Showtime At the Fair
1st Annual Talent Show
Saturday, Oct. 17 • Sunday, Oct. 18, Finals
Would you like to showcase your talent at the Fair for applause, and if
you win, cash money? We will have two divisions, Division A — 16 years old
and younger, and Division B — 17 years old and older.
Awards will be given in each category: 1st Place $100 plus trophy; 2nd
Place $50 plus ribbon; and 3rd Place $25 plus ribbon.
Competition will be held Saturday, October 17, beginning at 1 p.m. Finalists will compete again on Sunday, October 18, starting at 2 p.m.
Please view complete details, rules, requirements and entry forms on
the Fair's website at www.piedmontinterstatefair.com.
We will start taking applications soon.
Contact Mrs. Brittany Kelly, Talent Show Coordinator,
at (864) 978-2550 after 5:30 p.m. or via e-mail
at [email protected] with questions.
We look forward to many of you competing in the first
'SHOWTIME AT THE FAIR" Talent Show!
GENERAL INFORMATION
Senior Citizens Day: All Senior Citizens are invited to attend the Fair on Wednesday,
October 14th. Gate admission is free from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. for those 55 years and older. Rides
will not open until 4 p.m. Buildings and concessions will open at 10 a.m. for Senior Citizens.
Cash and prizes will be given at random throughout the morning. The fairgrounds will close
at 3 p.m. for cleaning. Everyone must exit the grounds by 3 p.m.
Special Kids Day: Wednesday, October 14th will be FREE for all kindergarten, headstart
and handicapped classes with accompanying teachers and aides. Classes will be permitted to enter free to visit exhibits and animals from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. Cash and prizes
will be given at random throughout the morning. INTERESTED GROUPS MUST
PRE-REGISTER WITH THE OFFICE.
Parking: Parking is FREE. Handicap parking available directly in front of Main Gate on
first come, first served basis for vehicles with handicap placard or license plate.
First Aid: First aid care will be available during scheduled fair hours by the Wellford Rescue
Squad. Medical Aid is available next to the Fair Office. Any injury sustained on the fairgrounds must be reported to First Aid and the Fair Office before leaving the premises.
Hand Washing Stations: Hand washing stations are located throughout the fairgrounds for
your convenience. All fair guests (adults and children) are encouraged to wash their hands
with soap and water frequently during their fair visit.
Rest Rooms: Two large public rest room facilities are located on the midway.
NO ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES WILL BE PERMITTED ON THE FAIRGROUNDS.
NO CONCEALED WEAPONS ALLOWED ON THE FAIRGROUNDS.
NO PETS ALLOWED ON THE FAIRGROUNDS EXCEPT FOR THOSE APPROVED
BY THE AMERICAN DISABILITY ACT (ADA).
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PLEASE NOTE: Due to increased printing and mailing costs, the Premium Book
mailing list has been greatly reduced. The entire Premium Book does appear online
(www.piedmontinterstatefair.com) and you may print any section you desire from
the PDF files under each category. However, if you desire a book and do not receive
one in the mail, you may pick up a copy at the Fair Office or at any branch of the
Spartanburg County Library beginning in September, on a first come, first served basis.
The Fair will pay 1st Place premiums only in all exhibit halls during 2015. All other places
will be honored with a ribbon and, of course, the biggest prize of all – “Bragging Rights”!
Thank you for your patience and understanding as we strive to cut costs in order to
keep ticket prices at economical levels. We want everyone to be able to attend and
enjoy their county fair.
FARM ANIMAL DISPLAY
WAYNE HOWELL, Superintendent – 472-6955 / 529-7093 (cell)
The Farm Animal Exhibit has developed into our most popular agriculture exhibit at the fair.
It is open to all ages and everyone is invited to participate. This is a fun or hobby exhibit of
a variety of farm type animals. There is no judging or competition.
All animals must be in good health and condition. All horses, ponies, donkeys, and
mules on exhibit must have a current health certificate showing they are negative to
equine infectious anemia.
The fair provides guards around the clock, pens and cages for the animals, and attendants
to feed, water and clean up. However, exhibitors are encouraged to help take care of
the animals as you visit the fair. Each qualified exhibitor will receive a week-long pass
good for two (2) admissions daily. Absolutely NO PARKING by exhibitors or guests
on either side of the road in front of Animal Barns – SAFETY HAZARD!
** IMPORTANT NOTICE **
Announcement Concerning Avian Influenza
Commonly Called "Bird Flu"
Due to the ever increasing Avian influenza virus warnings from the state
veterinarian office, federal authorities, Clemson Extension Service and the IAFE
governing body, the Piedmont Interstate Fair has decided not to have chickens or
fowls of any kind in the Farm Animal Exhibit.
The Avian Flu is an infectious viral disease of birds that spreads very quickly
and if even one bird shows symptoms, all birds in contact have to be destroyed.
Even though we all love to view the beautiful, unique and interesting chickens displayed every year at the Fair, the risk is just too great for the animals, their owners
and other farms involved. This policy is in line with almost every fair in South
Carolina, North Carolina, and indeed, across the nation.
The fair industry stresses there have been no outbreaks of the virus at past
fairs and that the risk of infection in humans is low. Although the risks of any
problems are low, the Fair believes this change is necessary out of an abundance of
caution and is in the best interest of the exhibitors and the public.
Hopefully by next year the Avian Flu will be in check and at that time the
chickens will return for all to enjoy. This space in the Farm Animal Barn will not
be empty or idle. The Sam's Path Petting Zoo will bring additional exotic animals
to display for your enjoyment.
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