A 9-piece event band (with horns!) playing Classic Rock - Funk - Top 40 and more. This a rockin’ act you won’t want to miss!
The Porter County Fair and ABP Rodeo Productions presents professional, fast-paced, competition rodeo. Enjoy Bareback Bronc Riding, Bull Riding, Cowgirl’s Barrel Racing, Saddle Bronc Riding, Steer Wrestling, and Team Roping. There are dangerous sports, but none that match a human competitor with an animal possessing superior physical strength and a spirit to match that of his human rival. A show that is certain to keep you on the edge of your seats.
Free with General Admission
“The Memories” are a Wisconsin-based duo made up of Warren Petryk and Tim Stevens and are returning to perform at the Porter County Fair for the first time since 2017. For over five decades, their shows have become synonymous with delivering not just great music, but an experience brimming with laughter and nostalgia.
Awards are presented to youth who won additional accolades once their meat was processed.
The Strolling Piano is a unique concept in the world of musical entertainment, this piano and singer on wheels will serenade you as you stroll along the fairgrounds.
Catch The Strolling Piano rolling around the grounds at 4 PM, 5:30 PM, 6:45 PM, and 8:15 PM!
Hannah is a local singer/songwriter who sings country songs. See her at The Pavilion!
Brace yourself for non-stop laughs and jaw-dropping stunts with Roberto the Magnificent! This comedy stunt sensation wows crowds of all ages by juggling flaming torches, sharp knives, spinning hand saws, riding towering unicycles and industrial-strength pogo sticks—all while delivering lightning-fast one-liners. His high-energy, interactive performance is action-packed and family-friendly, with multiple daily shows so there's always a chance to catch the fun. Don’t miss the chance to see him spring into action—he’s guaranteed to leave you rolling in the aisles!
See Roberto the Magnificent at 3:30 PM, 6:30 PM, and 8:00 PM!
Eliana Weston is a girl from small-town Indiana with a big sound! Join her at The Pavilion for her rendition of some of country's greatest hits, and newest sounds.
Hold onto your hats—Fearless Flores is coming in hot! This tenth-generation daredevil family brings edge-of-your-seat entertainment with the legendary Globe of Death, where fearless riders tear around inside a massive steel sphere. They'll also wow you with the Wheel of Destiny, a death-defying aerial act spinning in full circles, and the breakaway Aerial Swaypole, showcasing jaw-dropping balance high above the ground. Don’t miss this unforgettable thrill that’s been lighting up fairs (and impressing AGT fans!) all across America.
See Fearless Flores at 2:30 PM, 5:30 PM, and 8:30 PM!
The Banana Derby features adorable Capuchin monkeys dressed like jockeys zipping around the track atop speedy dogs in a series of light-hearted races. With multiple rounds and audience participation, this feel-good spectacle never fails to bring big laughs and even bigger smiles. It’s a must-see for anyone seeking a quirky, family-friendly moment that’s totally bananas!
See Banana Derby shows at 2:00 PM, 5:00 PM, and 7:30 PM!
Hannah is a local singer/songwriter who sings country songs. See her at The Pavilion!
This show will take you on a journey back in time to see live dinosaurs, cavemen performers doing acrobatic and aerial stunts, juggling, audience participation and so much more! This show will give everyone something to roar about!
See The Stone Age show at 1:30 PM, 4:30 PM, and 8:00 PM!
Sponsored by Sunshine Community Center Network
Individuals with special needs and a companion are invited to ride the carnival rides for free from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM in a sensory-friendly environment where the lights will be dimmed and sound reduced.
The Wheels of Agriculture is an audience interactive game show which takes place on a stage. The format is trivia based game play in which the person who can answer a randomly selected question gains points. The questions are primarily agricultural based and include topics such as: Local Agriculture, Animals, Plants, Food Groups, Farm and barnyard, music and other sounds.
See The Wheels of Agriculture Game Show at 1:00 PM, 4:00 PM, and 7:00 PM!
Free with General Admission
Ashlyn is Country Music’s newest up-and-coming artist! You won’t want to miss her incredible performance on the Fair stage. She performs covers of country’s greatest hits as well as some of her own songs!
The Wild World of Animals Show was voted one of the top five Edu/tainment shows in the world in 2007 by the International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions. They have performed coast to coast, and are always well-received by children and adults alike.
The show entails about 13 different animals ranging from reptiles, birds and mammals. The lineup is very diverse, mirroring one of the themes of the show: the importance of all animals. The show is fast-paced and has a great balance of fun and facts, which is sure to hold everyone’s attention.
Catch Wild World of Animals at 12:30 PM, 3:00 PM, and 6:00 PM!
The Goat Island Petting Zoo is a fun-filled all-day attraction for the entire family! Complete with an interactive petting zoo, fair-goers can also watch goats play on towers, crow’s nest, and bridges. The colorful, eye-catching display is complete with the professional lighting and the quality sound your fair or festival is looking for.
Watch talented 4‑H youth showcase their horsemanship skills as they lead and ride their ponies through English-style competition in the Horse Arena.
See where the bacon comes from at the Market Swine Show! Judged on the anatomic structure and muscular, this little piggy is ready to go to market!
Eliana Weston is a girl from small-town Indiana with a big sound! Join her at the Park Place Pavillion for her rendition of some of country's greatest hits, and newest sounds.
Rap enthusiasts, it's your moment! Acclaimed music legend, Nelly, is coming to the Porter County Fair this summer. Starting his musical journey in 1993 with the Midwest hip hop group, St. Lunatics, Nelly's breakout came with the release of 'Country Grammar' in 2000. Not only did it dominate the Billboard Top 200 for seven weeks, but it also produced major hits like “Ride Wit Me”, “Country Grammar”, and “E.I”. This album alone garnered Nelly four Grammy Award nominations and sold over nine million copies worldwide. Nelly didn't stop there, keeping the hits coming with 'Nellyville'. This album stormed the charts, winning Nelly his first two Grammy Awards for “Hot in Here” and “Dilemma” [feat. Kelly Rowland]. It also achieved 6x multi-platinum status. Beyond the Grammy's, Nelly has won multiple American Music Awards, a Nickelodeon Kids’ Choice Award, Soul Train Music Awards, and MTV Video Music Awards. Billboard even named him “Top Pop, Rap, and R&B/Hip-Hop Artist of The Year”. With over 21 million albums sold in the United States, Nelly is ranked as the fourth best-selling rap artist in American music history by the RIAA. Don't miss out on the chance to see this music industry titan perform live. Grab your Nelly concert tickets today!
PIT $55.00
Standing Only in front of stage
No chairs, strollers, blankets, bottles, or cans are allowed in Pit.
VIP $50.00
Reserved Seating behind Pit
TRACK $40.00
Reserved Seating behind the VIP Section
GRANDSTAND $35.00
Reserved Seating in the Grandstand
9-piece event band (with horns!) playing Classic Rock - Funk - Top 40 and more. This a rockin’ act you won’t want to miss!
Join us for the Gilt show… Ladies night in the show arena! Gilts, unbred females, are shown by 4-H members and judged for characteristics related to possible traits to breed into next generation as the judge is watching how the showman interacts with their animal.
The Strolling Piano is a unique concept in the world of musical entertainment, this piano and singer on wheels will serenade you as you stroll along the fairgrounds.
Catch The Strolling Piano rolling around the grounds at 4 PM, 5:30 PM, 6:45 PM, and 8:15 PM!
When Roberto the Magnificent explodes onto the stage be ready for an action-packed performance that highlights his unique variety of cirque-style skills that include riding very tall unicycles and industrial strength pogo sticks, juggling super sharp knives and flaming torches and spinning hand saws, all while keeping the audience engaged and laughing.
Roberto the Magnificent's Crazy Comedy Stunt Show is appealing to adults and children alike!
See him perform at 3:30 PM, 6:30 PM, and 8 PM!
Ashlyn is Country Music’s newest up-and-coming artist! You won’t want to miss her incredible performance on the Fair stage. She performs covers of country’s greatest hits as well as some of her own songs!
Meet Gizmo! He’s a roaming robot who can’t wait to meet you at the fair! Gizmo will be around the grounds, and you never know where you’ll see him. He sings, tells jokes, and more!
Find Gizmo roaming around the fairgrounds at 2:30 PM, 5 PM, and 7 PM!
Watch the daring Flores family perform in their various sky-defying acts! From motorcycle madness in the “Globe of Death”, heart stopping action 30’ in the air on the Wheel of Destiny, or the jaw-dropping balance high above the ground on the Aerial Swaypole, you are sure to be on the edge of your seat as they perform!
See them perform at 2:30 PM, 5:30 PM, and 8:30 PM!
This will definitely quack you up! You can't watch a duck race without smiling. The Great American Duck Race features live Mallard ducks raced on a water track. You may be one of the lucky ones chosen to hold and release one of the world's fastest mallards into it's racing lane. Prizes are awarded to all winners.
See them perform at 2:05 PM, 3:35 PM, 5:05 PM, and 7:30 PM!
This show will take you on a journey back in time to see live dinosaurs, cavemen performers doing acrobatic and aerial stunts, juggling, audience participation and so much more! This show will give everyone something to roar about!
See them perform at 1:30 PM, 4:30 PM, and 8 PM!
