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2012 Great Lakes State Fair

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Features and Attractions:  FULL DETAILS GO TO: http://www.greatlakesstatefair.org/
  • Michigan Pavilion featuring Michigan made products
  • Livestock and agriculture areas with large indoor arena
  • Local Americana/Country live entertainment
  • Beer garden featuring Michigan Breweries
  • Large Midway with tons of games and rides
  • Local and national merchandise and concessions vendors
  • Fair Runs from August 31 - September 3

Admission & Ticket Information

Makes plans now to get your tickets for the 2012 Great Lakes State Fair,
Friday, August 31 - Monday, September 3.

For all exhibits and entertainment, circus and unlimited midway rides:
In Advance (at www.GreatLakesStateFair.org starting July 1):
$25.00 – Adults and Children over 12;
$20.00 – Children 3 to 12

At the Gate (on Fair days): $30.00 – Adults and Children over 12;
$25.00 – Children 3 to 12

For livestock and indoor exhibits, entertainment, Beer Garden Only:
In advance: $6.00 – Adults;
$5.00 – Children 3 to 12

At the Gate: $8.00 – Adults;
$6.00 – Children 3 to 12
There is no charge for children 2 and under.

Hotel Information

The Hilton Garden Inn has reserved a block of rooms for
August 31, 2012 - September 3, 2012. The special room rate will be available until August 24th or until the group block is sold-out, whichever comes first.
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Event Information

Below are the dates and times for the 2012 Great Lakes State Fair,
Friday, August 31 - Monday, September 3.

Livestock Exhibits Fri, Sat, Sun 8AM-9PM
Mon 8AM-5PM
Agriculture and Indoor Vendor Booths Fri, Sat, Sun 10AM-9PM
Mon 10AM-5PM
Entertainment Tent, Beer Garden, Outdoor Vendors Fri, Sat, Sun 11AM-12AM
Mon 11AM-5PM
Midway Fri, Sat, Sun 11AM-11PM
Mon 11AM-5PM
Circus Performance Times Daily 12PM, 2:30PM, 5PM, 7:30PM
No 7:30PM Performance on Monday

Health and Safety
The Suburban Collection Showplace takes proactive steps to protect fairgoers and animals at the Great Lakes State Fair. In partnership with Elite Surface Shield, all high touch surfaces, concession areas and animal pens have been treated with an antimicrobial protectant that destroys germs and helps protect against the spread of harmful bacteria, mold and fungi.

Elite Surface Shield is a Novi, Michigan based company that provides a unique antimicrobial technology which effectively controls and protects people, animals and the planet against bacteria, mold, yeast, algae and fungi. www.elitesurfaceshield.com

Agriculture & Livestock Exhibits

Come and see the best that Michigan has to offer in livestock, agriculture and crafting. Animals from across the Great Lakes State will be inside the Exhibit Hall, including dairy cows, beef cattle, sheep, goats, rabbits, poultry and pigs. Then head over to the agricultural area to see the best of Michigan-made products and produce and visit exhibits featuring local crafters. There will also be specialty merchants from across the country. The agriculture and livestock exhibits in the Exhibit Hall are included in both the Unlimited Ticket price and the Fair-Only Ticket price.

Detroit Shrine Circus

Ladies and gentlemen! Boys and girls! Children of all ages! This is your hometown circus, with all of the excitement and majesty of the wild. The thrills of the high wire, the taste of popcorn and hot dogs and the joy of the famous Shrine clowns. Yes, this is your circus. The Detroit Shrine Circus brings wonder, energy and happiness for young and old alike. Shows daily at 12pm, 2:30pm, 5pm and 7:30pm – no 7:30pm performance on Monday. Admission is included in the Unlimited Ticket price. www.detroitshrinecircus.com

Arnold Midway

Michigan-based Arnold Amusements will be providing all of the Midway rides and amusements for the Great Lakes State Fair. The rides that you love and the Fair food you just can't resist will be on our fabulous Midway. Unlimited rides on any of the Midway attractions are included in the Unlimited Ticket price. www.arnoldamusementsinc.com

Michigan Pavilion

Discover what the Great State of Michigan has to offer in the Michigan Pavilion. The Michigan Pavilion will feature Michigan-based companies with products that are grown, manufactured or produced here. The Michigan Pavilion will be located inside the Exhibit Hall and is included in both the Unlimited Ticket price and the Fair-Only Ticket price.

Michigan Brewery Beer Garden

Did you know that Michigan is the fifth largest state in the nation in terms of the number of breweries? Come and try beers from across the state in a Beer Garden of exclusively Michigan brewed beers. Plus learn all about Michigan's craft beer industry. The Michigan Beer Garden is located outside the Showplace, adjacent to the Entertainment Tent. The price is included in both the Unlimited Ticket price and the Fair-Only Ticket price.
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