DOTHAN, Ala. (WDNews) — Attendance at the National Peanut Festival is up 3% compared with the same point last year, festival officials said in a Nov. 11 release.
Organizers expect larger crowds during the remaining days, with special admission offers, concerts and arena events on the schedule.
Wednesday, Nov. 11, is All In Credit Union Day and Veterans Day. Gates open at 2 p.m., and the first 10,000 guests will receive free festival admission, courtesy of All In Credit Union.
Veterans, active-duty military members and their immediate family members living in the same household also receive free admission with valid military or veteran identification.
Tyler Hubbard will perform at 7 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 12, at the All In Amphitheater. Thursday is also First Responders Night, with free festival admission for first responders who present valid identification. Concert admission is sold separately.
The Figure 8 event is scheduled for Friday night, Nov. 13, followed by two demolition derby shows Saturday, Nov. 14.
Agricultural events include poultry and rabbit shows during the festival’s remaining days and a youth meat goat show Saturday. Visitors can also enjoy carnival rides, exhibits, live entertainment and festival food.
