Against the backdrop of a stunning October sunset, the Tangipahoa Parish Fair opened Oct. 1, continuing a tradition that dates to 1888.
The fair is not only an economic driver for the parish but also showcases local culture and history, and nurtures community pride through agricultural exhibits and music.
And don’t forget about the food, as many local chefs bring their own creations to the thousands of people who attended the five-day event, which closed Oct. 5.
Tangipahoa Parish President Robby Miller helped kick off the fair, saying the is a time when friends reunite or new friends are made, where families make lifelong memories, where the parish comes together as one.
And perhaps most of all, Miller, repeating his familiar refrain, said the fair helps make “Tangipahoa Parish the best parish in the state.”