Media Inquiries
All media inquiries should be directed to MSF Marketing Director Kari Mergen by calling 660-530-5611 or emailing kari.mergen@mda.mo.gov.
Media Credentials
Media credentials for the annual State Fair are extended to members of the working media. To learn more and request a media advisory, please visit our Media Credentials page.
Fair Photos
A gallery of Fair photos is available for media use on the Fair’s Flickr Photostream. Please attribute all photos – Photo(s) courtesy of the 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. …
Missouri Farm Bureau/Farm Family Day, Monday, Aug 11 Farm Family Day is a partnership with Missouri Farm Bureau and other key industry organizations. For 66 …
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 …
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 – Thursday, Aug 13 Join us on Thursday, Aug. 13, as tigers take center stage for Mizzou Day, presented by University of Missouri, …
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 …
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 …
Thursday, August 13 | 7:30 pmMissouri State Fair Grandstand, presented by CFM Insurance Tickets: $40 – $55 (includes potential fees) Nate Smith Bursting onto the …
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 …
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 …
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 …
Saturday, August 22 | 7:30 pmMissouri State Fair Grandstand Presented by CFM Insurance Tickets: $65 – $80 (includes potential fees) Little Big Town GRAMMY, ACM, …
Tuesday, August 18 | 7:30 pmMissouri State Fair Grandstand Presented by CFM Insurance Tickets: $35 – $50 (includes potential fees) State Fair concert ticket presale …
Entries for all Missouri State Fair livestock shows and competitive exhibits are now open! Complete rules and regulations for all shows and contests are available …
(SEDALIA, Mo.) – Missouri State Fair Director Jason Moore announced today that 62 youth, selected from Missouri 4-H and FFA State Fair exhibitors, will be …
Wednesday, August 19 | 7:30 pmMissouri State Fair Grandstand Presented by CFM Insurance Tickets: $35 – $50 (includes potential fees) State Fair concert ticket presale …
Friday, August 14 | 7:30 pmMissouri State Fair Grandstand Presented by CFM Insurance Tickets: $35 – $50 (includes potential fees) State Fair concert ticket presale …
Saturday, August 15 | 7:30 pmMissouri State Fair Grandstand Presented by CFM Insurance Ticket prices: $35 – $50 (including fees) State Fair concert ticket presale …
NOTE: While these NEW items are listed, they do not replace exhibitor’s requirement for reading ALL of the General Rules & Regulation, Animal Health Requirements, …
We are excited to offer High School Senior Banners for the Class of 2026 livestock exhibitors as a way to recognize and celebrate their hard …
