The Boone County Fair is back! Starting next week, mid-Missourians will have a chance to experience all kinds of events including a beer garden with live music, face painting and swine races.

The fair, located at 5212 Oakland Gravel Road in Columbia, is open Tuesday through Saturday from 5-9 p.m.

Tickets are $10 each through Friday, and $15 on Saturday. Community members can also get a season pass for $35, and kids ages 6 and under are free. Thanks to a sponsorship from Veterans United, veterans will get free admission for the entire week with a military ID.

The Boone County Fair has been around bringing bright lights, activities, drinks and good memories since 1835.

For more information on the fair, visit the Boone County Fair website.