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FREE Entertainment

August 11th - 15th, 2026

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Two women in patriotic red, white, and blue outfits sit smiling under a tent, enjoying a fair or community event.
A smiling young boy leans over an inflatable ride at a fair, enjoying a fun and playful moment.

What's Happening Daily At The Fair?

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Tuesday, August 11th

Entry Day Which means all the Animals come to the Fair. They Finish out the day with the poultry Show. Bull Riding, Barrel Racing & Mutton Busting is in the Grandstand with Leonard McCracken in the Beer Garden. 

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Wednesday, August 12th

Day Care Day at the Goodhue County Fair which means that groups of children will experience the Goodhue County Fair with their daycare groups. To engage these groups of children, the Goodhue County Historical Society will offer fun games and activities at the school house. Throughout the day we will offer activities and coloring sheets

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Thursday, August 13th

Goodhue County Ag Day, which means that Ag Marketing & Goodhue Co Commissioners have meetings on the grounds. Antique Tractor Display.

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Friday, August 14th

Senior Citizen Day 65+ Get Free Gate Admission Open
ALL DAY!

The Outstanding Senior Award is given.

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Saturday, August 15th

Final Fun Day. Day of Fun. 4-H Livestock auction, Final shows, and the action-packed Demo to finish off the final night of the fair with the Foster Grand playing in the evening.

Featured FREE Entertainment!

J's Family Entertainment

No Harm on the Farm / Kids Jumpin’ Jamboree

Show Times:

  • Tues, Aug. 11th, 5 pm
  • Wed, Aug. 12th, 2:30 pm / 5:30 pm
  • Thurs, Aug. 13th, 11:30 am / 3:30 pm / 6:30 pm
  • Fri, Aug. 14th, 11:30 am / 3:30 pm / 6:30 pm
  • Sat, Aug. 15th, 12:30 pm / 4:30 pm / 7:30 pm

Dangerous Feats of Comedy

Dangerous Feats of Comedy will entertain with his juggling and fire breathing skills!

Show Times:

  • Tues, Aug. 11th, 6 pm
  • Wed, Aug. 12th, 11:30 am / 3:30 pm / 6:30 pm
  • Thurs, Aug. 13th, 12:30 pm / 4:30 pm / 7:30 pm
  • Fri, Aug. 14th, 12:30 pm / 4:30 pm / 7:30 pm
  • Sat, Aug. 15th, 10:30 am / 2:30 pm / 5:30 pm

Doc's Fun Time Variety Show

The Doc Magic Show is a mix of fantastic magic, balloon shenanigans, and engaging comedy. It’s jam packed with audience participation and just plain ole’ FUN!

Show Times:

  • Tues, Aug. 11th, 7 pm
  • Wed, Aug. 12th, 12:30 pm / 4:30 pm / 7:30 pm
  • Thurs, Aug. 13th, 10:30 am / 2:30 pm / 5:30 pm
  • Fri, Aug. 14th, 10:30 am / 2:30 pm / 5:30 pm
  • Sat, Aug. 15th, 11:30 am / 3:30 pm / 6:30 pm

Polka Dot Entertainment - Penelope & Peter

Penelope: Escape Artist, Magician, Juggler, Balloon Artist, Mentalist, Human Statue, Airbrush Tattoo Artist, Hypnotist

Peter: Juggler, Stilt Walker, Magician, Balloon Artist, Aibrush Tattoo Artist

Show Times:

  • Tue, Aug. 11th, 10 am – 8 pm
  • Wed, Aug. 12th, 10 am – 8 pm
  • Thurs, Aug. 13th, 10 am – 8 pm
  • Fri, Aug. 14th, 10 am – 8 pm
  • Sat, Aug. 15th, 10 am – 8 pm

So Hot Glass

So Hot Glass brings the ancient art of glass blowing right to your front doorstep—uniting artistry, education, and excitement with every demonstration.

Show Times:

  • Tues, Aug. 11th, 10 am – 8 pm
  • Wed, Aug. 12th, 10 am – 8 pm
  • Thurs, Aug. 13th, 10 am – 8 pm
  • Fri, Aug. 14th, 10 am – 8 pm
  • Sat, Aug. 15th, 10 am – 8 pm

Other Information

Exhibit Buildings

  • 4-H Building open
    10am – 9pm Tuesday – Saturday
  • Commercial buildings
    4pm – 9pm Tuesday
    12:30pm – 9pm Wednesday – Saturday
  • Open Class Exhibit buildings
    4pm – 9pm Tuesday
    10am – 9pm Wednesday – Saturday

Beer Garden

  • Open Tues-Sat with FREE jukebox and bands Tuesday-Saturday
  • Serving ice-cold beer and rail drinks! Tues-Saturday
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