AMHERST COUNTY, Va. (WDBJ) - Gates at the annual Amherst County Fair open Thursday Night.

Fair Coordinator Eric Bowen says a lot of hard work and preparation goes into the fair every year.

“We’ve got a lot of volunteers that make this happen and give their time,” said Bowen.

Fair favorites like tasty food, thrilling rides and livestock will return with multiple events to look forward to every night, which attracts lots of families.

“The Amherst County Fair typically averages anywhere from about 5,500 people to about 7,200 people come through the gates across these four days,” said Bowen.

He said agriculture also plays a big role.

“We try to showcase part of the agriculture and each year we try to grow a bit more of the agriculture side of the fair,” said Bowen.

The fair runs throu

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