text: I haven't been to the fair in years, and I figured it was time to head back down to the fairgrounds once again to have a bit of fun while its still here.  The first time I went, I remember it clear as day, and had a blast with some friends on a Saturday afternoon.\n\nNow, I came back, and its as fun as I remember it to be.  Rides galore, with tons of things to see and do.  What I like about the fair is the following:\n\nA) you don't have to like rides to have a good time here. There's plenty to see, do and eat to keep you entertained for quite a few hours.  \n\nB) tons of food! Cotton candy, turkey legs, hot dogs and tons more to eat.  Trust me, you won't go hungry! Be careful tho, some of the food is expensive, so try to spread yourself out when eating here.\n\nC) free shows and things to do.  We saw a really cool drum circle with Native American dancers on a stage in the back.  Also went through a verizon NFL booth that had all kinds of entertainment inside related to football.\n\nD) My favorite thing of all time-THE ANIMALS!!  We saw so many sheep that were absolutely adorable I wanted to take them home with me.  They have cows, Llamas, chickens, birds, pigs, goats, the whole 9 yards.  This is worth the price of admission alone.  They also have competitions amongst the animals and thats fun to watch as well.\n\nE) Every year they have concerts here, some free some not.  There was a horse show going on in the arena when we arrived, but I do know that Korn was playing in the colliseum that night for a few extra dollars.   I know snoop dogg used to perform here too, but the concerts are fun if someone you like should come into town.\n\nThe downside to the fair is that it can be expensive as all get out.  Last I checked, it was like $20 for 24 tickets, and that gets you 2, maybe 3 rides.  I wanted to ride the Ferris Wheel SO BAD, but the price for tickets was outrageous! it would have cost to much to go on the ride for a few minutes, so I passed.  :-( I only cried for like 2 minutes over it, but I cried into my bag of cotton candy, so I didn't feel so bad when I was done. \n\nOverall, not bad, just eat before you go so you don't put yourself in the poor house when going here. No, I'm not being cheap, but I just paid $7 for a bag of cotton candy, and almost paid $25 to ride the ferris wheel one time, so if thats okay with you, then go ahead. LOL