The PA Farm Show attracts thousands of visitors to Pennsylvania
The PA farm show is the largest agricultural expo in the country!
January 13, 2014
The PA Farm is a fun and family friendly place for everyone to visit.
According to the PA farm show website, the PA farm show is the “largest indoor agricultural exposition in the country, with nearly 6,000 animals, 10,000 competitive exhibits and 300 commercial exhibits.”
The farm show is held in the Farm Show Complex and Expo Center in Harrisburg, PA. The PA farm show website also said, “The Farm Show Complex houses 24 acres under roof, spread throughout 11 buildings including three arenas.”
The farm show started January 4 and hosts a large quantity of events, such as horse cart racing and Professional Cowboy Association Rodeos.
The farm show offers free admission and also offers a free shuttle service. The only fee you must pay is $10 for parking.
Not only does the farm show host a variety of indoor activities and events, but it also has a multitude of food vendors with a large variety of fresh and delicious food to choose and enjoy.
One big farm show favorite is the Dairyman Association milkshakes. These chocolate, vanilla, and mixed milkshakes are made with fresh dairy milk, which gives the milkshake that great taste that is very much enjoyed.
Every year, a butter sculpture is carved and an abundance of free samples of things such as ice cream to tasty dips and sauces are offered. This year’s butter sculpture is a tribute to the farm show milkshakes, which have been served for the last 60 years.
Also, everywhere you go, you will find any and all types of booths and stands that could appeal to everyone’s likes and hobbies.
Senior Abby Baughman said her favorite part about the farm show was “the food and the animals.”
Senior Amber Krause said, “Ten out of ten–will go again!”
The show ended Jan 11. Next year’s show will open Jan 10, running until Jan 17.
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Shanice Campbell • Jan 24, 2014 at 8:21 am
I really only go to the farn show for the mikeshakes. Honestly it’s also for something to do to get out of the house with either friends or family.
Amber Bybee • Jan 24, 2014 at 8:12 am
I have been going to the farm show for years and it is a lot of fun. Plus I can get out of going to school.
Abby Baughman • Jan 23, 2014 at 11:06 am
I’ve been going every year since I can remember and the food, animals, and events are always a lot of fun. Though it can be extremely crowded, it’s all a part of the experience. It’s always best to go in the early morning to get a good parking spot and taste all the food without the hassle of all the long lines. A good time is surely had by all who go and is an event that one shouldn’t miss!
Amira Williams • Jan 20, 2014 at 11:17 pm
The farm show sounds like so much fun! I’ve always wanted to go because I’ve heard so many people talk about how great the food is and how entertaining and fun the events/activities are. I’m definitely planning on going next year!
Spencer Pechart • Jan 19, 2014 at 9:54 pm
I haven’t been to the farm show in years, but I will keep your article in mind so that way next year, I will ensure that I go! 🙂
Christian Pavlovich • Jan 17, 2014 at 8:15 am
The milkshakes are amazing!
Jennifer Schaeffer • Jan 16, 2014 at 8:12 am
I LOVE the farm show! This year i went twice, once with my family and another time with my friends. I had a total of 4 milkshakes, even though I wanted more. I love the way the farm show brings people of all different ages together as one. I am so excited to go to the farm show next year more times than I did this year!