I posted this elsewhere, but seems it would belong here...

I was absolutely appalled to find out that Walworth County Fair would decide to begin charging for parking in the midst of today's economy.

We were so looking forward to attending what we believe is the BEST, family oriented fair in SE Wisconsin. But when we found out about the price hikes and new parking fees we just could not in good conscience attend.

Sure, we personally could afford the new fees, but we believe it's time for those of us with the means stand with those who are without. Quietly attending and paying the increased fees simply condones this "raking of families in hard times".

Walworth County Fair should be ashamed for charging people of the county to park on land they basically own communally. That land was donated to the residents of the county under the stewardship of the County board with the intent that it be utilized for the benefit of the county residents and society at large in promoting farming, agriculture and a rural lifestyle and culture.

The complete commercialization and the notion of charging what the market will bare is so far from the original spirit and intent of what the Walworth County Fair stood for.

I suppose I should congratulate the fair on evolving into another unaffordable, commercialized, non-family-friendly entity disguised as a "County Fair". What's on tap for next year, a liquor license perhaps?

Go ahead price a good percentage of your residents out of the market, increase the pain of the ever increasing income gap in this nation...it seems to be the American way. How absolutely "patriotic" of you.

Same old fair as always.

Too expensive now that I have to pay parking. It was hard enough before. Staying home and waiting for corn fest- I've seen farm animals before and can live without the extraordinarily high prices. Last year I cut down to going only to the demo derby after always going at least three times. Sad- I did enjoy it-now can't afford it. It used to be a family event now it can't be afforded. I hope the numbers reflect it and they change so I can attend again:(

Too expensive for my blood. I will stay at home, go to the parade and maybe go to the Thresheree. Fairs don't thrill me, i'm not a person who enjoys rides or large crowds. JMO

or you can take the trolley for free. $5 parking really isnt that bad though

Know before you go. Walworth County Fair is also charging for parking this year. A season parking pass is $20 on top of the $30 entrance pass.