Cumming Country Fair and Festival, Opening Day!



The Cumming Country Fair and Festival is in town through Oct. 14 at the Cumming Fairgrounds.

Opening Day, Thursday, Oct. 4:

FAIR HOURS:

• 4 p.m. to 10 p.m.

FAIR SPECIALS:

• Free admission compliments of Northside Hospital-Forsyth 

• $18.00 for unlimited rides (New rides include the X-Factory, Circus Train, Wave Swinger and Tea Time)

• Parking Fees: $3.00, Handicap Parking  $3.00

FAIR EVENTS (Ground Acts):

• Brian Ruth "Master of the Chainsaw" - he is not called the "Master" for nothing. Ruth will transform a raw, 2-foot long log into a true work of art with only a chainsaw. Ruth has been carving sculptures with a chainsaw for more than 20 years. All carvings will be auctioned on Saturday, Oct. 13 at 7 p.m. Performance hours: 5:30 p.m., 7:30 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. 

• North Georgia Petting Zoo and Pony Rides - the petting zoo is located in the big red barn at the fairgrounds. The zoo provides a fun and educational experience for all ages. There are bison, zebra, cows, rabbits, llamas, ponies and more. Open daily during fair operating hours.

• The King BMX Stunt Show - features professional BMX riders who perform high-flying aerial stunts and technical maneuvers. Performance hours: 6:30 p.m., 7:30 p.m. and 9:30 p.m.

• OSCAR the Robot - is a sophisticated, robotic people magnet! He generates and entertains crowds with his wonderful wit and outgoing personality wherever he appears! Radio controlled with an advanced two-way audio system, OSCAR actually listens and responds to captivated audiences and his built-in video system, with cameras, VCR and color TV, enables him to promote any product service or event. His animated head and arms, music and sound effects all add to the magic, as he dances with amazed customers, prospects or other guests. Visits daily during fair operating hours.

• Kachunga and the Alligator Show - from deep in the swamps of Florida, comes KACHUNGA! Watch in astonishment as he apprehends a ferocious man-eating reptile with his bare hands. This not only an educational, and fun show, but above all, it is safe for everyone to view. You’ll feel your adrenaline surge as you witness a man pit his strength and agility against nine feet and 300 pounds of lashing tail and gnashing jaws in a dangerous dance of reflexes and cunning. Kachunga is a real American Bushman who dares to step foot into the wet domain of the alligator, and would make Crocodile Dundee look like a wimp. Performance hours: 6 p.m. and 8 p.m.

• New This Year: Horses, Horses, Horses - Lisa Dufresne will delight and entertain the entire family. She has taken her life-long love and passion for animals and transformed it into a stunning show of animal mastery. She is traveling with three horses and nine American miniatures. Her horses perform five acts, including a comedy show. Performance hours: 6 p.m. and 8 p.m.       

• The Great James H. Drew Exposition Carnival Midway - A cornerstone of the fair, the famous James H. Drew Exposition returns with the world's most progressive midway. Featuring more than 40 rides and numerous games that will surely provide fun for all! Rides require purchase of 2 to 4 coupons per person.

CONCERTS:

• The first concert performances will be Friday, Oct. 7, beginning with Chris Cauley at 7 p.m. and Gloriana at 8:30 p.m. The concerts are free with paid gate admission.

Cumming Patch will bring you daily specials and events including concerts, ground acts and local entertainment. If you're going to the fair, be sure to e-mail your photos and videos to liz.kennedy@patch.com.

Click here for directions to the Cumming Fairgrounds and remember no alcohol, pets or coolers allowed.

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