Thank you to those who support the Whiteside County Fair. There is no doubt that, without your continued support, our Fair would not have been successful and been able to continue for 153 years! The Fair Board appreciates your support in keeping the Fair going strong, so we can continue with this important part of our County’s heritage for years to come. Check out our website for more information about the Fair, as you prepare to visit next week: www.whitesidecountyfair.org.
The Whiteside County Fair has an amazing lineup of Grandstand and Daily events. The Fair starts Tuesday, August 13, and completes on Saturday, August 17, 2024, held at the fairgrounds in Morrison, IL, 201 W. Winfield Street, Morrison, IL. These five days have something for everyone, that you won’t want to miss!
Grandstand:
Tuesday – Next Level Bull Riding at 7:00 p.m.
Wednesday – Next Level Pro Bronc Riding at 7:00 p.m.
Thursday – Heavy Horse Hitch including 4 Horse Hitch at 1:00 p.m. and Full Throttle Monster Trucks at 7:00 p.m.
Friend of the Fair presentation before the Monster Trucks (about 6:15 p.m.)
Friday – Heavy Horse Hitch including 6 Horse Hitch at 1:00 p.m.; Antique Tractor Parade at 5:30 p.m.; Tractor and Truck Pull at 6:30 p.m.
Saturday – Harness Racing at noon and Demo Derby at 6:30 p.m.
Daily events:
Cake and Pie Walk Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday at 4:00 p.m.
Chicken Poo Bingo at 3:00 p.m.
Granpa Cratchet Stage Show throughout the day
Petting Zoo, Pony Rides, Pig Races, and Camel Rides
Bike Give Away – Sign up at the Blue Building during each day; drawings are Tuesday – Friday at 6:00 p.m.; Saturday at 2:00 and 6:00 p.m.
Wood Carving every day, with the Auction Saturday at 4:00 p.m.
Livestock Judged Tuesday – Friday. Check the website schedule for specific times.
Bingo Nightly 6:00 – 9:00 p.m.
MABAS display schedule:
Friday – Grain bin demo and Safety House
Saturday – Auto Vehicle Extrication and Water Fights
Carnival Ride Wristband Days: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, or Saturday, 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. for a cost of $30 each day. Carnival Ride MEGA BAND (anytime Carnival is open) Pre-Fair (last day to purchase Monday, August 12,) for $60; Week of the Fair $70 (starting Tuesday, August 13.)
