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    West Virginia State Fair kicks off today

    By Austin Simms,

    5 hours ago
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    FAIRLEA, WV (LOOTPRESS) – The State Fair of West Virginia kicks off today, Thursday, August 8, 2024, promising a day full of fun and excitement for attendees of all ages.

    The gates open bright and early at 8:00 AM, with carnival rides starting at 11:00 AM, and the West Virginia Lottery opening at noon.

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    Entertainment Highlights:

    FirstEnergy Live Wire Demo: 10:00 AM & 1:00 PM

    Catherine Hickland: 10:30 AM, 1:30 PM, & 4:30 PM

    Hot Glass Academy: Multiple shows throughout the day, starting at 10:30 AM

    Live Shark Encounter Show: 11:00 AM, 2:00 PM, & 5:00 PM

    Paul Bunyan Lumberjack Show: 11:30 AM, 2:30 PM, & 6:30 PM

    Dennis Lee: 12:30 PM, 3:30 PM, & 5:30 PM

    Eating Contest – Funnel Cake: 2:30 PM

    Butterfly Kingdom: Open all day from 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM

    Open Horse Show:

    Youth Barrels and Poles: 9:00 AM

    Youth Day: 12:00 PM

    Youth High School Rodeo: 12:00 PM & 5:00 PM

    West Virginia Building Activities:

    Christmas Tree Decorating: 10:00 AM

    Cooking Demonstrations: 10:00 AM & 2:00 PM

    Quick & Easy Beef Dish Competition: 1:00 PM

    There will also be a performance by the Turnpike Troubadours at 8:00 PM on the Grandstand.

    Attendees are encouraged to share their fair experiences on social media using the hashtag #sfwv, and tag the fair in their posts for a chance to be featured.

    For more details on today’s events and the full livestock schedule, visit statefairofwv.com .

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