The Bourbon County Fair kicked off today, Saturday, July 12 at 8 a.m. with the Dog Show.  The Southwind Canine Club members competed in showmanship, obedience, rally obedience, and agility.  Three competitors have moved up to Agility 2 after placing in the top ten of Agility 1 for the last two years.

On Sunday, July 13th at 6:30 p.m., the Horse Show featuring the Bourbon County Vaqueros will begin.  They will be bringing back a crowd favorite the Open Class Costume Party.

On Friday, July 18th new activities will be happening.  The Fair Field Trip is from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and will include:

1.  Bubble Dance Party and Vendors in the Merchant’s Building.

2.  Petting Area in the Dairy Barn

3.  Sidewalk Chalk Art in the Poultry/Rabbit Barn

4.  Dog Agility Demonstrations and Obstacle Course

5.  Up Close Look of Vehicles provided by FSCC Truck Driving School and others.

On Friday night, July 18th, during the Livestock Auction, there will be a homemade pie auction in memory of Doris Ericson for all her dedication and service to the Bourbon County Fair over the decades.  Homemade Pie Donations will be accepted at the Chuckwagon in the Cloverleaf Event Center from 4 p.m. until Sale time on Friday, July 18th.

For more information on all the events at the Bourbon County Fair follow the Facebook Page Bourbon County Fair – Fort Scott.  You can find all the events under the events tab.

Photo 1 – 2024 Open Class Costume – Horse Show