There’s much to see and do (and eat) at the farm show. Wander around, pick a show or two to see, but set aside about three hours to explore. Make your experience as hassle-free as possible with these tips:

Admission: It’s free to visit the farm show.

Best times to visit: The ideal time to visit the farm show is between 9 a.m. and noon. The busiest times are 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. weekends and weekdays.

Getting there: Before reaching the Hershey Harrisburg region, download the PA 511 app for the latest travel alerts and traffic maps. There’s a farm show function that can help motorists avoid tie-ups in and around Harrisburg.

Parking: It costs $15 per car at all farm show complex lots. At peak times the main lot can fill up. Stay tuned to the farm show’s Facebook page for lot updates. Visitors can also unload passengers at the main entrance of the Cameron Street lobby, then park the car in the lot.

Getting around:There’s a lot of walking at the farm show, and for those visitors with mobility issues, the Pennsylvania Farm Show Complex & Expo Center provides wheelchairs free, first come, first served.

Pets: For the safety of all animals on the property, no pets are allowed except service dogs. No dogs are permitted in the poultry area.

Hygiene:If you’ve had a chance to pet one of the animals, be sure to wash your hands thoroughly before eating or touching food items. Hand sanitizer stations are available throughout the complex.

Safety:Be careful around the animals. If you get too close or startle them, they may kick, bite or move quickly.

— Hershey-Harrisburg Sports and Events Authority