MORRIS – The Otsego County Fair opened on Tuesday at the fairgrounds in Morris for the “Best Six Days of Summer.” There will be free entertainment throughout fair week as well as special grandstand events at a minimal charge. True to the country fair tradition, there will be animal shows and agricultural exhibits. Of special interest to the younger fairgoers will be the rides and games on the midway by Gillette Shows and plenty of food to eat.

The 40th season of the Gillette Shows carnival rides at Morris will be open daily at noon with pay one price rides on Wednesday from 5 to 10 p.m., Thursday from noon to 5 p.m. and Sunday from noon to 5 p.m.

Free entertainment every day at the fair includes a range of fun activities. These include Buffalo Barfield Un-herd, Green Mountain Farm Frogs (bugs and animals), Two By Two Zoo, Chain Saw Artist Critter Crossing Creations and a variety of entertainment in the Grange Building.

The Otsego County Federation of Sportsmen’s club exhibit will feature all week long pellet and bow shoot, instruction and safety taught, fly tying demonstrations, fish and taxidermy exhibits and wildlife.