Hillsborough Rotary Fair and Business Expo Returns August 16-20

HILLSBOROUGH, NJ — The Hillsborough Promenade will once again host a colorful carnival as the Rotary Fair and Business Expo returns Aug. 16-20.

The midway at 315 Route 206 will have "over 20 amusement rides, games of chance, fireworks, food vendors and an exposition of local businesses," according to a news release.

The Fair will be open for five days beginning Tuesday, Aug. 16. Hours at 6-10 p.m. on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday; and 6-11 p.m. on Friday and Saturday.

A fireworks display by by Interstate Fireworks and sponsored by Petrock’s Bar & Grille and Petrock’s Liquors, will light up the skies on Friday evening, Aug. 19, at approximately 10 p.m., with a rain date of Aug, 21 at 10 p.m.

“We are very proud to host this annual Hillsborough family tradition,” said Ashley Rose, the newly inducted president of the Rotary Club of Hillsborough. “The Fair not only offers our community a fun summer event, but it raises the funds that enable our Rotary Club to help support numerous important community service initiatives.”

There is a cashless payment system for all fair rides, where patrons may purchase a special wristband instead of ride tickets. The cost of each ride will be automatically deducted from the amount of money on the wristband.

Food and game vendors will accept only cash.

A new feature this year is an interactive digital map. Guests will be able to scan a QR code with their phones that will take them to a landing page where the map and other Fair information are displayed.

The Giant 50/50 Raffle will also take place, with the winning ticket selected Saturday evening, Aug. 20.

The business exposition offers local businesses "multiple opportunities to showcase their services and connect directly with customers through the purchase of a $300 sign displayed at the Fair throughout the week, or the purchase of a $600 tented space that provides an opportunity to meet and talk with attendees."

“Meeting prospective customers at a highly regarded community event can do a great deal to boost a company’s image and customer base,” said Ken Genco, the Rotary Club of Hillsborough member in charge of the business showcase. “Community members deeply appreciate those businesses that demonstrate their community support through events like this.”

For more information on the upcoming Hillsborough Rotary Fair or how to participate as a vendor, please contact Ken Genco at 908-229-5045, kgenco@att.net, or Abed Medawar, (908) 256-5349, mobileabed@gmail.com.