| 2011 Stephenson County Fair
4-H Federation sells Pizza Hut at the Fair
FREE ON-GROUNDS ENTERTAINMENT AT STEPHENSON COUNTY FAIR: The Stephenson County Fair has announced their Free On-Grounds Entertainment for the 2011 Fair. This year's fair is July 12 – 17 at the fairgrounds in Freeport. Upon arrival at the fairgrounds, there are many free events and activities to entertain both the young and old alike. Out of My Tree Chainsaw Artist will offer many carving shows throughout the week of the fair, carving animals, birds and a variety of items that will be auctioned off at the end of the week. Magic Mike will also be appearing all week at the Stephenson County Fair. When Magic Mike appears, don't expect just another magic show. You'll enjoy comedy, you'll gasp in amazement at the impossible made possible.....it's top notch professional entertainment with plenty of audience involvement. Magic Mike will perform numerous shows daily throughout the week. And don't miss Wambold's Amazing Animals! From horses to dogs to ponies, camels, llamas, tigers, lions and elephants....each 30 minute show is both entertaining and educational. And the Wambold's K-92 Revue is always the children's favorite. Quite the combination of comedy and perfection, watch as dogs of your favorite breeds perform comedy and daring tricks. The Wambolds also provide a walk-thru camel and llama exhibit. The Wambold's Amazing Animals will also be performing daily shows. Equipped with a stage, 250 chairs, and a generous number of tables, the Rest and Entertainment Tent is a wonderful spot to take a break and enjoy a multitude of free activities each day beginning around noon and continuing until approximately 10:00 pm. And Don't miss the Farm Fun Zone for fun and education, located across from the Chicken Shack. Each day offers a theme, and there will be unique activities, promotions, and door prizes – so be sure to visit the Farm Fun Zone frequently throughout the week of the fair! One of the highlights will be the assortment of animals including a calf, sheep, goats, rabbits, pigs and the ever-popular baby chicks hatching during the fair. Discount Season Passes, Grandstand Packages, and Discounted Ride Wristbands are available at the fair office until July 9. For a complete listing of all the activities at this year's Stephenson County Fair, visit www.stephensoncofair.com or call 815-235-2918.
“FARM FUN ZONE” RETURNS TO THE
STEPHENSON COUNTY FAIR!
The Farm Fun Zone returns for another dose of fun, fellowship, and
education at the 2011 Stephenson County Fair. Sponsored by the
Stephenson County Farm Bureau and the conservation & Agricultural
Partners (CAP) Foundation, this tent is located across the road from the
Chicken Shack.
The Farm Fun Zone will be open Tuesday, July 12 through Saturday, July
16 from 11 am to 9 pm. Each day will feature a different theme:
Tuesday – Pork
Wednesday – Beef
Thursday – Corn
Friday – Soy
Saturday – Dairy
Each day will have unique activities, promotions and door prizes, so be
sure to visit the tent frequently.
There will also be an assortment of animals on display including a calf,
sheep, goats, rabbits, pigs, and the tremendously popular baby chicks
hatching during the fair. Don't miss the Farm Fun Zone at this year's
Stephenson County Fair!
For More Info on the 2011 Stephenson County Fair Visit:
2010 Stephenson County Fair The Stephenson County Fair in Freeport opens July 13 and runs through July 18. This is the second year the fair is being held in July as opposed to the end of August. Jason Huneke, Fair Board President, said "Moving the fair to July was definitely a good decision by the board. It's the perfect chance for families to celebrate summer together." This year's main entertainment is as follows: Tuesday, July 13 - Youth Night: Queen and Little Miss pageants; Chicken Scratch and Pig Scramble; Celebrity Showmanship, Tug-of-War; and Stephenson's Got Talent Wednesday, July 14 - Big Hat Rodeo at 7:30pm Thursday and Friday, July 15 & 16 - Lucas Oil Midwest Summer Nationals Tractor Pulls noon and 6pm both days Saturday, July 17 - Country Star Jo Nichols with one show at 8pm Sunday, July 18 - Demolition Derby at 2pm. There will also be free on-grounds entertainment with daily shows featuring The Elephant Encounter, Lady Stiltwalker and the Chainsaw Artist. For more information, contact the Stephenson County Fair Office at 815-235-2918 or visit www.stephensoncofair.com.
The Elephant Encounter Show features an Asian elephant named Cora (right) and an African elephant named Shannon. Elephant rides are also offered after each show. Be sure to check one of their shows at the Stephenson County Fair.
2010 Stephenson County Fair 
July 13-18, STEPHENSON COUNTY FAIR. Stephenson County Fairgrounds, 2250 S. Walnut Road, Freeport. Tuesday thru Friday: 8 am to 10:30 pm; Saturday: 7 am to 10:30 pm; Sunday: 7 am to 7 pm. Old fashioned county fair, with food, carnival rides, animals, entertainment, tractor pulls, Home Ec displays, youth night, musical entertainment, commercial exhibits, 4-H and more. Tuesday night will feature Youth Night at the grandstand including the crowning of the Stephenson County Fair Queen. Wednesday will be the Big Hat Rodeo. The Lucas Oil Midwest Summer Nationals Tractor Pull will be held on Thursday and Friday, and Joe Nichols will headline on Saturday night. Sunday will feature a Demolition Derby. Discounted tickets available June 12 thru July 12. See schedule below for regular ticket prices. Complete details available at www.stephensoncofair.com (815-235-2918) Grandstand Schedule: Tuesday, July 13 - YOUTH NIGHT
$2 Fair Admission
Grandstand: Free Admission
4 pm: Queen and Little Miss Pageant
6:30 pm: Celebrity Showmanship
7 pm: Chicken Scratch
7:30 pm: Pig Scramble
8 pm: Stephenson County's Got Talent and Tug-of-War Wednesday, July 14 - BIG HAT RODEO
$5 Fair Admission
Grandstand: $5
7:30 pm: Big Hat Rodeo Thursday, July 15 - TRACTOR PULLS
$5 Fair Admission
Grandstand: $5 for afternoon sessions; $10 for evening session
Noon: Tractor Pull
6 pm: Tractor Pull Friday, July 16 - TRACTOR PULLS
$5 Fair Admission
Grandstand: $5 for afternoon sessions; $10 for evening session
Noon: Tractor Pull
6 pm: Tractor Pull Saturday, July 17- JOE NICHOLS IN CONCERT
$5 Fair Admission
Grandstand: Row 1-8 Track Seating: $20; Row 9-16 Track Seating: $15; General Seating: $10
8 pm: Joe Nichols Sunday, July 18 - DEMOLITION DERBY
$5 Fair Admission
Grandstand: $5
2 pm: Demolition Derby
The American Red Cross Northwest Illinois Chapter is hosting a special blood drive from 1 to 5 p.m. Friday, July 16, at the S tephenson County Fair. Visit the Red Cross’s beautiful bloodmobile and roll up your sleeves to turn heartbreak into hope. Give blood and you are eligible for a raffle featuring one of three giveaways: One pair of White Sox tickets which can be used for one of the following games: July 27, 28, 29; or August 24, 25, or 26; or Sept. 10, 14, 15, 16, or 17; and, two tickets to the Saturday night Joe Nichols concert; and, four tickets to the Friday night tractor pull! To sign up, contact the American Red Cross Northwest Illinois Chapter at 815-233-0011.
Discount Tickets Available Discount advance tickets are now on sale at the Stephenson County Fair Office. Season tickets can be purchased for $15 ($20 after July 12) and discounted ride wristbands can also be purchased for $15 ($20-$22 after July 12). There are also grandstand packages available for $35 through July 12 - a savings of $15! This year's Stephenson County Fair is July 13-July 18 in Freeport. The fair kicks off with Youth Night Tuesday, July 13. The Queen and Little Miss Pageants will be held beginning at 4pm in the grandstand followed by Celebrity Showmanship, Chicken Scratch and Pig Scramble, Tug-of-War Contest and Stephenson County's Got Talent. Admission to the fair is only $2 all day Tuesday with FREE grandstand. Wednesday, July 14 features the Big Hat Rodeo at 7:30. Thursday and Friday, July 15 and 16 - the Lucas Oil Midwest Summer Nationals Tractor Pull returns to Freeport with 2 shows daily at noon and 6pm. Saturday don't miss Country Star Joe Nichols as he performs hits like "Gimme That Girl", "Tequila Makes Her Clothes Fall Off", and "I'll Wait For You" with one show only at 8pm. Sunday is the ever-popular demolition derby in the grandstand at 2pm. FREE on-grounds entertainment this year will feature an Elephant Encounter, Carrie McQueen the lady stilt-walker, and the Chain Saw Artist each offering 3 to 4 free shows daily. Elephant rides will also be available for a nominal fee. For more information, contact the Stephenson County Fair Office at 815-235-2918.
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