Free Entertainment

August 11 to 21
Axe throwing, chain sawing, crosscut sawing and log rolling!

August 11 to 21
Climb, slide and crawl in the playground area donated by the Charlie Marshall family in 2008.

August 11 to 14
Laughter and interactive fun with Ronald on the Kids Stage, sponsored by Hostess Brands, Inc.

August 11 to 15
An electrifying dance experience - see, learn about and even try percussive dance on the Kids Stage, sponsored by Hostess Brands, Inc.

August 16 to 21
Plate spinning, feather balancing, scarf juggling and more on the Kids Stage sponsored by Hostess Brands, Inc.

August 17 to 21
A true audience favorite that appeals to all ages on the Kids Stage, sponsored by Hostess Brands, Inc.

August 11 to 21
Hands-on interactive play for kids age 2-10.

Baby changing and feeding area - supplies
provided by

August 11 to 20
The power of the mind is demonstrated in this hilarious family-appropriate show

August 11 to 13
Distinctive combination of a cappella music and comedy

August 14 to 16
Innovative mingling of bluegrass and country music

August 17 to 20
A cappella harmonies and industrial stomp-style drumming

August 11 to 21
Aerial fantasy, acrobats and more under the Big Top!

August 14 to 15
6 p.m.
Mathewson Exhibition Center
Mounted contestants compete in this fast action timed event using two .45 caliber single action revolvers each loaded with five rounds of specially prepared blank ammunition.

Wednesday, August 17
Enjoy the sounds of bluegrass from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. at these locations throughout the fairgrounds: Gazebo between Fine Arts and Floriculture Buildings, Highway Gardens Lawn and Machinery Area next to Farmco Building

Budweiser Stage - The Chapmans 12 p.m. & 3 p.m.
Good Time Charlie's - Midnight Flight 11 a.m. & 1:30 p.m.
Show-Me Tent -
The Ozark Oprty Tribute 10 a.m. & 1 p.m.
The River Berry Players 11 a.m. & 2 p.m.
Hazel Kinder Band 12 p.m. & 3 p.m.
Bluegrass Jam Session 4 p.m. - public invited to participate
Touchstone Energy Stage - 6 p.m. Banjo Contest - public invited to participate

August 11 to 21
Slippin' and slidin' and headed for the "ham" stretch! Entertainment for the whole family!

August 11 to 21
Come See What They Saw!

August 11 to 21
Visit the petting zoo and interact with a wide range of exotic animals.

August 11-21
Strolling entertainer with big shoes, pink hair, polka dots and the warmest smile in the world!

August 11-21
Strolling entertainer Professor Farquar peddles laughter, the best medicine of all!

August 11-21
Daily appearances from Smokey Bear, Sparky and Patches and Pumper in front of the State Fair Firehouse

Thursday, August 11, Monday, August 15 and Saturday, August 20 - 1:30 p.m. - Fire Extinguisher Display and Hands-On Training in front of the State Fair Firehouse

Friday, August 12 1:30 p.m. - Firefighters will battle a raging vehicle fire in front of the State Fair Firehouse

Sunday, August 14 2 p.m. - Firefighters and medical crews will demonstrate life saving techniques during a mock motor vehicle crash. Victims will be removed from vehicles using various tools including the "Jaws of Life." Located in front of the Pepsi Grandstand.

Wednesday, August 17 1:30 p.m. - Firefighters will show tools and gear required to fight a fire in front of the State Fair Firehouse.

August 11-21
Get closer to Missouri agriculture in the Children's Barnyard. Feed for animals provided by Kent Feed, Inc.

August 11-14
LEGO fans unite in building the perfect ninja and master the art of Spinjitzu. Enter the temple. Choose your path. Battle on stage. Kids ages 6-60!

Amateur Talent Show - Sunday, August 14 12 p.m. Entry Form
Missouri Fiddling Championship - Sunday, August 21 1:30 p.m.
Bench Press/Deadlift Competition - Sunday, August 14 12 p.m.
Missouri State Fair Idol Contest at the Budweiser Stage - Preliminaries August 11-16 at 4 p.m.; Semi-Finals August 17-20 at 4 p.m.; Finals August 21 at 2 p.m.
Miss American Heartland Pageant - Tuesday, August 16 6 p.m.
AND MORE!

Check out the full schedule of premium livestock shows and competitive exhibits, also free with gate admission.