Fair Fun, What’s your favorite?

Yes, it is true the carnival is in town. In case you did not know the Fort Bend County Fair is in full swing. From food & wine to rodeo & carnival rides every night this week you and your family can be entertained. For all age groups there is something fun at this year’s fair.

For the kids the bright lights and sounds of the carnival are irresistible. There is no doubt the Midway is the favorite spot for most of the younger generation. Ferris wheel, scream rides and carny games with big stuffed animals keep kids.

If food is your ticket, you have a few options. Funnel cakes, roasted corn and turkey legs are all on the menu. However veteran fair goers may have their favorites. My personal favorite food vendor is the St John Fisher Catholic Church Mexican food booth. Tamales, tacos and stuffed jalapenos have an incredible taste and flavor. They have been able to serve up good food and maintain a wonderful reputation for years. I am not sure who is cooking, but I am thinking a Bobby Flay showdown needs to be considered.

Returning for the second year as entertainment is the Michael Mezmer Comedy Hypnosis Show. This show is fun for the entire family. Several people from the audience go under hypnosis and do some funny & silly things. One of the most enjoyable parts of the show is to know some of these gutsy volunteers who are randomly picked from the audience. This is a sleeper hit at the fair and a must see show.

Shopping, Shopping and more Shopping. There are indoor and outdoor vendors with a long list of items for sale. If you are into bling, there are several booths that will shine bright to you. Everything from Jewelry, purses and funky flip flops can be found.

Animal action and attractions are all over the fairgrounds. Kids 4H and FFA projects can be found in the livestock barn. The most rewarding is watching kids show their animals they have raised all summer. Pigs, lambs, steers and rabbit and many more can be seen. In the Rodeo arena, every night you will see some type of competition. Cowboy and cowgirls will show off their riding skill and horsemanship.

Live music, art exhibits, a wine bistro and several other attractions can all be found at this year’s fair. The fair gates & midway open at 5pm during the week and at noon on Saturday.

The cost of a ticket for admission = 10 dollars, the cost of a funnel cake = 3 dollars, the cost of supporting youth = PRICELESS!

For schedule of events and more information visit the
Fort Bend County Fair Assoc. Web site at... fbcfa.org