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Manistee County Fair

August, 2023

The Manistee County Fair welcomes you each August! Located at the Onekama Fairgrounds along Portage Lake on M-22, the fair offers rides, food, entertainment, and 4-H exhibitions. 

With fun offered on the midway, grandstand shows, and even car races, the Manistee County Fair has something for everyone! 

Fair admission is generally $3, five and under free, unless otherwise noted. 

Here's a Typical Schedule of Events:

Tuesday: Opening Day

  • 8am– Swine Judging
  • 2pm– Sheep Judging
  • 4pm– Cattle Judging
  • 6pm– Goat Judging
  • 7pm – Heritage Draft Horse Pulling, $3 admission

Wednesday

  • 8am– Rabbit Judging
  • 12-10pm – Merchant Building Open
  • 1pm– Poultry/Bird Judging
  • 5pm– Youth Exhibit Area: Youth Live Performance Event
  • 7pm– TNT Bump ‘n Run Event; $10 for ages 13 and up, $5 ages 6-12 and Kids 5 & under free

Thursday

  • 12-10pm– Merchant Building Open
  • 5:30pm– Youth Open Large and Small Animal Auction
  • 7pm– TNT Barrel Race

Friday

  • 10am– Large Animal Barn: Photo Opportunity Day
  • 11:30am– Youth Open Showmanship Sweepstakes Event
  • 12-10pm– Merchant Building Open
  • 7pm– West Michigan Pullers; $12 ages 13 and up, $8 ages 6-12 and Kids 5 & under free; Pits $20

Saturday

  • 12-10pm– Merchant Building Open
  • 3pm– Bike Giveaways Begin Register at the Old Heifer Booth in the Merchant Building)
  • 7pm– TNT Bump ‘n Run & Demolition Derby; $12 ages 13 and up, $8 ages 6-12 and Kids 5 & under free; Pits $20

Stay tuned for information on the 2023 Manistee County Fair!

Experience Manistee

There’s so much to see and do in Manistee! Read the stories below or go to the Manistee destination page.

For more information on the Manistee County Fair, please contact:

Manistee County Fair Board

(231) 889-5566

manisteecountyfair.org

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