Lac qui Parle County Fair

08/29/2026

Pick up your pre-sale ride vouchers 🎡 now through September 8th!

$25 voucher redeemable for 1 wristband OR 30 tickets.

Available at the locations listed in the photo.

08/28/2026

Guess what time it is...G!ve^way Time!

2026 G!ve^way #1!
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𝐋𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐧 𝐓𝐖𝐎 (𝟐) 𝐖𝐄𝐄𝐊𝐒 𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐥 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐋𝐪𝐏 𝐂𝐨 𝐅𝐚𝐢𝐫! 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐥𝐨𝐨𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝐦𝐨𝐬𝐭?

Comment below to enter!

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** Randomly selected w!nner will be tagged at the top of this post. Do NOT respond to anyone who tags or messages you saying you have w0n. ** Pr!zes can be picked up at the Fair Office during the Fair **

08/27/2026

A preview of Saturday's entertainment lineup. 🎠

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08/27/2026

It's Opening Day at the Minnesota State Fair! That means only one thing - TWO WEEKS until the Lac qui Parle County Fair!!! 🥳

Who is going to the State Fair? What are your favorite activities to take in?

It's FINALLY opening day of the Minnesota State Fair! Today's proud day sponsor is Mall of America. 🥳

Get even more info about today's happenings in the Official MN State Fair App or at https://www.mnstatefair.org/guides/fair-days.

08/24/2026

Thank YOU to our CITY Sponsors!

Be sure to thank and support:
🏆Bellingham Minnesota
🏆Dawson
🏆Louisburg
🏆City of Madison, MN
🏆Marietta
🏆Nassau

08/24/2026

Looking for a fun, and maybe new, way to participate in the Lac qui Parle County Fair? Enter projects in the Open Class Building! Anyone in LqP County and adjoining counties can enter - no age requirements. To learn more about the projects ranging from baking and gardening to crops and wood working, check out the Premium Book at https://lqpfair.com/open-class-entries/

We are excited to see your handiwork!

08/24/2026

A few of the great entertainers coming to the Lac qui Parle County Fair September 10-13!

See you there!

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08/22/2026

Update from the Swift County Fair - Exile Band Official is taking the stage Saturday evening while Sammy Kershaw is taking it easy (per doctor's orders).

Get well soon, Sammy!

ATTENTION! Due to vocal issues and doctor’s orders, Sammy Kershaw is unable to perform this weekend. Sammy sincerely regrets missing the show and offers his sincere apologies as he was really looking forward to it. He greatly appreciates everyone’s understanding, well wishes, and continued support.

We want to share the GREAT NEWS that EXILE will be performing on the MAIN STAGE on SATURDAY NIGHT! Dont miss this opportunity to see EXILE !!

08/19/2026

Demo Derby Time at Lac qui Parle County Fair is Approaching!

• Drop a 👋 if you plan on cheering from the grandstand.
• Drop a 🚗 if you plan on competing.

Either way, this is an event you don't want to miss. See you Saturday, September 12th!

More details can be found at: https://lqpfair.com/event/demo-derby/

08/19/2026

It's Opening Day at the Swift County Fair in Appleton! 🥳 Check out their awesome lineup of entertainment and exhibits this week!

It's Opening Day, and we can't wait to see you! We'll be posting our schedule each day, so make sure to follow along & tag a friend! Here's what you need to know:

✨Wednesday Highlights:
▪️Gates Open 4pm-7pm
▪️2-6:30pm 4-H Exhibit Building Judging
▪️6-9pm Carnival Open
▪️6:30pm Whitesidewalls in the CBB
▪️Fair food, live entertainment, vendors, rides, livestock, & fun ALL DAY!

🎡Gates Open:
Wed, Aug 19: 4pm-7pm
Thurs, Aug 20: 7:30am-9pm
Fri, Aug 21: 7:30am-9pm
Sat, Aug 22: 7:30am-10pm
Sun, Aug 23: 8am-3pm

🎟️ Admission & Parking:
-Admission: $5 per person
-Parking: $5 per car
-Individual Season Pass: $15, admits 1 person and 1 car
-Kids 12 and under: FREE admission
*Admission tickets are purchased at the gate and are cash only.
*Great Frontier Bull Riding, Rib Fest & Craft Beer Event, & the Demo Derby require Event Ticket + Fair Admission. All other Grandstand Events & Concerts are FREE with Admission!

🎡Carnival Hours & Info:
-Wed, Aug 19: 6pm-9pm
-Thurs, Aug 20: 5pm-9pm | $25 Wristbands 6pm-9pm
-Fri, Aug 21: Open at 3pm
-Sat, Aug 22: Open at 1pm
-Sun, Aug 23: 1pm-5pm | $25 Wristbands 1pm-5pm
*Carnival hours subject to change

Fair Week Highlights:
🎤 The Whitesidewalls: Wednesday, August 19 | 6:30pm | CBB | FREE with admission!
🐴 Ranch Rodeo: Thursday, August 20 | 6:30pm | Horse Arena
🎤 Lizzy Hofer Band: Thursday, August 20 | 7pm - 11pm | CBB | FREE with admission!
🐂 Great Frontier Bull Riding: Friday, August 21 | 6:30pm | Grandstand | $20 + fair admission
🔥 FireHouse: Friday, August 21 | 9pm | CBB | FREE with admission!
🍖 Rib Fest: Saturday, August 22 | 3pm | Between CBB & Grandstand | $20 + fair admission
🚗 Demo Derby: Saturday, August 22 | 5:30pm | Grandstand | $15 + fair admission
🎶 Sammy Kershaw: Saturday, August 22 | 9pm | CBB | FREE with admission!

📍 Swift County Fairgrounds: 433 S Munsterman St, Appleton, MN 56208

See you at the Swift County Fair!