The wait is over… The Baldwin County Fair ran from Sept. 16-20 in the Robertsdale, Alabama, coliseum. The fair offered visitors access to a variety of food and thrilling rides. (Isabella Torres)
Surprise launch… Riders lift to the top of the Shock Drop, where they can see the entire fairgrounds before a surprise drop. Shock Drop mixed suspense and intense speed. (Isabella Torres) Waiting for a home… At the fair’s ring toss game, players toss rings at a collection of bottles, aiming to land and keep a ring on the target. Winners received a stuffed animal prize. (Isabella Torres) Cant back out… Visitor Jerline Arellano waits in the longest line for the Zipper. This ride spinned and lifted, known for being intense and unpredictable. “I’m gonna be here all night waiting to get on this ride,” Arellano said. (Isabella Torres) Cliffhanger…Fairgoers hang on tight as the Cliff Hanger takes off. The ride started out easy before lifting higher and speeding up, giving riders the feeling of flying like a kite. (Isabella Torres) Follow your nose…Fairgoers Lupita Torres and Julissa Del-Angel prepare to eat cheese fries and hot dogs at the county fair. “I love September because it gets me excited for the fair food,” Torres said. (Isabella Torres) The world turned sideways… Visitors wait in line for the Alien Abduction ride. It used force to pin riders against its angled, rotating walls, creating the sensation of being pressed into the wall and feeling much heavier. (Isabella Torres) Fun for all… The fair’s atmosphere create a lively experience for fairgoers. Neon lights and crowds of people created excitement. (Isabella Torres) You will never get bored… Choices of rides provide thrills. The fair offered a variety of rides, providing both high-thrill attractions and more relaxed options, such as the Ferris wheel. (Isabella Torres) Neon lights… Neon lights illuminate the bumper car rides. The lights added to the colorful and vibrant atmosphere of the fair. The fair returns to Robertsdale in September 2026. (Isabella Torres)
