Douglas County Fair
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Experience the excitement of the annual county fair. Events include: Barrel Racing, Concerts, Antique Tractor Pull, Demolition Derby, Carnival, Pony Rides, Petting Zoo and Turtle Race. Along with great food and information booths.
4-H Shows include: Horse, Poultry, Bucket Calves, Dairy and Dairy Goat, Swine, and Rabbit.
Time: 9am-11pm.
Douglas County Fair
Phone : 785-843-7058 (Always call and confirm events.)
Web: www.dgcountyfair.com
County Fairs
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