Fort Steele Heritage Town is going to be one happening place on Sunday, Sept. 11 when the 34^th annual Kootenay Country Fair takes over a chunk of the 25-acre site.

The fair is always a grand and colour time, with Fort Steele staff and volunteers dressed in 1890s duds, mingling around with the several thousand visitors who take part in the day-long festivities.

If you haven’t been to the Kootenay Country Fair, you can expect a large array of farmers’ market-like vendors, educational and entertaining exhibits, demonstrations, artists at work, live music and much more.

A family event, there’s lots for the kids to see and do, too. From face painting to wagon and steam train rides to games and a petting zoo, to lots of tasty treats to sample, the fair has something for everyone.

Be prepared for a bit of walk if you arrive later in the day, as Fort Steele’s already spacious parking lot expands to include the highway-side field beside it. Also, bring a hat, sunscreen and your shades as the weather man says it is going to be nothing but sunny with a high expected of 31C.

Ian Cobb/e-KNOW

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