By TONY GUERRERO
Hays Post
The Ellis County Fair is seeking volunteers and workers for the upcoming season.
The fair will offer seven nights of ticketed grandstand events, including car races, rodeos and other family-friendly entertainment from July 11 to 19.
"We pretty much wouldn't be able to have the fair unless we have the volunteers to help run it," Pfannenstiel said.
Help is wanted to assist with cattle, manage competition entries, staff the inflatable carnival, direct parking and work in the beer garden.
No special qualifications are needed and community members, especially students needing service hours, are encouraged to help. Volunteers will be provided meals during their shifts.
The minimum age to work at the fair is 14 years for carnival and parking positions, and 18 years for beer garden duties. Some roles are paid.
"If you can come out and give us a couple of hours, we'll take it," Pfannenstiel said.
Help is also needed before and after the fair, primarily for cleanup. Pfannenstiel said preparations begin several weekends ahead of the fair.
You can learn more and sign up at [email protected]. You can also follow the Ellis County Fair on Facebook.
Tickets for the fair can be purchased in advance here or at the gate. A pass covering seven events costs $40, and a single-night admission costs $20. Children age 5 and younger get in free.