Grounds Entertainment
All Times Subject to Change
AROUND THE GROUNDS
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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July 23 5PM - 11PM
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July 24 - August 1 1PM - 11PM
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July 25 and August 1 1PM - 12AM
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
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Every Night 7PM
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
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!
dAILY sCHEDULE
12pm - 9pm
aLL aMERICAN hIGH dIVE
SPONSOR COURT
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
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July 17 - 26 3PM, 5PM & 7PM
Additional Shows @ 12pm: July 24, 25, 26, & August 1
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
DINOSAUR TAKEOVER
SPNOSOR COURT
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
Roaming Acts
ROLLO
Keep an eye out for Rollo, one of the most unique strolling acts at the fair! Combining comedy, magic, tap dancing, rope jumping, and plenty of audience interaction, Rollo keeps crowds laughing wherever he goes. If you see him roaming the fairgrounds, be sure to stop and say hello—he’s guaranteed to put a smile on your face!
the fritters
Get ready for the return of The Fritters! Keep your eyes peeled for these lively entertainers as they roam the fairgrounds, spreading joy and laughter to crowds of all sizes. They’re eager for plenty of photo opportunities and ready to delight fairgoers with their infectious energy and humor.
robot rangers
Prepare for an unforgettable encounter with the Robot Rangers! The futuristic automatons travel through the fairgrounds, captivating audiences with their mesmerizing height, high-fives and photo opportunities!
STROLLING BOOMBOX
Keep an eye out around the Delaware State Fair for the Strolling Boombox, a roaming DJ and dance party on wheels! Johnny Rockett brings high-energy music, flashing lights, and nonstop fun as he rolls through the fairgrounds spreading excitement wherever he goes. Follow the music, join the celebration, and get ready to dance along!
Hertrich Plaza
Live Entertainment
MIGHTY MIKE
Step right up and experience the incredible strength and showmanship of Mighty Mike! Bringing the classic 1920s strongman tradition into the modern day, Mighty Mike amazes audiences by juggling bowling balls and sledgehammers, tearing packs of cards, and bending steel bars before your eyes. Ready for a new spin on a classic tradition? This is a strongman show like you’ve never seen before!
showtimes
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July 23 - August 1 5PM, 6PM, & 8:15PM
TYZEN
Prepare to be amazed with Tyzen, the hypnotist bringing laughter, mystery, and mind-bending entertainment to the Delaware State Fair! Known for his “wickedly funny” style and unforgettable audience participation, Tyzen combines comedy, hypnosis, and jaw-dropping moments into a show that will leave you wondering how it’s even possible. It’s an interactive experience full of laughs and surprises that you won’t want to miss!
showtimes
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July 23 - August 1 7PM & 9PM
Lincoln City
A rock band based in Central Delaware, Lincoln City has been around since 2006!
showtimes
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July 25 & July 26 2PM - 4PM
Quade Gannon
Young singer-songwriter homegrown in a small town in Delaware. Inspired by the likes of old country heroes like George Strait, Quade balances between generations beyond his years. Playing crowd-favorite country hits from today while blending in his own originals, Quade has a sound that balances both old and new.
showtimes
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August 1 2PM - 4PM
Building Entertainment
AG COMMODITIES BUILDING
Visit the Delaware Department of Agriculture’s Commodities Building and see the products and programs Delaware Agriculture has to offer!
Hours of Operation
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July 23 12PM - 8PM
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July 24 - August 1 10AM - 8PM
DNREC BUIDLING
Come visit the Delaware Department of Natural Resources & Environmental Control where you can discover the science behind the work DNREC does to protect the environment and Delaware’s natural resources.
HOURS OF OPERATION
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July 23 - August 1 12PM -8PM
4-H/FFA BUILDING
Stop on into the Memorial Hall for a nice blast of air conditioning. While you’re there be sure to take a look at all of the exhibits entered by local 4-H and FFA members throughout the State of Delaware!
Hours of Operation
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July 23 5PM to 9PM
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July 24 - August 1 9AM to 9PM
DOVER BUILDING
Exhibits in the Dover Building open for the public to view. Departments in this building include Arts & Crafts, Children’s, Culinary, Farm, Fruit & Apiary, Flowers, Garden Vegetable, and Needlework.
HOURS OF OPERATION
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July 23 12PM - 9PM
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July 24 - August 1 9AM - 9PM
DELAWARE BUILDING
Exhibits in the Delaware Building are open for the public to view. A great place for the family to come check out all that the First State has to offer. Presented by the University of Delaware.
Hours of Operation
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July 23 - August 1 12PM - 8PM
EXHIBIT HALL
Visit the Exhibit Hall for a nice blast of air conditioning while also shopping! Here you can see many of our Delaware State Fair Sponsors and check out more vendors.
HOURS OF OPERATION
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July 23 12PM - 10PM
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July 24 - August 1 11AM - 10PM
marketplace tent
Shop to your hearts content at the largest retail collaboration in the area! This air conditioned building consists of a wide variety of vendors for all to enjoy.
HOURS OF OPERATION
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July 23 12PM - 11PM
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July 24 - August 1 11AM - 11PM
Special Events
billy ray collison memorial horse pull
Mark your calendars for the Horse Pull Contest, in memory of Billy Ray Collison. Come see the incredible strength of these horses as they pull weight up to 3,420 pounds or more!
QUILLEN ARENA
Sheep Dog Demonstrations
Watch skilled border collies showcase their natural herding instincts as they guide sheep through a series of commands and obstacles. This entertaining and educational demonstration highlights the incredible teamwork between dog and handler.
Presented by the Delaware Department of Agriculture.
QUILLEN ARENA
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Saturday July 25 12PM
KIDS' FAIR
Come join us for a special one day only Kids’ Fair! We will have tables set up in the Hertrich Plaza with games and giveaways plus free stage entertainment!
Featuring activities like:
• Bayside Gymnastics (9AM)
• Mighty Mike (10AM)
• Dinosaur Show (11AM)
• Strolling Boombox Musical Chairs (12PM)
And more!
Presented by Fidelity.
HERTRICH PLAZA
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Tuesday July 28 9AM - 1PM
LIVESTOCK EXTRAVAGANZA
Watch some of Delaware’s Youth as they exhibit the combination of hard work and determination that it takes to raise the best animals in Delaware. Grand and Reserve Champion market hogs, lambs, goats and steer will be selected, as well as the Overall Grand Champion Showman.
Presented by Corteva Agriscience, Horizon Farm Credit and Delaware Department of Agriculture.
QUILLEN ARENA
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Tuesday July 28 7PM
PIG KISSIN'
Contestants try to raise the most money for the Junior Exhibitor Scholarship. Watch them compete in a variety of fun competitions and a chance to kiss the pig!
HERTRICH PLAZA
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Thursday July 30 3PM
JR LIVESTOCK AUCTION
Public sale of the Grand and Reserve Champion animals and other top placed livestock from the past week. The Junior Livestock Auction showcases agribusiness education for young livestock owners who selected, purchased and raised some of Delaware’s finest animals.
Presented by Corteva Agriscience and Horizon Farm Credit.
KENT BUILDING
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Thursday July 30 6PM
ANTIQUE TRACTOR PULL
Don’t miss the Antique Tractor Pull! All Tractors in their respective classes pull a set of weight in the drag (sled). The winner is the one who can pull the drag the furthest. Join us for this traditional competition at the Delaware State Fair!
Presented by the Delaware Farm Bureau Young Farmers & Ranchers Committee.
QUILLEN ARENA
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Saturday August 1 9AM
NANTICOKE INDIAN DANCE TROOP
The Nanticoke Indian Dance Troupe will share their Native American Culture and History through dance, music and storytelling!
GROVE PICNIC AREA
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Saturday August 1 4PM
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Friday July 24 6PM