FAIRLEA, WV (LOOTPRESS) – The State Fair of West Virginia is in full swing as it kicks off day two.
Fairgoers can look forward to a jam-packed day of entertainment, competitions, and family fun.
The gates opened bright and early at 8 AM, with carnival rides starting at 11 AM and the West Virginia Lottery building welcoming visitors at noon.
Entertainment Lineup:
FirstEnergy Live Wire Demo: 10:00 a.m., 1:00 p.m.
Catherine Hickland: 10:30 a.m., 1:30 p.m., 4:30 p.m.
Hot Glass Academy: 10:30 a.m., 12:00 p.m., 2:30 p.m., 4:30 p.m., 6:00 p.m.
Live Shark Encounter Show: 11:00 a.m., 2:00 p.m., 5:00 p.m.
Paul Bunyan Lumberjack Show: 11:30 a.m., 2:30 p.m., 6:30 p.m.
Dennis Lee: 12:30 p.m., 3:30 p.m., 5:30 p.m.
Butterfly Kingdom: Open all day from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Open Horse Show:
Fairgoers can also enjoy the Open Horse Show with events starting at 9 AM, including youth and mini horse competitions.
The West Virginia High School Rodeo also makes a return at 12 PM and 5 PM, followed by more horse show events in the afternoon.
West Virginia Building Activities:
Cooking Demonstrations: 10:00 a.m., 2:00 p.m.
Table Setting Competition: 10:00 a.m.
Wild & Wonderful Wing Competition: 4:00 p.m.
Unclaimed Property Auction: 5:00 p.m.
Grandstand Headliner:
As the sun sets, the Grandstand comes alive at 8 PM with a performance by Grammy Award-winning artist Lil Jon, joined by special guest Landon Cube.
Don’t forget to share your State Fair memories on social media with the hashtag #sfwv and tag The State Fair of West Virginia.
For more information on the livestock schedule and fair week specials, visit the official website.
