The Fort Liberty Fair returns this week. Here's what to know if you're going.

The Fort Liberty Fair, which is open to the public kicks off this week, according to a Fort Liberty news release.

The annual fair opens Wednesday and is open to the public from 5 p.m. Monday through Friday and 1 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday. Daily closing time varies based on attendance and weather, but the last day of the fair is May 12.

The Fort Liberty Fair returns Wednesday.
The Fort Liberty Fair returns Wednesday.

“It is one of Fort Liberty’s most beloved traditions,” said Col. John Wilcox, Fort Liberty garrison commander. “You can sense the excitement while members from around the community come together to enjoy festivity, food, and fun! It is fun for all ages with carnival rides, live entertainment, and free parking, all for one low admission price.”

No visitor passes are required to access the fairground. Parking is free and available along Fort Liberty Boulevard across from the Stryker Golf Course. General admission tickets for Monday through Friday are $16, with a $2 discount for military and Department of Defense civilians. Senior citizen non-riders and handicapped non-riders pay $9 a ticket. Admission for children 36 inches or taller is $14, and children under 36 inches get in free.

Saturday and Sunday admission prices differ, with general admission at $21 and $19 for military, DoD civilians and children 36 inches or taller. All other ticket prices remain the same as the rest of the week. Mothers are free when accompanied by a paying child on Mother’s Day, May 12. For more information, visit the website at www.liberty.armymwr.com.

Reporter Lizmary Evans covers growth and development for The Fayetteville Observer. You can reach her at LEvans@gannett.com

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