Alabama National Fair: Rides, Food, Rock Wall, Money Machine
Since 1954, the Alabama National Fair has offered “The 10 Best Days of Fall,” and this year’s Alabama National Fair has plenty of new attractions as well as familiar favorites.
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Alabama National Fair Adds ‘Money Machine’ for Guests to have a Chance to Win $1,000
The Alabama National Fair is just around the corner and they have a lot of new fun games for everyone to try. One of their newest attractions is the Money Machine. Guests to the Alabama National Fair can step inside the Money Machine and have a chance to grab as much cash as they can in under 35 seconds. The…
Alabama National Fair Facing Another Year During The Pandemic
The Alabama National Fair is a Montgomery tradition but this tradition is now faced with another year during the pandemic. Nearly 70 years ago Kiwanis Club of Montgomery members came up with the idea for the first Alabama National Fair.
Alabama National Fair Returning to Garrett Coliseum This Fall
Organizers of the Alabama National Fair are hopeful that events can return to normal this fall, after they had to make adjustments last year due to the coronavirus pandemic.
Alabama National Fair Raises Money for Local Charities
The Alabama National Fair wrapped up on Sunday, Oct. 18, with a successful turnout despite the pandemic and mother nature. Things looked a little different this year, with no indoor activities, vendors, less rides, and limited attendance. Though, Garrett Coliseum was still open to nearly 7,000 residents each day. The fair is one of the biggest fundraisers for the Kiwanis…
Monday Is an Alabama News Network Day at the Alabama National Fair
Alabama News Network is proud to host two days at the Alabama National Fair again this year. Our first Alabama News Network Day is Monday. It’s School Day, with students through the 12th grade able to get through the gates for $5. Adults are $10. Children under 5 are free with a paid adult. Wristbands are $15. Here is the…
State Health Officer Weighs in on Alabama National Fair
The Alabama National Fair is back next month, but things will look pretty different. Alabama News Network talked with Randy Stephenson, the director of the fair, who said they’re limiting the capacity to 30%, that’s about 7,000 patrons. And when it comes to rides, there will be about half the amount you would normally see… 32 this year– all to…
Alabama National Fair to Go On as Planned
According to officials, the Alabama National Fair will go on as planned in October. The fair has been held for 66 consecutive years. It is put on by the Montgomery Kiwanis Club. Many local charities depend on the fair’s proceeds for donations. Thousands of dollars and hundreds of pounds of food are collected for charity at the fair. In March,…
Alabama National Fair Underway from Now through Oct. 14
The 2019 Alabama National Fair, presented by the Kiwanis Club of Montgomery, is underway at Garrett Coliseum. The fair has been a Montgomery tradition since 1954. This year’s event promises even more rides, food and fun. This year’s fair features Bell Biv Devoe on Saturday, Oct. 5 and Rodney Atkins on Sunday, Oct. 13. There are two Alabama News Network…
Livestock, Exhibits Attract Fair-Goers to Alabama National Fair
Since 1954, The Alabama National Fair has been one of Montgomery’s most popular attractions, featuring carnival rides, prizes, and delicious fair foods. And while those are what helps bring in people, it’s the southern heritage of the fair that keep those people coming back. In Alabama, the heritage includes fun competitions and many exhibits. “This whole thing is based on…
