2026 GoNetspeed Live Webcam
See the Missouri State Fair from wherever you are! Thanks to our friends at GoNetspeed, you can enjoy a live look at the excitement happening …
Press Releases
Stars, Stripes and Live Entertainment
The Missouri State Fair has many things to offer for entertainment – from music to circus acts, and more, all included in the price of …
Livestock Entry and What’s New in Livestock
State Fair Exhibitor Deadlines and What’s New for 2026 State Fair exhibitors – Check out the following deadlines so you don’t miss your chance to …
Stars, Stripes and Service: Honoring Missouri’s Finest
Join us during the 2026 Missouri State Fair for the Military Flag Retreat Ceremony, a cherished daily tradition that honors the men and women who …
Advance Tickets Available Now
Buy Tickets in Advance and Save Missouri State Fair advance adult admission and carnival tickets are on sale now! Advance tickets are good any day …
Family Preparedness Half Price Day
Family Preparedness Half Price Day, Sunday, August 23 The final day of the Missouri State Fair is always very bittersweet because it’s the last day …
2026 Missouri State Fair Livestock Show Dedications
Each year, the Missouri State Fair proudly dedicates select livestock shows to families or individuals who have made a meaningful and lasting impact within their …
Missouri Electric Cooperatives Day, Aug 21 & Youth in Agriculture Day, Aug 22
Missouri Electric Cooperatives Day, Friday, August 21 Join us for a day of fun on the last Friday of the Missouri State Fair, Aug. 21, …
Senior Appreciation Day, Aug 19 & Governor’s Legislator’ & Judges Day, Aug 20
Senior Appreciation Day, Wednesday, Aug 19 We’re celebrating our senior citizen fairgoers on Senior Appreciation Day, on Wednesday, Aug. 19, sponsored by Sedalia Democrat. Senior …
Here Comes the King: World-Famous Budweiser Clydesdales Are Coming to the 2026 Missouri State Fair
Sedalia, MO – The world-famous Budweiser Clydesdales will march into the Missouri State Fair, Aug. 13-23, in Sedalia, in partnership with County Distributing and Anheuser-Busch. …
2026 Missouri Farm Families
Missouri Farm Bureau/Farm Family Day, Monday, Aug 17 Farm Family Day is a partnership with Missouri Farm Bureau and other key industry organizations. For 66 …
Employment applications accepted starting today!
The Missouri State Fair is now accepting applications for employment during the Fair in August. Starting pay is $15 per hour and benefits include valuable …
Salute to our Heroes Opening Weekend, Aug 15-16
Law Enforcement/Firefighter Appreciation Day, Aug 15 “Show Me Stars & Stripes” is a fitting theme to celebrate America 250 at the Missouri State Fair and …
Mizzou Day, Aug 13 & Conservation Day, Aug 14
Mizzou Day – Thursday, Aug 13 Join us on Thursday, Aug. 13, as tigers take center stage for Mizzou Day, presented by University of Missouri, …
Help us name the Missouri State Fair’s New Cheese
We’re excited to introduce a brand-new cheese made with milk from Missouri State Fair dairy cows and available at this year’s Fair for purchase! Now …
Celebrate America’s 250th Anniversary at the 2026 Missouri State Fair
Celebrating America 250 & New Happenings The Missouri State Fair is celebrating 250 years of America! This year’s Fair’s theme, “Show-Me Stars & Stripes,” will …
Concert Announcement: Nate Smith with Tyler Braden and Josh Ross
Thursday, August 20 | 7:30 pmMissouri State Fair Grandstand, presented by CFM Insurance Tickets: $40 – $55 (includes potential fees) Nate Smith Bursting onto the …
Missouri State Fair Announces Events Held in the Governor Michael L. Parson Arena for the 2026 State Fair
Construction on the new indoor Governor Michael L. Parson Arena is underway, with a completion date of July 2026, just in time for the 2026 …
Concert Announcement: Bailey Zimmerman with Chandler Walters
Thursday, August 13 | 7:30 pmMissouri State Fair Grandstand Tickets: $65 – $100 (includes potential fees) Bailey Zimmerman Hailing from Louisville, Illinois, multi-platinum singer-songwriter Bailey …
Concert Announcement: Rick Ross with Ying Yang Twins, Twista and Murphy Lee
Friday, August 21 | 7:30 pmMissouri State Fair Grandstand Tickets: $55 – $70 (includes potential fees) Rick Ross Rick Ross—born William Leonard Roberts II—is far …