THERE was something for everyone at St Joseph’s Primary School Fair in Warrnambool yesterday.
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Thousands of people braved cold weather and intermittent rain to enjoy live entertainment, pony rides, carnival attractions and hearty food.
Fair co-ordinator Virginia Rea was impressed with the turnout.
“The crowds came out despite the weather reports,” she said.
“It was perhaps a little bit down, but it was still an overall success.”
Ms Rea said the live entertainment on the stage was a hit and the haunted house delighted children.
Fill-a-Baskets were also popular, with 321 made-up gift baskets filled with unique trinkets and supplies.
Basket co-ordinator Andrea Loft said the baskets sell out every year.
St Joseph’s pupil Layla Monk dressed her toy poodle Lu-Lu in a purple tutu, mixing in with fairies at the face-painting stand.
Dodgem cars, rock climbing, the chair ride, a slippery slide and the jumping castle were a drawcard for children.
When wet weather struck, crowds headed inside to the hall, where Devonshire tea and a coffee cart helped keep hunger at bay.
Ms Rea said treats from the cake stall sold out early.
Biscuit decorating and loom band bracelet making was on offer, as well as a book sale and showbags.
Food options outside included pizza from Bojangles, spiral potatoes, fairy floss and a good old-fashioned barbecue.
The farmers’ market was a hit, with people picking up fresh flowers, herbs, plants, vegetables and jams, she said.