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Douglas County Fair
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Liberty First Credit Union Arena, Ralston, NE
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7/17/2026
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About this event
Join us for Fun for the whole family at the Liberty First Credit Union Arena located in Ralston, NE.
Explore our educational exhibits, enjoy delicious food, and create unforgettable memories with the whole family!
What you need to know:
* Free Entry!
* Free Parking!
* Animal Zone
* Educational Exhibits
* Stage Demonstrations
* Vendor Show
* Static Exhibits
Agenda
## Schedule of Events
### [PDF
Schedule](https://www.douglascountyfair.org/_files/ugd/813d98_35be1cfa13664c4192f35d339ebd87fc.pdf)
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## Vendor Show
The Vendor Show runs the entire time of the fair with vendors spanning countless categories. There is truly something for everyone! Apply to be a vendor at the below link.
[Vendor Application
](https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSer2b2tE2z9F61lb-
Ug7_wuafn7fCMBugkXIw5AxmUDN4zkdg/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=105767943892624967026)
## Entry Information
2026 General Rules & Regulations
The following general rules and regulations apply to the Open Class Departments. Additional rules specific to the individual departments are found in the respective entry sections. It is the responsibility of each exhibitor to be familiar with these rules and regulations.
[Read More
](https://www.douglascountyfair.org/_files/ugd/813d98_7fcb5b2d21d34ad49258871001454cd8.pdf)
2026 Livestock Rules & Regulations
The following livestock rules and regulations apply to the Open Class Departments. Additional rules specific to the individual departments are found in the respective entry sections. It is the responsibility of each exhibitor to be familiar with these rules and regulations.
[Click Here
](https://www.douglascountyfair.org/_files/ugd/813d98_519987c048c74785889916fb37cdea33.pdf)
Youth Open Class Swine
Show: Saturday, July 18, 2026 10:00 am
Entry Fees: Entry fees and showmanship are both FREE - All entries will be done day of show.
Check In: Saturday, July 18, 2026 8:30 am - 9:30 am
[Entry Information
](https://www.douglascountyfair.org/_files/ugd/813d98_11cb6b0378134b11b0e1e6388f6d656e.pdf)
Youth Open Class Sheep
Show: Saturday, July 18, 2026 1:00 pm
Entry Fees: Entry fees and showmanship are both FREE - All entries will be done day of show.
Check In: Saturday, July 18, 2026 11:00 am - 12:30 pm
[Entry Information
](https://www.douglascountyfair.org/_files/ugd/813d98_c3064855ce5449d69d94831c08d7e513.pdf)
Youth Open Class Goat
Show: Saturday, July 18, 2026 3:00 pm
Entry Fees: Entry fees and showmanship are both FREE - All entries will be done day of show.
Check In: Saturday, July 18, 2026 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm
[Entry Information
](https://www.douglascountyfair.org/_files/ugd/813d98_c44052c6fa8b49e5b3042ee0614dd21a.pdf)
Youth Open Class Rabbit
Show: Sunday, July 19, 2026 10:00am
Entry Fees: Entry fees and showmanship are both FREE - All entries will be done day of show.
Check In: Sunday, July 19, 2026 8:30 am - 9:30 am
[Entry Information
](https://www.douglascountyfair.org/_files/ugd/813d98_1ff8cfdf670f4f9caf89fe09a483bada.pdf)
Youth Open Class Poultry
Show: Sunday, July 19, 2026 1:00 pm or following the rabbit show
Entry Fees: Entry fees and showmanship are both FREE - All entries will be done day of show.
Check In: Sunday, July 19, 2026 11:00 am - 12:30 pm
[Entry Information
](https://www.douglascountyfair.org/_files/ugd/813d98_42fb50c1706b4b5ca3f28e54bff29632.pdf)
## Open Class Static Exhibits - 2026 information
#### Produce & Flowers
Entry Delivery: Friday, July 17, 4:00-7:00pm
Show Times Open to Public:
Saturday: July 18, 2026 10:00 am -6:00 pm
Sunday: July 19, 2026 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
[Entry Information
](https://www.douglascountyfair.org/_files/ugd/813d98_5cfeafa776c24bfeaf06b6839ed9b90a.pdf)
#### Textile Arts
Entry Delivery: Friday, July 17, 4:00-7:00pm
Show Times Open to Public:
Saturday: July 18, 2026 10:00 am -6:00 pm
Sunday: July 19, 2026 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
[Entry Information
](https://www.douglascountyfair.org/_files/ugd/813d98_9cc1469403b847df8d53113622064a5a.pdf)
#### Visual Arts
Entry Delivery: Friday, July 17, 4:00-7:00pm
Show Times Open to Public:
Saturday: July 18, 2026 10:00 am -6:00 pm
Sunday: July 19, 2026 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
[Entry Information
](https://www.douglascountyfair.org/_files/ugd/813d98_451c7453916d4f078c923f13a1314b2b.pdf)
#### 2026 Static Exhibit ENTRY FORM!
Please find the digital copy of the Static Exhibit entry form below. We recommend bringing these filled out to entry on Friday, July 17, 4:00pm-7:00pm.
[Entry Form Here
](https://www.douglascountyfair.org/_files/ugd/813d98_2f022a20e39f44cb9225a51eaae8f633.pdf)
#### Food
Entry Delivery: Friday, July 17, 4:00-7:00pm
Show Times Open to Public:
Saturday: July 18, 2026 10:00 am -6:00 pm
Sunday: July 19, 2026 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
[Entry Information
](https://www.douglascountyfair.org/_files/ugd/813d98_e44edd0a013b4ef8b9512747727e02b5.pdf)
#### Quilts
Entry Delivery: Friday, July 17, 4:00-7:00pm
Show Times Open to Public:
Saturday: July 18, 2026 10:00 am -6:00 pm
Sunday: July 19, 2026 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
[Entry Information
](https://www.douglascountyfair.org/_files/ugd/813d98_9834a9e0385a4b3090884a7d9b8116df.pdf)
#### Photography
Entry Delivery: Friday, July 17, 4:00-7:00pm
Show Times Open to Public:
Saturday: July 18, 2026 10:00 am -6:00 pm
Sunday: July 19, 2026 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
[Entry Information
](https://www.douglascountyfair.org/_files/ugd/813d98_7f23301b7b1c41658376a72a5b5f8151.pdf)
#### 250th Anniversary of America Fair Book
To celebrate America's 250th Anniversary, the Douglas County Fair is offering special patriotic classes across all static exhibit departments. Exhibitors can enter their items in a regular class and also "double enter" the same item into a corresponding anniversary class, as long as it reflects an American or patriotic theme.
[Entry Information
](https://www.douglascountyfair.org/_files/ugd/813d98_b884504a5ecd44ec888a2b731f7dc970.pdf)
## Our Sponsors
Sponsors
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