The truck + tractor pulls . The world-famous Budweiser Clydesdales . The concerts on the Grandstand Stage . All this could only mean one thing: The Missouri State Fair returns to Sedalia — at 2503 W. 16th St. — from Thurs., Aug 11-Sun., Aug 21. 🗓️
Kids, pigs, and prizes. Feels right for our fair. | Photo courtesy of the Missouri State Fair
The Missouri State Fair started in 1901 with the mission to help visitors understand + appreciate agriculture’s role in the state and keep agriculture one of Missouri’s top industries. Throughout the years , the fair’s competitions have played a vital role, with ribbons, money, and recognition for the best in class. 🥇
We’re wheely excited for this big event, so we want to prep you with everything you need to know before you go. Ride with us. 🎡
Hours, tickets, parking
- The fair will be open daily from 7:30 a.m. until 10 p.m.
- Tickets + parking passes are available in person and online . Admission costs $3-$12.
- Parking is available on and off site, with free general public parking and $5 per day VIP parking.
- Pro tip: The Fair offers a different theme each day with specials for select groups (think: Law Enforcement Appreciation Day, Farm Family Day, Senior Appreciation Day, etc.), so check out the daily deal schedule and plan your trip for a day when you can save some money.
The concerts
Some big names are headlining at the State Fair Grandstand.
- Trace Adkins with Lonestar | Thurs., Aug. 11 | 7:30 p.m. | $35+
- Tesla with Fuel | Fri., Aug. 12 | 7:30 p.m. | $30+
- Sam Hunt with Sean Stemaly | Sat., Aug. 13 | 7:30 p.m. | $45+
- Casting Crowns with We Are Messengers | Tues., Aug 16 | 7:30 p.m. | $25+
- ZZ Top’s “Raw Whisky Tour” with Goodbye June | Wed., Aug. 17 | 7:30 p.m. | $45+
- Charley Crockett and Stoney LaRue | Thurs., Aug 18 | 7:30 p.m. | $30+
- KC and The Sunshine Band | Fri., Aug 19 | 7:30 p.m. | $30+
- Justin Moore with Heath Sanders | Sat., Aug. 20 | 7:30 p.m. | $30+
Pro tip: Grandstand tickets do not include fair admission.
Of course, no fair is complete without rides + games, and the Missouri State Fair will have plenty of those, too. Check out this year’s attractions
, all the events for the whole Family
, and get your Carnival tickets
to make the most out of your visit. Whatever you do, give yourself plenty of time to explore it all — and wear comfy shoes. 🎠