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GFB to be front and center at Georgia National Fair!
Posted on Sep 27, 2024 at 6:51 AM
From Oct. 3-13, Georgia National Fairgrounds & Agricenter will come alive as hundreds of thousands of guests from across the state and beyond flock to Perry to celebrate the 35th Annual Georgia National Fair! They’ll experience 11 days of non-stop fun with thrilling rides, mouth-watering food, world-class concerts, awe-inspiring exhibits, and endless shopping opportunities!
Georgia Farm Bureau is a partnering sponsor and has special events scheduled for GFB Day at the Fair on Oct. 5. GFB members, volunteers and employees will meet at 9 a.m. at the north gate entrance for a photo opportunity. GFB President Tom McCall will speak at 10:30 a.m. at the South Gate near the Starbuck Learning Farm. There is no parking at the South Gate. GFB mascot Lucky will be at the GFB Booth at various times that morning until 1 p.m. From 10 a.m. to noon, GFB Ambassadors will hand out GFB swag to fairgoers at the entrance gates and at the GFB booth in the Georgia Grown Building.
This year’s fair is packed with timeless traditions, along with fresh, exciting new experiences that will keep you coming back for more!
Fair Food Fight - A Taste Sensation! The 3rd Annual Fair Food Fight is turning up the heat! This year, top judges like Big Brother runner-up Cameron Hardin, reigning Miss Georgia Lulu Louizaire, and Food Network champion Cory Jones will taste and crown the best of 20 brand-new, never-before-seen fair food creations! Imagine sinking your teeth into the Spicy Southern Roll—a freshly baked cinnamon roll drizzled with cream cheese icing, spicy pimento cheese, and Georgia-grown pecans! Or maybe you’d prefer the Magical Maryland Crabcakes, made with succulent lump crab meat and seasoned to perfection! Want to see all the delicious entries? Check out the Georgia National Fair website or pick up a fair program at any entrance gate to plan your ultimate foodie experience.
Live Music and Unforgettable Concerts! Get ready for electrifying performances! Every night at 7:30 PM, incredible artists will take the stage, including the Bellamy Brothers, Josh Turner, Warrant, Ginuwine, and Cooper Alan—just to name a few! Catch these free concerts at the Georgia National Stage and groove to non-stop tunes all day at the "Tower Stage" with rising stars like Hello Sister, Party Knights, Nashville Duo LandRey, acapella group Kazual, and many more. Head to the website for the full lineup of acts, dates, and times.
Thrills, Stunts, and Non-Stop Fun! The Georgia National Fair is offering over $1 million in value for the price of a single admission! Returning after five years is the wildly popular Mutton Bustin’, where kids can jump on sheep and hold on tight to win prizes! Also, making its debut this year is Andy Rotz Trick Roper, a thrilling Western performance featuring knife-slinging stunts with cowboy Andy and his trusty sidekick Bandit. Don’t miss the Space Adventure Thrill Show, delivering jaw-dropping daily performances with a motorcycle globe, aerial stunts, trampoline acts, and fiery displays!
Take Home a Piece of the Fair! Grab some exclusive fair merchandise from the official fair store under the Clocktower and in Heritage Hall! From limited edition shirts and hats to cozy sweatshirts, there's a souvenir waiting for everyone. With over 100 unique vendors throughout the grounds, including the McGill Marketplace and Georgia Grown Building, you’re sure to find one-of-a-kind Georgia treasures!
Livestock and Art Exhibits Galore! No visit to the fair is complete without exploring the competitive livestock exhibits and stunning fine art displays. Walk through any of the 14 barns and arenas to see Georgia's best youth exhibitors showcase their blue-ribbon-winning swine, goats, sheep, cows, horses, llamas, and rabbits! Be sure to check the full livestock event schedule and view the entire Georgia Living line-up online.
Don’t Miss the Best 11 Days in Georgia! From the Livestock Barns to the Super Himalayas, make sure you don't miss out on the ultimate 11-day extravaganza at the Georgia National Fair in Perry, from Oct. 3-13! Discover ways to save by visiting on Discount Days (Oct. 3, Oct. 8 and Oct. 9), when admission is only $10 for everyone, or celebrate on Patriotic Day (Oct. 6), when military members and their immediate families get FREE admission! Plus, kids 10 and under always get in FREE!
Skip the lines and save money with a Mega Pass, which includes admission and an unlimited ride armband for just $35. Grab your admission tickets and Mega Passes today at GeorgiaNationalFair.com and get ready for the most exciting experience of the year!
See you there!
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