Demo Derby action begins tonight at the fair!

The Demolition Derby at The Tioga County FairCars lined up, ready to compete in the derby. Photo Provided.

The Tioga County Fair is home to the annual demolition derby, one of the fair’s most popular attractions. Included in the fair entrance fee, fair-goers can experience the thrills and excitement of the derby located at Marvin Park in Owego.

New to the derby this year is a truck derby, which will take place on Thursday, Aug. 8. Registration on the day of the derby is $35 per car. Registration fee covers one car / driver and access to the pits, grandstand and the fairgrounds. 

The Demolition Derby at The Tioga County Fair
Photo by Wendy Post from last year’s demolition derby at the Tioga County Fair.

This year’s payouts and awards are to be determined, but will include trophies and money. Rules, organizer contact, the derby schedule, and entry forms can be found at http://www.tiogacofair.com/derby.htm.  

Derby organizer, Ken Tunnicliff, has helped run and participated in derby events for over 20 years. He now watches his son, who he proudly says took over his place, participate in the derby. 

The Demolition Derby at The Tioga County Fair
Photo by Wendy Post from last year’s demolition derby at the Tioga County Fair.

For more information about the derby and the Tioga County Fair, visit www.tiogacofair.com/index.htm. Further questions about the derby can be directed to derby organizer Ken Tunnicliff at (607) 242-4501.

The Demolition Derby at The Tioga County Fair
Photo by Wendy Post from last year’s demolition derby at the Tioga County Fair.

The schedule for the classes and heats areas follows.

Demolition Derby schedule:

Wednesday, Aug. 7 – 4 Cyl Stock Heats, 4 Cyl Modified Heats, Junk Run

Thursday, Aug. 8 – Team Show, Full Size Truck

Friday, Aug. 9 – Power Wheels, V8 Stock, V8 Modified, 4 Cyl Stock, 4 Cyl Modified, 4 Cyl Feature

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