If you're looking for a fun-filled weekend or just a weeknight family event, look no further than the upcoming events from the Johnson County Fair! The Fair is brought to you annually by the Johnson County Fair Association. Join for a Truckload of Fair Fun July 30th-August 5th, 2023 in Gardner, Kansas. The fair is a free event and open to the public. However, certain events do require admission and concessions will also be available for purchase.
The Fair offers a little something for everyone, with food vendors, live music, and plenty of activities for kids and adults alike. If you're a fan of livestock, you won't want to miss the live shows, where you can see some of the finest animals around. And if you're looking for a little excitement, be sure to check out the Demolition Derby and the Rodeo, two events that are sure to get your heart racing. But that's not all - there's also a carnival, with rides and games for all ages. So come on out and join the fun at the 4H and various exhibits - we guarantee you won't be disappointed!
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Below is a snapshot of main events that are scheduled each day. To see a full lineup of activities and events, visit our events calendar or click on the hyperlinks below.
Schedule of Events:
- Saturday, July 22nd @ 5pm | Meadowlark Event Space: Benefit Auction
- Sunday, July 30th @ 4pm | Livestock Pavillon: Livestock Check-in
- Monday, July 31st @ 6pm | Arena: barrel race, flag race, pole bending, key hole race egg, spoon race
- Tuesday, August 1st @ 1pm | Memorial Stage: Skillathon
- Tuesday, August 1st @ 6-11pm | Carnival: Tickets are $1. Most rides take 4-5 tickets. Wristbands are $30 each Tues.-Fri. and $35 on Saturday
- Tuesday, August 1st @ 7pm | Arena: Mutton bustin', greased pigs
- Wednesday, August 2nd @ 10am | Memorial Stage: Poultry Showmanship
- Wednesday, August 2nd @ 6-11pm | Carnival: Tickets are $1. Most rides take 4-5 tickets. Wristbands are $30 each Tues.-Fri. and $35 on Saturday
- Wednesday, August 2nd @ 7pm | Memorial Stage: PKC Dixieland Band
- Thursday, August 3rd @ 6-11pm | Carnival: Tickets are $1. Most rides take 4-5 tickets. Wristbands are $30 each Tues.-Fri. and $35 on Saturday
- Thursday, August 3rd @ 7pm | Arena: Rodeo gold
- Thursday, August 3rd @ 7pm | Memorial Stage: Travis Marvin Martin
- Friday, August 4th @ 6-11pm | Carnival: Tickets are $1. Most rides take 4-5 tickets. Wristbands are $30 each Tues.-Fri. and $35 on Saturday
- Friday, August 4th @ 6pm | Arena: amateur flat track hot lap & races
- Friday, August 4th @ 7:30pm | Memorial Stage: Mad Hoss Jackson
- Saturday, August 5th @ 10am | Parade: there is a new route this year so be sure to check the Fair's Facebook page for more details!
- Saturday, August 5th @ 4-11pm | Carnival: Tickets are $1. Most rides take 4-5 tickets. Wristbands are $30 each Tues.-Fri. and $35 on Saturday.
- Saturday, August 5th @ 7pm | Arena: demolition derby. Tickets for this event are required, and can be purchased Tuesday-Saturday when the ticket booth is open
- Saturday, August 5th @ 7pm | Memorial Stage: Chasity Jones and Some Kind of Wonderful
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Planning on attending the 2023 Johnson County Fair? We'd love see your photos from "A Truckload of Fair Fun"! Please tag @mackidgardnerspringhillpaola and @kcmacaronikid on IG or on Facebook at @MacKIDPaolaKS and @MacaroniKidJoCo!
