State Fair Meadowlands returns to Giant Stadium lot on June 26th
By Mel Fabrikant Wednesday, May 28, 2008, 04:19 PM EDT
Night at the Fair
State Fair Meadowlands at Giants Stadium Fairgrounds will return to the Meadowlands Sports Complex in East Rutherford this summer, with 18 days full of action-packed fun for the entire family. New Jersey’s largest, annual family-friendly event will run daily from June 26 – July 13,
featuring thrilling rides, plenty of free entertainment with dazzling performers, delicious food, games, exhibits, shopping and bargain ticket nights.Fairgoers can kick off the summer with over 150 rides and attractions for all ages.
The Fair features free nightly entertainment, including magic, daredevils, adorable animals and a comedic hypnotist. This year’s new acts include Doc Swan Magical Comedy & Variety Show, the Bantu Wizards Acrobatic Troupe, the Marcan Tiger Show, and the Nerveless Nocks Family Stunt Aerialists. Returning acts include Rosaire’s Racing Pigs, Commerford’s Educational Petting Zoo and Hypnotist Steve Bayner. Strolling musicians and costumed characters will also provide entertainment throughout the fairgrounds.
Over 75 food vendors will offer an astonishing array of gastronomic treats, including cheese steaks, barbeque, pizza, Greek, Asian and Mexican delicacies, salads, ice cream, funnel cake and of course, cotton candy. Fair visitors can work off some calories in the shopping zone, which will feature CDs, DVDs, jewelry, clocks, clothing, arts & crafts, candles and more.
Fairgoers won’t want to miss the spectacular fireworks displays on July 3 and July 4, and the fantastic opening “Dollar Night” on Thursday, June 26 – where everything from parking, to admission, rides and select food items costs a buck each. Monday, June 30 is Carload Night, where everyone who fits in your car can enter for one price of $69.99, and parking is free. For more bargains and promotion days, visit www.njfair.com.
Fair hours are as follows: Monday through Thursday, 6:00 p.m. to midnight; Fridays from 6:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m., Saturdays from 2:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m., and Sundays from 2:00 p.m. to midnight. Special hours on July 3 and 4 are from 2:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m.
Advance tickets for State Fair Meadowlands are on sale now through June 25 and can be bought online at www.njfair.com or by calling 973-450-1073. Special group packages are also available.
