What began in 1968 as a charity fundraiser has become one of Aiken’s largest and most anticipated annual events. Every October, thousands of people flock to the fairgrounds for the 10 Best Days of Fall, according to a news release.
The Western Carolina State Fair opened Friday.
Until Oct. 13, patrons will get gate admission plus unlimited rides for just $30. After Oct. 14, the Magic Pass costs $35 and does not include the $10 gate admission.
The fair runs Oct. 14-23 at the Western Carolina State Fairgrounds, 562 May Royal Drive. For more information, including schedules, tickets and daily specials, go to LetsRideAiken.com.
Fair goers hop on the thrill rides at the Western Carolina State Fair in Aiken, SC. on Friday, October 14, 2022. Photo by Mike Adams.A local prisoner holds some dynamite at the Western comedy show at the Western Carolina State Fair in Aiken, SC. on Friday, October 14, 2022. Photo by Mike Adams.The Marshal of Tumbleweed Crossing is surprised by his prisoner at the Western Carolina State Fair in Aiken, SC. on Friday, October 14, 2022. Photo by Mike Adams.
Fair goers sample the tasty treats at the Western Carolina State Fair in Aiken, SC. on Friday, October 14, 2022. Photo by Mike Adams.There are plenty of rides for the thrill seeker to enjoy at the Western Carolina State Fair in Aiken, SC. on Friday, October 14, 2022. Photo by Mike Adams.The Himalaya is always one of the favorite rides at the Western Carolina State Fair in Aiken, SC. on Friday, October 14, 2022. Photo by Mike Adams.
Mike Adams is a Georgia Press Association award winning photographer for The Augusta Press.
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