DELAWARE STATE FAIR

JULY 23 - August 1, 2026

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Grounds Entertainment

All Times Subject to Change

AROUND THE GROUNDS

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WADE SHOWS
MIDWAY CARNIVAL

Come enjoy the Wade Shows Carnival, try your luck at the carnival games or enjoy the assortment of kiddie rides, thrill rides, family rides and spectacular rides! For more information and to purchase wristbands check out the carnival page! CLICK HERE

Hours of Operation

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NIGHTLY DELAWARE STATE FAIR PARADE

Grab your spot along the parade route to enjoy the Delaware State Fair’s nightly parade. The parade is led by the Lake Forest Drum Line and features Floats, Antique Tractors, Jeeps and more!

Showtimes

  • Every Night 7PM
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fireworks

Don’t miss one of Delaware’s largest and most exciting fireworks displays, proudly presented by M&T Bank! This show lights up the night with dazzling colors, booming bursts, and unforgettable fireballs!

firework nights:

July 25, July 26, and August 1

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GOAT ISLAND

SPONSOR COURT

Spend some time at the Goat Island Petting Zoo, a fun-filled attraction the whole family will love! This interactive experience lets fairgoers get up close with friendly animals while watching playful goats climb towers, cross bridges, and explore their own little island. With a colorful, eye-catching setup and plenty of lively action, it’s a can’t-miss stop during your day at the fair!

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12pm - 9pm

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aLL aMERICAN hIGH dIVE

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Get ready for a splash of All-American excitement with the All-American High Dive Show! This thrilling, fully choreographed performance features jaw-dropping springboard and tower diving, hilarious clown antics, and a breathtaking high dive from over 70 feet in the air.

Showtimes

  • July 17 - 26 3PM, 5PM & 7PM

Additional Shows @ 12pm: July 24, 25, 26, & August 1

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Disc-Connected K9's

FARM MACHINERY LOT

They’re back! After a few years away, the incredible Disc-Connected K9s are returning to the fairgrounds. This high-energy show features world-class trainers and their amazing canine athletes performing jaw-dropping tricks, flips, and Frisbee catches that will leave the whole family cheering.

Showtimes

1:30PM, 4PM & 7PM

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DINOSAUR TAKEOVER

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Step back in time and come face-to-face with prehistoric giants! Snap photos with incredible life-sized dinosaurs, including a towering 50-foot Brachiosaurus, a mighty T-Rex, and more. Then explore the mobile museum, filled with fascinating fossils and artifacts that bring the prehistoric world to life. It’s an exciting, hands-on adventure that’s fun, educational, and perfect for dino-lovers of all ages

DAILY SCHEDULE

2PM - 8PM