Entertainment & Interactive Experiences
DAILY ENTERTAINMENT & ATTRACTIONS
Check out all the shows, performers and attractions you can find at this year. All entertainment is included with admission. Download the Youth Fair app or pick up a Fun guide for daily schedule. Shows and schedule subject to change without notice.
TOTALLY TIMELESS SHOWS
Step back in time and enjoy performances that bring the best of vintage vibes, from rock'n roll to disco fever! From retro-inspired shows to your classic fair favorites, make sure to check out all of these show-stopping performances during your visit.
FUNKANOMETRY NEW 🪩
Location: Main Street Stage & Strolling
Get ready to groove with Funkanometry, the dynamic dancing duo that's taking the stage by storm! With their high-energy moves and infectious enthusiasm, they'll transport you back to the iconic sounds of each decade.
DISC-CONNECTED K9S NEW
Location: Xtreme Zone
Get ready for a paws-itively thrilling show! Disc-Connected K9s features a talented team of rescued dogs performing amazing frisbee tricks that will leave you howling for more!
TRIBUTES NEW 🪩
Location: Main Street Stage
Get ready for a blast from the past on the Main Street Stage! Our tribute shows feature iconic artists like Madonna, Rolling Stones, Prince, Journey, Bee Gees, and more. Sing along, dance, and relive the memories!
COPPER COWBOY NEW
Location: The Barn
Say howdy to the Copper Cowboy, a mesmerizing living statue at the barn! Take a moment to admire his incredible stillness and snap a photo with this one-of-a-kind cowboy.
CIRCUS NEW ACTS
Location: Circus Tent
The best spot on the fairgrounds to clown around is back again! New juggling and acrobatic acts, comedy bits, and extreme stunts that will entertain the whole family.
JUKEBOX ON ICE NEW SHOW 🪩
Location: Fuchs Pavilion
Step back in time with Jukebox on Ice, an electrifying retro-themed ice skating show! Watch as world-class skaters bring the decades to life with dazzling choreography, stunning costumes, and jaw-dropping stunts—all set to the greatest hits of the past. It's a high-energy spectacle you won't want to miss!
DJ FATE
Location: Welcome Plaza
What's better than a dance party? A dance party at the fair! Don't miss out on the phenomenal DJ Fate fine-tuning the perfect playlist at the Centerpiece from 8 pm - 11 pm.
PIG RACES
Location: Oasis
Ready? Set. GO! It's a race to the finish line for these pigs! Cheer on your favorite pigs as they race to the finish line.
GROOVE ON THE MOVE (Strolling Entertainment)
These strolling acts bring the show to you! From vibrant street acts to attention-seeking mascots, these roaming performers make the Fair experience groovier for everyone.
DAILY PARADE NEW FLOATS
Location: Fairgrounds Daily at 6:30(ish)
Get ready for the excitement of the Daily Parade, a lively celebration that fills the fairgrounds with energy and fun! Watch as colorful floats, dynamic performers, and lively strolling acts make their way through the fair. Don't miss this beloved tradition—and your chance to catch some beads!
SIR MIMEALOT NEW
Location: Strolling
Prepare to be captivated by Sir Mimealot, the fair's silent sensation! With expressive gestures and playful antics, he brings laughter and wonder to guests of all ages. Keep an eye out—he may surprise you with an unexpected moment of fun!
STILT CIRCUS
Location: Strolling
Your favorite tall duo is back! Stilt Circus walks with fairgoers, poses for photos, and showcases their incredible costumes.
STROLLING DJ
Location: Strolling
Is the song stuck in your head getting louder? Turns out you might have just heard the beats of Strolling DJ approaching. This high-energy extravaganza will bring the party to you!
THE FRITTERS
Location: Strolling
Keep an eye out for The Fritters as you make your way around the fairgrounds! Whether they're making funny poses for a quick photo or participating in a dance battle with guests, these attention-seeking characters are always ready to have a good time.
TADPOLE AND KATIE
Location: Strolling
Tadpole and Katie are back again! For years, guests have seen them roaming the grounds, spreading cheers and jokes on the midways.
GNARLY ATTRACTIONS AND MORE!
Wild encounters, fair favorites, photo opps, student exhibits, shopping and more!
SHOW ME SAFARI PETTING ZOO
Location: Oasis
Show-Me Safari Petting Zoo is the ultimate interactive experience for animal lovers! This attraction allows for fairgoers to pet and feed exotic and domestic animals making it a fun filled activity for everyone. Camel rides are also available for our youngest fairgoers to enjoy.
Welcome Plaza Centerpiece NEW THEME 🪩
As you make your way into the Fairgrounds, keep an eye out for this year's re-themed Welcome Plaza Centerpiece. At night, enjoy a dance party as DJ Fate plays all the hits from the top of the structure!
The Barn
Stop by The Barn and come face-to-face with a variety of animals all in one place! Enjoy educational displays, agriculture shows, take part in a milking demonstration, and more.
The Garden
Need a quick break during your visit? Relax at the Garden and take in the scenery. Fairgoers can browse through student landscape projects and take part in horticulture demonstrations.
Sedano's Kitchen inside Arnold Hall
See what's cooking at the Sedano's Kitchen inside Arnold Hall. Fairgoers can enjoy friendly cooking competitions including, cupcake decorating, Sedano's Cook-Off, and For Kids, By Kids. Not only is this home to several culinary competitions, we also host professional culinary demos here.
The Marketplace inside Edwards Hall
Discover unique products and small local businesses inside Edwards Hall.
Student Exhibits inside Arnold Hall
Showcasing youth achievement is what we're all about! Stroll through Arnold Hall and check out thousands of student creations on display.