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July 10-16, 2026

Livestock Shows

Discover the Cattle, Sheep, Swine & More Presented at Marion County Fair

Agriculture is a key industry in Marion County. Our livestock show is meant to present the best livestock the county has to offer, celebrating the hard work of 4-H and FFA kids. The Marion County Fair offers livestock shows for cattle, sheep, swine, horses, rabbits, poultry, and so much more.

General Livestock Show Information

Get everything you need to know about ID deadlines, animal entry requirements, deadlines, weigh-ins, and more.

2026 Fair Rules   

ID Days

Sheep & Goat
May 6, 2026 | 9 am - 11 am
at Marion County Fairgounds
Animal ID
May 15, 2026
4H Online

Breeding Beef, Prospect Calf, Bucket Bottle Calf/Goat/Sheep, Cow/Calf Pair, Dairy Cattle, Dogs, Dairy Goat, Meat Goat, Horse, Sheep, Pet, Rabbit, & Swine

Mandatory Poultry ID/PT Testing
June 16&18, 2026 | 5pm-7pm
at Extension Office
Livestock Entries on Fair Entry
June 15th 
Dyer Hudson Entries to Fair Entry
July 7, 2026 | Noon
Marion County Cooking Day
July 6, 2026
at Extension Office
Communications / Clothing Day
July 6, 2026

Watch the Marion County Livestock Shows for 2026

Livestream link will be available here closer to fair time!

Bring Your Friends & Family For a Fun-Filled Time at the Marion County Fair

For more details and fair office information, get in touch with us today.