Cheap Fun at the State Fair

Free with Admission at the Tennessee State Fair!
In addition to FREE parking all day, everyday; there’s so much to do for FREE once you’re inside the fair gates. So, grab your $5 admission ticket from Kroger, and follow us for family fun!
Entertainment Zones:
• Agriculture Zone: The state fair goes back to its roots in this exciting and educational zone! Families can take in animal judging, Future Farmers of America (FFA) contests and activities, 4-H activities, mule pulling, and much more!
• Art and Gaming Zone: Families are invited to come out and play in this interactive, entertaining zone that encompasses areas such as Tiny Acres and the Game Hype Experience, and features shows such as the Chef Landry Comedy Show and the Fairest of the Fair competition. This zone also features the Children’s Coloring Station, the Parents’ Rest Station, the Toy Train Exhibit, the Creative Arts competitions, and the Market Place, featuring a variety of goods from sunglasses to fudge.
• Family Fun Zone: This is the place everyone in the family will want to be! Family Fun Zone is home to Volunteer Village, McDonald’s Kids Country, Randall’s Racing Pigs, BMX Stunt Showcase, Extreme Canine Stunt Dogs, and the Helicopter Trapeze Act. In addition, families can enjoy magic shows, a flight simulator and photo booths.
• Extreme Teen Zone: Teens will have a blast in this zone made just for them. There will be a variety of high-energy activities to choose from, including the S.A.A.F.E. Program Driving Safety Course, the World’s Largest Cell Phone from Cricket, and karaoke competitions.

Activities, Shows and Events:

• Volunteer Village: Travel back in time to the days of sorghum making, spinning, quilt making, gristmill, mining, bluegrass, story telling and lumberjack shows. It’s a trip to the past that the whole family will enjoy.

• Helicopter Trapeze Act: The whole family will be thrilled by the daring acts of The Nocks, the unique group of performers who thrill crowds around the country with their feats of bravery.

• Extreme Canine Stunt Show: This show will take place in the Family Fun Zone once a day throughout the 10-day fair period. The whole family will love seeing rescue dogs catch Frisbees, and do tricks in one of the most entertaining, high-energy animal acts in the country!

• Live music and shows on three stages: Nashville is known the world over for music, and the fair will show attendees why! From country stars of Nashville Star to fan favorites from Can You Duet, to up-and-comers, three stages will be rocking throughout the fair’s run. Other shows – including dance competitions, karaoke showdowns and even ice cream eating competitions – will take place on the fair’s main stages as well.
• Randall’s Racing Pigs: Randall’s High Diving Racing Pigs perform stunts and race for Oreo cookies in the Family Fun Zone.

• BMX Stunt Showcase: This unique stunt show features some of the top ramp riders in BMX, plus Flatland BMX riders, inline skaters and skateboarders.

• Game Hype Experience: Families can take a shot at Wii, Xbox, or Playstation 3 in this high energy game zone! Rated E for EVERYONE!
• Great Lakes Timber Family Show: The Lumberjack show features chainsaw carving, axe throwing, wood chopping, one and two-man crosscut sawing, modified chain sawing, log rolling and loads of clean family humor.

• Chef Landry’s Comedy Dinner Show: Chef Landry provides a generous supply of family humor, along with appetizing Cajun dishes. He begins with a lesson in authentic Cajun cooking, peppered with the Landry brand of humor, and culminates with several Creole dishes.
• Baird’s Petting Zoo: Located in McDonald’s Kids Country, Baird’s Petting Zoo offers hands-on fun for all ages! Little ones will love getting up close and personal with friendly farm animals.

• Tiny Acres Interactive Farming Exhibition: Fun for the next generation farmer! Tiny Acres engages little folks with hands-on experience and appreciation of the time and energy that the American farmer puts into bringing food to the family table.

• Green Acres Interactive Environment Exhibition: This is the place for Tennessee families to learn to live a little greener! Experts will be on hand to show families fun ways to incorporate earth-friendly activities into their daily life.

One-Day Freebies:
• The Festival of The Nations: (September 12, 11 a.m.) The whole family will love this celebration of world cultures. Fairgoers will get the chance to see music, dance, art and food exhibits from around the world. The celebration will take place on the infield in the speedway, and each of the 30 cultures represented will participate in the state’s largest cultural parade around the track.
• Krystal Hamburger Eating Contest: (September 19th 2 p.m.) Watch superstars of the competitive food eating world devour Krystal hamburgers until they’re all eaten!
• Guitar Hero Competition (September 20) Finalists from qualifying rounds will play in the championship to claim the title of Guitar Hero champion!
• Karaoke Showdown: (September 20) In true Nashville fashion, the fair will offer would-be superstars the chance to sing their hearts out in the nightly Karaoke Showdown, and then finalists will complete for first, second and third place in the finals.
• Purity Ice Cream Eating Contest: (September 12th & 19th at, 2:30 p.m.) Bring on the brain freeze! Finalists from qualifying rounds will compete for first place in this super cool eating competition!

The Tennessee State Fair is Family Friendly!

The September 11-20 Tennessee State Fair has been revamped with educational and entertaining rides, games, shows and activities for the entire family. From a Guitar Hero Competition to a hands-on green living exhibition, the year’s fair has zeroed in on family fun.

One new addition to the improved fairgrounds is McDonald’s® Kids Country; a play zone designed for children three to eight years old. McDonald’s® Kids Country is located in the fair’s Family Fun Zone and is equipped with a playground, bouncy bounces, and a petting zoo. The Davidson County Sheriff’s Office will participate in teaching children about fingerprinting and child safety.

McDonald’s® Kids Country is next to Volunteer Village; where children’s imaginations will be sparked as they learn about life as a pioneer. Mining, quilting, bluegrass and lumberjack exhibitions will treat the entire family to an entertaining learning experience. For those with tinier tots, Tiny Acres teaches hands-on lessons about the agriculture process; beginning at the farm and ending at the market.

A variety of entertaining acts that the whole family can enjoy will grace the fair’s stages. The entire family will marvel at the talents of the dogs featured in the Extreme Canine Stunt Dog Show. Fair-goers can take home a few tricks to teach their family pet! But dogs aren’t the only thing you’ll find at the fair. No fair is complete without the heated competition of Randall’s Racing Pigs.

The Extreme Teen Zone offers paintball, go-karts, karaoke, and S.A.A.F.E; a joint partnership with the Davidson County Sheriff’s Office and the Governor’s Highway Safety Program.

Families will also have the opportunity to take a trip around the world at the Festival of the Nations; held on September 12 from 11 a.m. – 8 p.m. Fair-goers will experience cultural traditions; including dance, music and customs from countries from around the world.

“This year’s fair recognizes the importance of spending time as a family, and that is why we have created a place where every family member can learn and have fun,” said Chrysty Fortner, Director of Marketing for the Tennessee State Fair. “With the variety of attractions and contests, families will find something that will make lifetime memories.”

This year’s state fair will hosts numerous contests including baking, hamburger eating, ice cream eating, as well as arts & crafts. Other contests like the Guitar Hero Competition and the Wii Bowling contest allow for the entire family to compete in one contest, raising the level of fun and competition at the fair!
Another key focus of the fair is being environmentally responsible. The fair can teach your family how to ‘be green.’ At the Green Energy Expo, environmental experts will show families how to incorporate eco-friendly activities into daily routines and explain how this year’s fair is green.

There are endless opportunities to learn and be entertained at this year’s state fair. With ticket prices as low as $5.00, and the convenience of finding something for everyone inside one fun-filled day, the Tennessee State Fair is a perfect family getaway.

For more information on the Tennessee State Fair or ticket and discount information, please visit the fair’s Web site at www.tennesseestatefair.org.

The Tennessee State Fair, September 11-20, 2009
In its 104th year, the Tennessee State Fair boasts a partnership with the world’s largest midway company, North American Midway, to bring the absolute best in rides and entertainment to the families of Tennessee. In addition to the Midway, families can experience the second largest goat competition in the United States, the largest cattle competition in Tennessee, competitions paying out more than $200,000 to talented Tennesseans, fun for little ones in the Kids Zone, nostalgia in Volunteer Village, great food and big fun!

For more information on the fair please visit www.tennesseestatefair.org.

You can also follow the fair on Twitter at http://twitter.com/TNStateFair and on Facebook through the Tennessee State Fair Group for the latest updates.

The Family Fun Zone

The Family Fun Zone is located on top of the hill in front of the show arena, and is the center ring of our ground entertainment.

Our national touring shows will be here for the whole run of the fair. This year will include Randall’s Racing Pigs; which is always a crowd favorite. Come watch pigs race for their prized Oreo cookie. Check out the Extreme Canine Stunt Dog Show, a nation-wide traveling show; where you will see dogs do tricks you never thought existed!

Experience breathtaking heights with a BMX show! Keith King BMX stunt showcases some of the some of the top ramp riders in BMX. Also featuring Flatland BMX riders as well as inline skaters and skateboarders.

Tropical Illusions is “Magic with a Message” using a combination of illusions, animals and music, Chris and Audrey Moss create a memorable and educational experience for their audience. They promote environmental awareness and making wise choices that will protect our natural resources that are shared by all living creatures. Learning about the Circle of Life was never more fun!

You can experience all of these great shows in the Family Fun Zone during the Tennessee State Fair. Don’t miss it!

107.5 The River Round-a-bout

Karaoke? Yes please! If you have the talent of singing and think you can “strut your stuff”; enter our 107.5 The River Round-a-bout Karaoke Contest; hosted by Donna Noack. This stage is located near the entrance to the Midway. Sign-ups nightly at 7 p.m. The competition begins at 8 p.m.

Each night the Top two singers selected by judges will be asked back for Sunday’s Final Round
Final Round is scheduled for Sunday, September 20th Check in: 6:00 p.m.

Can you handle the pressure? Maybe you just want to be a spectator? Come on out and enjoy some of Nashville’s finest karaoke.

Apply to work at the 2009 Tennessee State Fair

There are countless ways to be a part of MY STATE FAIR. We’ll list them here until we run out of space or memory, whichever comes first.

Volunteer, sheriff’s deputy, temporary employee, fair visitor, contestant, police officer, competitor, judge, gate attendant, entertainer, mounted posse, spectator, stunt man, media representative, concessionaire, sponsor, vendor, paramedic…get the idea? Pick one and help us to make the 104th running of the Tennessee State Fair the best State Fair in decades.

Be a part of the fair that made history….and apply to volunteer, entertain, bring in concessions or gain temporary employment. However you decide to participate, we’ve been expecting you, so come on!

Click HERE for more information!

Extreme Canine Stunt Dog Show To Feature at Fair

It’s a bird, it’s a plane; no— it’s Barkley? This year at the Tennessee State Fair; you’ll see lots of dogs. The Extreme Canine Stunt Dog Show is to feature 3x a day. The show is run by Chris Perondi, and features rescue dogs. Witness 50+ jaw dropping tricks, stunts, and more! This show is worldwide known and is something you don’t want to miss! You can visit Extreme Canines by clicking here.

Also to feature at Extreme Canines: A dog adoption site is in the works for the Tennessee State Fair! Check out a different adoption agency set up each day at the Extreme Canines Site! Find your new best friend at the Tennessee State Fair; September 11-20.

Stay tuned to our website at www.tennesseestatefair.org for more information

Festival of Nations

Coming new to the State Fair this year is the Festival of Nations! September 12th, 11 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. on the infield of the Nashville Speedway. See music and dance from Asia, United States, Africa, Middle East, Europe, Latin America, Caribbean, and many more countries. Experience cultural immersion by tasting foods, shopping in the international street market, and embracing the Festival of Nations; an international music and culture festival. Tickets will be available July 1 at international retail outlets in Nashville for $8.00 (Free State Fair admission with purchase of Festival of Nations ticket). Check back soon to www.tennesseestatefair.org for more information about ticket sales and entertainment line-up.

Visit the Festival of Nations Website at: www.festivalofthenations.net

No July Fair Board Meeting

There will be no July 2nd Fair Board meeting due to the July 4th Holidays. Stay updated on www.tennesseestatefair.org for the next Fair Board meeting date!

Enter your recycled art in our creative arts competition!

Kids! This is your chance to enter the Tennessee State Fair’s Creative Arts Compeition! All you have to do is create a peice of art using recyclable materials. You may enter up to 8 peices of art!

Recycled ribbons will be awarded in two categories:
* General Art (Lot 1): will be judged on appeal. Use recycled items to create your own unique peice of art! The art can be 2 or 3 dimensional.

* Repurposed Art (Lot 2): Take a “used/found” object and transform into art or other another use. (Example: Make a wind chime out of coke bottles, etc)

Every entry must be made from 100% recycled products! Children must be no older than 17. There are no size restrictions on the artwork as long as it is transportable by the participant.

Visit our website at www.tennesseestatefair.org for entry details, forms, and the schedule. There is a $1.00 per entry charge for all artwork entered.

Kid’s Country in the works

New to the fair this year, McDonald’s and MomsLikeMe.com’s Kids Country provides fun for not only the outgoing child, but for mom to sit back and relax while her child explores the world of hands on learning.

There will be plenty of activities for the children to enjoy. The Davidson County Sheriff’s Deputies will be on hand to offer child-fingerprinting and give tips to parents about child safety. Kids can enjoy the petting zoo, super bounces, rope ‘em corral, sand box, silly picture area and a sidewalk chalk area.

Kid’s Zone is sure to provide lots of photo opportunities for mom and dad! Be sure to check out our Kid’s Country page on the Tennessee State Fair website.  Click here to learn more about Kid’s Country.