With the help of sponsors, the State Fair is able to offer special days at the 2017 South Dakota State Fair.
Wednesday, Aug. 30, is Channel Seeds Preview Day. Gate entry is free on Preview Day to allow fairgoers a sneak peak of the fair. The Goldstar Amusements carnival will open at 5 p.m. and all rides will be $1 each. The Red Wilk Construction CBR Bull Bash kicks off the grandstand entertainment.
Thursday, Aug. 31, is Value Added Ag Day. South Dakota’s value added agriculture industry will be showcased at the day sponsor tent.
Friday, Sept. 1, is Prostrollo Motors Day. Fairgoers can stop by Prostrollo Motors on east Highway 14 in Huron prior to the fair to pick up a coupon for $1 off gate admission at the State Fair.
Saturday, Sept. 2, is South Dakota Farmers Union Day. The South Dakota Farmers Union will host events throughout the day including the annual Farmer’s Share Luncheon (limited number of meals available) located in the tent near the Freedom stage from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
The South Dakota Farmer’s Union will also host a Farm Bill panel to hear fairgoers’ concerns on the upcoming Farm Bill and other rural issues affecting the state.
Sunday, Sept. 3, is DPS Drive Safe SD/Fire Safety Day. The South Dakota Department of Public Safety will focus on two areas – responsible driving and fire safety.
Monday, Sept. 4, is Crowns and Capes Day. It’s a day for kids to test their skills in the penny drop game, explore the fairgrounds for a scavenger hunt, be a part of the Little Hands on the Farm learning experience, and meet real princesses and superheroes.
There are also plenty of opportunities to receive free or reduced gate entrances. A lucky few fairgoers entering the gates on Labor Day have the opportunity to get a ‘Pay it Forward’ pass granting them free entrance thanks to sponsors. Additionally, fairgoers who bring a non-perishable food item for the ‘Drive to End Hunger” between the hours of 7 a.m. and 10 a.m. will receive $2 off gate admission. Iverson’s will also have $3 off daily carnival ride wristband coupons at their fair booth.