Midland County Fair

Midland County Fair is West Texas fun at its finest—a 4-day blue-ribbon celebration filled with entertainment, community spirit and family fun for all ages.

Join us Aug 20-23, 2026. Thank you to our Presenting Sponsor: Petroplex SWD Systems Midland County Fair History

The Midland County Fair Conceptual Design Team was organized in June of 2009 and charged with the purpose of determining the feasibility of producing a quality county fair in Midland, TX. The committee was comprised of individuals with extensive experience in the areas of event manageme

nt, marketing, agriculture, creative arts and entertainment. Once a reasonable demand for the event was established, the team’s focus shifted to drafting a conceptual framework to produce a value driven event with sufficient drawing power to ensure customer satisfaction and ensure long-term financial success. The team’s scope of work initially revolved around establishing a solid foundation through the development of the
event’s mission, vision, core values, goals and objectives. The foundation serves to provide guidance and consistency in the determination of event policies and strategic planning and implementation. The conceptual design was completed in December of 2009 and the report submitted to the Midland County Commissioners for review and approval of upstart financial support. Midland County Fair Inc. was incorporated in August 2010 and its application for IRS 501(C) 4 nonprofit determination is currently under review. The Midland County Horseshoe Arena serves as the permanent venue for the fair. The Horseshoe complex is ideal due to its four performance venues--the Main Arena, the Education Building, the Live Stock Building, Outdoor Arena parking area and approximately 100 acres of surrounding grounds. The Fair dates were determined after extensive consideration of various factors including weather, avoiding conflicts with established events, and availability of competitors and attractions. The dates for the inaugural event were set for August 19-22, 2010. The conceptual design team consisted of Amber Bass, Mike Dooley, Tammy Dooley, Kodie Hoover, Zan Matthies, Rick Woody, and Jose “Bo” Zertuche. This group
subsequently served as the event management team. Why a Fair

Super-Sized Fun! Midland’s own Fair, a marvelous mix of education, entertainment and excitement for all ages offering Traditional family fun! That is the essence of county fairs. Attendance at 2010 Fairs “remained strong with a collective 43,087,296 people attending the biggest fairs throughout North America” Venues Today America’s Fair, Jan. 2011. Midland County Fair Goals “Reviving the Tradition”

Discontinued during tough economic times in the 1960’s, the aforementioned group proceeded to revive the old tradition with approval and assistance from Midland County, generous sponsors and devoted volunteers. The new fair cultivates and nurtures a cohesive spirit of community through a fun, high profile, high quality family event in a wholesome family environment. A ticket to the MCF is by far the best “value” for down-home family fun and entertainment in the area. “We want there to be so much to do with one ticket that fair-goers are overwhelmed.” Tammy Dooley, Midland County Fair Board Member. MCF’s focus is on youth and education, connecting urban to agriculture. Community Impact

The fair fulfills a community development aspect as a result of the unity and cohesiveness fostered through inclusivity on all levels from planning, implementation and attendance and the incorporation of multicultural activities and attractions. The Fair fulfills an economic development aspect through the attraction and infusion of visitor dollars. The economic impact each year will be tracked and calculated based on visitor dollar calculations and spending influx to the community. The Fair contributes to the Permian Basin’s quality of life. As the fair grows and generates profit, event proceeds will be allocated to enhance the hosting venue as well as to area youth educational scholarships. Management

The Midland County Fair Board of Directors drafts and approves the operating budget and the policies and procedures for the execution of the fair. Activity Directors develop the strategies and implement the plan to execute the four-day fair. The Midland County Fair Director is charged with planning, organization, coordination, promotion, documentation and reporting as well as co-facilitating meetings and day to day administrative responsibilities of the fair. The Midland County Fair Steering Committee meets monthly and consists of approximately 30 volunteers including MCF Board and Fair Activity Directors and consists of. Governing Fair Board of Directors
Jose “Bo” Zertuche – Chair
A. Zan Matthies Jr. PhD
John B. Love, III
Tammy L. Dooley

Fair Steering Committee:
Jose “Bo” Zertuche – Chair
Amber Bass
Michael R. Dooley, CFE
Tammy L. Dooley
Kodie Hoover
Dale Little
John B. Love, III
Zan Matthies Jr. PhD
Becca Saunders
Rick Woody
John Wojtkun

Along with numerous other Committee Members. Fair Volunteers
Volunteer and Planning Hours

The Fair takes months of planning and hours of volunteer support. In 2010, the board and activity directors devoted over 2275 volunteer hours towards the success of the fair. Additionally, citizens and organizations embrace the event and provide critical volunteer support during the planning process and week of the fair. In 2010 an estimated 100+ volunteers donated their time and talent and the number continues to grow as the fair becomes more visible. This endeavor would not be possible without their commitment and support. Immediately upon completion of the 2010 event, the fair board and steering committee met to document and compile data and begin planning for the 2011 fair.

08/11/2026

🚨LAST CALL!🚨 Get your entries in for the Creative Arts competition by this THURSDAY at NOON! 🕛✨ Don't miss your chance to showcase your talent! All Entries will earn a ribbon!🖼️

🖌️ Categories: Crafts & Hobbies, Culinary Arts, Fine Art, Photography, Tablescapes, and Quilts!

👉 Sign up and check out the details here: https://midlandcountyfair.com/attractions/creative-arts

🎨📸🍰

08/11/2026

🐾🌟Meet amazing animals at the Midland County Fair. Get up close with incredible creatures at Noah's Way Exotic Petting Zoo. From playful kangaroos to curious lemurs, it's a hands-on experience the whole family will love. Don't miss it, August 20th to 23rd at the Midland County Horseshoe. , , , .

08/08/2026

🎤 Congratulations to our Spin & Sing Karaoke Finalists! 🎤

What a night! Thursday’s preliminary round brought incredible talent to the stage and the competition was fierce.

Congratulations to the contestants advancing to the Spin & Sing Karaoke Competition Finals at the Midland County Fair!

YOUTH FINALISTS
⭐ Melanie Friesen
⭐ Brianna Enns
⭐ Logan Bredimus
⭐ Molly Bredimus
⭐ Zailynn Zubia
⭐ Aiden Rodriguez
⭐ Alfonso Villarreal Jr.

ADULT FINALISTS
⭐ Albert Hall
⭐ Thalita Silva
⭐ Cristian Pérez
⭐ Danielle Pauli
⭐ Justin Hernandez
⭐ Marty Crocker
⭐ Camille Shuey
⭐ Heather Bredimus

ADULT ALTERNATES
⭐ Justin Wilson
⭐ Brittany Woody

A special thank you to Mac's BBQ & Catering - Midland, TX for hosting our preliminary round and providing the perfect venue for our contestants, families and friends to gather and cheer them on!

Thank you to our judges — Sergio Tarin, Ivan Borrego and David Balerio — for sharing their time and expertise and DJ James Boogie and emcee Alex for keeping the music, energy, and competition moving throughout the night.

Most of all, thank you to every contestant who stepped up to the mic. You brought the talent, personality and energy that made Spin & Sing such a great night.

📍 Catch the Spin & Sing Karaoke Competition Finals Thursday, Aug 20 at the Midland County Fair, presented by Petroplex SWD Systems, at the Midland County Horseshoe! Come cheer on our finalists as they as they compete for the Top 4, the Top 2, and ultimately, the Spin & Sing championship! 🏆🎶

And if you’re ready to take your own turn at the mic, join us for Open Karaoke Friday, Aug. 21 from 5–9 PM at the Fair!

08/08/2026

🎉 Save Time - Skip the Line! 🎟️ Don't waste time waiting in line for tickets! Get yours in advance at 👉 midlandcountyfair.com!

08/06/2026

🎉🐑Think you've got what it takes to hang on? Come join the fun during bull riding intermissions on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday nights, plus Sunday afternoon during the Charreada!

🌟 Kids ages 7 and under, weighing 50 lbs or less, can test their rodeo spirit by holding on to a galloping sheep!

🏅 Champions each session win a shiny championship buckle!

🚨 Only the first 10 eligible kids to sign up at each session will compete—first come, first served! Be sure to arrive early! Learn more at midlandcountyfair.com

08/05/2026

🌟🐾 **Join Us for the FaFa-Doption Live Art Contest & Great Big Animal Adoption Event!** 🐾🌟

🎨✨ Sponsored by FaFa Gallery, this amazing event brings art and animal advocacy together at the Midland County Fair! Watch as talented artists create original masterpieces featuring animals in need of adoption from local shelters and rescue agencies. 🐶🐱

💰🎉 With five $500 prizes, a $2,500 grand prize, and a $100 bonus for any artist whose featured animal finds a loving home, you won’t want to miss this inspiring celebration of creativity and compassion!

All artists are welcome, but pre-registration is required. The deadline for entry is August 16. Walk-up entry is not allowed. midlandcountyfair.com/attractions/fafa-doption-live-art-contest ❤️🏡 Let's help pets find their forever homes while enjoying incredible art! 🎉🐾💖

07/31/2026

🎤✨ Join us for a spectacular evening where local talent of all ages takes center stage! From mesmerizing singing and dancing to unique specialty acts, this fun-filled event is a celebration of creativity, energy, and the vibrant spirit of our community. 🎶💃 Come out to support your friends, family, and neighbors as they showcase their incredible skills for an unforgettable night full of heart and talent! 🌟🙌 (Ages 5 & Up)
To be considered for the talent show, click the link below👇!
https://midlandcountyfair.com/attractions/community-talent-showcase

A big thank you to our presenting sponsor, Petroplex SWD Systems!

07/30/2026

Congratulations to our three talented Pie Baking Preliminary winners: Colton Finch, Leslie Coots, and Bailey Dunston!

A big thank you to all of the bakers who participated and shared their talents with us this past Saturday!

Colton, Leslie, and Bailey will advance to the Pie Baking Competition Final on Saturday, August 22, from 2:30–3:00 PM at the Midland County Fair. Be sure to stop by and cheer on your favorite baker!

07/29/2026

🎤 Today is the last day! Throw your name into the ring for the Spin & Sing Karaoke Competition! 🎶 Contestants will compete in two age categories: Youth (ages 5-14) and Teens & Adults (ages 15+), with $300 in prize money awarded to the first-place winner in each category. 🥇 Second-place winners will also receive non-cash prizes. 🎁 Only 15 contestants in each age category will be selected to compete in the preliminaries. The preliminaries will be Aug 6th at Mac's BBQ, so sign up now! Click this link to enter the Karaoke Competition! https://app.smartsheet.com/.../01980fae13f17cc9800b009ea0... Deadline is July 29th! 👉 🎤✨

🎤 Now is the time to throw your name into the ring for the Spin & Sing Karaoke Competition! 🎶 Contestants will compete in two age categories: Youth (ages 5-14) and Teens & Adults (ages 15+), with $300 in prize money awarded to the first-place winner in each category. 🥇 Second-place winners will also receive non-cash prizes. 🎁 Only 15 contestants in each age category will be selected to compete in the preliminaries. Bring your best vocals, win over the judges, and captivate the crowd for a shot at top honors. 🌟 Don’t miss your chance to sing under the spotlight! The preliminaries will be Aug 6th at Mac's BBQ, so sign up now! Click this link to enter the Karaoke Competition! https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/01980fae13f17cc9800b009ea0ad50cb Deadline is July 29th! 👉 🎤✨

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Midland

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http://www.midlandcountyfair.com/

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2514 Arena Trail
Midland, TX
79701

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