County fair season is off and running across southern Minnesota. This week, it's time for the Rice County Fair in Faribault.

The 2023 Rice County Fair runs this Wednesday (7/17) through Sunday (7/21) at the Rice County Fairgrounds in Faribault. It's five big days of food, fun, attractions, entertainment, rides, music, competitions, grandstand events and more.

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The Rides

There are no 'Passport to Fun' passes being sold in 2024, so here's the daily scoop on the rides & midway this year.

  • Wednesday: Midway open 1:00 pm to 10:00 pm
    Arm Bands - $30 per person (unlimited rides 1 pm to 9 pm)
  • Thursday: Midway open 1:00 pm to 10:00 pm
    Arm Bands - $30 per person (unlimited rides 1 pm to 9 pm)
  • Friday: Midway open 12:00 pm to 10:00 pm
    Arm Bands - $30 per person  unlimited rides 12 pm to 9 pm)
  • Saturday: Midway open 12:00 pm to 10:00 pm
    Arm Bands - $30 per person (unlimited rides 12 pm to 9 pm)
  • Sunday: Midway open 1:00 pm to 7:00 pm
    Arm Bands - $30 per person (unlimited rides 1 pm to 7 pm)

The Grandstand

2024 grandstand ticket pricing $15 for ages 13 and up. $10 for kids 6 to 12. Kids 5 and under get in free.

  • Wednesday, July 17th: IMCA Old Timers Racing (Adults $15, Kids 6-11 $5, Kids 5 and under free)
  • Thursday, July 18th: Enduro Auto races at 6:00 pm (Adults $15, Kids 6-11 $5, Kids 5 and under free)
  • Friday, July 19th: Barnes PRCA Rodeo at 7:00 pm (Adults $20, Kids 6-11 $5, Kids 5 and under free)
  • Saturday, July 20th: UPM Truck & Tractor Pull at 7:00 pm (Adults $15, Kids 6-11 $5, Kids 5 and under free)
  • Sunday, July 21st: Power Wheels & Demolition Derby at 1:00 pm (Adults $20, Kids 6-11 $5, Kids 5 and under free)

Magic shows, bingo, horse shows, daily prize drawings, vendors & exhibitors, 4H and FFA exhibits, tons of live music, beer garden -- the list goes on and on, and you can visit the Rice County Fair website here for all the details.

We'll see you there!

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