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Daily Schedule for Friday, August 21, 2026

Missouri Electric Cooperatives Day

FREE 3-in-1 dual input charging cable to first 1,500 visitors to the MEC Building on Aug 21.

Rural Missouri Carnival Coupon: $5 off unlimited carnival ride wristband, Aug 21 only, with coupon available in Rural Missouri Magazine.

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Children play at a playground with adult supervison. The playground has blue and yellow climbing structures and slides. A sunny day with a large tree in the background.

Kids Zone

Aug 13 - 23

Varied Industries building front

Shopping at the Varied Industries Building

Aug 13 - 23

Commercial Building front

Shopping at the Commercial Building

Aug 13 - 23

See the Animals at the Children’s Barnyard

Aug 13 - 23

See the Animals at the MFA Arena

Aug 13 - 23

See the Animals at the Mule Barn

Aug 13 - 23

See the Animals at the Cattle Barns

Aug 13 - 23

See the Animals at the Horse Barns

Aug 13 - 23

See the Animals at the Poultry & Rabbit Barn

Aug 13 - 23

See the Animals at the Swine Barn

Aug 13 - 23

See the Animals at the Coliseum

Aug 13 - 23

See the Animals at the Sheep Pavilion

Aug 13 - 23

Shopping at the Farm Bureau

Aug 13 - 23

Shopping at the MO-Ag Theatre

Aug 13 - 23

Shopping at the Mathewson Exhibition Center

Aug 13 - 23

Shopping at the Agriculture Building

Aug 13 - 23

Fair Mascot, Bartholomule, in a tuxedo and red bow tie waves cheerfully in front of a the Missouri State Fair Main Gate Tribute. A fair poster is visible below the sign.

Main Gate Tribute

Aug 13 - 23

A cheerful MSF mule mascot, wearing a black vest and a red bow tie, sits outdoors on a wooden bench, surrounded by colorful flowers and greenery.

BARTholomule

Aug 13 - 23

Strolling daily: 9:00 am

A man, Professor Farquare, in a top hat plays a banjo next to a woman, Polecat Annie, in fringed attire and a wide-brimmed hat, creating a lively and rustic outdoor setting.

Professor Farquar & Polecat Annie

Aug 13 - 23

Strolling daily: 9:00 am

Three sea lions perform at an outdoor show, each balanced on a stool. A trainer in a red shirt engages with them. A crowd watches in the background.

Sea Lion Splash

Aug 13 - 23

A smiling person in black attire holds four colorful puppets with diverse expressions. Text reads "The Voices in His Head" on a blue background.

Kevin Horner, Comedian & Ventriloquist

Aug 13 - 23

A person sits thoughtfully against a dark background, wearing a red and black striped outfit with matching hat. The mood is playful and whimsical.

Jason D’Vaude the Circus Man

Aug 13 - 22

Acrobat balances upside down on stacked cylinders in a vibrant circus tent. Performer in matching outfit watches, with "Amazing Anastasini Circus" sign lit up in the bottom right corner.

Anastasini Circus

Aug 13 - 23

A veteran in a red cap salutes a soldier in camouflage uniform while holding a folded flag. Onlookers, including children, observe respectfully.

Military Flag Retreat Ceremony

Aug 13 - 23

Street performer in a red and yellow costume juggles under a clear blue sky. A crowd watches, with signs for mini donuts and ice cream visible. Vibrant and lively atmosphere.

PAZ The Sports Guy

Major League Circus Show

Aug 18 - 23

A smiling group of five musicians sit on steps, holding guitars and a violin. They appear relaxed and joyful, with a drum set in the background.

The ABLeS

Aug 18 - 22

Prestigious Draft Horses lead a buggy with two people steering in an area filled with people sitting in the stands. The vibe is competitive and lively.

Draft Horse Hitches

Aug 20 - 23

Aug 14-16 Shows: 5:00 pm
Aug 17 Shows: 1:00 pm

A young man energetically plays a grand piano, smiling with enthusiasm. The room is well-lit, and a drum set is partially visible in the background.

Zeke Backus

Scott Joplin Ragtime Foundation Musician

Aug 21

Trevon Dawson singing

Trevon Dawson

Aug 21

First Show: 4:00 pm
Second Show: 6:00 pm

SoulRoot posing as a band outside a bar

SoulRoot

Aug 21 | 9:00 pm

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