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Daily Schedule for Sunday, August 23, 2026

Family Preparedness Half Price Day

$7 (up to $7.40 with fees) gate admission all day age 13+; $2 (up to $2.30 with fees) youth age 6-12

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A flag stands tall in the middle of a round about with cars parked in the grass along the road and a cloudy sky is in the background.

Legacy Flag Plaza

Aug 13 - 23

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

A serene garden scene with a small pond filled with lily pads, surrounded by lush greenery and trees under a clear blue sky. Benches and a wooden pergola create a peaceful atmosphere.

Explore the Highway Gardens

Aug 13 - 23

Police officers in uniform participate in a cooking demonstration at a Consumer Showcase event. Observers watch as they work on tall countertops.

Consumer Showcase

Aug 13 - 23

Three people observe chickens in cages at an outdoor fair, beside a brick building. The scene is lively and engaged, with curious expressions.

Let’s Talk Livestock at the Poultry/Rabbit Barn

Aug 13 - 23

People gather around a small pen under a canopy, observing a pig. A woman inside the pen talks to the group. The setting appears casual and educational.

Let’s Talk Livestock at the FFA Building

Aug 13 - 23

Missouri State Fair's Historic Main Gate entrance to the Fairgrounds

Historic Main Gate

Aug 13 - 23

A photo station at the Missouri State Fair reads "Salutes Our Heroes" with military emblems. It stands on grass under a tree, with a brick building nearby.

Photo Stations

Aug 13 - 23

Two festive ribbon rosettes with blue, red and white colors feature gold text: "Missouri State Fair, Sedalia," on a star-patterned background.

Patriotic Livestock Shows, Contests & Buildings

Aug 13 - 23

A group of people, including children and a cowboy, stand around a brown cow in a barn. They appear engaged and attentive, creating a warm, educational scene.

Let’s Talk Livestock at the Bart’s Barn

Aug 13 - 23

Missouri Department of Conservation Demos

Conservation Demos

Aug 13 - 23

A woman stands in front of a building on a sidewalk holding a Missouri Wine bag and sign

Find the Missouri Wine Giveaway

Aug 13 - 23

A mascot in a vest and tie stands smiling next to a "Selfie Stop" sign at a lively carnival with colorful rides in the background. The atmosphere is festive and cheerful.

CFM Selfie Stops

Aug 13 - 23

Four piglets wearing numbered vests race on wood shavings under a yellow tent. Spectators cheer by the "Finish Line" and "Hedrick's Racing Pigs" signs.

Hedrick’s Racing Pigs Show

Aug 13 - 23

Three children pet and feed two calves through a white fence in a petting zoo. The scene is lively and evokes a sense of wonder and interaction.

Hedrick’s Educational Petting Zoo

Aug 13 - 23

Man talks to a woman in a buliding with painting in the background.

Artists in Residence

Aug 13 - 23

A vibrant scene with a bluebird perched on a wooden post amidst wildflowers, set against a backdrop of the American flag waving under a blue sky.

America 250 Mural

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

Shopping at the Agriculture Building

Aug 13 - 23

Shopping at the Mathewson Exhibition Center

Aug 13 - 23

Shopping at the MO-Ag Theatre

Aug 13 - 23

Shopping at the Farm Bureau

Aug 13 - 23

See the Animals at the Sheep Pavilion

Aug 13 - 23

See the Animals at the Coliseum

Aug 13 - 23

See the Animals at the Children’s Barnyard

Aug 13 - 23

See the Animals at the Swine Barn

Aug 13 - 23

See the Animals at the Poultry & Rabbit Barn

Aug 13 - 23

See the Animals at the Horse Barns

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

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

American flag flies on a flag pole in the clear blue sky. Some clouds float in the background.

National Anthem

Aug 13 - 23 | 9:00 am

Young girl learns to milk a cow at a cow milking demo

Agriculture Buiding Activities

Aug 13 - 23 | 9:00 am

Butter Sculpture

Aug 13 - 23

Missouri Electric Cooperatives Building with trees around a clear blue sky with a couple clouds

Missouri Electric Cooperatives Scholarship Blind Draws

Aug 13 - 23 | 9:00 am

Man stands behind dairy cow as he pushes to cattle into position to be able to milk it.

Milking Demos

Aug 13 - 23

First Demo: 9:30 am
Second Demo: 6:00 pm

A blacksmith in overalls and a cap works at a forge, focusing intently on fiery coals under a tent. The scene conveys dedication and craftsmanship.

Blacksmith Demos

Aug 13 - 23

Aug 13-22: 9:00 am
Aug 23: 9:00 am

People from our Pages

Missouri Electic Cooperatives Activities

Aug 13 - 23 | 9:00 am

A building with a banner on the front and columns stands in the clear blue sky.

Womans Building/DNR Activities

Aug 13 - 23 | 9:00 am

A boy wearing simulation goggles walks along a line in a room, supervised by a man. Educational posters and displays about driving safety are visible.

MoDOT Expo Center Activities

Aug 13 - 23 | 9:00 am

A mirrored man in a patriotic outfit holds a "250 Years" flag. In the background, fireworks light up the sky with a large American flag. Celebration theme.

THE AmirrorCAN MAN

Aug 13 - 23

A cooking demonstration at the Eat Smart demonstration

Mizzou Central Activities

Aug 13 - 23 | 9:00 am

A smiling child with curly hair sits happily on a bright green tractor in an indoor setting, creating a playful and joyful atmosphere.

Farm Bureau Activities

Aug 13 - 23 | 9:00 am

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

Bright nursery room with blue walls features a large sun decoration. Green and white cribs line the wall, and a yellow changing table is nearby.

Baby Feeding & Changing Area

Aug 13 - 23

Aug 13-22: 10:00 am
Aug 23: 10:00 am

A person with short hair pours wine for a customer at a bar with a green foliage backdrop and "Missouri Wines" neon sign. Several wine bottles are displayed.

Missouri Winery Showcase

Aug 13 - 23 | 11:00 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

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

Kids sit in a circle playing a game and laughing.

Kids Contests

Aug 13 - 23 | 1:30 pm

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

Banners hang and exhibits displayed in a building with exhibits

4-H Activities

Aug 13 - 23

Steve Trash, Magician

Steve Trash, Magician

Aug 18 - 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

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 20-22 Shows: 5:00 pm
Aug 23 Shows: 1:00 pm

Ray Cardwell smiling and standing in front of a brick wall

Ray Cardwell Music

Aug 22 - 23

Horseshoes stacked up together on a horseshoe ring

Horseshoe Pitching

Aug 22 - 23 | 9:00 am

Little girl on pink tractor in the pedal pull

Pedal Pull

Aug 23

Last Chance Pulls: 10:00 am
State Championship: 12:00 pm

People gather under a tent for a service by Touchstone Energy Cooperatives of Missouri. A woman speaks at a podium; clergy and attendees listen.

Catholic Mass

Aug 23 | 10:30 am

A rendering of the new Governor Michael L. Parson Arena

Governor Michael L. Parson Arena Open to Fairgoers

Aug 23 | 11:00 am

Three man play fiddles on the Touchstone Energy Stage with a crowd watching.

Missouri Fiddling Championship

Aug 23 | 1:30 pm

The Supermatics standing in front of gold glittery curtain

The Supermatics

Aug 23 | 4:00 pm

410 sprint cars racing around the grandstand track

2026 POWRi 410 Sprint Cars, B Modifieds and Super Stock Races

Aug 23

$10 (up to $15 with fees) $20 (up to $25 with fees) $25 (up to $30 with fees)

Hot Laps: 6:00 pm
15-lap B-feature and 30-lap A-feature: 7:00 pm

800-422-FAIR (3247)

2503 W 16th Street
Sedalia MO, 65301

mostatefair@mda.mo.gov

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