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DOUGLAS COUNTY FAIR BOARD
President – Brad Brejcha
Vice President – Jim Kokett
Treasurer – Kevin Brezina
Secretary – Sharon Seibel
Directors: Brad Schmidt, Keith Englund, Lisa Hynes, Darla Engstrom, Aaron Williams, Molly Maudal, Pete Fernholz, Don Kleine, Jerry Peper, Julie Bosek and Janet Schiltgen
Staff: April Brejcha and Kristie Brezina
On behalf of the Douglas County Agriculture Association and the entire Board of Directors (known as the Fairboard), I would like to welcome you to the 2024 Douglas County Fair! For many years the fair has been the event that brings people together. Not only residents of Douglas County, but visitors from throughout the state. Multiple generations of families have enjoyed creating memories at the fair. Each year our Ag Association challenges the Fairboard to make our fair bigger and better. We rely on favorite events that have occurred in the past while trying to keep the fair fresh and new. We are confident that the 2024 fair will include both. We are excited to announce that 2024 will include a whole new carnival. While our previous carnival served us well for many years, it was time for a refreshing change. Crescent City Amusements will be bringing a clean new look to our fair with new rides and games for all ages to enjoy. We are also excited to bring back our Tractor Pull on Wednesday evening. Red River Valley Pullers will be providing a great pulling event with large tractors and trucks. Adults will be $5 with children free. It will be at the Glenwood State Bank grandstand. Our other featured event will be our concert on Saturday evening featuring Chris Janson. This will be a paid event but should be a great experience for those attending at the Glenwood State Bank grandstand.
As a Fairboard, we want to provide as much entertainment as possible, and your entrance admission allows you to see and experience many things. This year’s free band lineup on the Alomere Stage includes Raised On Radio appearing on Wednesday evening, The Fabulous Armadillos on Thursday evening, The Holy Rocka Rollaz on Friday evening and closing out our 2024 fair will be the party band Verge on Saturday evening. There will also be music throughout the day including Rick Fiedler, Katy’s Swing Band, Nathan Neuman and the Peterson Farm Brothers. These acts will be on the Hubbard Radio or Knute Nelson stages.
Other entertainment will be the Sheriff’s K-9 demonstrations, A performance by Andria Theatre and demonstrations by the Raptor Center as well as the Chahinkapa Zoo. There
Brad Brejcha Fair Board President
will also be the Quality Equipment Lawn Mower Demo and Bohemian Tractor Pull (free grandstand and competitor entry) and so much more.
Our senior citizens will be demonstrating their talents and also making ethnic foods to sell. There will be many other food vendors as well.
And we cannot forget a very intricate part of our fair: our very talented 4-H clubs. Along with their farm animals, they display many other talents through their projects. We are very proud of our 4-H members and all they provide to our fair.
You can find the entire fair schedule and much more about our fair by visiting our website at www.dcmnfair. com You can also purchase daily and season passes including the bargain season pass ticket for only $15 – what a great option! Ride wristbands and schedules along with Tractor Pull, Viking Speedway Demolition Derby and Chris Janson tickets may also be purchased online at www.dcmnfair. com.
We look forward to seeing you at the 2024 Douglas County Fair where Memories To Last A Lifetime are Made. Let’s share the fun!
Brad Brejcha, President, Douglas County Fairboard
Fair Information
WEDNESDAY, AUG. 14 THROUGH SATURDAY, AUG. 17 • GATES OPEN AT 8 A.M. DAILY.
DOUGLAS COUNTY FAIR
Douglas County Fair
300 Fairgrounds Road Alexandria, MN 56308
866-656-FAIR (3247) dcmnfair.com
GATE ADMISSION
• Daily admission: $8 online ahead of time, $9 at the gate, kids 10 and under are free
• Season pass: $15 gets you into the fair all four days (This is the best deal.)
• Golden Ticket: $55 - includes admission for all four days and parking in the East lot.
PARKING
• Free parking in the West parking lot courtesy of Integrity Title.
• Only pre-paid “golden ticket” parking and handicapped parking in the East parking lot.
• Tickets can be purchased on the fair website.
ACCESSIBILITY
The following are available for fairgoers:
• Wheelchairs are available in the fair office.
• Free handicapped parking is available just inside the east gate.
• Shuttles from the Integrity Title west parking lot leave every 15 minutes during regular fair hours. Courtesy shuttles from the other lots are available by asking at the gate.
Peterson Farm Brothers Peterson Farm ready to entertain fairgoers entertain
The Peterson Farm Brothers, who found fame through social media, will be at this year’s Douglas County Fair. Well, at least two of the three brothers will be there.
Their show will take place Friday, Aug. 16, at 5 p.m.
The trio was originally known for making ag-related parodies and music videos. Now, they share their farming lifestyle on their social media platforms. They regularly post educational and entertaining videos about farming.
Some of their more famous parodies include I’m Farming and I Grow It (I’m
Sexy and I Know It parody), Farmer Style (Gangnam Style parody) and All I Do Is Farm (All I Do Is Win parody).
The Peterson brothers farm together with their families near Assaria, Kansas. They produce their entertaining and educational videos on their YouTube channel and post farming and video updates to their social media pages – Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok and Snapchat.
Aside from their productions on social media, the brothers travel around the country to speak and entertain. They also blog about misunderstood
topics in agriculture and open up their farm for tours, weddings and overnight stays on Airbnb.
Their hope is to educate the general public on where their food comes from and what a real Midwest family farm looks like.
Their show is sponsored by Farm Bureau, JB Tractors, Stu WoodEdina Realty, Pro-Ag Farmers Co-op of Garfield, Douglas County Dairy Association and Douglas County Corn and Soybean Growers Association.
New carnival comes to the fair to
The Douglas County Fair Board is excited to announce there will be a brand new carnival at this year’s fair. Crescent City Amusements, a family-operated business founded in 2004 by Greg and Michele Brooks, will be this year’s carnival vendor.
Based out of Slidell, Louisiana, with a summer county fair route in Minnesota, Crescent City Amusements offers safe family fun that is sure to please fair goers, according to its website.
They offer clean and courteous uniformed employees, delicious food, exciting rides for all ages and a wide variety of games of skill and chance.
A new option this year at the Douglas County Fair is to purchase a “MegaBand,” which is good for every day of the fair and all hours the fair is open. Ride wristbands and Megabands can be purchased ahead of time on the fair website, dcmnfair.com/p/entertainment/carnival--midway.
The carnival hours will be as follows:
Wednesday, Aug. 14: From 3 to 5 p.m., there will be a sensory-friendly carnival with no lights or music. During this time, there will be limited rides open. From 5 to 10 p.m., rides will open with lights and sounds and be available to all.
Thursday, Aug. 15 through Saturday, Aug. 17: The carnival will be open from 1 to 10 p.m. each day.
Again, MegaBands, which are $65 in advance or $75 at the fair, are good for all days and all hours. However, wristbands, which are $25 in advance or $35 at the fair, are good for one of the following sessions:
Wednesday, Aug. 14: 3 to 10 p.m.
Thursday, Aug. 15: 1 to 5 p.m. and 6 to 10 p.m.
Friday, Aug. 16: 1 to 5 p.m. and 6 to 10 p.m.
Saturday, Aug. 17: 1 to 5 p.m. and 6 to 10 p.m.
Single tickets can only be purchased during the fair.
National Geographic photographer
to present at the fair
Learn what it is like firsthand to create and publish photographs by National Geographic photographer, RJ Kern. He will be sharing his experiences in two different presentations at the Douglas County Fair.
The first, which is on being a National Geographic agricultural photographer, is scheduled for Wednesday, Aug. 14, at 12:30 p.m. in the 4-H building.
The second presentation, which is titled, “The unchosen ones: Advice for 4-H competitions and life skills learned in 4-H,” will take place on Thursday, Aug. 15, at 4:30 p.m. in the 4-H building.
These are open to all fairgoers. Those attending don’t have to be affiliated with 4-H.
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4-H at the Douglas County Fair 4-H at
4-H isn’t just about raising animals. 4-H youth develop skills they use throughout their lifetime in a positive youth leadership environment. Douglas County 4-H has 15 clubs with 645 members between traditional 4-Hers and the after school club 4-Hers who bring their best to share during the Douglas County Fair.
Come on out to the fair and see what wonderful things can happen when youth are provided positive outlets for their energy and potential.
Dates to remember
August 2
9 a.m., 4-H Dog Show
August 5
6 p.m., Pre-County Fair Cleanup at the Fairgrounds
August 10
8 a.m., 4-H Horse Show
August 12
12-7 p.m., 4-H Non-Perishable Item Judging
5 p.m., 4-H Pet Show
6 p.m., 4-H Cat Show
1-7 p.m., 4-H Animal Science Interviews
5-7 p.m., Club Exhibits Judged
August 13
1-7 p.m., 4-H Perishable Item Judging
1-7 p.m., Livestock Vet Check
7-8:30 a.m., Vet Check - Last Call for Milking Dairy & Horses
August 14
9-12 p.m., Animal Weighing & Verification
10 a.m., 4-H Poultry Show
3 p.m., 4-H Rabbit Show
August 15
8 a.m., 4-H Goat Show
1 p.m., 4-H Dairy Show
4 p.m., 4-H Lamb Lead & Sheep Show
August 16
8:30 a.m., 4-H General Livestock Shows (swine at 8:30 am and beef at 1:00 pm)
7 p.m., Last Call to Accept State Fair Trips
August 17
9 a.m., 4-H Market Livestock Auction
12 p.m., All State Dog & Horse Show Paperwork Due
1:30 p.m., State Fair Meeting for General Encampment
2:30 p.m., State Fair Meeting for Livestock Encampment
4:30 p.m., Round Robin Showmanship
Registration
5 p.m., Round Robin Showmanship
August 18
7 a.m., 4-H Animals Released
7 a.m. - 12 p.m., 4-H Premium Check Available for Pickup
7 a.m. - 12 p.m. , 4-H General Exhibits
Released
4-H
Open Class
Open Class contests are open to anyone of any age who lives in Douglas County or neighboring counties. Open class registration closes on Saturday, Aug. 10. Pre-registration is required.
Open Class entry day is Monday, Aug. 12, from 1 to 7 p.m. Open Class will be released on Sunday, Aug. 18, between 11 a.m. and 2 p.m.
In a continuing effort to streamline the Open Class entry process, the Douglas County Fair is pleased to announce that it has partnered with Fair Entry to offer an online registration/entry process. Advanced registration is required. You can complete the registration in just a few easy steps. You will need a valid email address to complete your registration process online. Read the directions and they will guide you through the process. If you miss registering for an exhibit, you are welcome to log back in at any time and add items.
The premium book is available online on the Douglas County Fair’s website, dcmnfair.com/openclass. The registration link is also at the same website.
For questions, send an email to info@dcmnfair.com or call 866-656-FAIR (3247).
Entertainment at the fair Entertainment at
Here’s a rundown of the various musical acts during the four-day event:
ALOMERE HEALTH MAIN STAGE
Wednesday, Aug. 14, 7 p.m. –Raised on Radio, a central Minnesota based band hitting theaters and festivals all over the midwest. Current shows include the music of Foreigner/ Night Ranger, Alabama and working to add a Journey/Bon Jovi show as well. The band also offers up a playlist that covers a wide range of music from the tribute shows and more.
Thursday, Aug. 15, 7:30 p.m. – The Fabulous Armadillos. This St. Cloud band recreates songs from many musical genres, including country, Motown, heavy metal and 70’s soft rock. They are known for their themed showsatPioneerPlaceOnFifthTheater in St. Cloud. Their name derives from a nickname for keyboardist Greg “Gary D.” Armstrong, once a member of the Bobby Vee Band, and they call their fans “Dilloheads.”
Friday, Aug. 16, 8 p.m. – The Holy Rocka Rollaz. If it’s the classic early rock ‘n’ roll and rockabilly of Elvis Presley, Buddy Holly, Chuck Berry, Johnny Cash (and many more!) that you want, played just the way those legends played it, you have found your dream band. Minnesota’s own Holy Rocka Rollaz bring back the sound, the look, the memories and nostalgia of one of America’s most treasured eras.
Saturday, Aug. 17, 9:30 p.m. –Verge is a rock/pop band with eight
musicians. They bring the songs to life with multiple costume changes, some are even lighted. This high-energy group will keep the party going after the Chris Janson concert.
HUBBARD RADIO STAGE
Wednesday, Aug. 14: At 10 a.m., tap your toes and enjoy oldtime music by Nathan Neuman. At noon, Trent Layne will take the stage.
Thursday, Aug. 15: At noon, Trent Layne takes the stage.
Friday, Aug. 16: Once again, at noon, Trent Layne will take the stage. Saturday, Aug. 17: At 11 a.m., musician Rick Fiedler will perform and then at 5:15 p.m., it will be the Divas Through the Decades.
GLENWOOD STATE BANK GRANDSTAND
Saturday, Aug. 17: At 6 p.m., it’s the Chris Janson concert featuring opening acts Damon Mitchell and Adam Calvert. Janson is set to perform starting at 8:15 p.m.
Verge to keep the party Verge party going on Saturday night on
Verge is a rock/pop band with eight musicians. They bring the songs to life with multiple costume changes, and some are even lighted.
This high-energy group will keep the party going after the Chris Janson concert.
They will perform on the Alomere Health Main stage beginning at 9:30 p.m. Their concert is open to all fairgoers.
The band’s members are as follows, according to the band’s website:
Cherry (lead vocals): She hasn’t stopped singing since her solo performance of God Bless America at age 8. Among a lifetime of performing, she’s toured Europe in the Sound of America Choir, played the lead role of Maria in West Side Story and has won many singing awards before joining Verge as lead vocalist in 2021. Cherry loves singing everything from classical to heavy metal.
Becky (vocals/dancer): She joined Verge as vocalist and dancer in 2018 and has an award-studded career as a middle eastern dancer and figure skater, including performing with Ammala Dance Company, Sisters of the Sahara Dance Troupe, Le Cirque Rouge Performance Troupe and Ansari’s Mediterranean Grill.
Freddie (vocals/dancer): She started her singing and dancing early with school choirs and The Grand Avenue Dance Company in St. Paul. She’s had a love of performing ever since. She joined Verge in 2018, dazzling in 6-foot lighted wings as “Freddie Gaga.”
Tom (bass/vocals/band manager): He started playing the stand-up bass at age 8 before starting his first rock band at age 16. He took some time off from his rock band career to be a nuclear submarine officer, which included surfacing through the ice four times at the North Pole. He resurfaced and was a founding member of Verge in 2012.
Bob (country rock vocals/rhythm guitar); His love of music started with the British Invasion and went on to include southern rock to metal and everything in between. This cowboy was brought in for some good ol’ country flair and acoustic rhythm. Lately, he’s been spotted with a sweet little red hot rod strapped around his shoulder. He joined the group in 2021.
Matt (lead guitar/vocals): He honed his unique and impressive playing style in numerous bands, including Lemon Trophy, Affect and Good Question before founding Verge with Tom in 2012. He’s a master surgeon on the guitar, with blazing solos, two-handed tapping and a rocking charismatic stage presence.
Shawn (drums): His first kit was his mother’s tupperware set upon which the tunes he played were inspired by Bam Bam Flintstone and Chris Partridge. His recorded original music has been broadcast on 93X, KFAI and KFAN. In the early 2000s, he switched to cover bands including Slapshot, Triple Dog Dare and Hitfaced.
Dave (lead guitar/vocals): His dazzling skills on lead guitar are surpassed only by his magnetism on the stage. He is a lifetime rockstar who has performed hundreds of shows including national tours and published albums in bands prior to joining Verge in 2021.
Chris Janson to perform Saturday Chris Janson to
The concert is presented by Affinity Plus Federal Credit
Chris Janson, presented by Affinity Plus Federal Credit Union, will be performing at this year’s Douglas County Fair. The event is planned for Saturday, Aug. 17.
The concert will start with Nashvillebased singer/songwriter Damon Mitchell. Then, Adam Calvert, who is a high-energy country music artist from Nashville, will take the stage.
Janson will take over the stage for an energetic show starting at 8:15 p.m.
This will be a rain or shine event. No ticket refunds.
VIP tickets are sold out, but there are still some Roth Roofing Party Pit passes and general admission tickets available.
According to Wikipedia, Janson is an American country music singer
Union
and songwriter. He has recorded three full-length albums, Buy Me a Boat, Everybody and Real Friends, through Warner Records Nashville. He also has one extended play each for Bigger Picture Music Group, Columbia Records and Warner Nashville.
Janson has charted multiple singles on the Billboard Hot Country Songs and Country Airplay charts, including Good Vibes and Done, both of which went to number one. Some of his other hits include Buy Me a Boat, All I Need is You, Fix a Drink and Drunk Girl.
In addition to his material, Janson has performed on albums by Holly Williams and Lee Brice and has co-written singles for Tim McGraw, LoCash, Randy Houser and Hank Williams Jr.
DAY TRIPS
• Mollie B & Squeezebox at the Paramount Theatre in St. Cloud: Mon, Oct 7, $75pp
• Some Like It Hot at the Orpheum Theatre in Minneapolis: Thurs, Oct 17, $115pp
• Waitress presented by the Great Theatre at the Paramount
• Ozark Jubilee presents a Branson Country Christmas in St. Cloud: Mon, Nov 4, $85pp
• The Highwaymen Live at the Ames Center in Burnsville: Sun, Nov 17, $110pp
• Irving Berlin’s White Christmas at Chanhassen Dinner Theatre: Sat, Nov 23, $120pp
MN State Fair
MOTORCOACH TOURS
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• Christmas in Nashville: Dec 15-21
• Florida Fun w/MN Twins Spring Training: March 2025
• French River Cruise on the Seine: June 20-30, 2025
CASINO TRIPS
• Jackpot Junction (Morton): Wed (8/28), Tues (9/17), $20pp
• Cedar Lakes (Cass Lake): Tues (9/24), $30pp
• Northern Lights (Walker): Tues (11/12), $30pp
• Dakota Magic (Hankinson, ND): Wed (9/4, 10/2), $25pp
• Shooting Star (Mahnomen): Tues (11/26), $30pp
• Gaming Getaway to Northern Lights (Walker) and Fortune Bay (Tower): Sun-Tues (Oct 13-15), per person: $165/Trpl/Quad, $185/dbl, or $260/sngl
• Jackpot Junction Overnight (Morton): Sun/Mon (Nov 24-25)
The Douglas County Fair is showing its appreciation for
2024 Douglas County Fair Schedule Schedule
Event Times Subject to Change. For Complete Daily Schedule, Please Visit www.dcmnfair.com
Since 1888, the Douglas County Fair has been a program of the Douglas County Agricultural Association. While being the 10th largest fair in Minnesota, it is also the best attended fair in the region. This year’s schedule is packed full of events, entertainment and food. Event times subject to change. For the complete daily schedule, visit dcmnfair.com.
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 14
Senior Day sponsored by Knute Nelson
8 a.m. – Gates Open
9 a.m. – The Cool 94.3 Morning Show w/ Dan and Lucy – Hubbard Radio Stage
9 a.m. – KXRA Open Line – live at the fair! – Kathryn LeBrasseur Heritage Square
10 a.m. – Flag Raising Ceremony in honor of our Veterans – Knute Nelson Heritage Stage
10 a.m. – 4–H Poultry Show – T.A. “Dad” Erickson Pavilion
10 a.m.–12 p.m. – Nathan Neuman – Hubbard Radio Stage
10 a.m.–3 p.m. – Seed Art for All Ages – DIY Building
10 a.m.–4 p.m. – Balance Activities by Knute Nelson – Kathryn LeBrasseur Heritage Square
10 a.m.–5 p.m. – Knute Nelson Prize Registration – Kathryn LeBrasseur Heritage Square
10 a.m.–6 p.m. – The “Kid’s” Playground – Goat Fun Area – West of the Poultry Barn
10 a.m.–6 p.m. – Pioneer Power Club Antique Tractor Display – Kathryn LeBrasseur Heritage Square
10 a.m.–8:50 p.m. – Enter to win the $250/Daily Progressive Cash Giveaway –Glenwood State Bank Grandstand
10 a.m.–9 p.m. – Rock Painting for the Fair Rock Garden–DIY Building
10 a.m.–9 p.m. – Ask the Master Gardener – Echo Press Building
10 a.m.–9 p.m. – Buildings Open
10 a.m.–9 p.m. – Farm to Market Children’s Education – FFA Building
10 a.m.–9 p.m. – Fish, Wildlife and Conservation Education – Game and Fish
Building
10 a.m.–9 p.m. – Paint the Douglas County Fair Barn Quilt – DIY Building
11 a.m.–4 p.m. – Service Representatives for Senior Citizens – Kathryn LeBrasseur Heritage Square
11 a.m.–7 p.m. – Demonstrations of Old Time Arts and Crafts – Kathryn LeBrasseur Heritage Square
11 a.m.–7p.m. – Ethnic Food Demonstrations by the Senior Center – Log Cabin
11:30 a.m.–1 p.m. – Community Education – Youth Enrichment – Old Schoolhouse
12 p.m. – Beer Vendor is Open – Calorie Lane
12–4 p.m. – Katy’s Swing Band – Knute Nelson Heritage Stage
12–1:30 p.m. – Community Education Pickleball – Old Schoolhouse
12–2 p.m. – Trent Layne – Hubbard Radio Stage
12:30 p.m. – RJ Kern – On Being a National Geographic agricultural photographer – 4–H Building
1–10 p.m. – Bingo – Lions Building
2 p.m. – Raptor Center Presentation – Hubbard Radio Stage
2 p.m. – Outstanding Senior Citizen Presentation and UCare Reception –Knute Nelson Heritage Stage
3–6 p.m. – Matt and Amy from the KIK–FM Morning Show – Hubbard Radio Stage
3 p.m. – 4–H Rabbit Show – T.A. “Dad” Erickson Pavillion
3–5 p.m. – Sensory Friendly Carnival – please be respectful in allowing those with sensory sensitivities to enjoy this time – Midway
3–10 p.m. – Wristbands and Megabands Session – Midway
4:30 p.m. – RJ Kern – The Unchosen Ones: Advice for 4–H Competitions and Life Skills – 4–H Building
5 p.m. – Grand Prize Drawing for Knute Nelson Senior Day – Knute Nelson Heritage Stage
5 p.m. – Kid’s Bike Giveaway – Knute Nelson Heritage Stage
5:30–7 p.m. – District 206 School Board Connections – Old Schoolhouse
5–10 p.m. – Carnival Open to All – Midway
6 p.m. – K–9 Demo – Commercial Building
6 p.m. – Tractor Pull – Glenwood State Bank Grandstand
7 p.m. – Raised on Radio – Alomere Health Main Stage
9 p.m. – $250 Daily Progressive Cash Giveaway – Alomere Health Main Stage
2024 Douglas County Fair Schedule Schedule
THURSDAY, AUGUST 15
Kids Day sponsored by Leighton Media
8 a.m. – Gates Open
8 a.m. – 4–H Goat Show – T.A. “Dad” Erickson Pavilion
9 a.m. – The Cool 94.3 Morning Show w/ Dan and Lucy – Hubbard Radio Stage
10–11:30 a.m. – Woodland Elementary Parent Advisory Council – Old Schoolhouse
10 a.m.–2:50 p.m. – The Great Bike Giveaway Registration – Hubbard Radio Stage
10 a.m.–3 p.m. – Seed Art for All Ages – DIY Building
10 a.m.–6 p.m. – The “Kid’s” Playground – a Goat Fun Area – West of the Poultry Barn
10 a.m.–6 p.m. – Pioneer Power Club Antique Tractor Display – Kathryn LeBrasseur Heritage Square
10 a.m.–8:50 p.m. – Enter to Win the $250/Daily Progressive Cash Giveaway –Glenwood State Bank Grandstand
10 a.m.–9 p.m. – Rock Painting for the Fair Rock Garden – DIY Building
10 a.m.–9 p.m. – Ask the Master Gardener – Echo Press Building
10 a.m.–9 p.m. – Buildings Open
10 a.m.–9 p.m. – Farm to Market Children’s Education – FFA Building
10 a.m.–9 p.m. – Fish, Wildlife and Conservation Education – Game and Fish Building
10 a.m.–9 p.m. – Paint the Douglas County Fair Barn Quilt – DIY Building
10:30 a.m.–12 p.m. – Chahinkapa Zoo – Hubbard Radio Stage
11 a.m.–7 p.m. – Demonstrations of Old Time Arts and Crafts – Kathryn LeBrasseur Heritage Square
11 a.m.–7 p.m. – Ethnic Food Demonstrations by the Senior Center – Log Cabin
11:30 a.m.–1 p.m. – Community Education – Youth Enrichment – Old Schoolhouse
12 p.m. – Beer Vendor is Open – Calorie Lane
12–3 p.m. – Trent Layne – Hubbard Radio Stage
1 p.m. – 4–H Dairy Show – T.A. “Dad” Erickson Pavilion
1 p.m. – RJ Kern – On Being a Commemorative Artist for the Minnesota State Fair – 4–H Building
1–2:30 p.m. – Voyager Elementary Parent Advisory Council – Old Schoolhouse
1–5 p.m. – Wristband Session – Midway
1–10 p.m. – Carnival Open – Midway
1–10 p.m. – Megabands Session – Midway
1–10 p.m. – Bingo – Lions Building
2:30–4 p.m. – Garfield–Miltona–Carlos Parent Advisory Council – Old Schoolhouse
3 p.m. – The Great Bike Giveaway hosted by Hubbard Radio – Hubbard Radio Stage
3–6 p.m. – Matt and Amy from the KIK–FM Morning Show – Hubbard Radio Stage
4 p.m. – 4–H Lamb Lead and Sheep Show – T.A. “Dad” Erickson Pavilion
4–5:30 p.m. – Lincoln Elementary Parent Advisory Council – Old Schoolhouse
4:30 p.m. – RJ Kern – The Unchosen Ones: Advice for 4–H Competitions and Life Skills – 4–H Building
5:30–6:30 p.m. – Community Education – Alexandria Area Gymnastics – Old Schoolhouse
5:30 p.m. – Douglas County Fair Princess Pageant – Knute Nelson Heritage Stage
6 p.m. – K–9 Demo – Commercial Building
2024 Douglas County Fair Schedule Schedule
6–10 p.m. – Wristband Session – Midway
6 p.m. – Quality Equipment Lawn Mower Demo Derby and Bohemian Tractor Pull – Glenwood State Bank Grandstand
7:30 p.m. – The Fabulous Armadillos – Alomere Health Main Stage
9 p.m. – $250 Daily Progressive Cash Giveaway – Alomere Health Main Stage
FRIDAY, AUGUST 16
Military, Law Enforcement, Fire and EMS Appreciation Day sponsored by Bremer Bank
8 a.m. – Gates open
8:30 a.m. – 4–H Swine Show – T.A. “Dad” Erickson Pavilion
9 a.m.–12 p.m. – The Cool 94.3 Morning Show w/ Dan and Lucy–Hubbard Radio Stage
10 a.m.–6 p.m. – The “Kid’s” Playground – a Goat Fun Area – West of the Poultry Barn
10 a.m.–6 p.m. – Pioneer Power Club Antique Tractor Display – Kathryn LeBrasseur Heritage Square
10 a.m.–8:50 p.m. – Enter to Win the $250/Daily Progressive Cash Giveaway –Glenwood State Bank Grandstand
10 a.m.–9 p.m. – Rock Painting for the Fair Rock Garden – DIY Building
10 a.m.–9 p.m. – Ask the Master Gardener – Echo Press Building
10 a.m.–9 p.m. – Buildings Open
10 a.m.–9 p.m. – Farm to Market Children’s Education – FFA Building
10 a.m.–9 p.m. – Fish, Wildlife and Conservation Education – Game and Fish Building
10 a.m.–9 p.m. – Paint the Douglas County Fair Barn Quilt – DIY Building
11a.m.–7 p.m. – Demonstrations of Old Time Arts and Crafts – Kathryn LeBrasseur Heritage Square
11 a.m.–7 p.m. – Ethnic Food Demonstrations by the Senior Center – Log Cabin
12 p.m. – Beer Vendor is Open – Calorie Lane
12–1 p.m. – VIBE/Healthy Voices, Healthy Choices – Old Schoolhouse
12–3 p.m. – Trent Layne – Hubbard Radio Stage
1 p.m. – 4–H Beef Show – T.A. “Dad” Erickson Pavilion
1–2 p.m. – Discovery Middle School Choir – Old Schoolhouse
1–5 p.m. – Carnival Wristband Session – Midway
1–10 p.m. – Bingo – Lions Building
1–10 p.m. – Carnival Open – Midway
1–10 p.m. – Carnival Megaband Session – Midway
3–6 p.m. – Matt and Amy from the KIK-FM Morning Show–Hubbard Radio Stage
4 p.m. – Douglas County’s Got Talent – Knute Nelson Heritage Stage
4:30–7 p.m. – Glacial Ridge Cattlemen’s Association Steak Feed – Just Outside the Game and Fish Building
5 p.m. – Kid’s Bike Giveaway – Knute Nelson Heritage Stage
5 p.m. – Peterson Farm Brothers – Hubbard Radio Stage
6 p.m. – K–9 Demo – Commercial Building
6–10 p.m. – Carnival Wristband Session – Midway
6 p.m. – Demo Derby hosted by the Viking Speedway – Glenwood State Bank Grandstand
8 p.m. – The Holy Rocka Rollaz – Alomere Health Main Stage
9 p.m. – $250 Daily Progressive Cash Giveaway – Alomere Health Main Stage
SATURDAY, AUGUST 17
Spnosored by Affinity Plus Federal Credit Union
8 a.m. – Gates open
9 a.m. – 4–H Market Livestock Auction – T.A. “Dad” Erickson Pavilion
9–11 a.m. – Matt and Amy from the KIK–fm Morning Show with the Linder Farm Network–Hubbard Radio Stage
10 a.m.–4 p.m. – Kids’ Rock Climbing Wall – FREE – Near East Gate
10 a.m.–6 p.m. – The “Kids” Playground – a Goat Fun Area – West of the Poultry Barn
10 a.m.–6 p.m. – Pioneer Power Club Antique Tractor Display – Kathryn LeBrasseur Heritage Square
10 a.m.–8:50 p.m. – Enter to Win the $250/Daily Progressive Cash Giveaway –Glenwood State Bank Grandstand
10 a.m.–9 p.m. – Ask the Master Gardener – Echo Press Building
10 a.m.–9 p.m. – Buildings Open
10 a.m.–9 p.m. – Farm to Market Children’s Education – FFA Building
10 a.m.–9 p.m. – Fish, Wildlife and Conservation Education – Game and Fish Building
10 a.m.–9 p.m. – Rock Painting for the Fair Rock Garden – DIY Building
11 a.m.–2 p.m. – Rick Fiedler – Musician–Hubbard Radio Stage
2024 Douglas County Fair Schedule Schedule
11 a.m.–4 p.m. – Pork Producers Pork Chop Feed – Just Outside the Game and Fish Building
11 a.m.–7 p.m. – Demonstrations of Old Time Arts and Crafts – Kathryn LeBrasseur Heritage Square
11 a.m.–7 p.m. – Ethnic Food Demonstrations by the Senior Center – Log Cabin
11:30 a.m.–1 p.m. – Meet Your School Board – Old Schoolhouse
12 p.m. – Beer Vendor is Open – Calorie Lane
12 p.m. – Kids Pedal Pull Registration – DIY Building
12–4 p.m. – Water Wars – FREE – North Entrance of the RCC
12:30 p.m. – Kids Pedal Pull – DIY Building
1–10 p.m. – Carnival Open – Midway
1–10 p.m. – Carnival Megaband Session – Midway
1–5 p.m. – Carnival Wristband Session – Midway
1–10 p.m. – Bingo – Lions Building
5 p.m. – 4–H Round Robin Showmanship followed by Costume Contest – T.A. “Dad” Erickson Pavilion
5 p.m. – Kid’s Bike Giveaway – Knute Nelson Heritage Stage
5:15–7:15 p.m. – Divas Through the Decades–Hubbard Radio Stage
6 p.m. – Flag Retirement – Knute Nelson Heritage Stage
6 p.m. – K–9 Demo – Commercial Building
6 p.m. – Chris Janson Concert presented by Affinity Plus Federal Credit Union – Glenwood State Bank Grandstand
6–10 p.m. – Carnival Wristband Session – Midway
9:30 p.m. – Verge – Rock/Pop Band – Alomere Health Main Stage
10:30 p.m. – $250 Daily Progressive Cash Giveaway – Alomere Health Main Stage
Event times subject to change
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Tractor Pull coming back to the fair Tractor Pull the fair
Lawn mower derby, demo derby will also take place
The Douglas County Fair is bringing back the Tractor Pull. The event, hosted by the Red River Valley Pullers, will take place Wednesday, Aug. 14.
It will run from 6 to 8 p.m. Adult tickets are $5 with ages 17 and under free.
Tickets can be pre-purchased at dcmnfair.com/tickets.
The Quality Equipment Lawn Mower Demo Derby, a free grandstand event, will take place at 6 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 15.
New to this year’s event will be the Bohemian Tractor Pull.
Rules for the derby can be found on the Douglas County Fair website, dcmnfair.com.
The regular Demo Derby will take place Friday, Aug. 16, beginning at 6 p.m.
The 3rd annual Viking Speedway Beatdown Demo Derby will feature stock big cars, compact rear wheel drive, compact limited weld and also autocross and youth autocross. More information can be found at vikingspeedwaymn.com.
Fair offers plenty of activities for kids
From face painting and balloon art to a rock climbing wall, book reading and a sensory play area, there are plenty of activities for kids at the Douglas County Fair.
Here are just a few of the many things that can be found during the four-day event:
FFA Barnyard – Children love to see all the different animals at the fair each year. Join the local FFA groups in the barnyard to learn about agriculture and participate in farmto-market activities.
Rock climbing – A free rock climbing wall will be set up on Saturday, Aug. 17. Kids can climb free from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Water wars – Free water wars water fight activity will take place Saturday, Aug. 17, from noon to 4 p.m.
Bike giveaway – Daily bike giveaways including the Hubbard Radio Great Kid’s Bike Giveaway at 3 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 15.
Kidway – Many rides for a variety of ages are available on the Kidway. Enjoy the ferris wheel, the slides, the merry-goround and more.
There will also be daily K-9 demonstrations and of course, all the animals to look at in the 4-H barns.
Staff from the University of Minnesota Raptor Center will have a presentation at this year’s fair.
With an owl, hawk, falcon and possibly an eagle, the presentation will take place Wednesday, Aug. 14, at 2 p.m.
The Raptor Center’s mission, according to their website, “is to ensure the health of raptors and the world we share.”
Their specialized hospital admits around 1,000 birds of prey each year with a goal to rehabilitate and release them back into the wild.
They also train future generations of veterinarians and wildlife rehabilitators, conduct ground-breaking research on raptors and the environment and educate and inspire thousands of people each year through their unique educational programming.
To learn more about the Raptor Center, visit raptor.umn. edu/.
Bubo, a great horned owl, lives at the Raptor Center.
Photo courtesy of the Raptor Center
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