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Clay County Fair families will save big at the 2019 Fair with free daily admission for all fairgoers age 12 and under. “Being an affordable family destination is an important goal of the Fair,” said Fair Manager Jeremy Parsons. “While the Fair has always allowed children age 7 and under to attend for free, expanding … Read moreClay County Fair announces admission changes for 2019

Nine days of warm sunny weather made the “The World’s Greatest County Fair” a perfect September get-away for thousands of fairgoers, September 8-16. “Although crowds appeared to be affected the last weekend when temperatures hit the 90 degree mark, we were fortunate to get nine consecutive dry days,” said Fair Manager Jeremy Parsons. “Great weather, … Read more2018 By the Numbers

Fairgoers to the 2018 Clay County Fair will want to take note of several changes that may affect their selected route and parking because of construction related to the City of Spencer’s 4th Avenue West CDBG Project, Phase II. “A major improvement like the City’s 4th Avenue West project is exciting for both the future … Read moreGate Access Updates for 2018 Clay County Fair

The Fair tradition continues with Y100 Kid’s Day being celebrated on Friday, Sept. 14. “Thanks to the cooperation of Clay County schools, Kid’s Day is a great Fair tradition for many families,” said Fair Manager Jeremy Parsons. “We are excited this year to take that tradition to a new level by jamming the day full … Read moreKids Day adds new fun to the 2018 Clay County Fair

Fun for everyone is always the focus at the Clay County Fair, September 8-16. The Clay County Fair will once again join Arts on Grand for fairgoers to enjoy fun activities and unique items at the Art Barn during the 2018 Fair. Fair attendees will be able to view working art demonstrations, participate in marking … Read morePerformance both educational and entertaining add to the Fair fun

Fairgoers to the 2018 Clay County Fair will have more than 30 new foods to try during their visit Sept. 8-16, including five that have been named as finalists for the third edition of the “The World’s Greatest County Fair Food” Contest. “Fantastic food is a highlight for many fairgoers,” said Fair Manager Jeremy Parsons. … Read more2018 new foods grab eyes and stomachs of Fairgoers

An evening of PRCA Rodeo, as well as many other equine events, will be the featured attractions at the Outdoor Arena during the 2018 Clay County Fair, Sept. 8-16. “Due to a last minute change in the PRCA’s scheduling, we are fortunate to be able to bring in a night of top-notch rodeo action,” said … Read morePRCA Rodeo to headline Outdoor Arena events

The tradition continues at the Clay County Fair with the Creative Living Center being a location that hosts local art, culinary creations, floral designs, and different demonstrations, Sept. 8-16. A portion of that blue ribbon tradition is the Floriculture department, which catches fairgoer’s attention with roses, gladioli, dahlias, annuals, perennials, container-grown plants, trees and shrubs … Read moreFloriculture Department rooted in tradition at Clay County Fair

The Farmers Bank Stage will bring six different acts to the nine-day Clay County Fair, Sept. 8-16. This is just a portion of the $180,000.00 of free entertainment that will be offered to fairgoers. “From comedy to Dixieland jazz to music from the past 60 years, the Farmers Bank Stage will have something for everyone,” … Read moreTradition with fun interactions on Farmers Bank Stage