Fabulous Free Entertainment

INCLUDED WITH ADMISSION!

Southpaw

Lead singer Christine Radlmann and multi-instrumentalists Colin McConnell and Sean Garnhart form country music juggernaut Southpaw.

See this show: Thursday, 8/7 from 8 pm - 10 pm

Located in the Planet Networks Performing Arts Tent

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Arbor Buddies Live

The story of Hedgehog's adventure is that of the hero's journey. The show is designed to be both entertaining and educational for all ages. Each of the story's five acts covers a new 

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See this show: Tuesday and Wednesday at 12:15 pm, 3:30 pm, 4:45 pm and 6:30 pm

Located in the Family Entertainment Area

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The Commerford Petting Zoo

The Commerford Petting Zoo is a family owned and operated petting zoo of domestic farmyard animals. Touch, pet and feed the animals, but don't forget to wash your hands at the hand washing stations afterward.

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See this show: Throughout the day

Located in the Family Entertainment Area

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The Hontz Family Bavarian Band

The Hontz Family Bavarian Band is a local family of musicians, who bring to the State Fair the sounds of German Biergartens and Oktoberfest celebrations. Their blend of brass, Alpine instruments, and traditional costume

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See this show: Saturday, August 9 — 1:00 pm, 3:00 pm, 5:00 pm and 7:00 pm

Located in the Agriculture Area

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The Nerds

The Nerds will be rocking the stage at the NJ State Fair/Sussex County Farm and Horse Show! This high energy performance is free to fairgoers with your paid admission to the Fair.

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See this show: August 8 from 7:30 - 10:00 pm

Located in the Planet Networks Performing Arts Tent

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Circus Incredible

Circus Incredible is a fast-paced family friendly show featuring members of the world-famous Wallenda family. The show features breathtaking aerial feats of grace and beauty along with jaw dropping balancing and acrobatic action.  

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See this show: 3:45 pm, 5:15 pm, 8:00 pm

Located in the Family Entertainment Area

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Catnip Junkies

The Catnip Junkies are the brassiest, happiest and tappiest band around! Let us transport you to the heart of New Orleans! There is absolutely something for everyone with this colorful, electric contagiously joyful band!

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See this show: Sat. 8/2-Thurs. 8/7 — throughout the day and evening on grounds

Franklin Sussex Automall Outdoor Entertainment Area

Head over to the Franklin Sussex Automall Outdoor Entertainment Area for some FREE Family Entertainment including Tractor Pulls and Lumber Jack and Jills Competition. A large grandstand provides seating including a handicapped seating are. Food vendors are adjacent. 

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See this show: Times vary according to the event.

Located in the Outdoor Entertainment Area

Planet Networks Performing Arts Tent

Located adjacent to the Carnival at the front of the Fair, the Planet Networks Performing Arts Tent offers Free Entertainment daily. Come often to see our wide variety of talented performers and special events! (Schedule subject to change.)

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See this show: Throughout the day and night!

Located in the Planet Networks Performing Arts Tent

Edutainment

On Horticulture Highway — across the street from the Conservatory and Greenhouse — find educational AND entertaining demonstrations/presentations throughout the day: Roger Abrahamson, The Giant Bowl Turner; Reggie Britton, the Potter; and Cindie and Bob Etienne’s Heartfelt Creations!

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See this show: Demos and presentations throughout the day.

Hot Dog Pig Races

These awkward, but cute and cuddly racing animals fascinate spectators. Real crowd pleasers, these natural comedians bolt from the starting gate and race around the track snorting and squealing,

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See this show: 12:45 pm, 2:15 pm, 4:15 pm, 6:00 pm, 7:30 pm

Located in the Family Entertainment Area

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Giovanni Anastasini Presents: Join the Circus

Giovanni Anastasini Presents: Join the Circus is a wonderfully delightful and light-hearted peek into the circus world. Children can participate in all the most fun parts of the circus.

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See this show: 1:30 pm, 3:00 pm, 7:00 pm

Located in the Family Entertainment Area

Oscar the Robot

Experience the fun side of Robots! Some robots build things, some go shopping and drive cars —OSCAR is the one who entertains! OSCAR The Robot is a high-tech strolling act that attracts and entertains crowds

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See this show: On the grounds all day!

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Freehand Custom Carvings

Brett McLain, of Freehand Custom Carvings, will be doing live carving demonstrations throughout the fair. His focus this year will be on an interactive, large-scale sculpture that will be completed

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See this show: 4:00 pm, 5:45 pm, 7:15 pm

Located in the Family Entertainment Area

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