The 99th Annual Campbell County Fair 2019 celebrates a new generation of agriculture by promoting education and community involvement through quality entertainment in a family-friendly environment. Enjoy livestock shows, lots of free entertainment from Twinkle Time to turkey races and Kachunga the Alligator Wrestler, and great ticketed events including Ranch Rodeo Thursday, Aug. 1 and Octane Addictions Big Air at the Fair Saturday, Aug. 3! If you’re looking for things to do in Campbell County this summer, start at the 2019 Campbell County Fair at Cam-Plex July 26 through Aug. 4 in Gillette, Wyoming.
All Aboard
All Aboard trackless train travels the fairgrounds, departing from The Plaza, providing rides for people of all ages in comfort and style with a highly trained conductor to keep fairgoers, young and old, entertained and informed.
When:
Wednesday, July 31st from 12-6p
Thursday, August 1st from 12-6p
Friday, August 2nd from 12-6p
Saturday, August 3rd from 12-6p
Bubble Tower/Stilt Party
Bubbles flying everywhere, children chasing them, while others try their luck on a variety of stilts! What could be more fun? Don’t miss the return of the 14-foot, solar-powered Bubble Tower and Stilt Party in The Plaza.
When:
Wednesday, July 31st from 11a-7p
Thursday, August 1st from 11a-7p
Friday, August 2nd from 11a-7p
Saturday, August 3rd from 11a-7p
Orbitron Ride
Thrilling and exhilarating, the Orbitron spinning carnival ride challenges kids age 5-12 to utilize their strength and coordination for the ride of a lifetime! Grab on, push off and enjoy the ride inside the Wyoming Center.
When:
Wednesday, July 31st from 11a-7p
Thursday, August 1st from 11a-7p
Friday, August 2nd from 11a-7p
Saturday, August 3rd from 11a-7p
Cartoon Bill Caricatures
A familiar face at the Campbell County Fair, and a truly incredible talent, caricaturist Bill Crowley knows how to entertain a crowd and make life-long memories. Appearing daily in the Wyoming Center, Bill draws fun cartoon versions of fair patron’s worthy of framing.
When:
Wednesday, July 31st from 12p-6p
Thursday, August 1st from 12p-6p
Friday, August 2nd from 12p-6p
Saturday, August 3rd from 12p-6p
Twinkle Time
Twinkle brings a colorful, high-energy pop concert fusing education, arts and pop culture together in one exciting event. Kids learn magical lessons through bilingual pop tunes at the Wyoming Center, beginning Wednesday, July 31 at 3 p.m.
When:
**Wednesday, July 31st from 5:00p-5:45p (**updated time! You can also catch Twinkle’s first show at the Campbell County Public library at 2:00p)
Thursday, August 1st from 1:00p-1:45p, 3:00-3:45p
Friday, August 2nd from 1:00p-1:45p, 3:00-3:45p
Saturday, August 3rd from 1:00p-1:45p, 3:00-3:45p
Status Crowes
Chuck & Michelle, “The Acoustic Jukebox,” are a high-energy acoustic duo with a repertoire of more than 1,300 songs and covers, who pride themselves on making every show unique and gladly taking audience requests on the Free Stage in The Plaza.
When:
Wednesday, July 31st from 11:40a-12:15p, 3:00p-3:35p, 5:40p-6:15p
Thursday, August 1st from 11:40a-12:15p, 3:00p-3:35p, 5:40p-6:15p
Friday, August 2nd from 11:40a-12:15p, 3:00p-3:35p, 5:40p-6:15p
Saturday, August 3rd from 11:40a-12:15p, 3:00p-3:35p, 5:40p-6:15p
Stunt Jump
An exciting way to enjoy free time at the fair, kids become stunt pros jumping off of the 11-foot and 20-foot platforms. Zero Shock stunt bag catches jumpers. Must be 5 years and 40 pounds with signed waiver and parent signature to jump off 20-foot platform.
When:
Wednesday, July 31st from 11a-7p
Thursday, August 1st from 11a-7p
Friday, August 2nd from 11a-7p
Saturday, August 3rd from 11a-7p
Laser Tag
State-of-the-art outdoor laser tag combines the competition, speed, agility and excitement of paintball with the extreme game of laser tag. Children as young as 5 can participate, with two teams of five competing around 10 obstacles in The Plaza.
When:
Wednesday, July 31st from 11a-7p
Thursday, August 1st from 11a-7p
Friday, August 2nd from 11a-7p
Saturday, August 3rd from 11a-7p
Freckle Farm Petting Zoo
Since 1984, the family owned and operated, Freckle Farm Petting Zoo and Pony Rides have been an annual highlight for children at the Campbell County Fair. Freckle Farm Petting Zoo will keep your hearts captured and your family entertained in The Plaza.
When:
Wednesday, July 31st from 11a-7p
Thursday, August 1st from 11a-7p
Friday, August 2nd from 11a-7p
Saturday, August 3rd from 11a-7p
World’s Funnest Photo Booth
The funnest photo booth ever will take a picture, insert wild backdrops like bulls or dolphins, print a it within seconds and send a digital copy to share across social platforms. Bonus: Hashtag Generation Fair @ #CCFAIR on Snap, FB, IG and Twitter.
When:
Wednesday, July 31st from 11a-7p
Thursday, August 1st from 11a-7p
Friday, August 2nd from 11a-7p
Saturday, August 3rd from 11a-7p
The cost to participate in the Watermelon Eating Contest is $10.
Pre-register at www.furkidsfoundation.org, or register at 1:30 p.m. the day of the event.
All proceeds go to benefit Fur Kids Foundation, which provides families with pets access to emergency veterinary care when they cannot afford it — so you are helping your neighbors and friends, and maybe family, when you participate or donate.
When:
Saturday, August 3rd – 2:00 p.m.
Supported by:
Dachshund Races
The fiercest competition of the 99th Annual Campbell County Fair? Dachshund Races!
Dog owners pay a $5 entry fee to race their dogs along a faux grass track competing for first, second, and third place to win various dog-related items for their animals, courtesy of local businesses. All the money raised goes to benefit the 4-H Dog Project.
Which little sizzler will be the big winner? Find out, 3x’s daily in the Plaza at Cam-Plex, Wednesday Jul. 31 through Saturday, Aug 3.
Want to race your wiener? Simply show up and sign up, or contact event coordinator Liberty Riley at (307) 660-7151
“It’s so fun to watch!” – Riley
When:
Wednesday, July 31st to Saturday, August 3rd
Turkey Races
Feathers will fly!
Children of all ages (and adults!) love to participate in this fun-filled event and work to help their turkey win! There are three races per show featuring different types of turkeys. Prepare to laugh until your belly hurts with Freckle Farm Petting Zoo’s amazing Turkey Races, bringing a wholesome family experience to the 99th Annual Campbell County Fair Wednesday, Aug. 31 through Saturday, Aug. 3!
When:
Wednesday, July 31st to Saturday, August 3rd
There’s more! Check out the 2019 Schedule of Events for info on all Free Entertainment as well as the amazing Ticketed Events scheduled.