FAIR SCHEDULE

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9 a.m. – 12 p.m. Youth Building Entries Received – Bldg. 12
Youth Booth/Display Entries Received – Bldg. 12
10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Beer, Wine, Mead & Cider Entries Received – Bldg. 14A
10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Home Arts & Crafts Building Entries Received – The Null Bldg. (9) (Photography, Fine Arts, Mutli-Media, Afghans, Quilts, Children and Middle High/School)
11 a.m. – 3 p.m. Standardbred Horse Show – Elm Street Development, Ryan Homes & NV Homes Equine Arena – Infield – Pleasants’ Horse Park (Free) ~ Winbak Farm ~   

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6 p.m.

 

Fair Kick Off: Youth Royal Ambassador Contest & Youth Pass Pick Up – Visit Frederick Grandstand Stage

3 – 8 p.m.

 

Home Arts & Crafts Building Entries Received – The Null Bldg. (9) (all exhibits EXCEPT Baked Goods, Photography, Fine Arts, Multi-Media, Afghans, Quilts, Children and Middle/High School)

3 – 8 p.m.

 

Farm & Garden Building Entries Received – Bldg. 14A

1 – 8 p.m.

 

Farm & Garden Building Entries Received – Bldg. 14A

3 – 8 p.m.

 

Home Arts & Crafts Building Entries Received – The Null Bldg. (9) (Baked Goods Only)

9 a.m.

 

Judging – Home Arts & Crafts Building Exhibits – (CLOSED)

  

Judging – Farm & Garden Building Exhibits – (CLOSED)

3 – 10 p.m.

 

Beer Garden – Under the MICHELOB ULTRA sign, next to Farm & Garden Michelob Ultra, Wantz Distributors

4 p.m.

 

Kid Zone (Free)

5 p.m. – Close

 

Carnival Midway Opens – Wristbands $30 ($)

5 p.m. – 10 p.m.

 

Homegrown Wineries, Breweries and Distilleries Showcase – Bldg. 13 – Fred. Co. Office of Economic Development

6 p.m.

 

Horse Barrel Racing –  Outdoor Horse Arena – Infield – Pleasants’ Horse Park

7 p.m.

 

2023 Agricultural Awards Ceremony: Farm Family, Agri-Business, Ag-Advocate, Young Farmer, Top Ag Professionals, Frederick Co. 4-H Character Counts – Bldg. 32 – South Mt. Creamery Large Arena

6:30 p.m.

 

Gin Blossoms, Sugar Ray, Tonic & Fastball Grandstand ($) – Presented by Team Reeder of Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc. and Smoketown Brewing Station As part of the Michelob Ultra Concert Series

9 a.m. – 12 noon

 

Youth Entries Received – Bldg. 12

9 a.m.

 

Home Arts & Crafts Building Opens to Public – The Null Bldg. (9)

  

Farm & Garden Building Opens to Public – Bldg. 14A

  

Open Class Boer Goat Show #1 – Bldg. 28 – Farmer’s Cooperative Small Livestock Arena

  

Youth Horse & Pony Show – English – Outdoor Horse Arena – Pleasants’ Horse Park

9 a.m.- 10 p.m.

 

Kid Zone (Free)

10 a.m.

 

*Carnival Midway Opens – 10 a.m. – Close. To avoid your disappointment should intermittent shut downs occur due to the forecast, Wristbands will not be sold on site Sat. 9/23. Jack Passes CAN be redeemed but please keep this in mind. Updates will be posted as available. Wristbands $30 ($) Wristbands not sold after 8 p.m. Regular Ticket Prices after 8 p.m.

10 a.m.

 

Horse Showcase/Expo – Infield – Pleasants’ Horse Park

12 Noon – 10 p.m.

 

Homegrown Wineries, Breweries and Distilleries Showcase – Bldg. 13 – Fred. Co. Office of Economic Development

1 p.m.

 

Homemade Hit & Miss Engine Ice Cream Demo – City Streets Country Roads – Bldg. 44 (Free)

  

Open Class Boer Goat Show #2 – Bldg. 28 – Farmer’s Cooperative Small Livestock Arena

3 p.m.

 

Kid’s Pedal Tractor Pull – City Streets Country Roads – Bldg. 44 (Registration begins at 2:30)

3 p.m.

 

All Other Buildings Open to Public

3 – 10 p.m.

 

Beer Garden – Under the MICHELOB ULTRA sign, next to Farm & Garden – Michelob Ultra, Wantz Distributors

  

Open Class Boer Goat Show #3 –  Bldg. 28 – Farmer’s Cooperative Small Livestock Arena

5 p.m.

 

Homemade Hit & Miss Engine Ice Cream Demo – City Streets Country Roads – Bldg. 44 (Free)

6 p.m.

 

Horse Pull – Outdoor Horse Arena – Pleasants’ Horse Park (FREE)

6:30 p.m.

 

Youth Pretty Cow Contest-  Bldg. 32 – South Mt. Creamery Large Arena

7:30 p.m.

 

Zach Williams – Presented by The Mercer Family – Grandstand ($)

8:30 a.m. Draft Horse & Mule Show – Outdoor Horse Arena – Pleasants’ Horse Park
8:30 a.m. Youth Dairy Cattle Show- All Breeds – Bldg. 32 -South Mt. Creamery Large Arena
9 a.m. All Buildings Open to Public
9 a.m.- 10 p.m. Kid Zone (Free)
9:30 a.m. Youth Rabbit Breeding Show – Bldg. 14
10 a.m. Horse Showcase/Expo – Infield – Pleasants’ Horse Park
10 a.m. Youth Market Goat Breeding Show – Bldg. 28 – Farmer’s Cooperative Small Livestock Arena
Noon – Close Carnival Midway Opens – ($)
12 Noon – 10 p.m. Homegrown Wineries, Breweries and Distilleries Showcase – Bldg. 13 – Fred. Co. Office of Economic Development
1 p.m. Safety Sam Craft – City Streets Country Roads – Bldg. 44 (Free)
Horseshoeing Demonstration – Horse Barns, Bldg. 23
1 p.m. Youth/Open Swine Breeding Show – Bldg. 25 – Middletown Valley Bank Arena
2 p.m. Youth Sheep Fitting & Showing – Bldg. 28 – Farmer’s Cooperative Small Livestock Arena
3 p.m. Youth Poultry Showmanship – Bldg. 14
The Mercer Family Vintage Art Auction – Bldg. 18 – South Side Tire & Auto Beef Show Arena
Approx. 4 p.m. Landscapers Contest Winners Announced – Presented By: Ruppert Landscaping – Bldg. 18 – South Side Tire & Auto Beef Show Arena
3 – 5 p.m. Taste of “Home Grown Frederick” – City Streets Country Roads Kitchen – Bldg. 44 (Free)
3 – 10 p.m. Beer Garden – Under the MICHELOB ULTRA sign, next to Farm & Garden – Michelob Ultra, Wantz Distributors
5 p.m. Youth Cake & Baked Goods Auction – Bldg. 18 – South Side Tire & Auto Beef Show Arena
6:30 p.m. Kari Jean Story Time – Bldg. 44 – City Streets, Country Roads
7 p.m. Dirt Drag– Grandstand ($) – Presented by Trick Trucks & Cars and Bobcat of Frederick ~ Joseph F. Devilbiss Construction & Brandenburg Electric Motorsport Series ~
9 a.m. All Buildings Open to Public
Youth and Open Poultry Judging – Bldg. 14
Youth Beef Fitting & Showing, followed by Fit Out Contest – Bldg. 18  – South Side Tire & Auto Beef Show Arena
Youth Dog Show – Bldg. 32 –  South Mt. Creamery Large Arena
9 a.m. – 6 p.m. Home Arts & Crafts Building Demonstrations – The Null Bldg. (9)
Farm & Garden Building Demonstrations – Bldg. 14A
9 a.m.- 10 p.m. Kid Zone (Free)
10 a.m. Horse Dentist Demo – Ashley Dillow, Aspire Horse Dentistry – Infield – Pleasants’ Horse Park
Youth Sheep Breeding Show – Bldg. 28 – Farmer’s Cooperative Small Livestock Arena
12 noon – 12:30 p.m. Story Time – City Streets Country Roads – Bldg. 44 (Free)
1 p.m. Youth Dog Agility Demonstrations – Bldg. 32 –  South Mt. Creamery Large Arena
2 p.m. – Close Carnival Midway Open – Wristbands $30 ($) WB’s not sold after 8 p.m. Regular Ticket Prices after 8 p.m.
2 – 10 p.m. Homegrown Wineries, Breweries and Distilleries Showcase – Bldg. 13 – Fred. Co. Economic Development
3 – 10 p.m. Beer Garden – Under the MICHELOB ULTRA sign, next to Farm & Garden – Michelob Ultra, Wantz Distributors
3 p.m. Youth Beef Breed Show – Bldg. 18  – South Side Tire & Auto Beef Show Arena
4 p.m. Youth Market Goat Show (Market & Showmanship) – Bldg. 28 – Farmer’s Cooperative Small Livestock Arena
4 p.m. “Waste Not Want Not” Demo – Bldg. 44 -City Streets Country Roads Kitchen
5 p.m. Horse Roping Demo – Infield – Pleasants’ Horse Park
6 – 8 p.m. Taste of “Home Grown Frederick” – City Streets Country Roads Kitchen – Bldg. 44 (Free)
6:30 p.m. Kari Jean Story Time – Bldg. 44 – City Streets, Country Roads
6:30 p.m. Lucas Oil East Coast National Tractor/Truck Pull Night – Presented By: Krietz Auto & Krietz Customs – Grandstand ($) ~ Joseph F. Devilbiss Construction & Brandenburg Electric Motorsport Series ~ (Modified, Super Stock, 2WD Trucks, Semis, 7700 lb. Super Stock Interstate)
8:30 a.m. Open Dairy Cattle Show (Ayrshires, Guernseys & Holsteins – Heifers) – Bldg. 32 –  South Mt. Creamery Large Arena
9 a.m. All Buildings Open to Public
Open Class Sheep Breeding Show  (Wool Breeds) – Bldg. 28 – Farmer’s Cooperative Small Livestock Arena
Open Class Beef Cattle Show  (All Breeds) – Bldg. 18 – South Side Tire & Auto Show Arena
9 a.m. – 6 p.m. Home Arts & Crafts Building Demonstrations – The Null Bldg. (9)
Farm & Garden Building Demonstrations – Bldg. 14A
9 a.m.- 10 p.m. Kid Zone (Free)
10 a.m. Horse Showcase/Expo – Infield – Pleasants’ Horse Park
10:30 a.m. Horse Dentist Demo – Ashley Dillow, Aspire Horse Dentistry – Infield – Pleasants’ Horse Park
11 a.m. Jousting Exhibition – Grandstand (Free)
Noon – 12:30 p.m. Story Time – City Streets Country Roads – Bldg. 44 (Free)
12:30 p.m. Open Dairy Cattle Show (Ayrshires, Guernseys & Holsteins – Cows) Bldg. 32 –  South Mt. Creamery Large Arena
2 – 10 p.m. Homegrown Wineries, Breweries and Distilleries Showcase – Bldg. 13 – Fred. Co. Economic Development
2 p.m.  – Close Carnival Midway Opens –  $60 Carload Special – Presented By: WAFY Key 103.1 – Parking in Lot D Required (Off Monocacy Blvd.)
2 p.m. Youth Rabbit Agility Contest – Bldg. 12 (on Stage in Youth Building)
3 – 10 p.m. Beer Garden – Under the MICHELOB ULTRA sign, next to Farm & Garden – Michelob Ultra, Wantz Distributors
4 p.m. “Waste not Want Not” Demo- Bldg. 44 – City Streets Country Roads (Free)
5 p.m. Youth Sheep Market Show – Bldg. 28 – Farmer’s Cooperative Small Livestock Arena
6 p.m. Youth Goat Team Fit-Out Competition – Bldg. 32 – South Mt. Creamery Large Arena
6 – 8 p.m. Taste of “Home Grown Frederick” – City Streets Country Roads Kitchen – Bldg. 44 (Free)
6:30 p.m. Kari Jean Story Time – Bldg. 44 – City Streets, Country Roads
7 p.m. Demolition Derby, Cars– Presented By: Mark’s Equipment Service & South Mt. Collision & Auto Center – Grandstand ($) ~ Joseph F. Devilbiss Construction & Brandenburg Electric Motorsport Series ~
9 a.m. All Buildings Open to Public
Open Class Sheep Breeding Show – Bldg. 28 (Meat Breeds) – Small Livestock Arena
Youth Beef Market Show – Bldg. 18 – South Side Tire & Auto Beef Show Arena
Youth Dairy Goat Show – Bldg. 32 – South Mt. Creamery Large Arena
9 a.m. – 6 p.m. Home Arts & Crafts Building Demonstrations – The Null Bldg. (9)
Farm & Garden Building Demonstrations – Bldg. 14A
9 a.m.- 10 p.m. Kid Zone (Free)
10 a.m. Horse Showcase/Expo – Infield – Pleasants’ Horse Park
10:30 a.m. Horse X-Ray Demo – Dr. Justin Sobota, South Mt. Equine – Infield – Pleasants’ Horse Park
Noon – 12:30 p.m. Story Time – City Streets Country Roads – Bldg. 44 (Free)
Noon Harness Racing – Grandstand (Free)
Celebrity Harness Races – Grandstand (Free)
12:30 p.m. – 2 p.m. Kiddie Carnival Rides Open ($)
2 – 10 p.m. Homegrown Wineries, Breweries and Distilleries Showcase – Bldg. 13 – Fred. Co. Economic Development
2 p.m. – Close *Carnival Midway Open – Wristbands $30 ($) WB’s not sold after 8 p.m. Regular Ticket Prices after 8 p.m.
3 – 10 p.m. Beer Garden – Under the MICHELOB ULTRA sign, next to Farm & Garden – Michelob Ultra, Wantz Distributors
4 p.m. “Waste Not Want Not” Demo – Bldg. 44- City Streets Country Roads (Free)
5 p.m. Youth Poultry & Rabbit Dress Up Contest – Bldg. 14
5 p.m. Youth Swine Fitting & Showing – Bldg. 25 – Middletown Valley Bank Arena
6 p.m. Youth Decorated Lamb and Lead Contest – Bldg. 28 – Farmer’s Cooperative Small Livestock Arena
Frederick County FFA Greenhand & Character Counts Ceremony – Bldg. 32 – South Mt. Creamery Large Arena
6 – 8 p.m. Taste of “Home Grown Frederick” – City Streets Country Roads Kitchen – Bldg. 44 (Free)
6:30 p.m. Kari Jean Story Time – Bldg. 44 – City Streets Country Roads (Free)
7 p.m. Demolition Derby, Trucks & Vans and Figure 8 – Presented By: Mark’s Equipment Service & Trick Trucks & Cars – Grandstand ($) ~ Joseph F. Devilbiss Construction & Brandenburg Electric Motorsport Series ~
9 a.m. All Buildings Open to Public
  Youth Swine Market Show – Bldg., 25 – Middletown Valley Bank Arena
9 a.m. Open Class Dairy Show (Milking Shorthorns – full show) followed by (Brown Swiss & Jerseys – Heifers )- Bldg. 32 – South Mt. Creamery Large Arena
9 a.m. – 6 p.m. Home Arts & Crafts Building Demonstrations – The Null Bldg. (9)
  Farm & Garden Building Demonstrations – Bldg. 14A
9 a.m.- 10 p.m. Kid Zone (Free)
10 a.m. Horse Showcase/Expo – Presented By: The Great Frederick Fair- Infield – Pleasants’ Horse Park
Noon Harness Racing – Grandstand (Free)
Noon – 12:30 p.m. Story Time – City Streets Country Roads – Bldg. 44 (Free)
1:00 p.m. Open Class Dairy Cattle Show (Brown Swiss & Jerseys – Cows ) – Bldg. 32 – South Mt. Creamery Large Arena
12:30 p.m. – 2 p.m. Kiddie Carnival Rides Open ($)
Approx. 1:30 p.m. Old Fashion Day, Parade of Antique Cars – Grandstand (Free) Approx. 1:30 p.m. Immediately following the races
1:30 – 2:30 p.m. Parade of Horse Breeds – Horse Showcase/Expo – Infield – Pleasants’ Horse Park
2 p.m. Youth Rabbit Skill-A-Thon Contest – Bldg. 12 (Back of Youth Building 12)
2 – 10 p.m. Homegrown Wineries, Breweries and Distilleries Showcase – Bldg. 13 – Fred. Co. Economic Development
2 p.m. – Close *Carnival Midway Open – Wristbands $30 ($) WB’s not sold after 8 p.m. Regular Ticket Prices after 8 p.m.
3 – 10 p.m. Beer Garden – Under the MICHELOB ULTRA sign, next to Farm & Garden – Michelob Ultra, Wantz Distributors
4 p.m. “Waste Not Want Not” Demo – Bldg. 44- City Streets Country Roads (Free)
5 p.m. Parade of Goat Breeds – Bldg. 32 – South Mt. Creamery Large Arena
5 – 6 p.m. Parade of Horse Breeds – Horse Showcase/Expo – Infield – Pleasants’ Horse Park
6 – 8 p.m. Taste of “Home Grown Frederick” – City Streets Country Roads Kitchen – Bldg. 44 (Free)
6 p.m. Youth Beef Awards Presentations – Bldg. 18 – South Side Tire & Auto Show Arena
  Horse Roping Demo – Infield – Pleasants’ Horse Park
6:30 p.m. Youth Pretty Goat Contest – Bldg. 32 – South Mt. Creamery Large Arena
6:30 p.m. Kari Jean Story Time – Bldg. 44 – City Streets Country Roads (Free)
7 p.m. Spinning Contest (Youth & Adult) – Bldg. 28 – Farmer’s Cooperative Small Livestock Arena
7:30 p.m. Elle King w/ special guest, Red Clay Strays – Grandstand ($) – Presented by Ideal Buick, Hyundai, GMC and The GFF ~ As part of the Michelob Ultra Concert Series ~
7:30 – 9:30 p.m. Youth Exhibitor Dance (Private) – Bldg. 18 – South Side Tire & Auto Show Arena
9 a.m. All Buildings Open to Public
Youth Camelids/Alpaca Show – Bldg. 32 – South Mt. Creamery Large Arena
9 a.m. Youth Overall Market Livestock Showmanship – Bldg. 28 – Farmer’s Cooperative Small Livestock Arena
9 a.m.- 10 p.m. Kid Zone (Free)
Northeast Texas Longhorn Regional Show – Bldg. 18 – South Side Tire & Auto Show Arena
10 a.m. Horse Showcase/Expo – Infield – Pleasants’ Horse Park
10 a.m.- Close Carnival Midway Opens – 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. All rides reduced by 1 ticket ($) Regular Ticket Prices after 5 p.m.
10 a.m. – 8 p.m. Home Arts & Crafts Building Demonstrations – The Null Bldg. (9)
Farm & Garden Building Demonstrations – Bldg. 14A
Noon Harness Racing – Grandstand (Free)
Noon – 12:30 p.m. Story Time – City Streets Country Roads – Bldg. 44 (Free)
Noon – 10 p.m. Homegrown Wineries, Breweries and Distilleries Showcase – Bldg. 13 – Fred. Co. Economic Development
1:30 – 2:30 p.m. Parade of Horse Breeds – Grandstand (Following Harness Racing)
2 p.m. Ice Cream in a Bag Demonstration – City Streets Country Roads – Bldg. 44 (Free)
2:30 p.m. Model Horse Show – Horse Expo Tent – Infield – Pleasants’ Horse Park
3 p.m. Youth Obstacle Course Challenge: Goats vs. Alpacas – Bldg. 32 – South Mt. Creamery Large Arena
3 – 10 p.m. Beer Garden – Under the MICHELOB ULTRA sign, next to Farm & Garden – Michelob Ultra, Wantz Distributors
4 p.m. “Waste Not Want Not” Demo – Bldg. 44- City Streets Country Roads (Free)
5 – 6 p.m. Parade of Horse Breeds – Horse Showcase/Expo – Infield – Pleasants’ Horse Park
6 – 8 p.m. Taste of “Home Grown Frederick” – City Streets Country Roads Kitchen – Bldg. 44 (Free)
6:30 p.m. Kari Jean Story Time – Bldg. 44 – City Streets Country Roads (Free)
7 p.m. Selection of the Open Class /Youth Dairy Supreme Champions – Bldg. 32 – South Mt. Creamery Large Arena
7:30 p.m. Tracy Byrd w/ Jo Dee Messina – Grandstand ($) – Presented by PVI Office Furniture and Ideal Buick, Hyundai, GMC ~ Get your concert outfit at Southbound Western Wear & Boots ~ ~ As part of the Michelob Ultra Concert Series ~
8 a.m. Standardbred Horse Showcase – Elm Street Development, Ryan Homes & NV Homes Equine Arena – Infield – Pleasant’s Horse Park (Free) ~ Winbak Farm & Fox Den Farm ~
9 a.m. All Buildings Open to Public
  Horse Showcase/Expo – Infield – Pleasants’ Horse Park
9 a.m.  Open Class Dairy Goat Show – Jr. Doe –  Bldg. 28 – Farmer’s Cooperative Small Livestock Arena
9 a.m.- 10 p.m. Kid Zone (Free)
10 a.m. GFF Youth Livestock Sale – Turkeys & Rabbits – Bldg. 18 – South Side Tire & Auto Show Arena
  Youth Alpaca Show – Bldg. 32 – South Mt. Creamery Large Arena
10 a.m. *Carnival Midway Opens – 10 a.m. – Close. Wristbands $30 ($) Wristbands not sold after 8 p.m. Regular Ticket Prices after 8 p.m.
10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Farm & Garden Building Demonstrations – Bldg. 14A
Noon Harness Racing – Grandstand (Free)
Noon (Approx.) GFF Youth Livestock Sale – Beef, Sheep, Swine, Goats – Bldg. 18 – South Side Tire & Auto Show Arena
Noon – 10 p.m. Homegrown Wineries, Breweries and Distilleries Showcase – Bldg. 13 – Fred. Co. Economic Development
1 p.m. Open Class Dairy Goat Show – Sr. Doe –  Bldg. 28 – Farmer’s Cooperative Small Livestock Arena
1:30 p.m. Parade of Breeds, Horse Drawn Carriages and Horses & Hounds (Free) – Grandstand
3 – 10 p.m. Beer Garden – Under the MICHELOB ULTRA sign, next to Farm & Garden – Michelob Ultra, Wantz Distributors
4 p.m. “Waste Not Want Not” Demo – Bldg. 44- City Streets Country Roads (Free)
3 – 5 p.m. Taste of “Home Grown Frederick” – City Streets Country Roads Kitchen – Bldg. 44 (Free)
5 – 6 p.m. Parade of Horse Breeds – Horse Showcase/Expo – Infield – Pleasants’ Horse Park
6:30 p.m. Kari Jean Story Time – Bldg. 44 – City Streets Country Roads (Free)
7:30 p.m. Walker Hayes w/ Chase McDaniel – Grandstand ($) Presented by DARCARS Toyota of Frederick ~ Get FANCY LIKE at Southbound Western Wear & Boots ~ ~ As part of the Michelob Ultra Concert Series ~

8 a.m.

 

Youth & Open Poultry and Rabbits Released – Bldg. 14

9 a.m.

 

Youth Horse & Pony Show – Western – Outdoor Horse Show Arena

  

Youth Market Livestock Released

9 a.m. – 12 p.m.

 

Youth Building Exhibits Released – Bldg. 12

10 a.m. – 3 p.m.

 

Home Arts & Craft Building Exhibits Released – The Null Bldg. (9)

  

Farm & Garden Building Exhibits Released – Bldg. 14A

Schedule is subject to change without notice.