As the 98th Annual Graham County Fair draws near, the anticipation is in the air! This year's theme, "Pumpkins, Pies, and Autumn Skies," sets the stage for an unforgettable celebration of community spirit and local talent. From the highly anticipated Main Street Parade to the thrilling carnival rides and live music acts, this year’s fair promises something special for every visitor. With local favorites like the Zaylie Windsor Band and exciting performances from Kids In America and AZ/DZ, it's the perfect blend of nostalgia and new experiences. Check out the full schedule below, and get ready to immerse yourself in the vibrant energy of the Gila Valley’s biggest event of the year!
Wednesday, October 9, 2024
- 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM – All Departments Receiving (Not Livestock)
Thursday, October 10, 2024
- 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM – Judging
- 4:30 PM – Market Show (Lamb, Swine after, followed by Steers)
- 5:00 PM – Fair/Exhibit Buildings Open
- 5:00 PM – Beer Tent Opens
- 5:00 PM – Rising Star Competition Begins (Instrumental & Band)
- 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM – Zaylie Windsor Band (Main Stage)
- 6:00 PM - 11:00 PM – Carnival Rides Open
- 7:15 PM - 8:00 PM – Dangerously Fun Juggling by James Reid (Bandshell)
- 8:30 PM - 10:30 PM – Kids In America: Totally 80's Tribute Band (Main Stage)
- 10:00 PM – Exhibit Buildings Close
- 11:00 PM – Fair Closes
Friday, October 11, 2024
- 8:00 AM – Showmanship (Swine, followed by Lambs, Steers, and Round Robin)
- 8:30 AM – Parade Lineup Begins
- 10:00 AM – Parade Begins
- 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM – Fair Luncheon (Invite Only, General Services Building)
- 12:00 PM – Fair/Exhibit Buildings Open
- 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM – Bo Tidla (Bandshell)
- 1:00 PM - 11:00 PM – Carnival Rides Open
- 1:00 PM – Safford Dance Academy (Bandshell)
- 1:00 PM – Rising Star Competition Begins (Dance & Gymnastics)
- 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM – Notes From Neptune (Main Stage)
- 4:00 PM - 4:30 PM – Dangerously Fun Juggling by James Reid (Bandshell)
- 4:45 PM – Extreme Martial Arts (Bandshell)
- 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM – Take Cover! (Main Stage)
- 7:15 PM – Safford Cheer (Bandshell)
- 8:30 PM - 10:30 PM – AZ/DZ: The Ultimate AC/DC Experience (Main Stage)
- 10:00 PM – Exhibit Buildings Close
- 11:00 PM – Fair Closes
Saturday, October 12, 2024
- 8:00 AM – Fair 5K Begins (Ballfield Concession Stand)
- 8:00 AM – Disc Golf Tournament Begins (Hole 1)
- 10:00 AM – Fair Opens
- 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM – Dangerously Fun Juggling by James Reid (Bandshell)
- 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM – Fair Games (Bandshell)
- 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM – Bo Tidla (Bandshell)
- 1:00 PM – Carnival Rides Open
- 1:00 PM - 3:30 PM – Zaylie Windsor Band (Main Stage)
- 2:30 PM - 3:15 PM – Dangerously Fun Juggling by James Reid (Bandshell)
- 4:00 PM – Jr. Livestock Auction
- 5:00 PM – Cornhole Tournament Begins (Beer Garden)
- 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM – Radio Ready Band (Main Stage)
- 7:00 PM - 7:45 PM – Dangerously Fun Juggling by James Reid (Bandshell)
- 8:30 PM - 10:30 PM – One Drop Redemption: Tribute to Bob Marley & The Wailers (Main Stage)
- 10:00 PM – Exhibit Buildings Close
- 11:00 PM – Fair Closes
Sunday, October 13, 2024
- 12:00 PM – Fair/Exhibit Buildings Open
- 12:00 PM – Carnival Rides Open
- 4:00 PM – Exhibit Buildings Close
- 5:00 PM – Carnival Closes
- 5:00 PM – Conclusion of the 98th Annual Graham County Fair
