The Valley’s annual celebration of summer returns! The Big Sky Country State Fair loads into the Gallatin County Fairgrounds July 17th–21st for another round of food, fun, music, and so much more!
This year’s night shows will feature hip-hopper Ludacris with help from DJ Infamous and Childish Major, rock n’ rollers Hairball, and country star Joe Nichols with opener Tyler Rich. Returning again this year, the free stage area will showcase regional talent of all varieties every night.
The Bozeman Roundup Ranch Rodeo is back on Saturday, followed on Sunday by the Barnyard Brawl: Mutton Bustin’, calf scramble and kids’ chicken chase. In addition to the carnival rides and games, the Fair will feature several fun-filled and animal-packed activities, PowerHouse! Dance troupe, Tyzen the Hypnotist, Shenaniguns Comedy Wild West Show, Paz the Sports Guy, Wizards Challenge!, competitive exhibits and workshops, among others. Check the motor sports area for the Mud Drag, Tractor Races and more. And as always, the livestock barn will feature animals all week long.
Grounds entertainment included with Fair admission, excluding night shows and rodeo. On-site admission is $10 for adults, $4 for youth 6–12, free for those 5 and under, and $7 for seniors 62+. Concert tickets include fair admission day of. Carnival and rodeo admission sold separately. Advanced weekly passes available through the Fair website.
Gates open at 11am and close at 11pm daily, and 6pm on Sunday. Visit www.gallatincountyfairgrounds.com for presale tickets, event hours, and additional information about all of this year’s festivities. The Big Sky Country State Fair is July 17th–21st at Gallatin County Fairgrounds. •
