Wednesday, July 16th - Sunday, July 20th 2025
Bigger and better than ever and 123 years old, the fair takes place July 16-20, 2025. Amusement Attractions, shows on the midway, bingo, raffle, and free bandshell entertainment. All events subject to change.
New to the fair this year carnival ride tickets are available online now. Buy your one day ride passes or Mega Band ride passes now! Or give carnival ride passes as gifts. Check out Amusement Attractions for more information.
The Snake Oil performance portrays all of the biggest “hair bands” that defined the late 70’s and 80’s, all in their prime and all in one show. Experience these rock stars musically and visually, with spectacular costumes, hilarious and fun audience interaction and an array of incredible special effects.
Friday and Saturday the Grandstand will feature PBR Bull Riding! See all the Grandstand Events
2025 Pennington County Fair Parade starts at 7:00 pm on Wednesday, July 16th. Followed by Fireworks at dusk over the fairgrounds.
2024 Carnival Ride Passes
Mega Ride Pass (Presale Only) – $76
Day Ride Pass (Presale Only) – $26
Available to purchase in advance through Amusement Attractions.
Carnival Hours – Subject to change
Wednesday, July 17th: 5 pm – Close
Thursday, July 18th and Friday, July 19th: 3pm – Close
Saturday, July 20th and Sunday, July 21st: 1pm – Close
2024 Grandstand Event Passes
| Event | Adults | 12 and Under |
| Collin Raye and Tigirlily Gold | $25 | $10 |
| Thunder on Hooves | $25 | $10 |
| Demo Derby | $20 | $10 |
| Grandstand Pass (All Events) | $60 | $25 |
Grandstand Pass available at: Cenex Travel Plaza, Northdale Square/Main/Petro, Station 59, Hugo’s, and Erl’s Market in Thief River Falls; Kruse In in St Hilaire; Cenex in Goodridge; Eagle Square in Red Lake Falls.
2024 Fairgrounds Parking Passes
Season – $8 | Daily – $4
Tri-Valley Bus FREE Bus Route To The Fair
Bus stops include: Floyd B. Olson Park, The Heritage Center, Wal-Mart, Tractor Supply, Hugo’s and the front door of the Huck Olson Arena
Wednesday and Thursday: 4 pm – 11 pm
Friday and Saturday: 1 pm – 12 Midnight
Sunday: 1 pm – 11 pm
The buses will run every hour
