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You won’t need a fat wallet to watch animals be animals.
Morgan Luksic and mom Michele funneled their funds wisely.
Say hi to the cows, who won’t milk you for extra ‘moo’lah.
Paula’s Pretzels and other snack stands offer a fairly economical way to enjoy fair fare.
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Livestock meet-and-greets are included in your $8 admission.
You can even meet a princess for free. Jessica Swida was one.
No need to spend a fortune to enjoy the 47th annual Luzerne County Fair.
For $8, folks can ride all the rides they want, which are provided by S&S Amusements, and take in various exhibits, musical acts, horse shows and other attractions. They can even enter a contest or three or four.
The admission price also covers parking, unlike other venues and events.
Children ages 2 and younger will be admitted free, and senior citizens get in for $4.50.
Considering the low cost and high amount of entertainment possibilities, bargain-hunters will want to bring the whole family.
Each year, a county fair provides an inexpensive way to spend a few fun-filled summer days.
Fairs are offered in just about every county in the country. Although each is as different as the county hosting it, the one thing they all have in common is fun.
A good ol’ county fair is an all-American staple. Usually lasting for a little more than a week, fairs are packed full of many different things the entire family can enjoy. Here are some tips to help you get the full enjoyment out of your visit:
Step 1. Learn about the fair and all it offers before you go. You can get information about county fairs from the Internet; for the Luzerne County Fair, access www.luzernecountyfair.com. From this you can decide which day you want to go based on the activities and special events offered.
Step 2. If you are able to check the schedule, you will want to go through and mark the different activities you’d like to enjoy.
The Luzerne County fair will be filled with entertaining performances by local bands, a horse-jumping competition, an obstacle course for tractors, a dog-agility contest and more.
Step 3. Stop by the exhibition section.
In these areas, all sorts of local talent is on display, and you don’t have to pay extra to enjoy it.
You can find anything from quilting to painting to embroidery to home-canned foods, and you won’t spend a penny beyond the $8 you paid to get in.
If you’re a city dweller, you also can show your children that cows really do say “moo” and horses do whinny.
Step 4. Don’t forget a little extra spending money for snacks.
All sorts of local vendors will line up to give you a sample of their cuisine. You also can stop by the cotton-candy and candy-apple stands for a little something to soothe your sweet tooth and find more substantial nourishment as well. Just don’t eat too close to going on the rides.
Step 5. Enjoy those rides. They’re designed to be fun for both children and adults.
Tips and Warnings
A little extra planning will ensure you see each exhibit, show or contest available.
Know ahead of time what you’ll be expected to pay for and take extra cash for the snacks.