Since the 1940’s young people and the young at heart have participated in the annual Kinsmen (formerly Jaycee) Fair.
This year marks the 70th anniversary of the local tradition and Bob Christie, Past President of the Chatham Kinsmen Club said there is always something new going on.
“This year Carter Shows is bringing in a new ride called the Polar Express,” he said. “It will be the fastest ride on the midway.”
More than 30 rides and attractions will make up the midway June 7 to 7 at Memorial Arena on Tweedsmuir Ave.
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The fair begins Thursday at 4 p.m. with the cutting of an anniversary cake in a ceremony that will include Kinsmen and Jaycees who operated the event for its first 60 years.
Family Day is Thursday night and admission is only $2 if you bring in a labeled canned good for Outreach for Hunger.
On Friday night, Classic Champion Wrestling begins at 6:30 p.m. (sponsored by Carter Shows Ltd.) Featured is a match between Reck vs. Black Bushi and the main event of Cody Deaner vs. Kongo Kong.
On Saturday there is a Teenage Midnight Madness Pass for unlimited rides from 8:00 p.m. to midnight for only $15.
Saturday & Sunday there is a petting zoo, farm and exotic animals on display and pony rides for a small fee. On Saturday afternoon beginning 11:00 a.m. is the Chatham Kinsmen Martial Arts (SMAC) competition.
There is still room available for outside vendors and the club is still looking for volunteers. For more information visit the Fair website (www.chathamkinsmenfair.ca) for further details and information on Carter Shows value coupons for rides and food. You can tweet@cartershows to win free rides! #KinsmenFairRides. Advance discount bracelets are available at www.cartershows.ca till June 4 at 11:59 a.m.
