Countdown continues to 99th State Fair of West Virginia

FAIRLEA, WV (WVNS) — At the state fairgrounds in Fairlea, the countdown to opening day of the State Fair of West Virginia has begun.

Workers were setting up rides, and concession favorites were back on the fairgrounds, as exhibitors dropped by the administrative offices to pay fees and get tickets on Monday, August 5, 2024.

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State Fair of West Virginia CEO Kelly Collins said excitement was high, as those on the grounds counted down to opening day.

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“We’re about three days away from the 99th State Fair of WV, and if you can look around right now, it’s really exciting,” Collins said. “The vendors are moving in. All of the carnival rides are on ground, so they’re getting set up right now. Livestock exhibitors are getting ready. The barns are ready, so we’re ready to open the gates for this year.”

The State Fair of West Virginia 2024 opens on Thursday, August, 8, 2024 and ends on August 17, 2024.

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