The all-new Afton Fair features an exciting new and expanded midway with rides for all ages, a variety of family entertainment, fireworks displays (Tuesday/Saturday), adrenaline-pumping motorsports, animal exhibits & shows, community exhibits, hot-air balloon rides (tethered; $20) and favorite fair food.

Entertainment highlights:

• Fireman & Community Parade (7 pm Tuesday)
• Truck & Tractor Pulls (7 pm Wednesday)
• Demolition Derby (7 pm Friday)
• Stock Car Dirt Track Races (7 pm Saturday)
• The Dinosaur Experience
• Grand Illusions by the Blooms
• World of Wonders Amazement Show — Old-time sideshow acts under the big top (a sword swallower, fire eater and more), plus over 30 bizarre exhibits in the fascinating Museum of Marvels

Fair admission (includes live entertainment): $5; free for kids under 36″ tall. Parking is free.

Unlimited ride wristbands (for riders 36″ & taller) are $25 on site or online before 5 pm Aug. 5 for $20 each or 4/$75. Ride tickets are also available on the midway.

Fair hours: 11 am-11 pm. Midway hours: 1-10 pm Tuesday – Thursday and 1-11 pm Friday – Saturday

More information: 607-639-1525 or Afton Fair (opens in a new tab)