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WWW.UPANDCOMINGWEEKLY.COM 16 UCW AUGUST 30 - SEPTEMBER 6, 2023 The Ultimate Cumberland County Fair Experience is Back at the Crown Complex by JAMIE BISHOP Calling All Fairgoers! Get ready to mark your calendars for September 1 through 10, 2023 and prepare for the most exciting event of the year - the Cumberland County Fair is returning with a bang! Yes the wait is FINALLY over and all your favorite yearly traditions will be promising an unforgettable experience for everyone. What can you expect this year? Brace yourself for heart-pounding excitement as the fair will bring back the livestock shows, exhilarating rides, thrilling games, and, of course, the beloved beer garden. But wait, there's more! Some incredible new additions to make this year's fair even more extraordinary. Get ready to witness jaw-dropping fire performers, marvel at freestyle motocross trick riders defying gravity, and be mesmerized by mind-boggling magic shows. But that's not all - the fair plans to take audience participation to a whole new level! Prepare to be part of live game shows where you can showcase your skills and win amazing prizes. e fun never stops at the Cumberland County Fair. Now let's talk about everyone's favorite part - the food! Indulge in all-time classics like juicy turkey legs and irresistible corn dogs that are sure to satisfy your cravings. But hold on tight because they've got some mouthwatering surprises in store for you this year. Prepare your taste buds for a culinary adventure like no other. And don't forget about the fantastic lineup of live music performances that will keep you grooving throughout the fair. Get ready to dance your heart out and enjoy incredible talents from various genres every single day. So mark your calendars, gather your friends and family, because the Cumberland County Fair is going to be THE place to be! Join in the fun and be ready to create memories that will last a lifetime. See you at the fairgrounds! 2023 Cumberland County Fair Schedule Friday, Sept. 1: Open at 5 PM FREE ADMISSION for Healthcare Professionals $5.00 admission for kids 3-12 All Others: $10.00 admission for all individuals 13 and older. Saturday, Sept. 2: Open at 1 PM $10 Admission for adults and children 3 years of age or older Sunday, Sept. 3: Open at 1 PM Faith and Family Day $5.00 off by presenting your church bulletin at the Box Office $5.00 admission for kids 3-12 All Others: $10.00 admission for all individuals 13 and older. Monday, Sept. 4: Open at Noon Sensory Day from 12pm-3pm/Regular Operation after 3 PM Limited rides with no music and no lights from 12pm to 3pm with regular fair operations resuming afterwards $10.00 admission for adults and children 3 years of age and older For the complete press release, schedule, and special days for the 2023 Cumberland County Fair visit www.cumberlandcountyfair.org Daily highlights and special announcements will be posted on the Cumberland County Fair facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/ CCFairNC/ Cumberland County Fair. e Cumberland County Fair seeks to provide an opportunity to showcase and preserve the history and legacy of the agricultural communities in Cumberland County; to celebrate the diversity of local arts and crafts; to promote a safe setting for fun, healthy family entertainment featuring music, state of the art amusement rides, and animals; and to encourage an environment of friendly competition for all ages. EVENTS JAMIE BISHOP, Staff Writer. COMMENTS? Editor@upandcomingweekly.com. 910-484-6200. Photo courtesy of Pexels. Christian music station local your