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This October the Pensacola Interstate Fair will open its doors for the 80th time since its inception in 1935. From a small tent with limited livestock to a highly anticipated event every year, the Frenkel’s family history and passion for this town are closely intertwined with this event.

The Fair officially began with John E. Frenkel, Sr., his wife Lillian and 30 Fair members. Over the years, the Pensacola Interstate Fair has become one of the finest and largest fairs in the United States with a staff of eight and more than 400 volunteers. Many volunteers belong to local clubs and serve to showcase a wonderful array of exhibits.

There is nothing like a fair. It brings to Pensacola a stimulating, satisfying, stirring, sparkling celebration of education, information and fun entertainment. The Pensacola Interstate Fair receives praise locally and throughout the country and recently has been selected as one of Southeast Tourism Society’s Top 20 Events for the ...