6 on the Onslow County Fairgrounds in Jacksonville. As fall officially settles in, the fair represents a time when folks of all ages enjoy exploring dozens of games and entertainment while getting their fill of fair cuisine.
With more 25,000 visitors expected each year, Jerry Griffin, fair general manager, said making the event fresh and exciting for generations of visitors is a top priority.
“This is our 58th year of the fair,” Griffin said. “We try to change something every year so you won’t see the same things over and over each time.”
Amusement of America will provide 30 carnival classics, from bumper cars to Ferris wheels and even a small circus act with 6:30 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. shows every weeknight.
“We’re going to have two Ferris wheels this year — a big one and a smaller one that’s a little different and wasn’t on the circuit last year,” Griffin said. “They also have a human cannonball act and that’s something we’ve never had before.”
Proceeds raised from the fair help the American Legion and the Jaycees for yearly community service projects. Commercial exhibits and education and agriculture booths are always held inside of the American Legion Building. It’s also a time when residents have the chance show off their prized livestock, flowers and crafts for ribbons and recognition, sponsored by the Onslow County Agricultural Extension. The fair has traditionally supported agricultural businesses locally and throughout North Carolina for years.
The fair will host live performances featuring local acts this year at 7 p.m. and 9 p.m., and 4-H will host their annual talent show on Oct. 2 at 7 p.m. Other special features include a fireworks display on Oct. 4 at 9 p.m. and several drawings to give away MP3 players.
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