The 2011 Fair at the PNE

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The Fair at the PNE
Walking through the crowds towards Playland at the PNE.

The 101st Fair at the PNE kicked off with a perfect August day – sun and heat. It’s not summer without the rides, mini donuts, the Superdogs, music, games, livestock, Dal Richards, and the prize home! Take in the Peking Acrobats at the Pacific Coliseum or escape the crowds by going for a stroll through the forested Sanctuary. The Marketplace is bursting with new and unique gadgets, treats, and other products from the world over.

The evenings come alive with performances from Kim Mitchell, One More Girl, Donny Osmond, Kenny Rogers, Delhi 2 Dublin and more – topped off with nightly fireworks! Check the PNE web site for the complete line up and times.

For those who are brave and can stomach heights, Playland has installed a new high-flying ride: ATMOSFEAR. As a bonus, ATMOSFEAR and the Hellevator don’t require purchasing a separate ride pass-they’re included in the standard Playland ride pass.

The Fair at the PNE is open from 11:00 am PDT and runs until Monday, September 5th, 2011. Tickets can be purchased online or at the gate. Discounted tickets can also be obtained at Safeway and 7-Eleven stores in the Metro Vancouver area. Looking for save a bit of cash? Get into the fair for free on Monday, August 22nd, between 9:00 am and 12:00 pm PDT.

 

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