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Wolves of the World

a wolf prepares to jump down off of scaffolding during a performance
Every day of the fair – Click for schedule

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MUTTON BUSTIN' Sheep riding competition for kids ages 6–8

a child rides a sheep during a Mutton Bustin' competition
Wed, Aug. 12, 6:30 p.m. – West Arena

GOAT YOGA
with certified instructor Callie Kube

a black and white goat looks down at the camera while a woman in the backgroud does yoga
Fri, Aug. 14 & Sat, Aug. 15, 9:00 a.m.
Registration opening soon!

SPEED JIGSAW PUZZLE CONTEST

colorful puzzle pieces assembled
Fri, Aug. 14, 1:00 p.m. – Bingo Tent
Registration opening soon!

KIDS WITH KIDS Pet, play, and learn about friendly baby goats in a safe, hands-on environment!

a boy is all smiles as he poses with a goat
Every day of the fair

Over 35 food & beverage vendors

close up of mini donuts covered in sugar
Chopper World's Nuttiest DJ promo photo

World's Nuttiest DJ!
Fri, Aug. 14, 7:00 p.m. – Patio

MILITARY APPRECIATION DAY

FRIDAY AUGUST 14

Free Admission for Veterans & Current Military Personnel

MILITARY SERVICE RECOGNITION MARCH

2:00 p.m. – Bayview Elementary to Fairgrounds (Walnut Street)

VETERANS PROGRAM

2:30 p.m. – Entertainment Center

4-H

garden exhibits outside the 4-H Building
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Animals

a white and brown speckled horse in its stall at the Carver County Fair

Midway

 Swing ride at the Carver County Fair Midway at night Hours, daily specials & more

Pig Races
three pigs racing at the Carver County Fair
Every day of the fair

Exotic Zoo

a girl reaches up to pet a camel at the Carver County Fair exotic zoo

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