Color The FairAll kindergarten, 1st and 2nd graders are invited to color a Fair-themed sheet! The pages should be mailed or dropped off at the State Fair office by June 1st. All entrants who attend the fair will receive a participation ribbon, which can be picked up in the Kids Clubhouse, during the Fair. Check back for the coloring sheet! July 20 (10:00 AM - 10:00 PM)+ Add to my schedule
July 21 (10:00 AM - 10:00 PM)+ Add to my schedule
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Essay Contest: Why are your Grandparents the Best?4th and 5th graders are invited to write an essay about why their Grandparents are the Best! The winners will be announced soon and will be reading their essays at Senior Day. Check back for more information. |
Draft Horse Events ClassSponsored by Tractor Supply, draft horses from across the state will compete in events such as Log Skidding, Cloverleaf and an Obstacle Course. Watch these big horse teams demonstrate strength, agility, and much more than just their pulling abilities. July 21 (5:30 PM - 6:30 PM)+ Add to my schedule
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Pony PullWatch these small ponies pull! Two ponies make up each team and their combined weight determines if they will compete in the light weight or heavy weight class. Cash prizes are awarded to the top 9 teams, sponsored by IRET. Entries must be received by July 11, 2011! Download Entry Form July 21 (3:00 PM - 5:00 PM)+ Add to my schedule
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Run the RouteRun to the Fair! Enter the Run the Route Run/Walk on Saturday, July 21. Three race divisions are offered: a 5K run, 1 mile run, and 1 mile walk. All ages are encouraged to participate. Prizes will be awarded. July 21 (9:00 AM - 9:30 AM)+ Add to my schedule
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Cake Decorating ContestCalling all home-grown cake decorators to our 2nd Annual Live Amateur Cake Decorating Contest on Sunday, July 22nd! As well as our Adult Division, we have a brand new Junior Division for 13-17 years olds! Awesome cash prizes will be given! This year our theme is "Great.Big.Fun." Check back for registration details. July 22 (1:00 PM - 4:00 PM)+ Add to my schedule
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Draft Horse Hitch ShowStop down and see the biggest horses at the Fair get hitched up to classic wagons as they are judged on performance, style and parade-ability. There are 2 horse hitch, unicorn, 4 horse and 6 horse hitch classes. Call 852-3247 to get your horses registered. July 22 (1:30 PM - 2:30 PM)+ Add to my schedule
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Clown ContestAre you ready to clown around at the North Dakota State Fair? Any clown is welcome to participate in the Parade Contest, Make-Up Contest, Skit Contest, Balloon Contest, or all four! For more info or to sign up call Dizzy the Clown at 721-8434 or 852-5696. July 21 (2:00 PM - 4:00 PM)+ Add to my schedule
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Fruit & Vegetable Carving ContestCalling all artists of the kitchen. Kids 12 and under can display their creative powers by creating their own human, car, animal or alien creation out of fruit. Adults (13 and up), can sign up individually or as a pair to make a creation out of fruit in the mystery bag. Registration for the Adult Carving Contest coming soon! July 21 (1:00 PM - 2:00 PM)+ Add to my schedule
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4-H Ag Experience QR Code HuntJoin us in a virtual ag adventure across the State Fair! Use your smart phone to locate QR Codes throughout the Fairgrounds. Prizes will be awarded after completing a successful quest across the State Fairgrounds. July 21 (11:00 AM - 7:00 PM)+ Add to my schedule
July 22 (11:00 AM - 7:00 PM)+ Add to my schedule
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North Country Mercantile Redneck Relay RaceIts new, its fast, its furious, its… Redneck? North Country Mercantile is sponsoring the first ever Redneck Relay Race! Teams of two battle it out using brains and strength to overcome obstacles including mason jars, whipped cream, and watermelons covered with Crisco. Check back for registration forms. July 22 (3:30 PM - 4:30 PM)+ Add to my schedule
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Diaper DerbyIts back! The Diaper Derby invites all eager crawlers (14 months and younger) to race each other on their hands and knees to their parents at the finish line. Register online or the day of the competition at the Fair. July 24 (1:00 PM - 2:00 PM)+ Add to my schedule
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Fox 24 Water Day - Festival O' FunJoin booth exhibitors under the Festival Tent in State Fair Park from 10am - 4pm. Take part in trivia games, prize drawings and Frost Fest snow cones! Sponsors of Water Day include Fox 24, Fox 26 and ND Water Coalition. July 27 (10:00 AM - 4:00 PM)+ Add to my schedule
July 27 (10:00 AM - 4:00 PM)+ Add to my schedule
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Kid's Tractor Pedal PullSign your kids up for the ultimate pedaling competition sponsored by Xpress Mart. Miniature tractors are weighed down and pedaled to victory in front of the KX Info Center. The kid in each age division that pulls the most weight takes home the title! Simply show up prior to event to register. Open to all children ages 4-12. July 24 (2:00 PM - 4:00 PM)+ Add to my schedule
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Senior Day FestivalThe Annual Senior Festival sponsored by Trinity Health will be held in the Upper Atrium of the State Fair Center. Great entertainment, vendor booths, an ice cream social and tons of prize drawings are some of the fun activities that will take place. July 26 (10:00 AM - 3:00 PM)+ Add to my schedule
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Xcel Energy Family Day FestivalBring the whole family to Xcel Energy Family Day. There will be fun and educating activities as organizations will have displays and hands-on entertainment. Birds of Prey Live will be in the Upper Atrium and kid's will be able to create their own edible bird feeders! July 24 (10:00 AM - 4:00 PM)+ Add to my schedule
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3 on 3 Basketball TournamentBall players from across the state will battle it out in this tournament. Competitors include boys and girls grades 5 - 12, as well as adult men and women. This tournament is put on by MSU Men's Basketball Program and sponsored by KMOT-TV. Check back for update information! July 27 (12:00 PM - 6:00 PM)+ Add to my schedule
July 28 (9:00 AM - 6:00 PM)+ Add to my schedule
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4-H Film Festival4-H members from across ND have been invited to submit a short film for the 2011 ND 4-H Film Festival. Films will be judged and the public is invited to view the top three films in each category and select the People's Choice Award from these films. Enjoy popcorn and be entertained as these 4-H'ers showcase their talents. July 22 (2:00 PM - 3:00 PM)+ Add to my schedule
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Amateur Talent ContestLet your voice be heard at the 2012 NDSF Amateur Talent Contest. Amateurs in both the Junior and the Senior divisions from around the state will compete for cash prizes. Only the first 15 applications in each division will be accepted. All contestants will receive a pair of tickets to a concert that evening. July 27 (2:00 PM - 6:00 PM)+ Add to my schedule
July 25 (2:00 PM - 6:00 PM)+ Add to my schedule
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College Save MuralLet your artistic side shine! The Bank of North Dakota's College Save program is again sponsoring the 20-foot long larger-than-life paint by number mural.This year we have a brand new mural! Washable paint will be provided and Fairgoers are invited to help us paint this Fair- themed mural. July 20 (11:00 AM - 6:00 PM)+ Add to my schedule
July 21 (11:00 AM - 6:00 PM)+ Add to my schedule
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FireworksGrab a seat in the Grandstand on the last night of the Fair for a FREE fireworks display celebrating the end of another successful North Dakota State Fair! July 28 (11:00 PM - 11:20 PM)+ Add to my schedule
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Kids Cupcake Decorating ContestBring your sprinkles and come decorate! At our brand new contest, Lalee Cakes will provide 1 cupcake so each kiddo can show “What I Love at the North Dakota State Fair”. Prizes will be given to 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place in each age division! Check back to find the registration form! July 28 (1:00 PM - 2:00 PM)+ Add to my schedule
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MSU Alumni & Friends EventCalling all Minot State University Alumni and Friends! Get ready for some fun in the sun with the 4th Annual MSU Alumni & Friends Event in the Flickertail Gardens. The events include prizes, drink specials, catching up with friends new and old and plenty of fun! July 25 (5:00 PM - 8:00 PM)+ Add to my schedule
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ND Ag ExperienceThe ND Ag Experience will feature exhibits located throughout the Fairgrounds. Follow the footprints to each of the exhibits to learn fun facts about agriculture and for a chance to win prizes, including $500 cash! Sponsors of the Ag Experience include Grand International, ND Pork Council, Cenex of New Town, Midwest Dairy, Northern Plains Potato Growers Association, ND Soybean Council, Versatile Equipment, Northern Pulse Growers Association, Pahlke Pipe & Rod, Titan Machinery and Gooseneck Implement. July 20 (12:00 PM - 7:00 PM)+ Add to my schedule
July 21 (12:00 PM - 7:00 PM)+ Add to my schedule
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Midnight MadnessStay out late on the opening night of the Fair! The state's largest carnival will again be hosting Midnight Madness until 2am. You can use your Mega Ride Pass, Daily Unlimited Ride Wristband or purchase individual ride tickets to get in on the fun! July 20 (10:00 PM - 2:00 AM)+ Add to my schedule
July 21 (10:00 PM - 2:00 AM)+ Add to my schedule
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NDSF Barrel BashBarrel Bash is back! If you're a barrel rider, you won't want to miss this event. The State Fair will host two days of barrel racing. Buckles will be awarded to open winners in each division each day and awards are presented to youth winners in each division each day. Check back for registration info! July 27 (6:00 PM - 7:00 PM)+ Add to my schedule
July 28 (8:00 AM - 9:00 AM)+ Add to my schedule
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Not So Newlywed GameFour couples married 35 years or more are taking the stage during our "Not so Newlywed Game". Join us in the air conditioned Upper Atrium of the State Fair Center to cheer on your favorite team. Registration forms coming soon! July 26 (10:00 AM - 10:30 AM)+ Add to my schedule
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Team RopingCome watch top regional headers and healers as they try their hand at ropin' some steers. Added money will be awarded. Compete in this event by registering at 10am in Arena 2. The number of roping will be determined by amount of entries. Team Roping is proudly sponsored by Tractor Supply Company. July 20 (12:00 PM - 7:00 PM)+ Add to my schedule
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