The Great Allentown Fair kicked off Wednesday, Aug. 27, at the Allentown Fairgrounds.

Patrons can expect six days of free music, ticketed shows from national headliners , food, rides, a demolition derby – even a mullet contest.

The annual tradition runs through Monday, Sept. 1.

Lehighvalleylive.com has you covered with traffic and ticket information . You can vote on your favorite new fair food offerings, too.

More information is on the festival website .

Scroll through the photos above for a glimpse into opening night.

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