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Three Bears Alaska Alaska Beef Showdown
What could be better than USDA Beef? That same beef prepared by teams of exceptional local Chefs facing off and eager to win! Come watch the fun, sample the entries, and cast your People’s Choice vote for the best in each category. |
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Pacific Seafood Processors Association Alaska Seafood Throwdown
Watch talented chefs go head-to-head in a Food Network-style culinary battle featuring Alaska's world-famous seafood! Competitors will race the clock, impress the judges, and compete for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Place honors, along with the coveted People's Choice Award. 🐟 Public Tasting & Voting Times 12:30 PM Sample the dishes, cast your vote, and help crown the fan favorite! |
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Battle at the Fairgrounds Wrestling Tournament
Come watch and cheer on your favorite wrestler in the Battle at the Fairgrounds Wrestling Tournament! This event is hosted by Pioneer Grappling Academy. 200 wrestlers in Elementary, Middle, and High School compete in this tournament starting at 12pm. |
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MSBSD Career and Technical Education Showcase
Get hands on with robotics, coding and more |
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Paint Nights with Sara & Co.
Click HERE to purchase tickets Tickets available August 1st. Fair admission is not included in ticket price. $20 Ages 12 & over Limited seats available. |
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Cosplay Meet & Greet
👑 Heroes, Villains, and Legends Await! ⭐ Join the Dark Side... We Have Photo Opportunities! Meet your favorite galactic heroes and villains from a galaxy far, far away! Snap photos, show off your cosplay, and meet the incredible members of the 501st Legion. |
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Cosplay Contest
907 Star Wars Cosplay Contest ⭐ The Force Is Strong at the Fair! Compete with your favorite galactic heroes and villains from a galaxy far, far away! Snap photos, show off your cosplay, and meet the incredible members of the 501st Legion. 📸 Photo opportunities available throughout the event. 💫 The 907 Star Wars will also be collecting donations to support Make-A-Wish, helping bring hope and joy to children facing critical illnesses. Come meet the good guys, the bad guys, and the droids with attitude! Support a great cause and help make wishes come true!” |
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Embracing AK Disabilities Expo
In addition to the Shining Abilities Craft Fair, this expo features resource information booths, a calm-down sensory area, sensory activities. Stop in and help support our artists’ dreams and goals and get the info needed to bring our communities and families together. |
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Opatra Family Day Games
So many games you won't know which to do first. BIG versions of your favorite games. Connect 4, Snakes and Ladders, Jenga, Guess Who, Sorry, Candy Land and MORE. You won't want to miss these fun games. Plus a ball pit for ages 1-4. |
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Opatra Parent & Child Look-Alike Contest
🍎 The Apple & Tree Look-Alike Contest 🍎 Sign up at 1:30pm |
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Twindly Tech Day at the Fair
Come and join us at the fair! Twindly Bridge Robotics is sponsoring a Twindly Tech Day at the fair with lots of hands-on activities for all ages. Meet some of our competitive FIRST robotics teams & learn about the program, play some robot soccer, build and race a Lego derby car, battle sumo robots & more! |
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Fair & Square: Family Boot Camp Challenge
Gear up for a day of action, laughter, and teamwork held in honor of Military Appreciation Day! This family-friendly event is designed for all ages with military-inspired obstacles and games. |
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Kid's Vendor Market
🌟 Where Kids Become Entrepreneurs! 🌟 Big ideas come in small packages! Come discover the creativity, talent, and entrepreneurial spirit of Alaska's youngest business owners at the Kids Markets during the Alaska State Fair. Shop unique, one-of-a-kind products, meet the young entrepreneurs behind the booths, and support the next generation of innovators, creators, and business leaders. Every purchase helps encourage a child's dream and teaches valuable real-world business skills. 🛍️ Want your child to be a vendor? Kids Markets is now accepting young entrepreneurs to participate! Click below to learn more and reserve a booth. 👉 Sign Up HERE for Kids Markets |
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The Alaska Club Alaska Pickleball Expo
Pickleball Expo Curious what all the pickleball buzz is about? Stop by the Pickleball Expo at the Alaska State Fair and see why it's America's fastest-growing sport! Meet local pickleball clubs, test out a variety of paddles, and jump onto the practice court to give it a try. Whether you're a complete beginner or already hooked, friendly club members will be on hand to answer questions, share tips, and help you find a club near you. Grab a paddle, rally a few balls, and discover just how fun—and addictive—pickleball can be! |
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Palmer Arts Council Kid's Craft Corner
Facilitating art experiences in our community. |
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America 250th Baseball Exhibit & Reception
The Palmer Museum of History and Art, in partnership with the Matanuska-Susitna Borough and historian Katie Ringsmuth, invites you to celebrate America 250 at the Alaska State Fair. Enjoy an evening of history, conversation, and community as you: Explore the Alaska Field of Dreams exhibit featuring exhibit materials from museums from around the state of Alaska. Admission is free, and all are welcome! Play Ball! |
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