Participate

Online Registration

Entries for Missouri State Fair competitions/contests are now being accepted. See individual competition/contest rules for entry instructions. Most competitions/contests can be entered via online registration, or by downloading the entry blank and submitting via mail, in person or by fax to 660-827-8169 or 660-827-8160. In accordance with Missouri State statute, a convenience fee will be assessed to the customer for all credit card payments.

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Livestock Shows & Building Exhibits

Learn how to enter livestock shows & competitive building exhibits at the Missouri State Fair.

Competition Updates

What’s new in 2023 for Missouri State Fair livestock shows & competitive building exhibits.

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Missouri State Fair homecoming float in the opening day parade

Fair-time & Special Contests

Parade, Queen, Barbecue, Truck/Tractor Pulls & Shows, Horseshoe Pitching, & Fiddling

Commercial

Apply to be a vendor/concessionaire, paid entertainer or sponsor at the Missouri State Fair.

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