Media Center Media contact:Nelson Martinez of Union Green See Our 30-second TV Spot Here! Click here to watch the Ricky Skaggs TV Spot! PRESS RELEASES 7-20-10 For Immediate Release The Sussex County Fairgrounds has provided a venue for tourism for almost 70 years. Coupled with the development and expansion of the infrastructure, aggressive marketing and advertising, the Fairgrounds have attracted and increased the number of off-season events, bringing more and more visitors to Sussex County every year. This well, sought-after, event venue has attracted many for profit and non-profit groups seeking for powerful ways to integrate their brands with a fully engaged consumer. In turn, the Fair, through its mission of giving back to the community, has generously donated thousands of dollars of in-kind services and/or reduced rates to charitable agencies throughout the county. The Fairgrounds also hosts a wide variety of year-round, cultural and athletic events. The large, well-maintained, park-like fields have been home to many cultural festivals including CrawFest and Champion of the Grill. The paved roads, open fields and spacious buildings provide excellent facilities for bicycle clubs, track events, arts and crafts shows and even in-door sports. The Richards Building serves not only as the main practice center for a pole vault club that grooms its member for future Olympic competitions, but also as the venue for the Peters Valley Craft Show and several fund-raising craft shows for local schools and organizations. New to the grounds this year is the Farmers’ Market, which focuses on the bounty of the Agricultural Community. The Farmers Market was recently received an award from the Sussex County Chamber of Commerce for the collaborative partnership that made the Market possible. It has become a major attraction for out-of-county visitors and offers the opportunity to purchase farm fresh produce from the country. One of the most notable additions and enhancements to the Fairgrounds is the addition of the Conservatory. This architecturally stunning structure provides an extraordinary location for business gatherings and social occasions, and is unlike any other in this part of the State. The Conservatory is the focus of SpringFest, which draws large and growing audiences from all over the Tri-State area. On March 18, 2010, the Sussex County Fairgrounds was officially recognized by the Sussex County Chamber of Commerce for providing a rich selection of high quality cultural, agricultural, recreational, educational and entertainment events/services. The Chamber awarded their annual Tourism Award to the Fairgrounds because of the Fair’s quality and reputation and because they are able to attract so many tourists in and around Sussex County. The New Jersey State Fair was also awarded four prizes at this year’s International Association for Fairs and Expositions’ (IAFE) annual convention in Las Vegas. The Fairgrounds continue to provide a venue affordable to all and accessible to everyone in Sussex County and the tri-state region. We are proud to work with area businesses and non-profits to help to fulfill their needs. Everyone here at the New Jersey State Fair, Sussex County Farm & Horse Show hope to see you all soon.
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