Free Entertainment
Blues Brew & BBQ every evening Aug 28-30, Picnic Grove
The 2009 Oregon State Fair presents "Blues Brew & BBQ" in the Picnic Grove, August 28, 29 & 30, enjoy great blues on stage in the Picnic Grove, evenings between 7-10 pm, while enjoying tastes of Oregon brews and professional BBQ.
Small $10 charge for tasting tent...music is free!
Gossamer Magic
August 28 - September 7 on Familyville Stage
One of the world's greatest illusionists viewed by millions on ABC and CBS, Peter Gossamer combines original concepts and a fresh approach to the art of magic. His grand illusion, comedic vignettes and a charismatic personality will truly amaze you. Catch this show before it disappears!
Let's Pretend Circus "The CUTEST Show On Earth!"
August 28 - September 7 at the Lil’ Big Top
Each show stars kids, ages four and up, and an adult from the audience. These Star Performers dress in costumes that quickly slip over their clothes and after just a bit of instruction they put on a 30-minute show with two professional entertainers.
Continuous audience participation, "wow factor" surprises, corny jokes and a serious purpose to build kids' self-confidence combine to create a truly memorable show!
Lil' Big Top
August 28 - September 7 on the East Pavilion Lawn
Just for kids, ages 4 to 14! The Lil’ Big Top Stage will start each day with younger kids programs and entertainment, and will transition to tweens and teens in the evening hours! Don’t miss your chance to be the ‘star’ in a show, be entertained by comedians and watch juggling.
Children’s theatre starring the audience in … ‘The Cutest Shows on Earth’ each show stars a dozen kids, ages 4 and up, and one adult from the audience. Don’t miss this fun and interactive theatre experience!
Statewide Talent Contest
September 6 on the Comcast Center Stage
This classic State Fair contest will be held on Comcast Center Stage on Sunday September 6, 2009. This statewide talent contest is the culmination of talent contests held at Oregon County Fairs throughout the summer. Each participating county will send their top candidates in one of three categories…children ages 1-9, youth ages 10-17 and adults 18 and over, to the Oregon State Fair to compete. Come see contestants perform throughout the day!
Date and Location
Date: Sunday September 6, 2009 times to be announced.
How to Participate
Contestants must participate in a county fair talent contest with winners to be selected by their perspective county fair in order to advance to the Statewide Talent Contest. Individual county fair rules determine whether contestants in the county fair contest must be residents of the county or not.
Prizes and Awards
Prize and awards presented during a closing ceremony of the annual Talent Show!
Veterans’ Day Parade
August 29 on the Concourse
The 3rd annual Veterans Appreciation Parade. Veterans are invited to walk in the parade, which is approximately 1/2 mile in length. The parade starts at 12:15 p.m. All motorized vehicles must be pre-registered for the parade prior to July 15, 2009. An official list of parade entries will be posted by August 1. 2009.
For more information contact Matt.Richards@state.or.us.
