In the words of AC/DC, “It’s a long way to the top if you want to rock n’ roll.” We experienced the climb for ourselves when we went to visit the new Rock of Ages exhibit which opened at the Fair this Wednesday. It’s a music lover’s paradise right in the middle of the Fair.…
Wordless Wednesday Winner Announced!
Thank you to those who participated in our first Wordless Wednesday photo contest! We had a guest “judge” stop by and select the winner at random for us today and the winner is… David! David correctly guessed that the photo was taken in Plaza de las Americas! The featured painting is the work of one…
Say Cheese(cake)!
Our Culinary Styles team hosts several food contests and competitions over the course of the Fair. While pre-registration is required way in advance, it’s still fun to hang out during the judging and watch the intensity of the judges and the anticipation of the contestants. Last night the Cheesecake competition was judged, with many a fine…
Wordless Wednesday
Wednesday… for most, this marks the middle of the week. For us it’s just the beginning since the Fair is open Wednesday – Sunday! To kick off the first full week of Fair we thought it would be fun to have a Wordless Wednesday photo contest! Guess the location of the photo below for a…
Shall We Dance?
There’s never a dull moment at the Fair and the annual Senior Ballroom Competition is no different. This year senior couples (ages 55+) competed for first, second and third place in the waltz, foxtrot, cha-cha, rhumba, tango and East Coast Swing. Each couple demonstrated a flair for fun, style and rhythm when they took on…
Grilled Cheese Contest
Italian Pesto and Sausage, First Place The first annual Grilled Cheese Competition marks the first live contest here at the Fair in over two years. It is just the beginning of many fun cook-offs and contests going on at Culinary Styles. Guests gathered around as six grilled cheese gurus sliced, diced, flipped and sizzled their…
Opening Day Recap
Whew! It’s hard to believe Opening Weekend is almost over… It’s been exciting and tons of fun! In case you weren’t able to make it out, we put together a brief video of some of the highlights. Check it out: Song: Glad You Came – The Wanted
Karaokefest 2012
Karaokefest wants YOU to sing your heart out! The fun-packed Karaokefest returns this year on Sept. 8th. If you missed it last year, don’t worry; the chance to sing your heart out has returned once again! Last year hundreds of crooners displayed their talents to anyone willing to listen here at the Fair. There are…
Exploring Crafter's Village
Each weekend a new festival arrives at the Fair. Opening Weekend welcomed Crafter’s Village, a marketplace of unique handmade items nestled between the bungee jump and Pets Ahoy. Of course you’ll find the typical mish mash of clothing, accessories and sportswear, all of which are great buys but there were a few vendors that really…
Purple Rain from Purple Reign
As the sun started to set and the carnival lights turned on, Prince cover band Purple Reign hopped onto the Coca-Cola Stage for a high-energy performance. Prince look-a-like and sound-a-like Jason Tenner and his band mates rocked out and played some of Prince’s biggest hits that had the crowd going all night. The show was a…
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