The Alaska State Fair is back in action on Thursday. From racing pigs and goat yoga to cook-offs and Kids Day, here are 12 things to check out on the fair’s second weekend.
The Kenai Peninsula Racing Pigs compete at the Alaska State Fair in Palmer on Sept. 1, 2013.
After a two-day hiatus, the Alaska State Fair returns on Thursday and will stay open for several days before another break Tuesday and Wednesday. This weekend should include plenty of family fun with Kids Day on Friday and Family Day on Saturday.Admission is just $3 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. A donation of two shelf-stable food items is encouraged., 11 a.m.
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