Events

Since 1888, the Douglas County Fair has been the ultimate summer tradition, brought to you by the Douglas County Agricultural Association. We aren’t just the 10th largest fair in Minnesota—we’re the most popular party in the region for a reason!

This year’s schedule is absolutely bursting with high-energy events, world-class entertainment, and enough "food-on-a-stick" to satisfy every craving. Whether you’re here for the adrenaline of the midway or the charm of the barns, there’s a memory waiting for you around every corner.

Gather your crew, bring the family, and come see why we've been the highlight of the summer for over 135 years!

Friday, Aug. 7

9:00 AM

Dog Show

Saturday, Aug. 15

8:00 AM

4-H Horse Show

Sunday, Aug. 16

1:00 PM

Open Class Entry Day

Monday, Aug. 17

4-H Entry Day - Non Perishables

5:00 PM

4-H Pet Show

6:00 PM

4-H Cat Show

Tuesday, Aug. 18

4-H Entry Day 2 - Perishables

Wednesday, Aug. 19

Senior Day at the Fair - Sponsored by Vivie

9:05 AM

KXRA Open Line - live at the fair!

10:00 AM

4-H Poultry Show Fish, Wildlife, and Soil Conservation Education Microscope Lab (1) Microscope Lab (2) The "Kid's" Playground - Goat Fun Area Veteran's Thank You Cards

11:00 AM

Book Bingo (Free)

12:30 PM

Poppin' Penelope

1:00 PM

Casino Corner Foam Zone Sherwin Linton

2:00 PM

Outstanding Senior Citizen Recognition & Century Farms Presentation Pickleball Fun

3:00 PM

4-H Rabbit Show Foam Zone Make it and Take it (Free) Poppin' Penelope Sensory Carnival Time Sherwin Linton

5:00 PM

Foam Zone Kid's Bike Giveaway Poppin' Penelope Sherwin Linton

6:00 PM

Viking Speedway Demo Derby

6:30 PM

K9 Demo

7:00 PM

Red Letter Band

Thursday, Aug. 20

8:00 AM

4-H Dairy Goat Show

10:00 AM

Fish, Wildlife, and Soil Conservation Education Microscope Lab (1) Microscope Lab (2) The "Kid's" Playground - Goat Fun Area Veteran's Thank You Cards

10:30 AM

4-H Dairy Show

11:00 AM

Family Scavenger Hunt (Free)

12:00 PM

Junior Achievement

12:30 PM

Poppin' Penelope

1:00 PM

4-H Meat Goat Show Book Bingo (Free) Foam Zone

3:00 PM

Esports Mario Kart Competition Foam Zone Poppin' Penelope

4:00 PM

4-H Lamb Lead & Sheep Show

5:00 PM

Douglas County Fair Princess Pageant Foam Zone Kid's Bike Giveaway Poppin' Penelope

6:00 PM

Big Air ATV Tour

6:30 PM

K9 Demo

7:30 PM

Hellcat & Hulligans

Friday, Aug. 21

8:30 AM

4-H Swine Show

10:00 AM

Fish, Wildlife, and Soil Conservation Education Microscope Lab (1) Microscope Lab (2) Rock Painting for the Fair Rock Garden The "Kid's" Playground - Goat Fun Area

11:00 AM

Robotics Team Demonstration

12:30 PM

Poppin' Penelope

1:00 PM

4-H Beef Show Foam Zone Sensory Carnival Time

2:00 PM

Fall Musical

3:00 PM

Archery Foam Zone Poppin' Penelope

4:30 PM

Glacial Ridge Cattlemen's Association Steak Feed

5:00 PM

Bike Giveaway Douglas County's Got Talent Foam Zone Poppin' Penelope

6:00 PM

America 250 Tribute Concert

6:30 PM

K9 Demo

7:30 PM

The Fabulous Armadillos

Saturday, Aug. 22

9:00 AM

4-H Market Livestock Auction

10:00 AM

Fish, Wildlife, and Soil Conservation Education Microscope Lab (1) Microscope Lab (2) Rock Painting for the Fair Rock Garden The "Kid's" Playground - Goat Fun Area

11:00 AM

Poppin' Penelope Pork Producers Pork Chop Feed

12:00 PM

Kids Pedal Pull

12:30 PM

Poppin' Penelope

1:00 PM

Billy D & the Crystals Foam Zone

3:00 PM

Foam Zone Poppin' Penelope

5:00 PM

4-H Round Robin Showmanship followed by Costume Contest Bike Giveaway DJ - Anthem Entertainment Foam Zone

6:00 PM

Country Concert Flag Lowering

6:30 PM

K9 Demo

Sunday, Aug. 23

7:00 AM

4-H Animals Released & Premium Checks Available

11:00 AM

Open Class Entries Released & Premium Checks Available