143rd annual King County Fair entices families with good clean fun, terrific low price

2005 Archived News

Elephant ears, root beer floats, baby animals and three stages of continual high quality entertainment are on tap at the 143rd King County Fair, July 20-24 in Enumclaw -- guaranteed to be good clean fun for the whole family. What's more, all the entertainment is free with the price of admission.

"What people say they love about the King County Fair is the friendly atmosphere, a place where people of all ages can relax and have a nice time" said King County Fair Manager Sharon Roberts. "They love the old-fashioned nature of the King County Fair, and the traditional activities that make it special – such as the opening day Critter Crowning and also the dash of new activities such as the Root Beer Float Garden, offering $1 floats all day long. That's what makes this fair truly unique."

Roberts said the fair remains focused on "re-enfranchising" local communities. The fair expects to involve the family of Enumclaw NASCAR phenomenon Kasey Kahne with a merchandise booth and Kahne-autographed raffle prizes.

Don't forget to stop by the Children's Corner where you will find free crafts, games, and activities for kids of all ages. Roll up your sleeves and prepare to experience the messiest GOOD, CLEAN FUN around.

Highlights also include a Kids Day on Thursday, July 21, during which unlimited carnival rides are available for $20 from 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. or 6 p.m. – 10 p.m. and Qwest Mascot Day on Friday, July 22, where anyone dressed as their favorite team mascot gets in free from 10 a.m. - noon.

Included in the admission price is access to all the shows, with entertainment scheduled on three different stages. General admission prices are $7 for adults, $5 for children ages 6-12, and $5 for seniors 62 and over.

Hours for the fair are: July 20 & 21 (Wed & Thurs) -- 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.; July 22 & 23 (Fri & Sat) -- 10 a.m. to 11 p.m.; July 24 (Sun) -- 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.

For more information, please call the King County Fairgrounds at 206-296-8888. To learn more about the 2005 King County Fair, visit our Web site at www.metrokc.gov/fair.

143rd annual King County Fair highlights include:

Wednesday, July 20

• Opening Day Ceremonies with King County Critter Crowning Contest at 12:30 p.m.
• Senior Day: Safeway Free Breakfast and Free Admission with coupon from Enumclaw Safeway, 8 a.m. – 10 a.m.
• Concert: Rani Arbo and daisy mayhem, 8 p.m.

Thursday, July 21

• Kids Day: Unlimited rides for $20 each session, 11 a.m.- 5 p.m. and 6 p.m. – 10 p.m.
• Concert: GruVbox, 6 p.m.
• Concert: The Beatniks, 8 p.m.

Friday, July 22

• Qwest Mascot day: dress like your favorite team mascot and get in free! 10 a.m.- noon
• BMX Bicycle Stunts, 6:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
• Concert: Jonathan Harris, 8 p.m.

Saturday, July 23

• Loggers Show, 1 p.m.
• BMX Bicycle Stunts, 6:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. and7:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
• Concert: Cylas Blues Band, 6 p.m.
• Co-sponsored by KMPS: The Wakefields, 7:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m., Ruby Dee & the Snakehandlers, 8:45 p.m. – 9:45 p.m., The Swains 10:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.

Sunday, July 24

• Loggers Show, 1 p.m.
• Dodge Day: Unlimited rides for $20, 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.
• Concert: Mary Wiles, 2 p.m.