Special Events

Friday, Sept. 9

Opening Ceremony

Opening Ceremony will take place at the Peoples Bank and Trust Arena

Mutton Bustin

Youth from across Kansas compete for the championship!

Saturday, Sept. 10

Governor's Debate

Join us at Peoples Bank and Trust Arena at 11am

Legislative Showmanship

Come watch our Kansas legislators and other esteemed guests take a crash course in showing market steers, under the mentorship of 4-H and FFA members.

Celebrity Grape Stomp

Join us at the Hutchinson Regional Healthcare System Stage starting at 1p.m.

Holy Cross Catholic Church Service

This service provides the many who attend the Fair, as well as those who are traveling with the Fair, the opportunity to worship and join others in fellowship.

Sunday, Sept. 11

Lutheran Layman's League Worship Service

Join us at Peoples Bank and Trust Arena as Lutheran Laymen's League holds a worship service at 10 a.m.

Youth Pedal Pull Championships

More than 500 kids participate in the annual competition that begins at 1p.m. Peoples Bank and Trust Arena.

Sponsored by Verizon Cellular Sales

Arm Wrestling Championships

Sunday, Sept. 11, 1:30 p.m. at the Lake Talbott Stage. The colorful and competitive sport of Arm Wrestling returns to the Kansas State Fair. This special event will feature people from all walks of life - both men and women competing for local bragging rights.

Monday, Sept. 12

Emergency Preparedness Exhibit

Tuesday, Sept. 13

Wednesday, Sept. 14

Veteran's BREAKFAST

“BRING A VETERAN to BREAKFAST” has become a treasured special event to Kansans who serve and have served. This long-standing tradition honors our men and women in the military and fellow veterans residing in the State of Kansas. Historically, this brunch welcomes over 300 in attendance and one of most well attended events at the Kansas State Fair. SPONSORED BY DISH

Kansas Auctioneers Bid Calling Championship

This event is held on Wednesday, September 14th at the Peoples Bank and Trust Arena at 2:00 p.m. sharp. Learn more on how to enter at https://kansasauctioneers.com/

Thursday, Sept. 15

The Kansas State Fair Pub Crawl

To help celebrate our $4 after 4 promotion ($4 gate admission after 4pm on Thursday), we are offering the Kansas State Fair Pub Crawl, Thurs. Sept. 15 from 4pm-8pm. Cost is $30. (Registration ended on Aug. 30)

The Pub Crawl will feature one FREE drink from each of the participating vendors below:
Charlie’s Place - Ft Leavenworth
Griffin Wine & Beer Garden - Grandstand Ave
The Original Beer Garden - Grandstand Ave
Sunflower South Concession outside Sunflower South building
Roadhouse - Cottonwood Ave.

Friday, Sept. 16

Celebrity Goat Milking

See who wins the coveted Golden Goat! The event is at 3 p.m. at the Sheep, Swine, Goat Barn.

Saturday, Sept. 18

Roy Coffey Antique Farm Machinery Show

Dedicated to the late Roy Coffey, this show includes more than 60 antique tractors and engines.

Woodcarver Auction

Location: Peoples Bank and Trust Arena
Time: 4 p.m.

Sunday, Sept. 19

Pronto Pup Eating Contest

The third annual Pronto Pup Eating Contest takes place at noon - Peoples Bank and Trust Arena.

Winner receives : 2 NCRA Racing Tickets at the Nex-Tech Wireless Grandstand for Sun. Sept. 18, $20 in food tickets, 2022 Pronto Pup Eating Contest Trophy and Bragging Rights!

All competitors receive a t-shirt and all the pronto pups they can eat in 10 minutes! (Registration ends Aug. 31.)