AIKEN, S.C. (WRDW/WAGT) - The Western Carolina State Fair is in full swing at the Aiken Fairgrounds.

On weekdays, gates open at 5 p.m., while weekend hours begin at noon.

Closing times depend on weather conditions and crowd size, with the last gate admission tickets sold at 9 p.m. Sunday through Thursday and 9:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday.

Fairgoers like Kobei Brown are enjoying the experience.

“I think it’s great, it looks great, the prices were good,” Brown said. “I think I’ll have a great time. It’s not too big, not too small.”

For many, the fair’s appeal extends beyond the rides.

Clarks Hill Lake hosts 71st annual Halloween Regatta

More than 170 sailors headed to Clarks Hill Lake for the 71st Halloween Regatta.

“The food and just seeing the laugh on the kids’ faces, seeing this

See Full Page