HOULTON, Maine — This year’s Houlton Agricultural Fair features a number of new attractions to entertain the masses, including a motocross freestyle show, comedy illusionist, DJ dance party and chainsaw carver.
Anyone that has ever watched the “X-Games” on ESPN should enjoy the high-flying antics of the Brigade FMX freestyle motocross show. Featuring acrobatic jumps on motorcross bikes and all-terrain vehicles, the stunt riders will perform three, 20-minute shows on Thursday, July 3 and a large two-hour-plus show on Friday, July 4.
Fair President Paul Cleary said he has been trying to find a motorcycle/motocross show to bring to the fair for a number of years. The Brigade FMX show hails from Minnesota and has not appeared north of Portland.
Comedy hypnotist Michael Blaine is another new performer for the fair. According to his biography, Blaine is a New York state law enforcement lieutenant who has performed throughout the USA in every type of venue from fairs, festivals, fundraisers, corporate events, amusement parks, high schools, colleges and more.
Those who volunteer to go on stage often find themselves transformed temporarily into the likes of Elvis or the “Rockettes” dancing around the stage. Blaine will perform nine shows over the four-day festival on the Little League stage. (See schedule for times).
Chainsaw carver Josh Landry, a North Anson resident, is considered to be one the premiere chainsaw carvers in the country, combining both ability with showmanship. With more than 10 years of experience turning stumps into works of art, Landry will perform seven shows over the four-day event.
For the sixth straight year, the gate fee for the fair remains $10 per person and includes all rides and entertainment. For more information on the Houlton Agricultural Fair, visit the group’s Facebook page.
