Things to Do

at the Buena Vista County Fair

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Inflatables & Foam Parties

We welcome back Stars & Bars Entertainment. They will have inflatables for all ages as well as foam parties!

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4-H Livestock Shows

Support our local 4-H club by stopping by the barns or arena to check out all the animal shows. Animals featured include swine, rabbits, cattle, sheep, horse, dogs and more!

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Fair Queen, Fair King, Little Miss, and
Little Mr. Competitions

The Buena Vista County Fair queen competition offers scholarship opportunities for talented young ladies. Join us for the crowning of the Fair Queen, Fair King, Little Miss, and Little Mister!!

Application for Queen/King Application for Little Miss Application for Little Mister

Fair Food

Get all your favorite fair foods in one place from funnel cakes and cotton candy to corndogs, blooming onions, freshly squeezed lemonade and much, much more! We will have vendors from all over serving the best of the best.

'26 Food & Drink List

There are many different types of fruits and vegetables on the table.

Open Class and Indoor Exhibits

Stroll through the Open Class Building to view exhibits on display from produce to arts and crafts projects. Check out all the blue ribbon and best of show projects entered in the indoor exhibits.

2026 Open Class Book