FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
August 24, 2009
Contacts:
Chris Wiseman, General Manager, (719) 924-0151, Chris.Wiseman@ag.state.co.us  
Christi Lightcap, Dir. of Communications, (719) 924-0154, Christi.Lightcap@ag.state.co.us  

Colorado State Fair Kicks Off with a Sneak Peek before Opening Day
Thursday, August 27
98.9 Magic FM Sneak Peek

PUEBLO, Colo. – The 2009 Colorado State Fair will open its gates to celebrate the 137th year as Colorado’s most popular summer attraction on Friday, August 28th, but those who enjoy thrills and great deals have an opportunity to enjoy a Sneak Peek before opening day.

“The Carnival Sneak Peek is a great way for people to experience the Colorado State Fair and the rides being offered by Crabtree Amusements a day early,” said Chris Wiseman, Colorado State Fair general manager.

In their third year at the Colorado State Fair, Crabtree Amusements will feature more than 45 rides to spin, rock, and whirl fairgoers. Gate admission is free for the Carnival Sneak Peek and unlimited ride bands will be available for only $10.

Carnival gates will be open from 6-11 pm during the Sneak Peek. During the fair the carnival will be open from 2 p.m. to midnight Monday through Friday, and 10 a.m. to midnight on Saturday and Sunday.

The 98.9 Magic FM Sneak Peek is followed by the grand opening of the 2009 Colorado State Fair on Friday, August 28th. This year’s Fair features free attractions, national recording stars, five nights of rodeo action, educational opportunities, agricultural exhibits, and nearly 50 food vendors—plus much more.

The 2009 Colorado State Fair is located at 1001 Beulah Avenue in Pueblo. Fairground hours are from 10 a.m. to midnight every day. Gate Admission Monday-Thursday is $5 and Friday-Sunday $8. Children six and under accompanied by an adult are free.

Public parking lots are located west of the Fairgrounds off Prairie Avenue and south of the Fairgrounds between Mesa and Northern Avenues. A free shuttle provided by Pueblo Transit operates daily during the Fair and departs from the Main Street parking structure.

The 2009 Colorado State Fair runs from August 28 – September 7, 2009. For more information, visit www.coloradostatefair.com .

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