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Children are encouraged to enter our 2020 Buchanan County Fair Coloring Contest! The age groups are 3-5, 6-8, 9-12, and 13-17. Children do not need to live in the county to be eligible. Crayons, colored pencils, or markers are allowed. Click on “Download” below to download the coloring sheet to your computer. To enter the…
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NDEPENDENCE, IA- May 26, 2020: Due to the ongoing social distance guidelines and best practices put in place to slow the spread of COVID-19, the Buchanan County Fair Association has made the difficult decision to cancel the grandstand and grounds entertainment for the 2020 Buchanan County Fair, out of an abundance of caution. “After discussions…
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This is an event you won’t want to miss! Purchase your table today at one of the listed locations, or contact Molly at manager@buchanancountyfair.org or 319-327-1789. For more information on Dueling Pianos, visit https://midwestduelingpianos.com/
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Your 2020 Buchanan County Fair entertainment is chart-topping country group LANCO, with opening act Montgomery Gentry! This can’t-miss concert will be on Saturday, July 11th at the Buchanan County Fairgrounds in Independence. Purchase your tickets today at: https://tickets.midwestix.com/event/LANCO-bcf-2020/pre-sale LANCO, the ACM “New Group of the Year,” continues to pave the course for success after their 2x PLATINUM hit…
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The art of chainsaw carving is a fast-growing form of art that combines the modern technology of the chainsaw with the ancient art of woodcarving.
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Bearadise Ranch, since 1926, brings to you their big, beautiful bruins in loving human care. Promoting habitat preservation and conservation for all bear species, learn about bears and gain an appreciation for them up close and personal. Witness the love between man and bear with the Bears of Bearadise Ranch. Bears have been a part…
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Tuesday, July 2nd @ 4PM Ages 5 to 7 are invited to join our 2018 Buchanan county Queen Candidates this year for a craft and a treat and to be introduced in front of the crown before the queen coronation! Space is limited. RSVP today to Amanda at 563-608-2146
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Chris Janson Concert & Diamond Rio!! Links: Purchase Tickets:https://tickets.midwestix.com/event/chris-janson-bcf-2019/pre-sale Website: www.chrisjanson.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chrisjansonmusic Concert Info: Saturday, July 6th Gates opens @ 6:30PM, Diamond Rio @ 8PM, Chris Janson @ 9PM! email info@buchanancountyfair.org for questions Chris Janson Everybody Bio In case you haven’t heard, Warner Music Nashville’s Chris Janson is not your typical country artist. He operates on…
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Wednesday, July 3rd @ 7:00 PM 4 Person Teams Youth – Age Groups: 7-10 years old 10-12 years old 13-15 years old 15-17 years old Women – 18+ Men – 18+ Co-ed team must have 2 of each gender – 18+ Sign up: Sign up between 6-6:30 @ Horse Arena. Youth will need waiver signed.…
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Saturday, July 6th At The Open Air Shelter On The Fairgrounds Participants Can Begin Anytime After 11:00 AM. Judging 3 Categories: Beef, Pork, Chicken, or Bring Your Own Open Choice Local Judges for each category Overall People’s Choice Award Judging at 3:30 PM Registration Pre-Registration is Required $10 Entry Fee To Register & for more…
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