If you’ll be taking your children to the fair, you may want to take a few minutes before you arrive to explain to them the importance of sticking together. A buddy system is particularly helpful in crowds. Pair adults with the smallest children, and put older kids together in pairs to help ensure that everyone has a buddy and knows they are responsible for staying together. Also discuss what to do in the unlikely event they get lost.
When you arrive at the fair, be sure you lock any valuables that have been brought along on the trip up in your trunk. Be sure to lock your car and stow away visible items like GPS navigation systems, electronics, or purses.