2024 FAIR ATTRACTIONS
The Night Move Band
Grandstand Live Music on Wednesday August 28th, 2024
The Night Move Band is a 5-piece band that performs R&B, Beach, Classic Rock, and Funk music and features 4-part harmonies on many of their songs.
The Deacon Black Band
Grandstand Live Music on Thursday August 29th, 2024
The Deacon Black Band will be bringing you a variety of classic rock, southern rock, country, hair metal and dance.
Carolina The Band
Grandstand Live Music on Friday August 30th, 2024
Carolina The Band performs energetic, great songs, clean vocals, enthusiasm, and a true love for the people they sing for are ingredients of a professional music group that can be attributed to only a few out there.
The Cold Sweat Band
Grandstand Live Music on Saturday August 31st, 2024
The Cold Sweat Band specializes in Southern Rock, Classic Rock, and Classic R&B/Soul: James Brown, The Blues Brothers.
Adam Rose
Grandstand Live Music on Sunday September 1st, 2024
Adam Rose is a seasoned musician, recording artist, and worship leader from Maiden, North Carolina.
Opal Moon Band
Grandstand Live Music on Monday, September 2nd, 2024
Opal Moon Band is a regional band based in Hickory NC. We go from Dolly to Metallica and make it all sound authentic.
John Norris
John Norris will be joining us this year to show off his musical talents with songs from his debut album including “Thank God She Did” and so much more!
The Little Roy & Lizzy Show
ONE DAY ONLY – Monday, September 2nd!
The Little Roy and Lizzy Show are a bluegrass-gospel troupe led by Dove Award-winning multi-instrumentalist and vocalist Elizabeth Long and veteran picker/all-around entertainer Little Roy Lewis.
Human Cannonball “David Smith”
David currently holds six Guinness World Records for the highest cannonball shot and the farthest cannonball shot, having broken his own record three times.
The Steamers Thrill Show
New this year, “The Steamers Thrill Show”, featuring the “Wheel of Time” over 40 feet in the air, hula hooping, chair balancing, performing poodles, aerial lyra moon and so much more! This is a family friendly, exciting show you don’t want to miss!
JB Craftwork, James Brinley
Check out some of his amazing carvings and items he will have available with “JB Craftwork, James Brinley” our amazing chainsaw artist.
Agri-Golf
A 9-hole modular LED mini golf, themed in AG with facts about the local state. This is an ALL-DAY ATTRACTION staffed by two Ringling Clowns that also runs 3 tournaments per day – with prizes called “Agri-Golf”.
Doc Magic
Fabulous balloon art by an engaging entertainer: it’s just what this great fair needs!
Kiddie Tractor Pull
Join us for the Kiddie Tractor Pull, on Sunday, September 1, 2024 at 5:00 pm! Sponored by Sig’s Tire.
Carolina Helicopter Tours
Carolina Helicopter Tour rides
Starting at $30 per person
*Subject to change per weather conditions
James H. Drew Exposition
We are excited that James H. Drew Exposition will bringing their amazing rides back to the fair this year!
Camel & Pony Rides
Buffao Beals will be offering Camel & Pony Rides to purchase! Camel rides are $10, and Pony rides are $7.00.
Livestock Barn
Check out the LIVESTOCK BARN area. Take the children to see the cows, goats, sheep, and hogs! You must leave strollers, bottles, and pacifiers outside of the barn per NC Health Association.
Lew-E
Lew-E’s Comedy Circus is a high-energy comedy magic and juggling show!
Craft Barn
Be sure to walk through the CRAFT BARN. Check out the JUNIORS DEPARTMENT that groups the items that anyone 15 years and younger may enter. Area includes baked goods, sewing, agriculture, etc.
ADDRESS
Mailing Address: PO Box 1844, Hickory, NC 28603
Physical Address: 1 American Legion Ave, Newton, NC 28658
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“So don’t miss out on this year’s fair, where there is Food, Family, and Fun.” - Gary Price, President