It’s almost time for the Allegan County Fair, complete with concerts, livestock shows, carnival rides, entertainment, food and more.
Fair Week is Sept. 5-13, with different events and activities daily. Gates open at 8 a.m. — with the exception of opening day, when gates open at 1 p.m. The exhibit buildings are open 11 a.m.-10 p.m.
How much is admission to the Allegan County Fair?
General admission is $10 for adults, $5 for children in or above first grade, and free for youngsters. The cost for parking is $5.
What are the grandstand main events in 2025?
Each night of the fair will feature a headline event at the grandstands, most requiring a ticket. Ticket prices vary by event and can be purchased at allegancountyfair.com. Admission to watch the parade from the grandstands is free.
The entertainment lineup includes:
There will also be free daily shows by the Pork Chop Revue in the Community Area.
Opening Day (Sept. 5)
1 p.m. – Gates open (some animal showings begin at 8 a.m.)
2 p.m. – Youth and open class sheep shows
3 p.m. – Carnival rides open (a full-day pass is $35)
What’s happening Sept. 6 at the Allegan County Fair?
8 a.m. – Gates open
9 a.m. – Animal showings of open class poultry and youth beef
12 p.m. – Carnival rides open (a full-day pass is $35)
2 p.m. – The first round of Show Us Your Talent begins in the Youth Building
3 p.m. – Animal showings of the youth dairy starter and dairy steer
What’s happening Sept. 7 at the Allegan County Fair?
8 a.m. – Gates open
12 p.m. – Carnival rides open (a full-day pass is $35)
1 p.m. – Youth poultry and water fowl show
1-3 p.m. – Free food sampling during A Taste of the Fair
2 p.m. – The second round of Show Us Your Talent begins in the Youth Building
What’s happening Sept. 8 at the Allegan County Fair?
8 a.m. – Gates open (admission is $20 per carload, including parking)
12 p.m. – Free harness horse racing at the grandstands
3 p.m. – Carnival rides open (a full-day pass is $30 or each ride is $3)
What’s happening Sept. 9 at the Allegan County Fair?
8 a.m. – Gates open (seniors receive $5 admission before 12 p.m.)
8 a.m.-1 p.m. – Breakfast and programming for seniors at the Hilltop Tent
12 p.m. – Free harness horse racing at the grandstands
3 p.m. – Carnival rides open (a full-day pass is $30)
What’s happening Sept. 10 at the Allegan County Fair?
8 a.m. – Gates open (admission is $5 for ladies)
8 a.m. – Related program at the Hilltop Tent
10 a.m. – Youth livestock auction in the Weldon Rumery Arena
3 p.m. – Carnival rides open (a full-day pass is $30)
What’s happening Sept. 11 at the Allegan County Fair?
8 a.m. – Gates open (all attendees with military confirmation receive free parking and admission)
3 p.m. – Carnival rides open (a full-day pass is $30)
5 p.m. – Dog show in the Hilltop Tent
6 p.m. – Semifinals for Show Us Your Talent in the Youth Building
What’s happening Sept. 12 at the Allegan County Fair?
8 a.m. – Gates open
3 p.m. – Carnival rides open (a full-day pass is $35)
6 p.m. – Finals of Show Us Your Talent in the Youth Building
6 p.m. – Youth top showman orientation in the Weldon Rumery Arena
What’s happening Sept. 13 at the Allegan County Fair?
8 a.m. – Gates open
12 p.m. – Carnival rides open (a full-day pass is $35)
3 p.m. – Youth all-around showmanship contest in the Weldon Rumery Arena
For more information, visit allegancountyfair.com.
— Contact reporter Mitchell Boatman at mboatman@hollandsentinel.com.
This article originally appeared on The Holland Sentinel: Sept. 5-13: Everything you need to know about the 2025 Allegan County Fair
Reporting by Mitchell Boatman, Holland Sentinel / The Holland Sentinel
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