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Riding out the final fair day with abundant sunshine
Read full article: Riding out the final fair day with abundant sunshineIt’s the last day of the 2024 Greater Jacksonville Agricultural Fair and if football isn’t your thing today, consider riding out your Sunday eating and playing around outside at the fair.
Need a green thumb? You can find it at the Greater Jacksonville Agricultural Fair
Read full article: Need a green thumb? You can find it at the Greater Jacksonville Agricultural FairThe Greater Jacksonville Agricultural Fair is more than just rides and food. It‘s an ’agricultural' fair, after all.
The Jacksonville Fair is relocating to the Westside — but not as soon as anticipated
Read full article: The Jacksonville Fair is relocating to the Westside — but not as soon as anticipatedThe 2024 Greater Jacksonville Agricultural Fair will begin Nov. 7 at the current Jacksonville Fairgrounds next to Everbank Stadium. Meanwhile, construction for the fair’s new location on the Westside is underway, according to officials.
The Jacksonville Fair is a tradition for many. Will you be going this year?
Read full article: The Jacksonville Fair is a tradition for many. Will you be going this year?The Greater Jacksonville Agricultural Fair is getting ready for its opening on Thursday evening, and crews at the fairgrounds are working hard to make the yearly event a success.
Jacksonville Agricultural Fair returns Thursday with new shows, contests
Read full article: Jacksonville Agricultural Fair returns Thursday with new shows, contestsThe Greater Jacksonville Agricultural Fair is getting ready for its opening on Thursday evening, and crews at the fairgrounds are working hard to make the yearly event a success.
‘Safety is priority’: State inspectors check rides at Greater Jacksonville Fair Association ahead of opening day
Read full article: ‘Safety is priority’: State inspectors check rides at Greater Jacksonville Fair Association ahead of opening dayState inspectors were on hand looking at the Greater Jacksonville Agricultural Fair rides on Wednesday — one day before it is slated to open.
Ride failed inspection before opening of Jacksonville fair
Read full article: Ride failed inspection before opening of Jacksonville fairThe Dizzy Dragon ride at the Greater Jacksonville Agricultural Fair has not been allowed to operate since it failed inspection Thursday, before the fair officially kicked off that evening, due to a list of problems that could compromise rider safety, according to an inspection report.
Nor’easter conditions delay opening of Jacksonville Fair gates Saturday
Read full article: Nor’easter conditions delay opening of Jacksonville Fair gates SaturdayDays after the gates officially opened for the Greater Jacksonville Agricultural Fair’s 65th installment, the fair is adjusting its schedule Saturday because of rough weather from a nor’easter pounding Northeast Florida.
65th Jacksonville Agricultural Fair celebrates opening night on Thursday
Read full article: 65th Jacksonville Agricultural Fair celebrates opening night on ThursdayThe fair was canceled last year because of COVID-19, so many are anticipating its return. It will take place Thursday, Nov. 4, through Sunday, Nov. 14.
Cloudy, mild night, waking up to showers Friday
Read full article: Cloudy, mild night, waking up to showers FridayJACKSONVILLE, Fla. - Today was warm, topping out in the unusually warm 80s, with partly cloudy to mostly cloudy skies. The nice weather does NOT last, we are waking up to showers Friday morning. We will wake up in the upper 40s on Saturday morning with partly cloudy skies. Expect a gorgeous afternoon under partly cloudy skies, topping out in the mid 70s. The mild mid 70s carry into Tuesday, but our forecast turns chilly again on Wednesday, only topping out in the upper 50s.
Jacksonville fair ride that injured 7 people last year was 'counterfeit'
Read full article: Jacksonville fair ride that injured 7 people last year was 'counterfeit'The I-TEAM has uncovered details of the accident on the Sky Flyer ride that injured seven people, including five children, during the Greater Jacksonville Agricultural Fair in 2018. Copyright 2019 by WJXT News4Jax - All rights reserved.
Everything you need to know about 2019 Jacksonville fair
Read full article: Everything you need to know about 2019 Jacksonville fairThe 2019 Greater Jacksonville Agricultural Fair will take place Thursday, Nov. 7, through Sunday, Nov. 17. Bill Olson, CEO and president of the Jacksonville fair, also told News4Jax that there will be security in place to ensure the safety of fairgoers. Answers to frequently asked questions and more information can also be found by visiting jacksonvillefair.com or calling the Greater Jacksonville Fair office at 904-353-0535. ConcertsUncle Kracker, Blanco Brown, Eli Young Band and Blue Oyster Cult are among the performances lined up for the 2019 Jacksonville fair concert series. Family funIf rides aren't your thing, there will also be shows and attractions at the Jacksonville fair.
Jacksonville Agricultural Fair offers $25 mega pass online
Read full article: Jacksonville Agricultural Fair offers $25 mega pass onlineJACKSONVILLE, Fla. - The Greater Jacksonville Agricultural Fair is offering a Mega Pass wristband for $25 for purchase exclusively online through Nov. 6. The pass, available at JacksonvilleFair.com, individual admission and unlimited mechanical rides for one-day use during the Fair, Nov. 7 through Nov. 17. at the Jacksonville Fairgrounds located in the Sports and Entertainment District. Half-price admission tickets are also available for advance purchase online through November 6. The $20 wristband for unlimited mechanical rides will be in effect Mondays through Thursdays. The $25 Ride Fanatic Wristband for unlimited mechanical rides will be in effect Fridays through Sundays.