A young girl feeds and pets at goat at the Petting Zoo. Photo by Shandi Dix

A horse show participant makes the final check of her horse before showing. Photo by Shandi Dix

A horse showman awaits his turn to show. Photo by Shandi Dix

Jersey calf competitors show off their entry to the crowd. Photo by Shandi Dix

A young girl reaches through the fencing to pet a goat at the Petting Zoo. Photo by Shandi Dix

Fairgoers admire the record-breaking pumpkin in the Pride of Kansas building. Photo by Shandi Dix

A youngster admires a rabbit in its cage. Photo by Shandi Dix

Feeding the rabbits. Photo by Shandi Dix

Admiring the largest watermelons at this year's fair. Photo by Shandi Dix

Young and old alike enjoy petting and feeding animals at the Petting Zoo. Photo by Shandi Dix

Checking out the butter sculpture in the Pride of Kansas building. Photo by Jenny Mace

Spectators watch the cow milking demo. Photo by Jenny Mace

A vendor works with his wares. Photo by Jenny Mace

Cookware vendors give a demonstration. Photo by Jenny Mace

Visitors check out the 4-H displays. Photo by Jenny Mace

A little rain didn't dampen the spirits of these fairgoers. Photo by Jenny Mace