Join us for fun at the fair!
You won't want to miss the summer fair at Buena Vista County Fair located in Alta, IA. We're confident that you'll be astounded with all the entertainment and events we have to offer. Each year the fair gets bigger and better. Check out what's happening this year.
Grandstand Features for Everyone
You won't want to miss the Buena Vista County Fair this year! Join us in the grandstand for fun family events for the entire family. Grandstand features include the Extreme Bull Riding Tour & Barrel Racing, Western Iowa Tractor Pullers, Sequoia Newland and Eli Alger & the Faster Horses concerts, Demo Derby and more!
All-Inclusive Pricing: Gate admission will cover all 4-H activities, rides and Grandstand events!
Daily Admission:
Daily Admission: $15
Senior (62+): $ 7
5 day Season Pass: $50
Ages 3 & under: Free
Pit Passes: Additional $25 per person & you must sign a liability waiver
Schedule:
7:00-10:30am: Livestock Weigh-Ins (Health Papers Required for beef, goats, sheep and swine) - Animal Barns
7:00-9:00am: Swine Weigh-In - Swine Barn
7:00-9:30am: Small Animal Check-In - Sheep/Goat Barn
8:00-11:00am: Open Class Judging (Closed to the Public) - Open Class Building
8:00-9:30am: Sheep and Goat Weigh-In - Sheep/Goat Barn
8:00-9:30am: Beef Weigh-In - Beef Barn
9:00am: Chainsaw Artist - Bear Grove Carvings by Jeff Coss - Fairgrounds
10:00am: Special Swine Selection/Weigh-in - Swine Barn
10:30am: All Livestock in place - Livestock Barns
12:00pm: Open Class Building Opens - Open Class Building
12:00pm: 4-H Pet Show - 4-H Auditorium
12:00pm: Chainsaw Artist - Bear Grove Carvings by Jeff Coss - Fairgrounds
2:00pm: 4-H Horse Show - 4-H Horse Arena
3:00pm: Chainsaw Artist - Bear Grove Carvings by Jeff Coss - Fairgrounds
6:00pm: Scotts Amusements Carnival Opens - Fairgrounds
6:00pm: Crowning of Queen, King, Little Miss and Mister - New Stage
6:30pm: GRANDSTAND EVENT - Motocross by 714 Promotions, LLC - Track Infield
10:00pm: Carnival closes - Fairgrounds