FAIR SCHEDULE

There's a lot going on at the Fair, keep it straight here.

Schedule may change without notice
Mid-late June, Online entry opens — sign up to enter your items!
http://www.thegreatfrederickfair.com/exhibit – This is your go-to page for everything you need to enter items in the Fair. View the full list of departments, see what you can enter, access online registration website, and find all the important dates and drop-off times.
ALL Youth and Open Livestock Exhibitors MUST pre-register online by August 15 at 11:59 p.m. No late entries will be accepted. Visit http://www.thegreatfrederickfair.com/exhibit to register.
ENTRY INFO FOR NON-LIVESTOCK ENTRIES/BUILDINGS: Online entry deadline is August 15 at 11:59 p.m. for all online building entries. Youth Building (Bldg. 12) – Pre-registration is REQUIRED online.| Household Building – Pre-registration is OPTIONAL. | Farm & Garden Building – NO online pre-registration available EXCEPT for Home Brew, Wine, Cider & Mead. ALL entries must be physically brought to the fairgrounds during the listed drop-off dates/times. Full schedule at www.thegreatfrederickfair.com/exhibit
Animal Drop-Off & Pick-Up – See Arrival/Release Schedule
9 a.m. – 12 p.m.Youth Building Entry Drop-Off – Bldg. 12
10 a.m. – 2 p.m.Farm & Garden Entry Drop-Off – Beer, Wine, Mead & Cider ONLY – Bldg. 14A
10 a.m. – 4 p.m.Household Building Entry Drop-Off – The Null Bldg. (9)
12 p.m. – 4 p.m.Standardbred Horse Show – Elm Street Development, Ryan Homes & NV Homes Equine Arena – Infield – Pleasants’ Horse Park~  Winbak Farm ~

No events to show.

4 – 7 p.m. Farm & Garden Building Entry Drop-Off – Honey & Beeswax ONLY- Bldg. 14A
6 p.m. Fair Kick Off: Youth Royal Ambassador Contest & Youth Pass Pick Up – Visit Frederick Grandstand Stage 
1 – 4 p.m. Youth Turkey Show – Processor’s Location 
2 – 8 p.m. Farm & Garden Building Entry Drop-Off – Bldg. 14A
2 – 8 p.m. Household Building Entry Drop-Off – The Null Bldg. (9)
2- 8 p.m. Farm & Garden Building Entry Drop-Off – Bldg. 14A
2 – 8 p.m. Household Building Entry Drop-Off – The Null Bldg. (9) (Baked Goods Only)
7 a.m. Judging in Progress – Farm & Garden Building Exhibits – (CLOSED to the public)
9 a.m. Judging in Progress – Household Building Exhibits – (CLOSED to the public)
  Parking fees begin at 9 a.m.; admission at 4 p.m.
4 p.m. – 9 p.m. Kid Zone – Free fun for all ages! gffair.com/free 
5 p.m. DEADLINE to purchase Advanced Carnival Wristband/Admission Combo – The Jack Pass  – Online Only
5 p.m. – Close Carnival Midway Opens – Wristbands $35 ($)
5 p.m. – 10 p.m.Homegrown Wineries, Breweries and Distilleries Showcase – Bldg. 13 – Fred. Co. Office of Agriculture
  Beer Garden – Under the MICHELOB ULTRA sign, next to Farm & Garden – Michelob Ultra, Wantz Distributors
6 p.m. Horse Barrel Racing Expo –  Elm Street Development, Ryan Homes & NV Homes Equine Arena – Infield – Pleasants’ Horse Park
7 p.m. 2025 Agricultural Awards Ceremony: Farm Family, Agri-Business, Ag-Advocate, Young Farmer, Top Ag Professionals; Landscapers Contest Winners Announced – Presented By: Ruppert Landscaping; 4-H Character Counts – Bldg. 32 – South Mt. Creamery Large Arena
7:30 p.m. Brantley Gilbert w/ Sadie Bass- Presented by Aschenbach Auto Group & Red Wing Shoes – Grandstand ($) ~ As part of the Michelob Ultra Concert Series ~ Get your concert outfits at Southbound Western Wear & Boots
9 a.m. – 12 noonYouth Building Entry Drop-Off – Bldg. 12
9 a.m. Household Building Opens to Public – The Null Bldg. (9)
  Farm & Garden Building Opens to Public – Bldg. 14A – Grange Day
  Open Class Boer Goat Show #1 – Bldg. 28 – Farmer’s Cooperative Small Livestock Arena
  Youth Horse & Pony Show – English – Elm Street Development, Ryan Homes & NV Homes Equine Arena – Infield – Pleasants’ Horse Park
10 a.m. *Carnival Midway Opens – 10 a.m. – Close.Wristbands $35 ($) Wristbands not sold after 8 p.m. Regular Ticket Prices after 8 p.m.
10 a.m. Horse Showcase/Expo – Infield – Pleasants’ Horse Park
11 a.m.- 9 p.m. Kid Zone – Free fun for all ages! gffair.com/free
Noon – 10 p.m. Homegrown Wineries, Breweries and Distilleries Showcase – Bldg. 13 – Fred. Co. Office of Agriculture
  Beer Garden – Under the MICHELOB ULTRA sign, next to Farm & Garden – Michelob Ultra, Wantz Distributors
  Taste of “Home Grown Frederick” – City Streets Country Roads Kitchen – Bldg. 44
1 p.m. Homemade Hit & Miss Engine Ice Cream Demo – City Streets Country Roads – Bldg. 44
  Open Class Boer Goat Show #2 – Bldg. 28 – Farmer’s Cooperative Small Livestock Arena
3 p.m. Kid’s Pedal Tractor Pull – City Streets Country Roads – Bldg. 44 (Registration begins at 2:30)
3 p.m. All Other Buildings Open to Public
  Open Class Boer Goat Show #3 –  Bldg. 28 – Farmer’s Cooperative Small Livestock Arena
3 – 5 p.m. “Egg-citing” Activities: Crafts, Demos and More – Bldg. 14
5 p.m. Homemade Hit & Miss Engine Ice Cream Demo – City Streets Country Roads – Bldg. 44
  Taste of “Home Grown Frederick” – City Streets Country Roads Kitchen – Bldg. 44
6 p.m. Horse Pull – Elm Street Development, Ryan Homes & NV Homes Equine Arena – Pleasants’ Horse Park
6:30 p.m. Youth Pretty Cow Contest-  Bldg. 32 – South Mt. Creamery Large Arena
8 p.m. T.I. — Grandstand ($) Presented by Team Reeder of Long & Foster Real Estate Inc. – Grandstand ($) ~ As part of the Michelob Ultra Concert Series ~ 
8:30 a.m. Draft Horse & Mule Show –  Elm Street Development, Ryan Homes & NV Homes Equine Arena – Pleasants’ Horse Park
8:30 a.m. Youth Dairy Cattle Show- All Breeds – Bldg. 32 – South Mt. Creamery Large Arena
9 a.m. All Buildings Open to Public
  Farm & Garden Building – Farm Bureau Day
9:30 a.m. Youth Rabbit Show (Showmanship, Breeding & Market) – Bldg. 14
10 a.m. Horse Showcase/Expo – Infield – Pleasants’ Horse Park
10 a.m. Youth Market Goat Breed Show – Bldg. 28 – Farmer’s Cooperative Small Livestock Arena
10:30 a.m. Faith at the Fair (A Contemporary Worship Experience with North Valley Church) –                                         Funky Joe’s Bandwagon Stage in the Resthaven Rest Area 
11 a.m.- 9 p.m. Kid Zone – Free fun for all ages! gffair.com/free
Noon – Close Carnival Midway Opens – ($)
Noon – 10 p.m. Homegrown Wineries, Breweries and Distilleries Showcase – Bldg. 13 – Fred. Co. Office of Agriculture
  Beer Garden – Under the MICHELOB ULTRA sign, next to Farm & Garden – Michelob Ultra, Wantz Distributors
  Taste of “Home Grown Frederick” – City Streets Country Roads Kitchen – Bldg. 44
1 p.m. Sunblock Bracelet Craft – City Streets Country Roads – Bldg. 44
  Horseshoeing Demonstration – Horse Barns, Bldg. 23
  Youth/Open Swine Breed Show – Bldg. 25 – Middletown Valley Bank Arena
2 p.m. Youth Sheep Fitting & Showing – Bldg. 28 – Farmer’s Cooperative Small Livestock Arena
2 p.m. Youth Poultry Showmanship – Bldg. 14
2 p.m. The Mercer Family Vintage Art Auction – Bldg. 18 – South Side Tire & Auto Beef Show Arena
3 – 5 p.m. “Egg-citing” Activities: Crafts, Demos and More – Bldg. 14
4 p.m. Youth Cake & Baked Goods Auction – Bldg. 18 – South Side Tire & Auto Beef Show Arena
5 p.m. Equine Demo –  Infield – Pleasants’ Horse Park
  Taste of “Home Grown Frederick” – City Streets Country Roads Kitchen – Bldg. 44
5:30 p.m. Open Class Dairy Showmanship – Bldg. 32 – South Mt. Creamery Large Arena
7:30 p.m. The Commodores w/ The Village People – Grandstand ($) Presented by Aschenbach Auto Group & PVI Office Furniture ~Part of the Michelob Ultra Concert Series ~
9 a.m. All Buildings Open to Public
  Youth & Open Poultry Judging – Bldg. 14
  Youth Beef Fitting & Showing – Bldg. 18  – South Side Tire & Auto Beef Show Arena
  Youth Dog Show – Bldg. 32 –  South Mt. Creamery Large Arena
9 a.m. – 6 p.m. Household Building Demonstrations – The Null Bldg. (9)
  Farm & Garden Building Demonstrations – Bldg. 14A
10 a.m. Horse Dentist Demo – Infield – Pleasants’ Horse Park
11 a.m. Youth Sheep Breed Show – Bldg. 28 – Farmer’s Cooperative Small Livestock Arena
11 a.m.- 9 p.m. Kid Zone – Free fun for all ages! gffair.com/free
1 p.m. Youth Dog Agility Demonstration – Bldg. 32 – South Mt. Creamery Large Arena 
2 p.m. Catoctin Kennel Club Dog Demonstrations – Bldg. 32 – South Mt. Creamery Large Arena
2 p.m. – Close Carnival Midway Open – Wristbands $35 ($) WB’s not sold after 8 p.m. Regular Ticket Prices after 8 p.m.
2 – 10 p.m. Homegrown Wineries, Breweries and Distilleries Showcase – Bldg. 13 – Fred. Co. Office of Agriculture
  Beer Garden – Under the MICHELOB ULTRA sign, next to Farm & Garden – Michelob Ultra, Wantz Distributors
3 p.m. Youth Beef Breed Show – Bldg. 18  – South Side Tire & Auto Beef Show Arena
3 – 5 p.m. “Egg-citing” Activities: Crafts, Demos and More – Bldg. 14
4 p.m. Youth Market Goat Show (Market & Showmanship) – Bldg. 28 – Farmer’s Cooperative Small Livestock Arena
6 p.m. Colt Starter 101 – Jeff Michaels, Split Creek Equine Solutions – Infield – Pleasants’ Horse Park
6:30 p.m. Lucas Oil East Coast National Tractor/Truck Pull Night – Presented By: Krietz Auto & Krietz Customs – Grandstand ($) ~ Joseph F. Devilbiss Construction & Brandenburg Electric Motorsport Series ~ (Modified, Super Stock, 2WD Trucks, Semis, 7700 lb. Super Stock Interstate)
8:30 a.m. Open Dairy Cattle Show (Ayrshires, Guernseys & Holsteins – Heifers) – Bldg. 32 –  South Mt. Creamery Large Arena
9 a.m. All Buildings Open to Public
  Open Class Sheep Breed Show (Wool Breeds) – Bldg. 28 – Farmer’s Cooperative Small Livestock Arena
  Open Class Beef Cattle Show  (All Breeds) – Bldg. 18 – South Side Tire & Auto Show Arena
9 a.m. – 6 p.m. Household Building Demonstrations – The Null Bldg. (9)
  Farm & Garden Building Demonstrations – Bldg. 14A
10 a.m. Horse Dentist Demo –  Infield – Pleasants’ Horse Park
11 a.m. – 9 p.m.Kid Zone – Free fun for all ages! gffair.com/free
11 a.m. Jousting Exhibition – Grandstand
12:30 p.m. Open Dairy Cattle Show (Ayrshires, Guernseys & Holsteins – Cows) Bldg. 32 –  South Mt. Creamery Large Arena
2 – 4 p.m. Youth Poultry & Turkey Skill-A-Thon – Back of Bldg. 12 Youth Building
2 – 10 p.m. Homegrown Wineries, Breweries and Distilleries Showcase – Bldg. 13 – Fred. Co. Office of Agriculture
  Beer Garden – Under the MICHELOB ULTRA sign, next to Farm & Garden – Michelob Ultra, Wantz Distributors
2 p.m.  – Close Carnival Midway Opens –  $60 Carload Special – Presented By: WAFY Key 103.1 – – One price includes admission, ride wristbands, and parking for everyone buckled in your vehicle (up to 8 people). Must park in Lot D to get the deal. Cash only at the gate OR buy online ahead at gffair.com/carnival
3 p.m.  Youth Horse & Pony Show – Western (Pleasure & Performance) – Elm Street Development, Ryan Homes & NV Homes Equine Arena – Infield – Pleasants’ Horse Park
  Youth Beef Fit Out Contest – Bldg. 18  – South Side Tire & Auto Beef Show Arena, sponsored by Digging & Rigging 
3 – 5 p.m. “Egg-citing” Activities: Crafts, Demos and More – Bldg. 14
5 p.m. Youth Sheep Market Show – Bldg. 28 – Farmer’s Cooperative Small Livestock Arena
5:30 p.m. Colt Starter 102 – Jeff Michaels, Split Creek Equine Solutions – Infield – Pleasants’ Horse Park
6 p.m.  Youth Goat Team Fit-Out Competition – Bldg. 32 – South Mt. Creamery Large Arena
6:30 p.m. Youth Decorated Lamb and Lead Contest – Bldg. 28 – Farmer’s Cooperative Small Livestock Arena, sponsored by Relations
7 p.m. Youth Pretty Pig Contest – Bldg. 25 – Middletown Valley Bank Arena, sponsored by GT Travel Agency by Dream Vacations
7 p.m. Demolition Derby, Cars- Presented By: Mark’s Equipment Service and Trick Trucks & Cars – Grandstand ($) ~ Joseph F. Devilbiss Construction & Brandenburg Electric Motorsport Series ~
9 a.m. All Buildings Open to Public
  Open Class Sheep Breed Show – Bldg. 28 (Meat Breeds) – Small Livestock Arena
  Youth Beef Market Show – Bldg. 18 – South Side Tire & Auto Beef Show Arena
  Youth Dairy Goat Show – Bldg. 32 – South Mt. Creamery Large Arena
9 a.m. – 6 p.m. Household Building Demonstrations – The Null Bldg. (9)
  Farm & Garden Building Demonstrations – Bldg. 14A
10 a.m. Horse X-Ray Demo – Dr. Justin Sobota, South Mt. Equine – Infield – Pleasants’ Horse Park
11 a.m.- 9 p.m. Kid Zone – Free fun for all ages! gffair.com/free
Noon Harness Racing – Grandstand
  Celebrity Harness Races – Grandstand
12:30 p.m. – 2 p.m.Kiddie Carnival Rides Open ($)
2 – 10 p.m. Homegrown Wineries, Breweries and Distilleries Showcase – Bldg. 13 – Fred. Co. Office of Agriculture
  Beer Garden – Under the MICHELOB ULTRA sign, next to Farm & Garden – Michelob Ultra, Wantz Distributors
2 p.m. – Close *Carnival Midway Open – Wristbands $35 ($) WB’s not sold after 8 p.m. Regular Ticket Prices after 8 p.m.
3 – 5 p.m. “Egg-citing” Activities: Crafts, Demos and More – Bldg. 14
5 p.m. Youth Poultry & Rabbit Dress Up Contest – Bldg. 14, followed by Poultry & Turkey Awards
  Youth Swine Fitting & Showing – Bldg. 25 – Middletown Valley Bank Arena
  Equine Demo – Infield – Pleasants’ Horse Park
6 p.m.  Frederick County FFA Greenhand & Character Counts Ceremony – Bldg. 32 – South Mt. Creamery Large Arena
7 p.m. Demolition Derby, Trucks & Vans – Presented By: Mark’s Equipment Service and Trick Trucks & Cars – Grandstand ($) ~ Joseph F. Devilbiss Construction & Brandenburg Electric Motorsport Series ~
8:30 a.m. Youth Horse & Pony Show – Western (Speed & Trail) – Elm Street Development, Ryan Homes & NV Homes Equine Arena – Infield – Pleasants’ Horse Park
9 a.m. Open Class Dairy Show (Milking Shorthorns – full show) followed by (Brown Swiss & Jerseys – Heifers ) – Bldg. 32 – South Mt. Creamery Large Arena
  All Buildings Open to Public
  Youth Swine Market Show – Bldg., 25 – Middletown Valley Bank Arena
9 a.m. – 6 p.m. Household Building Demonstrations – The Null Bldg. (9)
  Farm & Garden Building Demonstrations – Bldg. 14A
10 a.m. Horse Showcase/Expo – Presented By: The Great Frederick Fair- Infield – Pleasants’ Horse Park
11 a.m. – 9 p.m.Kid Zone – Free fun for all ages! gffair.com/free
Noon Harness Racing – Grandstand
12:30 p.m. – 2 p.m.Kiddie Carnival Rides Open ($)
1:30 p.m. Open Class Dairy Cattle Show (Brown Swiss & Jerseys – Cows) – Bldg. 32 – South Mt. Creamery Large Arena
Approx. 1:30 p.m.Old Fashion Day, Parade of Antique Cars – Grandstand Approx. 1:30 p.m. Immediately following the races
2 p.m. Youth Rabbit Skill-A-Thon Contest – Bldg. 12 Youth Building
2 – 10 p.m. Homegrown Wineries, Breweries and Distilleries Showcase – Bldg. 13 – Fred. Co. Office of Agriculture
  Beer Garden – Under the MICHELOB ULTRA sign, next to Farm & Garden – Michelob Ultra, Wantz Distributors
2 p.m. – Close *Carnival Midway Open – Wristbands $35 ($) WB’s not sold after 8 p.m. Regular Ticket Prices after 8 p.m.
3 – 5 p.m. “Egg-citing” Activities: Crafts, Demos and More – Bldg. 14
5 p.m. Parade of Goat Breeds – Bldg. 32 – South Mt. Creamery Large Arena
5 – 6 p.m. Parade of Horses – Horse Showcase/Expo – Infield – Pleasants’ Horse Park
5 – 7 p.m. Little Loopers Dummy Roping – Infield – Pleasants’ Horse Park Warm up 5-6 p.m.
6:30 p.m. Youth Pretty Goat Contest – Bldg. 32 – South Mt. Creamery Large Arena
7 p.m. Spinning Contest (Youth & Adult) – Bldg. 28 – Farmer’s Cooperative Small Livestock Arena
7:30 p.m. Anne Wilson w/ Caleb & John – Grandstand ($) Presented by The Mercer Family – Grandstand ($) And community partners, C12 MD & Putman Plumbing
7:30 – 9:30 p.m. Youth Exhibitor Dance (Private) – Bldg. 18 – South Side Tire & Auto Show Arena
8 a.m. Youth Alpaca Show – Bldg. 32 – South Mt. Creamery Large Arena
9 a.m. All Buildings Open to Public
  Northeast Texas Longhorn Regional Show – Bldg. 18 – South Side Tire & Auto Show Arena
10 a.m. Horse Showcase/Expo – Infield – Pleasants’ Horse Park
10 a.m.- Close Carnival Midway Opens – 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. All rides reduced by 1 ticket ($) Regular Ticket Prices after 5 p.m.
10 a.m. – 8 p.m.Household Building Demonstrations – The Null Bldg. (9)
  Farm & Garden Building Demonstrations – Bldg. 14A
11 a.m. – 9 p.m.Kid Zone – Free fun for all ages! gffair.com/free
Noon Harness Racing – Grandstand
Noon – 10 p.m. Homegrown Wineries, Breweries and Distilleries Showcase – Bldg. 13 – Fred. Co. Office of Agriculture
  Beer Garden – Under the MICHELOB ULTRA sign, next to Farm & Garden – Michelob Ultra, Wantz Distributors
1 p.m. Youth Champion Showcase & Overall Market Livestock Showmanship Contest – Bldg. 28 – Farmer’s Cooperative Small Livestock Arena
1 p.m. – 4 p.m. FCPS Stem Showcase – Kid Zone
1:30 – 2:30 p.m. Parade of Horses – Grandstand (Following Harness Racing)
2 p.m. Corn Husking Pop Up Contest – Farm & Garden Building – Bldg. 14A
  Ice Cream in a Bag Demonstration – City Streets Country Roads – Bldg. 44
2:30 p.m. Model Horse Show – Horse Expo Tent – Infield – Pleasants’ Horse Park
3 – 5 p.m. “Egg-citing” Activities: Crafts, Demos and More – Bldg. 14
5 – 6 p.m. Parade of Horses – Horse Showcase/Expo – Infield – Pleasants’ Horse Park
6 p.m. Taste of “Home Grown Frederick” – City Streets Country Roads Kitchen – Bldg. 44 
7 p.m. Supreme LegenDAIRY Showcase – Bldg. 32 – South Mt. Creamery Large Arena
7:30 p.m. Travis Tritt w/ Tyler Reese Tritt – Grandstand ($) Presented by DARCARS Toyota of Frederick –  ~ As part of the Michelob Ultra Concert Series ~ Get your concert outfit at Southbound Western Wear and Boots! 
9 a.m. All Buildings Open to Public
  Horse Showcase/Expo – Infield – Pleasants’ Horse Park
9 a.m. GFF Youth Livestock Sale – (9 a.m.) Turkeys & Rabbits; (Approx. 11 a.m.) Beef, Sheep, Swine & Goats – Bldg. 18 – South Side Tire & Auto Show Arena 
  Open Class Dairy Goat Show – Sr. Doe –  Bldg. 28 – Farmer’s Cooperative Small Livestock Arena
10 a.m. Youth Alpaca Costume Contest – Bldg. 32 – South Mt. Creamery Large Arena
10 a.m. – 4 p.m.Farm & Garden Building Demonstrations – Bldg. 14A – Frederick Co. Beekeeping Association Day
10 a.m. – Close *Carnival Midway Opens – Wristbands $35 ($) Wristbands not sold after 8 p.m. Regular Ticket Prices after 8 p.m.
10:30 a.m. Youth Obstacle Course Challenge: Goats vs. Alpacas – Bldg. 32 – South Mt. Creamery Large Arena
11 a.m. Kid Zone – Free fun for all ages! gffair.com/free
Noon Harness Racing – Grandstand
Noon – 10 p.m. Homegrown Wineries, Breweries and Distilleries Showcase – Bldg. 13 – Fred. Co. Office of Agriculture
  Beer Garden – Under the MICHELOB ULTRA sign, next to Farm & Garden – Michelob Ultra, Wantz Distributors
  Taste of “Home Grown Frederick” – City Streets Country Roads Kitchen – Bldg. 44
1 p.m. Open Class Dairy Goat Show – Jr. Doe –  Bldg. 28 – Farmer’s Cooperative Small Livestock Arena
1:30 p.m. Cornhole Tournament – Elm Street Development, Ryan Homes & NV Homes Equine Arena – Infield – Pleasants’ Horse Park
  Parade of Horses, Horse Drawn Carriages and Horses & Hounds – Grandstand
3 – 5 p.m. “Egg-citing” Activities: Crafts, Demos and More – Bldg. 14
5 p.m. Taste of “Home Grown Frederick” – City Streets Country Roads Kitchen – Bldg. 44 
5 – 6 p.m. Parade of Horses – Horse Showcase/Expo – Infield – Pleasants’ Horse Park
7:30 p.m. CLUTCH w/ The Messthetics | Frederick Rock School plays 6-7 p.m. – Presented by The Great Frederick Fair – Grandstand ($) ~ As part of the Michelob Ultra Concert Series ~
7 a.m. Youth & Open Poultry and Rabbits Released – Bldg. 14
9 a.m. Youth Market Livestock Released
9 a.m. – 1 p.m. Youth Building Exhibits Released – Bldg. 12
9 a.m. – 2 p.m. Home Arts & Craft Building Exhibits Released – The Null Bldg. (9) – Premium Check Pick Up
9 a.m. – 2 p.m. Farm & Garden Building Exhibits Released – Bldg. 14A – Premium Check Pick Up

Schedule is subject to change without notice.