State Fair ParadeJuly 25 Don't miss the largest parade in North Dakota on the first Saturday of the Fair. The parade starts at 9:15 a.m. sharp on the corner of Broadway and Burdick Expressway and runs to the Fairgrounds. Please contact the Parade office at 838-0104 with any questions. This years theme is Pumpin' in the Bakken and an application for the 2009 parade will be posted soon! Download Entry Form |
First Lady's Pie ContestJuly 25 First Lady of North Dakota, Mikey Hoeven, will judge this first-ever State Fair competition. No need to preregister, just bring your best dessert pie to the State Fair Center lobby at Noon on Saturday, July 25. The pie judging will begin at 2pm. Cash prizes totaling $600 will be awarded for the top three pies! Download Entry Form |
Miss Rodeo NDSFJuly 24 Take part in the North Dakota State Fair ninth annual rodeo queen pageant as a spectator or participant. Ladies between the ages of 18 and 23 will compete for the title of Miss Rodeo North Dakota State Fair 2010. Pageant contestants will be judged in horsemanship, modeling, speech and a personal interview. For further information, rules or an application, please contact Leslie Herslip, Pageant Coordinator at 701-578-4953 or email her at pagcoordinator@yahoo.com. |
Odor Eaters Rotten Sneaker ContestAugust 1 It's getting smelly this year at the Fair! On Saturday August 1 at 4pm kids between the ages of 5 - 15 will compete for a basket of Odor-Eaters® products, $200, and an all expense paid trip for child (and one parent/guardian) to Montpelier, VT to compete in the national finals in March 2010!! The shoes must be sneakers, they must be worn by the child, accompanied by a parent or guardian, and you must be a US citizen. The Rotten Sneaker Contest is sponsored by 97 KYYX FM. See official rules for details. Download Entry Form |
Pony PullJuly 25 Watch these small pony powerhouses work! Teams of ponies battle against each other for title of the strongest. Two ponies make up each team and their combined weight determines if they will compete in the light weight or heavy weight class. During their pull, teams must stay within the boundary lines or they will be disqualified. Cash prizes are awarded to teams that place in the top 9 places! Call the NDSF Office at 852-FAIR to register your team of ponies! Download Entry Form |
Colgate Country ShowdownJuly 26 Watch some of the best local country musicians compete in a talent challenge you won't want to miss. The Colgate Country Showdown, sponsored by Sunny 101.9 Radio, will take place inside the Flickertail Gardens on Sunday, July 26th at 1:00 p.m. Along with receiving a cash prize, the showdown winner will advance to the state competition to compete for the opportunity to qualify for the regional level. For more information, contact Sunny 101.9 at 1-800-827-1614. |
Draft Horse Events ShowJuly 25 Arena 2 will be home to the first ever Draft Horse Events Show. 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 so more than just their pulling abilities. Call the NDSF at 852-FAIR to get your draft horses registered. |
Draft Horse Hitch ShowJuly 26 Come see the biggest horses at the Fair get hitched up to classic wagons as they are judged on performance, style and parade-ability. The horse show is free for Fairgoers to attend. There are two horse hitch, unicorn, four horse and six horse hitch classes. Call the NDSF at 852-FAIR to get your draft horses registered. |
Horse PullJuly 26 The Horse Pull is a traditional Fair favorite! Large draft horse teams, bred for their strength and agility, compete to see who can pull the heaviest load. The best horses in competition are worked every day to keep their muscles and tendons in top shape for pulling. Owners put great effort into the beautiful appearance of these massive teams, and the event always draws a large crowd. Cash prizes are awarded to teams that place in the top 9 places! Call NDSF at 852-FAIR to register your team. Download Entry Form |
Run the RouteJuly 25 Run to the Fair! Enter the Run the Route Run/Walk on Saturday, July 25. Three race divisions are offered: a 5K run, 1.5 run, and 1.5 walk. All ages are encouraged to participate. Prizes will be awarded. Registration forms and information will be made available shortly. Download Entry Form |
Ag. ForumJuly 27 Join us Monday, July 27 at 10:30am on Stage 2 for the NDSF Ag. Forum sponsored by Bayer Crop Science. Agriculture associations and government agency representatives will be ready to answer your agriculture questions. For more information please contact the State Fair office at 857-7620. |
KMOT Pride of Dakota DayJuly 27 Experience Pride of Dakota Day at the North Dakota State Fair! Visit with North Dakota entrepreneurs and purchase products made exclusively in North Dakota. A lunch is offered to all fairgoers for only $1 from 11am-1pm under the tent. The lunch includes a hotdog, chips, and drink. Pride of Dakota Day is sponsored by KMOT-TV and ND Department of Agriculture. |
Stock Dog SeminarJuly 27 A must-see for all dog lovers! The Dakota Stock Dog Challenge will feature dog breeders from South Dakota and North Dakota demonstrating how they work their dogs around livestock, and sharing some tips about training your dog. Have a stock dog that needs some training? Contact the State Fair Office and we'll make sure they get in on the action! The seminar starts at 7:00 pm in the All Seasons Arena. |
Fox 24 TV Family DayJuly 28 Bring the whole family to this year’s Fox 24 TV Family Day. Step under the big tent located in the middle of the fairgrounds to experience several fun and educating activities for all ages. Several businesses and organizations will have displays and hands-on entertainment for everyone to enjoy. |
Military Appreciation Day & Beef PicnicJuly 28 Military Appreciation Day is moving to Tuesday this year. Military members can take advantage of discounted gate admission, rodeo tickets, and carnival ride wristbands with Military ID. Free carnival rides will be provided from 1:00pm to 3:00pm for Military personal and dependents. The ND Beef Commission, ND Stockmen's Association, and ND Cattlewomen will sponsor a free beef picnic for Active Military, Reserve, and National Guard Members from 11:00am-1:00pm. Coupons are needed for discounts on gate admission and rodeo tickets. Get coupons on the coupons & promotions link. |
Kids ShowdeoJuly 29 Watch young cowboys and cowgirls display their talents in a variety of junior rodeo events at the annual North Dakota State Fair Showdeo. There are three age divisions and six competitions for little buckaroos to challenge. Each stick horse race, goat tie, and calf scramble is sure to produce a State Fair champ and possibly a future rodeo star! Download Entry Form |
KX/Co-op DayJuly 29 Join the local Co-ops of North Dakota for a pancake and sausage breakfast served from 7:30 a.m. - 9:30 a.m. Visit with various co-ops throughout the day and enjoy an ice cream social from 3 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. in the afternoon. The KX/Co-op Day is a special way for co-ops to thank members for their patronage. |
Marketplace For KidsJuly 29 Marketplace for Kids is coming to the State Fair! The Bright Ideas Showcase and Contest will take place in the State Fair Center. Marketplace for Kids is a unique educational program offering encouragement for developing young entrepreneurs. It provides young people with a forum to present and explain their projects which are demonstrating entrepreneurship, innovation, and creativity. For more information visit http://www.MarketplaceForKids.org |
MSU Alumni EventJuly 29 Calling all Minot State University Alumni and Friends! Get ready for some fun in the sun with the 2nd Annual MSU Luau Party at the North Dakota State Fair Flickertail Gardens. Event runs from 5 - 8 pm. and includes prizes, drink specials, catching up with friends new and old and plenty of fun! |
Virtual Geocaching Scavenger HuntJuly 26-28 Join us in a virtual adventure across the State Fair! Participate in the journey anytime July 26 - 28 from 11am - 7pm Sunday and Monday and from 11am - 5pm on Tuesday. You may use your own GPS units or check one out at the 4-H Office in the State Fair Center. Prizes will be awarded after completing a successful quest across the State Fairgrounds. See the link below for rules and regulations. Download Entry Form |
Amateur Talent ContestJuly 29 Let your voice be heard at the 2009 North Dakota State Fair Amateur Talent Contest. Amateurs in both the Junior (15 and under) and the Senior (16 and up) 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 the Devonshires and Classic Car Show. Registration deadline is June 26. Download Entry Form |
Senior Day FestivalJuly 30 The Senior Festival will be held in the Upper Atrium of the State Fair Center on Thursday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Great entertainment, vendor booths, and an ice cream social are some of the fun activities that will take place. Several prizes will be given away during the festival. The Senior Festival is held to honor all that seniors have done for our local community and the state of North Dakota. |
Water Day - Festival O' FunJuly 30 Water Day-Festival O' Fun is back in 2009! The purpose of Water Day-Festival O' Fun is to promote unity for water development and to educate the public about the critical water needs that still exist within our state today. Join booth exhibitors under the big colorful Tent in State Fair Park from 10am - 4pm. A Water Wiz trivia game will be played and followed by a grand prize drawing. Frost Fest snowcones will also be given away from 3pm - 4pm. |
Collectibles ShowJuly 24 - August 1 If you have a special collection, don’t keep it hidden! Take part in the 2009 North Dakota State Fair Collectibles Show. Anything, from quilts to antique toys, can be displayed and judged. The Collectible displays must be set up by 5:00pm on July 22. Displays will be open from 10am - 10pm all nine days of the Fair. Exhibits are displayed in locked cases provided by the Fair. Awards include plaques and cash prizes for the 1st and 2nd place winners. For more information contact the NDSF Office at 852-FAIR. Download Entry Form |
North Country Mercantile Barnyard OlympicsAugust 1 Prove that you are the best farmhand out there by competing in the first annual North Country Mercantile Barnyard Olympics. Events will range from hay bale throwing to animal calling to wheelbarrow racing. Points are awarded based on placing and the one with the most points will be the champion. Come dressed in you best farmer joe outfit for bonus points. The fun will begin at 1 pm. on August 1. Make sure you get registered at North Country Mercantile located at 2000 20th Ave SE Minot or give them a call at 701-838-0081! |
3 on 3 Basketball TournamentJuly 31-August 1 For athletes looking for some summer fun, the North Dakota State Fair will once again host its annual 3 on 3 Basketball Tournament! Ball players from across the state will battle it out in this two - day competition packed with excitement to the last shot. The tournament includes boys and girls divisions grades 5 - 12, as well as adult mens and womens categories. The 3 on 3 Basketball Tournament is sponsored by MSU Beaver Boosters and KMOT - TV. Download Entry Form |
Arm Wrestling CompetitionAugust 1 As seen in Maxim magazine, the United States Wristwrestling & Armwrestling Association presents the 2009 North Dakota State Armwrestling Championships on Saturday, August 1 at 3pm on the Dakota Talent Stage. Weigh-ins are from 1:00 - 2:30 pm. Both men's and women's categories are available. Awards will be presented in all classes. |
Color The FairJuly 24 - August 1 Fill the walls of the Kid's Clubhouse with color! All kindergarten, first and second grade students are invited to color a page to be posted during the North Dakota State Fair. All entrants who attend the fair will receive a participation ribbon, which can be picked up in the Kids Clubhouse, during the State Fair. Download Entry Form |
FireworksAugust 1 The 2009 North Dakota State Fair will be going out with a bang! Join us in the Cenex Grandstand Saturday, August 1 at midnight for a fireworks display celebrating the close of yet another year of great food, free activities and star-studded entertainment. |
Heartland Poker TourJuly 25 - August 1 Getting in on the free Texas Hold’em tournaments held daily at the Fair just might land you a trip to Las Vegas! The annual Hold'em Tournament will serve as a stop on the Heartland Poker Tour. There is no buy in and up to 100 people play daily to get to one of two finals, July 28 or August 1. This tournament is a qualifier for state and regional Heartland Poker Tour tournaments. Daily prizes and concert tickets will be awarded. The grand prize of this year’s tournament is a 3 day two night trip to Vegas. Players must register by 12:45pm daily in the Flickertail Gardens. The competition is sponsored by The Vegas Motel, Sevens Restaurant, and Four Bears Casino and Lodge. |
Clown ContestJuly 25 Are you ready to clown around at the North Dakota State Fair? Any clown or organization is welcome to participate in the Parade Contest, Make-Up Contest, Skit Contest, Balloon Contest, or all four! The contest takes place at 2pm, registration is July 25th at the Jukebox Junkie Stage. For more information call Dizzy the Clown at 701-721-8434 or 701-852-5696. |
College Save MuralJuly 24 - August 1 Let your artistic side shine! The Bank of North Dakota's College Save program is sponsoring this 20-foot long larger-than-life paint by number mural. Washable paint will be provided and Fair-goers are invited to help us paint this Fair themed mural. The mural will be located on the south east corner of the State Fair Center each day from 11am - 9pm. |
Crowd Pleasers Karaoke ContestJuly 24 - August 1 Sing your heart out at the 4th Annual Crowd Pleasers Karaoke Contest. This contest takes place daily at 7pm and 10:45pm on the Dakota Talent Stage, with championship sing-offs being held on Tuesday, July 28 and Saturday, August 1. Registration takes place just minutes before the start of the competition. Prizes are awarded daily in both the adult and junior (16 and under) divisions. |
Dodgeball TournamentJuly 24 The fifth annual North Dakota State Fair Dodgeball Tournament is back by popular demand. The tournament is open to ages 16 & up. Prizes will be awarded to the top three teams in the Open Division and the teams with the best uniforms in both divisions. Entry Fee is $60 per team. All proceeds from the tournament will be donated to the Minot Area Community Foundation. Team registration will begin early this summer. Download Entry Form |
Fair ShotsJuly 24 - August 1 Rent a flash video recorder for free at the Fair office on the second floor of the State Fair Center (you'll need a credit card even though it's free)from 11am - 7pm. Then record all of the fun you have at the Fair! It's an easy and free way to be a star for the day. Return the camera and we'll edit and upload your video to the State Fair YouTube channel at http://www.youtube.com/ndstatefair. Invite your friends and family to watch! |
