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62nd Annual Dubuque County Fair Page 1 July 28 through August 2, 2015

THE SIX BEST DAYS OF SUMMER

WILL HAVE YOU SHOUTING

PLATINUM SPONSORS:

WWW.DBQFAIR.COMGET TICKET INFO AND A FULL SCHEDULE: PRESENTED BY:

JULY 28 – AUGUST 2JULY 28 – AUGUST 2

62nd Annual Dubuque County Fair Page 2 July 28 through August 2, 2015 62nd Annual Dubuque County Fair Page 3 July 28 through August 2, 2015

DAILY HOURS

FAIR ADMISSIONGeneral admission: $1011 years old and under: FREEGeneral parking: FREE (Free shuttle to the gates)Preferred parking across from grounds: $10/day

GRANDSTAND PRICES:Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Sunday: FREE

Friday: The Summerland Tour featuring Everclear, Fuel, Toadies and American Hi-Fi - Festival Area: $20; Reserved Grandstand: $15; GA Grandstand: $10; Hillside: $5 (on sale 7/13).

Saturday: Jason Derulo with Special Guest Lizzo, presented by Dubuque Bank & Trust - Festival Area: $45; Reserved Grandstand: $35; GA Grandstand: $25; Hillside: $10 (on sale 7/13).

Fairgrounds gates open at 8 a.m. daily

Creative Arts BuildingTuesday through Thursday: 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.Friday: Noon - 8 p.m.Saturday: 10 a.m. - 7 p.m.Sunday: 10 a.m. - 7 p.m.

4-H Community CenterTuesday through Friday: 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.Saturday: 10 a.m. - 7 p.m.Sunday: Noon - 7 p.m.

Blain’s Farm & Fleet Exhibit HallTuesday through Saturday: 12:30 - 9 p.m. Sunday: 12:30 - 8 p.m.

Outdoor ExhibitsTuesday through Saturday: 12:30 - 9 p.m.Sunday: 12:30 - 8 p.m.

GET 6 GATE PASSES FOR THE COST OF FIVE:

ADMISSION FUN BOOKS ONLY $50

(includes six admissions)Available in advance at the

Fairgrounds and THEISEN’S in Dubuque and Dyersville.

ADULTS (12 AND OVER) MUST HAVE AN ADMISSION TICKETAll employees, fair officials, exhibitors, concessionaires, delivery personnel, 4-H exhibitors, judges and the general public MUST have official admission tickets or other approved fair credentials.

NO REFUNDS/NO RAIN CHECKS. ROAD PARKING NOT ALLOWED. NO CARRY-INS INCLUDING ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES. NO SKATEBOARDS, ROLLER BLADES OR ROLLER SHOES ALLOWED.

PRESENTED BY:

SUMMERLAND TOUR FEATURING EVERCLEAR, FUEL, TOADIES AND AMERICAN HI-FI

7:30 P.M.

JASON DERULO WITH SPECIAL GUEST LIZZO

PRESENTED BY

GET TICKETS TODAY AT WWW.DBQFAIR.COM OR CALL (563)588-1406.

FRIDAY, JULY 31

TICKETSFestival Area: $20 Reserved Grandstand: $15GA Grandstand: $10 Hillside: $5 (on sale 7/13)

TICKETSFestival Area: $45Reserved Grandstand: $35 GA Grandstand: $25 Hillside: $10 (on sale 7/13)

RADIO SPONSOR RADIO SPONSOR

NATIONAL CONCERT HEADLINERS

SATURDAY, AUGUST 1

8 P.M.


THE BARNYARD CHARGE!

SATURDAY, AUGUST 1

FAIR FOOD FRENZY! (TUES-FRI)Let’s face it. Food makes the fair. Now you can grab a fair lunch for you or a group of friends/co-workers with no admission cost. Here’s how it works:

· Starting at 11 a.m., pay the $10 gate entry fee and receive a Food Frenzy Pass.

· Buy any assortment of food you like to dine-in or go.

· Leave before 1 p.m., show your Food Frenzy Pass and meal receipt.

· Get your $10 gate admission back – and head out with either a full stomach or a ton of great food!

SPECIAL EVENTS

THE CHICKEN RUN: 1.5 miles, seven obstacles, all ages ($20/through July 30, $30/race day)

THE SLOPPY PIG: 3 miles, 16 obstacles, 16 and over ($35/through July 30, $45/race day)

ENTRY FEES INCLUDE GATE ADMISSION AND GOODIE BAGREGISTER at www.dbqfair.com

Our coverage puts you in the front row!

TH Media is a proud sponsor of the Dubuque County Fair’s Kids Day and Heritage Day


It’s not a mystery – it’s a highlight of the great creative talent in our area!

Whether you’re an old pro or a beginner with your creative talents, show off your best creative work and enter to win the coveted fair ribbons and other prizes.

ENTRY IS FREE! READY TO ENTER? Get details at www.dbqfair.com or call (563)588-1406.

NOT ENTERING? Be sure you check out the great exhibitions in the Creative Arts Building when you come to the fair!

Still want your business to participate? Call the fair office at (563)588-1406.

NOT SURE WHAT TO ENTER? The possibilities are endless, but here are some thoughts to get you going:

CREATIVE ARTS KID’S KORNERFEATURING THE WORK OF AREA YOUTH

RULES FOR KID’S KORNER 1. All General Creative Arts Rules Apply to the Kid’s

Korner

2. All kids up to and including age 14 may exhibit in the “Kid’s Korner” division. Entries for Divisions E (garden) and F (antiques and our heritage) are not restricted by this rule.

3. Children may enter items for Division E (garden) and F (antiques & our heritage), but they will be judged with adult entries.

4. Six “Best of Show” ribbons may be awarded.

5. The management will use the utmost care to guard and protect exhibits; however, we cannot and will not be held liable.

6. All kids’ ages must be included on the entry form.

WHAT ARE CREATIVE ARTS ANYWAY?

OUTDOOR EXHIBITORS4J Fence Co LLCAvalon Service CenterBrunkan Equipment8 Seconds ProductionsFabulous FacesHarley DavidsonHJF TradingMidwest Motor SportsPsychic VisionsRoofcoTheisen’s

INDOOR EXHIBITORSA Girls Bling BoutiqueAmerica's RenewableAvonBlains Farm & FleetBusch SatelliteDubuque Area Council For Prevention Of Child AbuseDubuque County Democratic Party

GOOD EATS!

EXHIBITORS

What would the fair be without the food? Let’s not even wonder! Check out the delectable fair food from this year’s concessionaires.

Don’t miss displays from many local businesses featuring their products and offerings as part of the fair – both in outdoor exhibition spaces and in the air-conditioned Blain’s Farm and Fleet Exhibit Hall. Here’s the ever-growing list of exhibitors as of press time.

4H Food StandDubuque Community YMCA/YWCADubuque County Shrine ClubDubuque Dairy AssociationDubuque Downtown KiwanisDubuque Morning OptimistsDubuque Noon LionsFreddies Popcorn CoGrandview United Methodist Church (Brat Haus)Hy-VeeKnights Of ColumbusLutheran Laymen's LeagueManny's Pizza & Taco's On The GoR & A Concessions (Signature Supper Club)

Simmons PromotionsSweet Fun Concessions Tater Booth

Dubuque County RepublicansDubuque County Right To LifeEnergy Doctor InFanny Friendly LLCFullness Of Life ChiropracticGrowth Ind. LLC (Kirby Vacuum)Hillcrest Family ServicesIdeal Chiropractic Health CenterIowa Bath D/B/A Bath FitterItWorksJamberry NailsKathy Spear LandscapingKitchen CraftLang's Dairy Equipment IncLema'sLe-Vel PromotorMidAmerica Basement Systems Next Generation WirelessNorwex Enviro ProductsPampered ChefPinnacle Cellular & SatellitePraire Farms Dairy

Sam's ClubScentsyScott Goins InsuranceShoemateSparkle Flair & Hair TriState DistributingTupperwareWillenborg Lawn OrnamentsWillustrationsYoung Living Essential Oil

IT AIN’T NO BULL!CHECK OUT THE MECHANICAL BULL

DAILY IN THE EXHIBIT PARK!

Did you know?When you buy a legendary Fair lemonade, you make a local impact. Many local non-profits rely on the fair as one of their major fundraisers. Those dollars cycle back into our community to make it a better place for all.

USE YOUR IMAGINATION! ANY HOBBY APPLIES!

Candle making Home decorations Holiday decorations Birdhouses Wood refinishing Woodworking Homemade dolls & toys Original artwork Needlework Quilting Beadwork Memory books

Embossing Stamping Painting Stamp collections Flower arranging Knitting Tomatoes Salsa Apple pie Cookies/Candies Clothing Dubuque souvenirs


PLAYIN’ DIRTY! THE MUD VOLLEYBALL TOURNAMENT SUNDAY, AUGUST 29 A.M. BEHIND THE BUDWEISER BEER GARDENGet registration details at www.dbqfair.com!

TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES

PLUS, TENS OF THOUSANDS OF DOLLARS IN GROUNDS ENTERTAINMENT FEATURED IN THE BIG TOP!

PRESENTED BY

Known around the world to kids of all ages, this year’s fair will feature the crime-fighting pizza-eating heroes in the half-shell – the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. On the grounds for 7 hours each day of the fair, Leonardo, Donatello, Michelangelo and Raphael will be available to meet and greet fairgoers while posing for pictures. Don’t miss this attraction – included in gate admission.

FAIR ADMISSION IS PACKED WITH THE AREA’S BEST ENTERTAINMENT VALUE!INCLUDED IN ADMISSION EACH DAY

DON’T MISS AG WEEK ACTIVITIES!In its earliest days, the Dubuque County Fair was established as a way to celebrate the area’s farming community. Still a vital part of the regional and national culture and economy, agriculture is an important part of our community’s fabric.

During the fair, the Junior Fair Board will host a series of Ag Week Events – family-friendly, educational presentations and activities.

DON’T MISS THEM!Tuesday at 1 and 3:30 p.m.: Ag Week Activity: National Mississippi River Museum and AquariumWednesday at 1 and 3:30 p.m.: Ag Week Activity: Swiss Valley Nature CenterThursday at 1 and 3:30 p.m.: Ag Week Activity: Iowa Dairy AssociationFriday at 1 and 3:30 p.m.: Ag Week Activity: NECAS Ag SafteySaturday at 1 and 3:30 p.m.: Ag Week Activity: Dubuque Regional Humane SocietySunday at 1 p.m.: Ag Week Activity: Steve's Ace Hardware

BALLOON BUFFOONDaily at 11 a.m., 2:30 p.m. and 5 p.m.

HILLBILLY SCIENCEDaily at 11:45 a.m. and 4 p.m.Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday at 6:30 p.m.Friday and Saturday at 7:15 p.m.

NOAH'S WAY EXOTIC PETTING ZOOTuesday - Friday 12:30 - 8 p.m. Saturday and Sunday 10:30 - 8 p.m.

EVERY NIGHT AT THE FAIRENTERTAINMENT ON THE BUDWEISER BEER GARDEN STAGE!Tuesday: DJ Becky McMahon and Karaoke at 8 p.m. - midnightWednesday: Brown Bottle Band 8 p.m. - midnightThursday: Back Roads Band at 8 p.m. - midnightFriday: Half Fast at 9 p.m. - 1 a.m.Saturday: Brews Brothers at 4 p.m. | Menace at 9 p.m. - 1 a.m.Sunday: Fifth Fret at 10 a.m. | Josie Wails at 3 p.m. | Three on the Tree at 8 - 11 p.m.

MIDWAYWednesday, Thursday, Friday 1-11 p.m.Saturday Noon - 11 p.m.Sunday Noon - 9 p.m.Ride bracelets $25 Wednesday - Sunday1 Ticket Ride TuesdayTheisen’s coupons - $5 off Saturday Aug. 1 only


TUESDAY, JULY 28

IMCA STOCK CAR RACES

7 P.M.

Grounds open at 8 a.m.Kids Day Activities 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.4-H Building: 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. Creative Arts Building: 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.Blain’s Farm & Fleet Exhibit Hall: 12:30 - 9 p.m.Opening Ceremony: 6 p.m.

SPECIAL: ONE-TICKET RIDES4 - 11 P.M.

KID’S DAY

4-H/FFA EVENTS8:30 a.m. Dairy Goat Judging 9 a.m. Horse and Pony Judging Dairy Cattle Judging Swine Show

KIDS DAY ACTIVITIES11 a.m. Lunch with Santa11:30 a.m. Human Christmas Tree Contest1 p.m. Pedal Pull 1:30 p.m. Paint a Barrel4 p.m. Frog Jump

OTHER GROUNDS ACTIVITIES11 a.m. - 3 p.m. Bingo

EVENING EVENTS

IN THE BEER GARDEN

DJ Becky McMahon and Karaoke at 8 p.m.

IN THE GRANDSTAND

Photo by Kaitlyn Wolf

KID’S DAY GOLD SPONSOR:


NTPA TRACTOR PULL

7 P.M.

IN THE BEER GARDEN

Brown Bottle Band 8 p.m.

IN THE GRANDSTAND

Did you know?The Fair is the largest and longest-running entertainment event in Dubuque County.

MAXIMUM HORSE POWER! CATCH THE DRAFT HORSE PULL AT 2 P.M.

4-H/FFA EVENTS9 a.m. Meat Goat Show Sheep Show

HERITAGE DAY ACTIVITIESCome celebrate and enjoy this day dedicated to the legacy of time - honored fair traditions!


TH MEDIA HERITAGE DAYGrounds open at 8 a.m.4-H Building: 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. Creative Arts Building: 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.Blain’s Farm & Fleet Exhibit Hall: 12:30 - 9 p.m.

WEDNESDAY, JULY 29EVENING EVENTS

TRACTOR PULL GOLD SPONSOR:

MIDWAY 1-11 P.M.Ride bracelets $25


4-H/FFA EVENTS9 a.m. Beef Show11 a.m. Pet Judging

FEATURED ACTIVITIES10 a.m. Clover Kids Pet Show1 p.m. Cupcake Decorating Contest Lego Contest3:15 p.m. Hula Hoop Contest


Grounds open at 8 a.m.4-H Building: 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. Creative Arts Building: 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.Blain’s Farm & Fleet Exhibit Hall: 12:30 - 9 p.m.

THURSDAY, JULY 30EVENING EVENTS

7 P.M.

IN THE BEER GARDEN

Back Roads Band at 8 p.m.

IN THE GRANDSTAND

SPRINT INVADER RACES

RACE DAY

STUFF IT IN!DON’T MISS THE EATING CONTEST AT 10 A.M.



GREEN THUMB!CHECK OUT THE OPEN CLASS

GARDEN SHOW AT NOON

4-H/FFA EVENTS9 a.m. Sheep, Meat Goat and Swine AuctionNoon Dairy Auction followed by Beef Auction3 p.m. Rabbit Show

FEATURED ACTIVITIES9 a.m. Fairgrounds Egg Hunt1 p.m. Cookie Structure Contest3 p.m. Sticks and Spoons Contest

OTHER GROUNDS ACTIVITIES11 a.m. - 3 p.m. Bingo6 p.m. Dubuque Dance Studio7-10 p.m. 80s Night Game Show

Grounds open at 8 a.m.4-H Building: 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. Creative Arts Building: Noon - 8 p.m.Blain’s Farm & Fleet Exhibit Hall: 12:30 - 9 p.m.

SUMMERLAND TOUR FEATURING EVERCLEAR, FUEL, TOADIES AND AMERICAN HI-FI

FRIDAY, JULY 31EVENING EVENTS

IN THE BEER GARDEN

Half Fast at 9 p.m.

ON THE MAINSTAGE

7:30 P.M.

ROCK DAY



BREW THIS YEAR! DON’T MISS THE BUDWEISER BREW MASTER TOUR!

4-H/FFA EVENTS9 a.m. Open Class Horse Show Open Class Dairy Show9:15 a.m. Open Class Rabbit Show1 p.m. Kiddie Calf Show2 p.m. Fashion Revue and Clothing Selection

THEISEN’S FAMILY DAYGrounds open at 8 a.m.4-H Building: 10 a.m. - 7 p.m. Creative Arts Building: 10 a.m. - 7 p.m.Blain’s Farm & Fleet Exhibit Hall: 12:30 - 9 p.m.

JASON DERULO WITH SPECIAL GUEST LIZZO

8 P.M.PRESENTED BY

FEATURED ACTIVITIES9 a.m. Barn Yard Charge Obstacle Race10:30 a.m. Story Book Character Contest1 p.m. Cell Phone Photo Walk Contest5 p.m. Extreme Dance Team6 p.m. Dubuque Dance Studio

OTHER GROUNDS ACTIVITIES11 a.m. - 3 p.m. Bingo6 p.m. Dubuque Dance Studio7-10 p.m. 80s Night Game Show

SATURDAY, AUGUST 1EVENING EVENTS

IN THE BEER GARDEN

Brews Brothers at 4 p.m. | Menace at 9 p.m.

ON THE MAINSTAGE

MIDWAY NOON-11 P.M.Ride bracelets $25


DEMOLITION DERBY IMCA STOCK CAR RACES

PLAYIN’ DIRTY!THE MUD VOLLEYBALL TOURNAMENT

STARTS AT 9 A.M.NOON 6:30 P.M.

SUNDAY, AUGUST 2EVENING EVENTS

IN THE BEER GARDEN

Fifth Fret at 10 a.m.Josie Wails at 3 p.m.Three on the Tree at 8 p.m.

IN THE GRANDSTAND

FEATURED ACTIVITIES10 a.m. Human Foosball Musical Chairs/ Freeze Dance Contest1 p.m. Balloon Pop Contest2 p.m. Open Class Beef Show

CLOSING DAYGrounds open at 8 a.m.4-H Building: Noon - 7 p.m. Creative Arts Building: 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.Blain’s Farm & Fleet Exhibit Hall: 12:30 - 8 p.m.

BREW THIS YEAR! DON’T MISS THE BUDWEISER BREW MASTER TOUR!

10 A.M. HUMAN FOOSBALL

MIDWAY NOON-9 P.M.Ride bracelets $25


For 62 years, the Dubuque County Fair has been an event that brings families and friends together.

Today, more than ever, the fair is an event that honors tradition while remaining current. It bridges the gap between rural and urban, old and new. It is familiar, yet unpredictably vibrant. It is alive and well.

And, it wouldn’t be possible without the support of so many individuals, businesses and organizations.

PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS!

PRESENTING SPONSOR: PLATINUM SPONSORS:

MEDIA SPONSORS:JASON DERULO CONCERT SPONSOR:

EXHIBIT HALL SPONSOR:

BIG-TOP SPONSOR:

KID’S DAY GOLD SPONSOR:

NTPA TRACTOR PULL GOLD SPONSOR:

QUEEN CONTEST:

RACES PACE CAR:

Tri-State Porta Potty, Inc."Come Potty With Us!"

62nd Annual Dubuque County Fair Page 24 July 28 through August 2, 2015

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· Roofco Theisen’s INDOOR EXHIBITORS A Girls Bling Boutique America's Renewable Avon Blains Farm & Fleet Busch Satellite Dubuque Area Council For Prevention Of Child Abuse Dubuque