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Leamington Fair attracts over 8,000
The 174th edition of the Leamington Fair was a hit with local crowds as 8,572 people poured through the gates at the Leamington Fairgrounds over the weekend.
Leamington District Agricultural Society President Dan Wiper said that organizers were very pleased with the turnout. “What a great community,” he said. “We’re very happy with how well it went.”
Friday night’s attendance was a good indication that the event would be well-attended, but Saturday more than surpassed Friday as thousands flocked to the new improved midway provided by World’s Finest Shows.
Pharoah’s Fury was a popular ride at the fair this year.
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The fair also featured pro wrestling, live music, the demolition derby, farm animals, and culinary and school crafts.
Two-and-a-half-year-old Rowan Martineau was happy to pet the baby pigs.
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Wiper and his crew are already starting to plan for the 175th fair next year.
“We’re looking forward to next year,” he said. “It’ll be even bigger and better.”
20 lucky kids won bicycles at the annual bike draw.
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The demolition derby saw a win for 17-year-old Kasey Johns in the #85 car who beat out dad #84 Chris Johns. Top honours went to Justin Jermias for the Bombers division and Kris Hornick in the mini vans.
The mud was flying at the annual demolition derby on Saturday night.
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Bad guy wrestler Benjamin Boone wasn’t popular with the youngsters, as you can see by this reaction.
Destroyer performed all the KISS classics on Friday.
Five-year-old Esther Klassen had the best view for the derby on dad Joshua’s shoulders.
