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About

Free Admission

Join us for Fun for the whole family at the Liberty First Credit Union Arena located in Ralston, NE. 

Explore our educational exhibits, enjoy delicious food, and create unforgettable memories with the whole family!

What you need to know:

  • Free Entry!

  • Free Parking!

  • Animal Zone

  • Educational Exhibits

  • Stage Demonstrations

  • Vendor Show

  • Static Exhibits

Agenda

Schedule of Events

**Events will continue to be added as confirmed**
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The Vendor Show runs the entire time of the fair with vendors spanning countless categories. There is truly something for everyone! Apply to be a vendor at the below link.

Entry Information

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2026 General Rules & Regulations

The following general rules and regulations apply to the Open Class Departments. Additional rules specific to the individual departments are found in the respective entry sections. It is the responsibility of each exhibitor to be familiar with these rules and regulations.

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2026 Livestock Rules & Regulations

The following livestock rules and regulations apply to the Open Class Departments. Additional rules specific to the individual departments are found in the respective entry sections. It is the responsibility of each exhibitor to be familiar with these rules and regulations.

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Youth Open Class Swine

Show: Saturday, July 18, 2026 10:00 am

Entry Fees: Entry fees and showmanship are both FREE - All entries will be done day of show.

Check In: Saturday, July 18, 2026 8:30 am – 9:30 am

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Youth Open Class Sheep

Show: Saturday, July 18, 2026 1:00 pm

Entry Fees: Entry fees and showmanship are both FREE - All entries will be done day of show.

Check In: Saturday, July 18, 2026 11:00 am – 12:30 pm

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Youth Open Class Goat

Show: Saturday, July 18, 2026 3:00 pm

Entry Fees: Entry fees and showmanship are both FREE - All entries will be done day of show.

Check In: Saturday, July 18, 2026 1:30 pm – 2:30 pm

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Youth Open Class Rabbit

Show: Sunday, July 19, 2026 10:00am

Entry Fees: Entry fees and showmanship are both FREE - All entries will be done day of show.

Check In: Sunday, July 19, 2026 8:30 am – 9:30 am

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Youth Open Class Poultry

Show: Sunday, July 19, 2026 1:00 pm or following the rabbit show

Entry Fees: Entry fees and showmanship are both FREE - All entries will be done day of show.

Check In: Sunday, July 19, 2026 11:00 am – 12:30 pm

Open Class Static Exhibits - 2026 information

Produce & Flowers

Entry Delivery: Friday, July 17, 4:00-7:00pm

Show Times Open to Public:
Saturday: July 18, 2026 10:00 am -6:00 pm
Sunday: July 19, 2026 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Textile Arts

Entry Delivery: Friday, July 17, 4:00-7:00pm

Show Times Open to Public:
Saturday: July 18, 2026 10:00 am -6:00 pm
Sunday: July 19, 2026 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Visual Arts

Entry Delivery: Friday, July 17, 4:00-7:00pm

Show Times Open to Public:
Saturday: July 18, 2026 10:00 am -6:00 pm
Sunday: July 19, 2026 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

2026 Static Exhibit ENTRY FORM!

Please find the digital copy of the Static Exhibit entry form below. We recommend bringing these filled out to entry on Friday, July 17, 4:00pm-7:00pm. 

Food

Entry Delivery: Friday, July 17, 4:00-7:00pm

Show Times Open to Public:
Saturday: July 18, 2026 10:00 am -6:00 pm
Sunday: July 19, 2026 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Quilts

Entry Delivery: Friday, July 17, 4:00-7:00pm

Show Times Open to Public:
Saturday: July 18, 2026 10:00 am -6:00 pm
Sunday: July 19, 2026 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Photography

Entry Delivery: Friday, July 17, 4:00-7:00pm

Show Times Open to Public:
Saturday: July 18, 2026 10:00 am -6:00 pm
Sunday: July 19, 2026 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

250th Anniversary of America Fair Book

To celebrate America’s 250th Anniversary, the Douglas County Fair is offering special patriotic classes across all static exhibit departments. Exhibitors can enter their items in a regular class and also “double enter” the same item into a corresponding anniversary class, as long as it reflects an American or patriotic theme.

Our Sponsors

Sponsors
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Looking to get involved? - We're always looking for volunteers, sponsors & vendors!

Team

Tejlor Strope

Fair Manager

Kori Jensen

Foundation Director

Kevin Kock

Advisory Board President

Lorraine Henry

Advisory Board Treasurer

Deanna Hagen, Shayna Meyer, Joyce Finnell, Randy Pignotti

Advisory Board Members

CONTACT

Thanks for submitting!

Contact Us

PO Box 129

Waterloo, NE 68069

Email: Info@douglascountyfair.org

© 2025 Douglas County Fair

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