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62nd Annual Dubuque County Fair Page 2 July 28 through August 2, 2015 62nd Annual Dubuque County Fair Page 3 July 28 through August 2, 2015 FAIR ADMISSION NATIONAL CONCERT HEADLINERS General admission: $10 11 years old and under: FREE General parking: FREE (Free shuttle to the gates) Preferred parking across from grounds: $10/day FRIDAY, JULY 31 SATURDAY, AUGUST 1 GRANDSTAND PRICES: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Sunday: FREE Friday: The Summerland Tour featuring Everclear, Fuel, Toadies and American Hi-Fi - Festival Area: $20; Reserved Grandstand: $15; GA Grandstand: $10; Hillside: $5 (on sale 7/13). PRESENTED BY: SUMMERLAND TOUR FEATURING EVERCLEAR, FUEL, TOADIES AND AMERICAN HI-FI JASON DERULO WITH SPECIAL GUEST LIZZO Saturday: Jason Derulo with Special Guest Lizzo, presented by Dubuque Bank & Trust - Festival Area: $45; Reserved Grandstand: $35; GA Grandstand: $25; Hillside: $10 (on sale 7/13). GET 6 GATE PASSES FOR THE COST OF FIVE: DAILY HOURS Fairgrounds gates open at 8 a.m. daily Creative Arts Building Tuesday through Thursday: 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. Friday: Noon - 8 p.m. Saturday: 10 a.m. - 7 p.m. Sunday: 10 a.m. - 7 p.m. 4-H Community Center Tuesday through Friday: 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. Saturday: 10 a.m. - 7 p.m. Sunday: Noon - 7 p.m. Blain s Farm & Fleet Exhibit Hall Tuesday through Saturday: 12:30-9 p.m. Sunday: 12:30-8 p.m. ADMISSION FUN BOOKS ONLY $50 (includes six admissions) Available in advance at the Fairgrounds and THEISEN S in Dubuque and Dyersville. ADULTS (12 AND OVER) MUST HAVE AN ADMISSION TICKET All employees, fair officials, exhibitors, concessionaires, delivery personnel, 4-H exhibitors, judges and the general public MUST have official admission tickets or other approved fair credentials. TICKETS Festival Area: $20 Reserved Grandstand: $15 GA Grandstand: $10 Hillside: $5 (on sale 7/13) RADIO SPONSOR 7:30 P.M. TICKETS Festival Area: $45 Reserved Grandstand: $35 GA Grandstand: $25 Hillside: $10 (on sale 7/13) PRESENTED BY 8 P.M. RADIO SPONSOR Outdoor Exhibits Tuesday through Saturday: 12:30-9 p.m. Sunday: 12:30-8 p.m. NO REFUNDS/NO RAIN CHECKS. ROAD PARKING NOT ALLOWED. NO CARRY-INS INCLUDING ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES. NO SKATEBOARDS, ROLLER BLADES OR ROLLER SHOES ALLOWED. GET TICKETS TODAY AT WWW.DBQFAIR.COM OR CALL (563)588-1406.

62nd Annual Dubuque County Fair Page 4 July 28 through August 2, 2015 62nd Annual Dubuque County Fair Page 5 July 28 through August 2, 2015 SPECIAL EVENTS THE BARNYARD CHARGE! SATURDAY, AUGUST 1 Our coverage puts you in the front row! TH Media is a proud sponsor of the Dubuque County Fair s Kids Day and Heritage Day THE CHICKEN RUN: 1.5 miles, seven obstacles, all ages ($20/through July 30, $30/race day) THE SLOPPY PIG: 3 miles, 16 obstacles, 16 and over ($35/through July 30, $45/race day) ENTRY FEES INCLUDE GATE ADMISSION AND GOODIE BAG REGISTER at www.dbqfair.com FAIR FOOD FRENZY! (TUES-FRI) Let s face it. Food makes the fair. Now you can grab a fair lunch for you or a group of friends/co-workers with no admission cost. Here s how it works: Starting at 11 a.m., pay the $10 gate entry fee and receive a Food Frenzy Pass. Buy any assortment of food you like to dine-in or go. Leave before 1 p.m., show your Food Frenzy Pass and meal receipt. Get your $10 gate admission back and head out with either a full stomach or a ton of great food!

62nd Annual Dubuque County Fair Page 6 July 28 through August 2, 2015 62nd Annual Dubuque County Fair Page 7 July 28 through August 2, 2015 WHAT ARE CREATIVE ARTS ANYWAY? It s not a mystery it s a highlight of the great creative talent in our area! Whether you re an old pro or a beginner with your creative talents, show off your best creative work and enter to win the coveted fair ribbons and other prizes. NOT SURE WHAT TO ENTER? The possibilities are endless, but here are some thoughts to get you going: Candle making Home decorations Holiday decorations Birdhouses Wood refinishing Woodworking Homemade dolls & toys Original artwork Needlework Quilting Beadwork Memory books ENTRY IS FREE! Embossing Stamping Painting Stamp collections Flower arranging Knitting Tomatoes Salsa Apple pie Cookies/Candies Clothing Dubuque souvenirs USE YOUR IMAGINATION! ANY HOBBY APPLIES! READY TO ENTER? Get details at www.dbqfair.com or call (563)588-1406. NOT ENTERING? Be sure you check out the great exhibitions in the Creative Arts Building when you come to the fair! CREATIVE ARTS KID S KORNER FEATURING THE WORK OF AREA YOUTH RULES FOR KID S KORNER 1. All General Creative Arts Rules Apply to the Kid s Korner 2. All kids up to and including age 14 may exhibit in the Kid s Korner division. Entries for Divisions E (garden) and F (antiques and our heritage) are not restricted by this rule. 3. Children may enter items for Division E (garden) and F (antiques & our heritage), but they will be judged with adult entries. 4. Six Best of Show ribbons may be awarded. 5. The management will use the utmost care to guard and protect exhibits; however, we cannot and will not be held liable. 6. All kids ages must be included on the entry form. GOOD EATS! What would the fair be without the food? Let s not even wonder! Check out the delectable fair food from this year s concessionaires. 4H Food Stand Dubuque Community YMCA/YWCA Dubuque County Shrine Club Dubuque Dairy Association Dubuque Downtown Kiwanis Dubuque Morning Optimists Dubuque Noon Lions Freddies Popcorn Co Grandview United Methodist Church (Brat Haus) Hy-Vee Knights Of Columbus Lutheran Laymen's League Manny's Pizza & Taco's On The Go R & A Concessions (Signature Supper Club) EXHIBITORS Don t miss displays from many local businesses featuring their products and offerings as part of the fair both in outdoor exhibition spaces and in the air-conditioned Blain s Farm and Fleet Exhibit Hall. Here s the ever-growing list of exhibitors as of press time. OUTDOOR EXHIBITORS 4J Fence Co LLC Avalon Service Center Brunkan Equipment 8 Seconds Productions Fabulous Faces Harley Davidson HJF Trading Midwest Motor Sports Psychic Visions Roofco Theisen s INDOOR EXHIBITORS A Girls Bling Boutique America's Renewable Avon Blains Farm & Fleet Busch Satellite Dubuque Area Council For Prevention Of Child Abuse Dubuque County Democratic Party Dubuque County Republicans Dubuque County Right To Life Energy Doctor In Fanny Friendly LLC Fullness Of Life Chiropractic Growth Ind. LLC (Kirby Vacuum) Hillcrest Family Services Ideal Chiropractic Health Center Iowa Bath D/B/A Bath Fitter ItWorks Jamberry Nails Kathy Spear Landscaping Kitchen Craft Lang's Dairy Equipment Inc Lema's Le-Vel Promotor MidAmerica Basement Systems Next Generation Wireless Norwex Enviro Products Pampered Chef Pinnacle Cellular & Satellite Praire Farms Dairy Simmons Promotions Sweet Fun Concessions Tater Booth Did you know? When you buy a legendary Fair lemonade, you make a local impact. Many local non-profits rely on the fair as one of their major fundraisers. Those dollars cycle back into our community to make it a better place for all. Sam's Club Scentsy Scott Goins Insurance Shoemate Sparkle Flair & Hair TriState Distributing Tupperware Willenborg Lawn Ornaments Willustrations Young Living Essential Oil Still want your business to participate? Call the fair office at (563)588-1406. IT AIN T NO BULL! CHECK OUT THE MECHANICAL BULL DAILY IN THE EXHIBIT PARK!

62nd Annual Dubuque County Fair Page 8 July 28 through August 2, 2015 62nd Annual Dubuque County Fair Page 9 July 28 through August 2, 2015 FAIR ADMISSION IS PACKED WITH THE AREA S BEST ENTERTAINMENT VALUE! INCLUDED IN ADMISSION EACH DAY TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES PLAYIN DIRTY! THE MUD VOLLEYBALL TOURNAMENT SUNDAY, AUGUST 2 9 A.M. BEHIND THE BUDWEISER BEER GARDEN Get registration details at www.dbqfair.com! EVERY NIGHT AT THE FAIR ENTERTAINMENT ON THE BUDWEISER BEER GARDEN STAGE! PRESENTED BY Tuesday: DJ Becky McMahon and Karaoke at 8 p.m. - midnight Wednesday: Brown Bottle Band 8 p.m. - midnight Thursday: Back Roads Band at 8 p.m. - midnight Friday: Half Fast at 9 p.m. - 1 a.m. Saturday: Brews Brothers at 4 p.m. Menace at 9 p.m. - 1 a.m. Sunday: Fifth Fret at 10 a.m. Josie Wails at 3 p.m. Three on the Tree at 8-11 p.m. Known around the world to kids of all ages, this year s fair will feature the crime-fighting pizza-eating heroes in the half-shell the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. On the grounds for 7 hours each day of the fair, Leonardo, Donatello, Michelangelo and Raphael will be available to meet and greet fairgoers while posing for pictures. Don t miss this attraction included in gate admission. PLUS, TENS OF THOUSANDS OF DOLLARS IN GROUNDS ENTERTAINMENT FEATURED IN THE BIG TOP! MIDWAY Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 1-11 p.m. Saturday Noon - 11 p.m. Sunday Noon - 9 p.m. Ride bracelets $25 Wednesday - Sunday 1 Ticket Ride Tuesday Theisen s coupons - $5 off Saturday Aug. 1 only DON T MISS AG WEEK ACTIVITIES! In its earliest days, the Dubuque County Fair was established as a way to celebrate the area s farming community. Still a vital part of the regional and national culture and economy, agriculture is an important part of our community s fabric. During the fair, the Junior Fair Board will host a series of Ag Week Events family-friendly, educational presentations and activities. BALLOON BUFFOON Daily at 11 a.m., 2:30 p.m. and 5 p.m. HILLBILLY SCIENCE Daily at 11:45 a.m. and 4 p.m. Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday at 6:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday at 7:15 p.m. NOAH'S WAY EXOTIC PETTING ZOO Tuesday - Friday 12:30-8 p.m. Saturday and Sunday 10:30-8 p.m. DON T MISS THEM! Tuesday at 1 and 3:30 p.m.: Ag Week Activity: National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium Wednesday at 1 and 3:30 p.m.: Ag Week Activity: Swiss Valley Nature Center Thursday at 1 and 3:30 p.m.: Ag Week Activity: Iowa Dairy Association Friday at 1 and 3:30 p.m.: Ag Week Activity: NECAS Ag Saftey Saturday at 1 and 3:30 p.m.: Ag Week Activity: Dubuque Regional Humane Society Sunday at 1 p.m.: Ag Week Activity: Steve's Ace Hardware

62nd Annual Dubuque County Fair Page 10 July 28 through August 2, 2015 62nd Annual Dubuque County Fair Page 11 July 28 through August 2, 2015 TUESDAY, JULY 28 KID S DAY Grounds open at 8 a.m. Kids Day Activities 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. 4-H Building: 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. Creative Arts Building: 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. Blain s Farm & Fleet Exhibit Hall: 12:30-9 p.m. Opening Ceremony: 6 p.m. IN THE GRANDSTAND IMCA STOCK CAR RACES EVENING EVENTS SPECIAL: ONE-TICKET RIDES 4-11 P.M. 4-H/FFA EVENTS 8:30 a.m. Dairy Goat Judging 9 a.m. Horse and Pony Judging Dairy Cattle Judging Swine Show Photo by Kaitlyn Wolf 7 P.M. KIDS DAY ACTIVITIES 11 a.m. Lunch with Santa 11:30 a.m. Human Christmas Tree Contest 1 p.m. Pedal Pull 1:30 p.m. Paint a Barrel 4 p.m. Frog Jump OTHER GROUNDS ACTIVITIES 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. Bingo KID S DAY GOLD SPONSOR: IN THE BEER GARDEN DJ Becky McMahon and Karaoke at 8 p.m.

62nd Annual Dubuque County Fair Page 12 July 28 through August 2, 2015 62nd Annual Dubuque County Fair Page 13 July 28 through August 2, 2015 WEDNESDAY, JULY 29 TH MEDIA HERITAGE DAY Grounds open at 8 a.m. 4-H Building: 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. Creative Arts Building: 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. Blain s Farm & Fleet Exhibit Hall: 12:30-9 p.m. MAXIMUM HORSE POWER! CATCH THE DRAFT HORSE PULL AT 2 P.M. 4-H/FFA EVENTS 9 a.m. Meat Goat Show Sheep Show IN THE GRANDSTAND TRACTOR PULL GOLD SPONSOR: EVENING EVENTS NTPA TRACTOR PULL 7 P.M. HERITAGE DAY ACTIVITIES Come celebrate and enjoy this day dedicated to the legacy of time - honored fair traditions! OTHER GROUNDS ACTIVITIES 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. Bingo Did you know? The Fair is the largest and longestrunning entertainment event in Dubuque County. MIDWAY 1-11 P.M. Ride bracelets $25 IN THE Brown Bottle Band 8 p.m. BEER GARDEN

62nd Annual Dubuque County Fair Page 14 July 28 through August 2, 2015 62nd Annual Dubuque County Fair Page 15 July 28 through August 2, 2015 THURSDAY, JULY 30 RACE DAY Grounds open at 8 a.m. 4-H Building: 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. Creative Arts Building: 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. Blain s Farm & Fleet Exhibit Hall: 12:30-9 p.m. IN THE GRANDSTAND SPRINT INVADER RACES EVENING EVENTS STUFF IT IN! DON T MISS THE EATING CONTEST AT 10 A.M. 4-H/FFA EVENTS 9 a.m. Beef Show 11 a.m. Pet Judging FEATURED ACTIVITIES 10 a.m. Clover Kids Pet Show 1 p.m. Cupcake Decorating Contest Lego Contest 3:15 p.m. Hula Hoop Contest OTHER GROUNDS ACTIVITIES 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. Bingo MIDWAY 1-11 P.M. Ride bracelets $25 IN THE BEER GARDEN Back Roads Band at 8 p.m. 7 P.M.

62nd Annual Dubuque County Fair Page 16 July 28 through August 2, 2015 62nd Annual Dubuque County Fair Page 17 July 28 through August 2, 2015 FRIDAY, JULY 31 ROCK DAY Grounds open at 8 a.m. 4-H Building: 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. Creative Arts Building: Noon - 8 p.m. Blain s Farm & Fleet Exhibit Hall: 12:30-9 p.m. ON THE MAINSTAGE EVENING EVENTS SUMMERLAND TOUR FEATURING EVERCLEAR, FUEL, TOADIES AND AMERICAN HI-FI GREEN THUMB! CHECK OUT THE OPEN CLASS GARDEN SHOW AT NOON 4-H/FFA EVENTS 9 a.m. Sheep, Meat Goat and Swine Auction Noon Dairy Auction followed by Beef Auction 3 p.m. Rabbit Show FEATURED ACTIVITIES 9 a.m. Fairgrounds Egg Hunt 1 p.m. Cookie Structure Contest 3 p.m. Sticks and Spoons Contest OTHER GROUNDS ACTIVITIES 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. Bingo 6 p.m. Dubuque Dance Studio 7-10 p.m. 80s Night Game Show MIDWAY 1-11 P.M. Ride bracelets $25 IN THE Half Fast at 9 p.m. BEER GARDEN 7:30 P.M.

62nd Annual Dubuque County Fair Page 18 July 28 through August 2, 2015 62nd Annual Dubuque County Fair Page 19 July 28 through August 2, 2015 SATURDAY, AUGUST 1 THEISEN S FAMILY DAY Grounds open at 8 a.m. 4-H Building: 10 a.m. - 7 p.m. Creative Arts Building: 10 a.m. - 7 p.m. Blain s Farm & Fleet Exhibit Hall: 12:30-9 p.m. 4-H/FFA EVENTS 9 a.m. Open Class Horse Show Open Class Dairy Show 9:15 a.m. Open Class Rabbit Show 1 p.m. Kiddie Calf Show 2 p.m. Fashion Revue and Clothing Selection ON THE MAINSTAGE JASON DERULO WITH SPECIAL GUEST LIZZO 8 P.M. PRESENTED BY EVENING EVENTS BREW THIS YEAR! DON T MISS THE BUDWEISER BREW MASTER TOUR! FEATURED ACTIVITIES 9 a.m. Barn Yard Charge Obstacle Race 10:30 a.m. Story Book Character Contest 1 p.m. Cell Phone Photo Walk Contest 5 p.m. Extreme Dance Team 6 p.m. Dubuque Dance Studio OTHER GROUNDS ACTIVITIES 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. Bingo 6 p.m. Dubuque Dance Studio 7-10 p.m. 80s Night Game Show MIDWAY NOON-11 P.M. Ride bracelets $25 IN THE BEER GARDEN Brews Brothers at 4 p.m. Menace at 9 p.m.

62nd Annual Dubuque County Fair Page 20 July 28 through August 2, 2015 62nd Annual Dubuque County Fair Page 21 July 28 through August 2, 2015 SUNDAY, AUGUST 2 CLOSING DAY Grounds open at 8 a.m. 4-H Building: Noon - 7 p.m. Creative Arts Building: 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. Blain s Farm & Fleet Exhibit Hall: 12:30-8 p.m. IN THE GRANDSTAND DEMOLITION DERBY EVENING EVENTS IMCA STOCK CAR RACES PLAYIN DIRTY! THE MUD VOLLEYBALL TOURNAMENT STARTS AT 9 A.M. NOON 6:30 P.M. FEATURED ACTIVITIES 10 a.m. Human Foosball Musical Chairs/ Freeze Dance Contest 1 p.m. Balloon Pop Contest 2 p.m. Open Class Beef Show BREW THIS YEAR! DON T MISS THE BUDWEISER BREW MASTER TOUR! 10 A.M. HUMAN FOOSBALL IN THE BEER GARDEN Fifth Fret at 10 a.m. Josie Wails at 3 p.m. Three on the Tree at 8 p.m. MIDWAY NOON-9 P.M. Ride bracelets $25

62nd Annual Dubuque County Fair Page 22 July 28 through August 2, 2015 62nd Annual Dubuque County Fair Page 23 July 28 through August 2, 2015 For 62 years, the Dubuque County Fair has been an event that brings families and friends together. Today, more than ever, the fair is an event that honors tradition while remaining current. It bridges the gap between rural and urban, old and new. It is familiar, yet unpredictably vibrant. It is alive and well. And, it wouldn t be possible without the support of so many individuals, businesses and organizations. PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS! PRESENTING SPONSOR: PLATINUM SPONSORS: JASON DERULO CONCERT SPONSOR: NTPA TRACTOR PULL GOLD SPONSOR: MEDIA SPONSORS: EXHIBIT HALL SPONSOR: QUEEN CONTEST: BIG-TOP SPONSOR: RACES PACE CAR: Tri-State Porta Potty, Inc. "Come Potty With Us!" KID S DAY GOLD SPONSOR:

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