Eand the Ferris wheel . But , it isn ’ t just a good

very autumn , the Alabama National Fair draws thousands to Montgomery for fun in the form of funnel cakes , farm animals

time ; it ’ s for a good cause , annually raising funds to aid area nonprofits , with $ 7.5 million in grants given since it began . The fair ’ s Executive Director Randy Stephenson outlines the event ’ s history , shares how the hard work it takes pays off for everyone and offers insight into operating successful events .

IT ALL ADDS UP

Big Business & Benefits of the Alabama National Fair

The annual fall event brings more than fun and fried foods to central Alabama . By Jennifer S . Kornegay

PEOPLE COME FROM MILES AROUND :

Approximately 200,000 people visit the Alabama National Fair and Agricultural Exposition each year .

EAT IT UP : The fair has more than 30 food vendors each year .

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