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Jimmy Holmes is an award-winning World Champion Elvis Tribute Artist from Demotte, Indiana. He has traveled across the USA and abroad showcasing his authentic tribute to the King. Attendees are left mesmerized by his ability to embody Elvis in the early 1970s. He has taken the Elvis industry by storm with his attention to detail and show-stopping performances leading to offers from promoters worldwide, citing his unique ability to create an illusion of Elvis like none other. He has won numerous awards in the ETA industry including the 2023 Images of the King World Championship Trophy in Memphis, TN, and the Dream King Trophy on Elvis' stage at the Westgate in Las Vegas. Jimmy considers it an honor and a dream come true to be able to travel the world paying tribute to the greatest entertainer of all time.

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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.

See Eliana perform today at 3:45-4:30 PM and 9-9:45 PM!

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South Lake Martial Arts is excited to showcase the fun side of martial arts through a 10-minute taekwondo exhibition show.

Their performance incorporates a variety of demonstrations, including forms, punching, and kicking techniques. The routines are specifically designed to captivate and engage the audience, particularly younger spectators, as they take pride in being a kid-friendly group as our performers are kids as well.

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Enjoy the sounds of Accapella singing group, Noteworthy!

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Kenny Ahern is your favorite family entertainer! Kenny’s show features comedy antics, hilarious physical comedy, and fun audience play! Kenny shares a captivating performance style that brings physical comedy, improvisation, music, dance, circus/theater arts, audience play, and heartwarming charm into play. It is entertainment that defies time. Watching Kenny's show, you will laugh, snort, guffaw, and experience a joyful sense of community that will have you wishing for more. He is the perfect choice to bring unforgettable, fun, and lasting memories to your audience.

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If you haven't stuffed donuts in your mouth under a time constraint, then you haven't lived! It's no wonder then that we have no problem finding people who want to compete to see who can eat the most donuts in one sitting. Join in on the eating fun if you want to beat last year's donut-eating champion.

10 participants per age group:
8-12 years old (3-minute time limit)
13-16 years old (3-minute time limit)
17-19 years old (3-minute time limit)
20 and up (extra-space, 3-minute time limit)

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Take a trip down memory lane with Chicagoland's wackiest and most notorious cast of characters, playing all the best pop dance favorites form the last four decades.

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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.

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Inspired by Dave Matthews Band, John Mayer, Phish, and others, his sound isn't singular. Whether you want to chill or stomp to the beat, Frank's got a sound that can reach anybody.

Since 2013, Frank Ruvoli has been strumming his guitar at several NWI restaurants and bars and playing festivals and college campuses. His first album, Places I’ve been, debuted in August of 2016. He recorded, mixed, and mastered all the songs on the album. And as if that weren’t enough, he played every instrument.  

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Kenny Ahern is your favorite family entertainer! Kenny’s show features comedy antics, hilarious physical comedy, and fun audience play! Kenny shares a captivating performance style that brings physical comedy, improvisation, music, dance, circus/theater arts, audience play, and heartwarming charm into play. It is entertainment that defies time. Watching Kenny's show, you will laugh, snort, guffaw, and experience a joyful sense of community that will have you wishing for more. He is the perfect choice to bring unforgettable, fun, and lasting memories to your audience.

See Kenny perform today at 12-12:30 PM, 2-2:30 PM, and 4-4:30 PM!

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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.

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For the past several years, The Feudin' Hillbillys have taken their unique sound all over the Midwest, opening up for the likes of Luke Bryan, Neal McCoy, Montgomery Gentry, Mark Chestnut, Tracy Lawrence, Diamond Rio, and several other artists. Our style and professionalism are unmatched.

You’ll enjoy quite a bit of country with a little pop, some classic rock and 80's favorites along with a touch of funk, will keep the crowd entertained for hours! 

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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!

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Inspired by Dave Matthews Band, John Mayer, Phish, and others, his sound isn't singular. Whether you want to chill or stomp to the beat, Frank's got a sound that can reach anybody.

Since 2013, Frank Ruvoli has been strumming his guitar at several NWI restaurants and bars and playing festivals and college campuses. His first album, Places I’ve been, debuted in August of 2016. He recorded, mixed, and mastered all the songs on the album. And as if that weren’t enough, he played every instrument.  

See Frank & Brian perform today at 1:45-2:30 PM, and 8-8:45 PM!

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Hannah is a local singer/songwriter who sings country songs. See her on the Park Place Pavillion Free Stage!

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Kenny Ahern is your favorite family entertainer! Kenny’s show features comedy antics, hilarious physical comedy, and fun audience play! Kenny shares a captivating performance style that brings physical comedy, improvisation, music, dance, circus/theater arts, audience play, and heartwarming charm into play. It is entertainment that defies time. Watching Kenny's show, you will laugh, snort, guffaw, and experience a joyful sense of community that will have you wishing for more. He is the perfect choice to bring unforgettable, fun, and lasting memories to your audience.

See Kenny perform today from 12-12:30, and 2:45-3:15!

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'The Essence of Elvis Show' is an authentic and respectful portrayal of Elvis Presley's dynamic live performances. With years of studying Elvis, Curt has won many aways for his talent of mastering the voice, moves, and mannerism of the "World's Greatest Entertainer". 

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The Porter County Fair is honored to host Veterans Day again at the fair. Veterans and military personnel are invited to visit the fair for free on Wednesday, July 24. Plus, we will have Veteran-related services set up in the Park Place Pavilion from 5-7, and a performance by the Valparaiso Community Band at 6PM. Then at 7 PM, our featured Speaker Vince Lusk will take the stage!

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Come and watch this community band perform a classical music concert, from traditional marches to soundtrack favorites to the opuses of classical masters.

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Inspired by Dave Matthews Band, John Mayer, Phish, and others, his sound isn't singular. Whether you want to chill or stomp to the beat, Frank's got a sound that can reach anybody.

Since 2013, Frank Ruvoli has been strumming his guitar at several NWI restaurants and bars and playing festivals and college campuses. His first album, Places I’ve been, debuted in August of 2016. He recorded, mixed, and mastered all the songs on the album. And as if that weren’t enough, he played every instrument.  

Free with General Admission

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.

Free with General Admission

Kenny Ahern is your favorite family entertainer! Kenny’s show features comedy antics, hilarious physical comedy, and fun audience play! Kenny shares a captivating performance style that brings physical comedy, improvisation, music, dance, circus/theater arts, audience play, and heartwarming charm into play. It is entertainment that defies time. Watching Kenny's show, you will laugh, snort, guffaw, and experience a joyful sense of community that will have you wishing for more. He is the perfect choice to bring unforgettable, fun, and lasting memories to your audience.

See Kenny perform today from 2-2:30 PM and 5-5:30 PM!

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Living Proof is the premiere party band that has opened for legendary acts, including Morris Day & The Time, Earth Wind & Fire, KC & The Sunshine Band and Chicago. The band was voted Indy's best cover band by NUVO ​and was a featured act in the 2012 Super Bowl Village!

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Hannah is a local singer/songwriter who sings country songs. See her on the Park Place Pavillion Free Stage!

See Hannah perform today at 1:30-2:15 PM and 4-4:45 PM!

Free with General Admission

Inspired by Dave Matthews Band, John Mayer, Phish, and others, his sound isn't singular. Whether you want to chill or stomp to the beat, Frank's got a sound that can reach anybody.

Since 2013, Frank Ruvoli has been strumming his guitar at several NWI restaurants and bars and playing festivals and college campuses. His first album, Places I’ve been, debuted in August of 2016. He recorded, mixed, and mastered all the songs on the album. And as if that weren’t enough, he played every instrument.  

See Frank & Brian perform today at 12:45-1:30 PM and 3:15-4 PM!

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Kenny Ahern is your favorite family entertainer! Kenny’s show features comedy antics, hilarious physical comedy, and fun audience play! Kenny shares a captivating performance style that brings physical comedy, improvisation, music, dance, circus/theater arts, audience play, and heartwarming charm into play. It is entertainment that defies time. Watching Kenny's show, you will laugh, snort, guffaw, and experience a joyful sense of community that will have you wishing for more. He is the perfect choice to bring unforgettable, fun, and lasting memories to your audience.

See Kenny perform today at 12-12:30 PM, and 2:30-3 PM!

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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.

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9-piece event band (with horns!) playing Classic Rock - Funk - Top 40 and more. This a rockin’ act you won’t want to miss!

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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!

Free with General Admission

Inspired by Dave Matthews Band, John Mayer, Phish, and others, his sound isn't singular. Whether you want to chill or stomp to the beat, Frank's got a sound that can reach anybody.

Since 2013, Frank Ruvoli has been strumming his guitar at several NWI restaurants and bars and playing festivals and college campuses. His first album, Places I’ve been, debuted in August of 2016. He recorded, mixed, and mastered all the songs on the album. And as if that weren’t enough, he played every instrument.  

See Frank & Brian perform today from 1:30-2:15 PM and 9-9:45 PM!