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Competitive Entries are now open for the 2019 fair! You can register online at DCFair.com or by mail through Sept 1. #howdoyoufair #dcfair #dixieclassicfair #wsnc #myws
Today we said "Fair"well to our Fair Director David Sparks who is retiring after 30 years of fun. Thank you David for all your hard work and dedication and for making The Dixie Classic Fair a hometown tradition. We are excited to announce that Cheryle Hartley will be taking over as our new Fair Director. Cheryle has been our Assistant Fair Director for 13 years and we are excited to see the fair continue to grow under her new leadership. Please feel free to comment below with any well wishes or congratulations. #dcfair #wsfairgrounds
We are so excited to start planning for the 2019 Dixie Classic Fair and would love to have your feedback! Please fill out our survey at the link in our bio. #dixieclassicfair
That’s a wrap! It’s been 10 days full of fun, food and the best part of all—YOU. Thank you for making the 136th year of the Fair a success. We have loved every minute. See you next year! #dixieclassicfair #yourbeacontofun #wsnc #myws #howdoyoufair
Saddle up and head over to the Grandstand at 7 p.m. for the Rodeo! You don’t want to miss it. #dixieclassicfair #yourbeacontofun #rodeo #wsnc #myws #howdoyoufair
Fight off those Sunday scaries and come enjoy some furry friends! Ride a camel, feed a parakeet and say hi to Chelsea the zebra. #dixieclassicfair #howdoyoufair
Congratulations to Laurelyn Ridge, 1st place winner of last night’s Little Black Dressing-Dress Up your Recipe contest. Laurelyn is 13-years-old and won $500 for her Three to Tango Chicken Casserole. She is shown here with her mother Crystal Ridge, who took home 2nd place for her Far East Orange Ginger Sesame Chicken. We love it when great cooking skills run in the family! Way to go ladies❤️ #yourbeacontofun #dixieclassicfair #howdoyoufair
Please mention, print out or bring in this ad located on page A10 of the Winston-Salem Journal for today's Winston-Salem Journal Family Day. Receive FREE admission for up to 4 kids ages 11 and under with 1 paid adult. Also, kids age 7 and under can ride all of the Strates Shows Kiddieland Rides for just $10.00. All rides subject to height safety restrictions. Excludes pony rides. Promotion ends at 7 p.m. #dixieclassicfair #yourbeacontofun
Happy Sunday! Join us for the last day of the Fair and the last day of Winston-Salem Journal Family Days! Bring the ad located on page A10 of the Winston-Salem Journal and receive FREE admission for up to 4 kids ages 11 and under with 1 paid adult. Also, kids age 7 and under can ride all of the Strates Shows Kiddieland Rides for just $10.00. All rides subject to height safety restrictions. Excludes pony rides. See you soon! #dixieclassicfair #yourbeacontofun #fairfun #fairrides #wsnc #myws #howdoyoufair
Today was another amazing day at the Dixie Classic Fair! Join us tomorrow for another Family Day sponsored by @wsjournalnow. Be sure to clip your coupon for great savings! Up to 4 children ages 11 & under admitted free with a paying adult, and kids 7 & under can ride Strates Shows Kiddieland rides for just $10.00 until 7pm. We’ll see you here tomorrow for the last day of the fair! Photo credit: J. Stanley Photography
Known as ambassadors of fun, you’ll find our BC Characters roaming the fairgrounds at 7:30. Be sure you fill your arms with a furry hug or grab a quick photo with our super-sized best friends! #howdoyoufair
Love is in the air at the fair💕 Peggy and Bill Troutman from Lewisville met here on October 16, 1954. They dated for two years before marrying in December of 1956. How sweet it is to celebrate a love story that began here. Thank you for stopping by Peggy and Bill! #dixieclassicfair #dcfair #lovestory #yourbeacontofun #myws
We’re gearing up for today’s OTTPA Tractor Pull. Hope you’re ready for a Saturday full of horsepower where every inch counts! Come on over to the Grandstand from 1-4pm and again at 6pm to cheer on your favorites! #dcfair #dixieclassicfair #yourbeacontofun #tractorpull
Nothing can top making memories at the fair with family! Today is Family Day sponsored by @wsjournalnow. Be sure to clip today’s fair ad with the coupon for great savings! Up to four children ages 11 & under are admitted free with a paying adult. Also, kids 7 & under can ride all Strates Shows Kiddieland rides for just $10.00 until 7pm. (Rides are subject to height/safety restrictions). Gates open at 9am. See you soon!
What a way to start the weekend! Congratulations to Joseph Groce and Kaitlyn Templeton on their engagement. Groce was a 1st place winner in today's Hereford cattle competition and Templeton was a 1st place winner in today's Red Angus cattle competition. Cheers to the happy couple! #dixieclassicfair #yourbeacontofun #weddingbells #shesaidyes #fairfun #howdoyoufair
Saturday, October 6th will be a BIG Fair Day and BIG Football Day. If you are planning on attending either the Fair or the Wake Forest Football game, please plan on early arrival. Parking in Wake Forest LJVM & BB&T lots will be $20. There will also be a remote parking shuttle service offered at WSFirst for $10 beginning at 10:30 a.m. until the last car is gone. See you tomorrow! #dixieclassicfair #yourbeacontofun #wsnc #fairfun #godeacs
Figure 8 Racing is starting now! Head to the Grandstand and enjoy the ultimate Friday night lights! #dixieclassicfair #yourbeacontofun #figure8racing #wsnc
Have you tried the Everything Elephant Ear at Richardsons Funnel Cakes? This takes the cake for craziest combination of Fair food, complete with: 1 Elephant Ear, 2 Funnel Cakes, 1 Fried Cupcake, 1 Fried Twinkie, 2 Fried Marshmallows, 2 Fried Oreos, Fruit Topping of your choice, Chocolate Syrup & Powdered Sugar. Head on over to our Facebook page & comment on our latest post for your chance to win one for FREE. Contest closes at noon on Saturday, October 6th. #yourbeacontofun #dixieclassicfair #fairfood #wsnc #myws
Happy Friday! Grab your bestie and come have some fun at the Fair. Admission is $5 until 4 p.m. today. #dixieclassicfair #yourbeacontofun #tgif #babysfirstfair #myws #wsnc
Looking for a lunchtime treat? We have fish tacos, Krispy Kreme burgers and so much more! Admission is just $5 before 4:00 (weekdays only). We’ll see you soon!
It’s been a WHIRLwind of a week but the fun isn’t over yet! Come on out to the Fair and get your weekend started. Full lineup of today’s schedule can be found at the link in our bio. #dixieclassicfair #yourbeacontofun #fairrides #fairfun #myws #wsnc
Tonight we celebrated David Sparks, Director of the Dixie Classic Fair. After 30 years at the Fair he is retiring this November. Enjoy these photos from his celebration tonight and comment below with congratulations and your favorite Fair memories from over the years. #dixieclassicfair #yourbeacontofun #fairfun #wsnc #myws
There’s nothing like seeing the Fair through the eyes of a child😍 Use the hashtag #dixieclassicfair in your posts and you just might see your photos featured here! #dixieclassicfair #yourbeacontofun #fairfun #myws #wsnc
Shiver me timbers! Come see Captain Jim Is Magic for laughs, motivation and fun! He's performing at 3 p.m. and 6 p.m. today. You don't want to miss it. #dixieclassicfair #yourbeacontofun #fairfun #wsnc
We are zipping into Thursday here at the Fair! Today is the last day of 107.5 KZL's Unlimited Ride Promotion Days. Purchase a wristband to ride all day for just $35! Today is also WXII Military Appreciation Day, where all active and retired military with immediate family are admitted FREE with proper ID. Come on out and enjoy the fun! See link in bio for today’s schedule. #dixieclassicfair #yourbeacontofun #militaryappreciation #fairfun #fairrides #funatthefair #howdoyoufair
Join us tomorrow as we celebrate our military. All active and retired military, along with their immediate family, will be admitted free with proper ID. We’ll also enjoy our last @1075_kzl Unlimited Ride Promotion Day. Ride wristbands will be $35! Join us for an amazing day! #dcfair #yourbeacontofun #unlimitedridewristbands #military
Come worship with us at the Grandstand TONIGHT starting at 7:15 p.m. Hear from 7eventh Time Down, Rhett Walker Band, OBB and Josh Wilson! Bring a friend and we’ll see you there. Preview music at link in bio. #dixieclassicfair #yourbeacontofun #wsnc
Today is Crisis Control Ministry, Inc. Canned Food Day. Bring 5 cans or non-perishable food items and receive FREE admission! All food is donated right here in our community. We look forward to seeing you at the fair! #dixieclassicfair #yourbeacontofun #giveback #wsnc #myws #communityservice
Day 5 has been one for the books! Thanks to everyone for making it a great day. Tomorrow is Special Education Day. Gates open at 9 a.m. and admission is free for persons with disabilities and their aides. Tomorrow is also Crisis Control Ministry, Inc. Food Day at the Fair. Bring 5 cans or 5 boxes of non-perishable food item (of any brand) and receive free admission. #dixieclassicfair #yourbeacontofun #wsnc #fairfun #funatthefair
Little Fights on a Tuesday Night with Jerry Springer! #dixieclassicfair #yourbeacontofun #wsnc #myws #howdoyoufair
Roasted corn is a fair favorite! So buttery and delicious! You’re definitely going to need lots of napkins! #dixieclassicfair #dcfair #yourbeacontofun #fairfood #roastedcorn #howdoyoufair
Join us today for Senior Day where seniors get in free beginning at 9 a.m. Today is also the second day of the 107.5 KZL Unlimited Ride Promotion Days. Unlimited ride wristbands are just $35 to ride all day! Hope to see you at the Fair! #dixieclassicfair #yourbeacontofun #wsnc #myws #fairfun #funatthefair #fairrides
That’s a wrap on day 4! Thanks for coming out! Join us tomorrow for our second 107.5 KZL Unlimited Ride Day. Also, gates open at 9 a.m. for Seniors! #dixieclassicfair #yourbeacontofun #wsnc #myws