The Central Washington State Fair wants to say a big thank you to essential workers by giving away free tickets to the opening night of the Fatbeam Concert Series.

THE TICKETS WILL BE GIVEN AWAY IN A LOTTERY

The fair is  giving away 500 pairs of tickets to Hollywood Swing, a Kool and the Gang Tribute set for Friday, September 24.
“Our frontline workers represent the best of us and we hope this provides a welcome and well-deserved break for those who provided support when we needed it most," said Fatbeam CEO Paul Merritt. "On behalf of Fatbeam, we appreciate all you have given to the Yakima Valley and beyond through your dedication and service. We are proud to be a part of this special event, the Fair, and this community as we celebrate our local heroes."
Because there are so many frontline essential workers in the valley the 500 tickets will be distributed through a lottery at fairfun.com. A press release from fair officials says "the lottery opens on August 17 and will run through September 6th. Lottery winners will be notified the week of September 13thwith ticketing information. All essential workers across the Valley are eligible to enter the lottery."

THOSE WHO DON'T WIN CAN STILL GET DISCOUNTS

To enter visit fairfun.com and provide your name, email address, and the essential job you performed during the pandemic.500 names will be selected from the lottery submissions. Fair officials say only one entry per person and you must be 18 years and older to participate.
If you are an essential worker and don't get a ticket fair officials say
For those not selected from the lottery to win concert tickets, special pricing offers for additional concerts will be provided.“