Provided by Youth For Tomorrow
Youth For Tomorrow’s 41st Annual Country Fair & Auctions presented by Toyota will take place on Saturday, Oct. 3, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on the YFT campus at 11835 Hazel Circle Dr Bristow.
The Country Fair is an annual event attended by YFT Founder Coach Joe Gibbs, which features fun for ALL ages with over 75 attractions including, a petting zoo, pony rides, and more! Kids can get “hands-on” in The Home Depot Kid’s Builder’s Workshop, and explore many fun projects and entertainment in The LLE Education Group Children’s Activity Tent.
This year, patrons will see acrobatic tricks and high-jumping competitions from Dock Dogs. The Paul Bunyan Lumberjack Show will feature log rolling competitions, axe chopping, and chainsaw art. Pretty Birds of Paradise offers an interactive and educational experience in their “birdhouse.”
YFT has added a new and exciting themed area: The Trades and Home Expo, geared toward both children and adults, promoting educational and employment opportunities in the construction and automotive trades.
Children and adults will ride and enjoy the shows and activities FREE with their $15 admission ticket. There is an “early-bird” special discount ticket promotion; tickets purchased online through Oct. 2 are just $12.50. A special “Family Four Pack” is available for $45. Tickets purchased on Oct. 3 will be $15 per person. Children under three are FREE.
All proceeds support Youth For Tomorrow’s mission — providing hope and healing for children and families in crisis.
The Food Court will offer great options including fresh hot pizza from Paisano’s, Southwestern fare and more from Everyone Eats, burgers and hot dogs from Fosters Grille, Asian cuisine by A Taste of China, BBQ from Zenesis Flavor, Fun Country Kettle Corn, and ice cream from Swirlies, Hershey’s, and Kona Ice. YFT’s own Flavor Fusion has expanded their menu; it now includes cotton candy, cookies, hot pretzels and more. The Legendary Wild Bill’s Soda is also back this year with a special commemorative YFT Cup.
The Live Auction will offer 35 exciting items, including a tropical getaway to Turks and Caicos, an exciting Nashville excursion for Commander’s fans, golf outings, a DC Sports Fan Package, jewelry, and a NASCAR package, just to name a few.
The Live and Silent Auction will be “live” on Thursday Oct. 1 at youthfortomorrow.org, allowing patrons to begin placing bids on silent auction items. The Blind Bid Board returns this year as well.
You;ll her live music from the legendary local band The Road Ducks from 2 to 5 p.m. under the big top tent. Another local favorite, Cactus Jack, returns to the main stage in the food court. Enjoy dance performances by LineDance4You and The Bull Run Cloggers.
The Military and First Responder Appreciation area is back with a paratrooper descending at noon, landing on the midway. The U.S. Army National Guard, Virginia State Police will be on hand with their newest robot, military display vehicles, and much more.
YFT sends their heartfelt appreciation to Presenting Sponsor, TOYOTA, for their faithful and generous support of YFT and the Country Fair!
Visit youthfortomorrow.org for more event information, including links to purchase tickets and view auction catalogs.
