The Cambridge Antique Fair is celebrating its 17th annual show this year at the Isanti County Fairgrounds on Saturday and Sunday, August 2 and 3, 2008.  This show first began in Princeton in 1992 by show promoters Shawn & Cheryl Hewitt.  The first year show had just 25 dealers, but time has proved that the area is well suited for a major antique event.  This year there are expected to be about 800 antique dealers, displaying in over 300 booths, located in eight buildings, two open-air pavilions, and the spacious outside areas.

The show has a nice variety of antique collectibles to suit everyone’s interests.  The show is strong in collectibles such as postcards, paper goods, souvenir glass, advertising items, toys, glassware, pottery, primitives, photographica and much more.  There are also several antique furniture and home décor dealers who offer a wide range of both large and small items.  In addition, there will be a special exhibit of local collectibles and several drawings throughout both days for special prizes.  The show is perfect for a day trip from the main population centers of the region.

The food available is among the best to be found.  There are several food vendors with a wide variety of tasty selections such as beef brisket, ribs, turkey, chicken, burgers, hotdogs, corn dogs, Mexican items, cheese curds, fries, mini-donuts, kettle corn, ice cream, slushies, cotton candy, and much more!  Come enjoy the “fair” food and antique atmosphere.

Regular show admission is $6.00.  Children 16 and under are free with parents.  Discount coupons are available at regional shops and shows.  Early bird admission is available on Friday August 1 for $20.00 and is good for entrance into the show for the entire weekend.  Parking is ample and is always free.

The Isanti County Fairgrounds is located in Cambridge, Minnesota, about 40 miles north of the Twin Cities metro area, one mile east of Highway 65 on Highway 95.  It is also about 12 miles west of the Tanger Outlet Mall at I-35 and Highway 95.  Show hours are 8am to 6pm on Saturday and 8am to 4pm on Sunday.

For further information, call Shawn & Cheryl Hewitt of North-Trek Promotions at 651-735-0113, or visit their web site at http://www.cambridgeantiquefair.com.  Dealers wanting information about the Cambridge Antique Fair can also write to North-Trek Promotions, Inc., Shawn and Cheryl Hewitt, Box 580731, Minneapolis, MN 55458-0731.