See you at the Fair!

Labor day weekend for over 100 years

September 3-7, 2026

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About the Fair

About Us


The Northwest Missouri State Fair is proud to mark its 109th year of celebrating agriculture, community, and tradition. From exciting entertainment and exhibits to family-friendly activities, our lineup is packed with opportunities for fun and connection. Thank you for being a part of our fair's legacy, and we hope you enjoy all that this year's fair has to offer!


This Season

Featured Items


Purchase your Saturday night concert tickets through our partners, Midwestix.

Find information about the various events showcased live in front of the Grandstands.

Discover many other acts, performances, and events happening on the grounds.

View show dates and times, along with rules and regulations.

Get the details on entering exhibits at the Ag Expo Building.

Kick off Opening Day with information for Thursday's parade.

Front Gate

9:00 AM – 12:00 AM

Plan Your Visit

Guest Information


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Hours of Operation

Front Gate

9:00 AM – 12:00 AM

Fair Office

9:00 AM – 10:00 PM

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Thursday

6:00 PM – 10:00 PM

Friday-Sunday Afternoon

1:00 PM – 5:00 PM

Friday-Sunday Evening

6:00 PM – 10:00 PM

Monday

1:00 PM – 5:00 PM

Exhibit Building

Thursday-Sunday

11:00 AM – 10:00 PM

Monday

11:00 AM – 7:00 PM

ag expo Building

Thursday-Sunday

12:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Monday

10:00 AM – 3:00 PM

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Admission
Front Gate — Cash Only

Opening Day/Family Day - Thursday

FREE

Adults (11 & Up)

$5

Kids (10 & Under)

FREE

Season PASSEs

Purchase at Cole Hardware on the south side of the Bethany square

Adults (11 & Up)

$15

Kids (10 & Under)

FREE

carnival armbands

Purchase at Cole Hardware on the south side of the Bethany square

Single Session

$30

Mega Armband Pass

$125

Thank You To Our Partners