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MARIPOSA COUNTY FAIR SCHEDULE FOR 2006
Mariposa County Fair Special Events Here: Mariposa County Fair Special Events 2006
Mariposa's only daily updated online newspaper, Free and no registration required
MARIPOSA COUNTY FAIR SCHEDULE FOR 2006
Mariposa County Fair Special Events Here:
Mariposa County Fair Special Events 2006
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
SATURDAY, AUGUST 19, 2006
8 AM HORSE SHOW. 4H/FFA/Indpendent Horse showmanship, English and Western Saddle Mounts, Trail, Gymkhana. Announcer: Al Wilson. Goldbowl. Free Admission.
Mariposa County Fair
“ A Timeless Tradition”
Theme Contest Winner: Andrea Summerlin
Daily Season
Adults (12 & Up) $7.00 20.00
Children (11 and Under) 4.00 8.00
Children 5 and Under are Free Every Day
11 and Under plus 65 and Older are Free On Monday.
SATURDAY SUNDAY Dest Derby CCPRA Rodeo
6 PM 8 PM BOX SEATS $9.00 $9.00
GENERAL ADMISSION $7.50 $7.50
ALL SEATS ARE NUMBERED.
GET TICKETS EARLY TO GET THE SEATS YOU WANT
Season (limited number): $30.00
Per Entry to Lot (during Fair): 4.00
Season Parking Passes Available at Fairgrounds Office.
SHUTTLE BUS SCHEDULE
Busses run every day of the fair from town and Bootjack/Woodland Park.
Friday: Starting at 5 PM from town and Bootjack/Woodland Park, running continuously. Last bus leaves fairgrounds at 1:30 AM.
Saturday and Sunday: Starting at 10:30 AM from town and Bootjack/Woodland Park, running continuously. Last bus leaves fairgrounds at 1:30 AM.
Monday: Starting at 11:30 AM from town and Bootjack/Woodland Park, running continuously except for driver’s break between 5:30-6:30 PM. Last bus leaves fairgrounds at 9:30 PM.
Stops: Bootjack Store, Woodland Park, Courthouse, High School, Miner’s Inn, MPUD (6th and Bullion)
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 1, 2006
3:30 PM GROUNDS OPEN.
THE FLY GUY greets everyone.
4 PM BUILDINGS OPEN.
PEOPLE’S CHOICE. You’re the Judge! Exhibit buildings. Sponsored by YOSEMITE BANK.
MINERAL EXHIBIT. California Gem Exhibit.
MIDWAY OF FUN CARNIVAL OPENS
4-4:30 PM THE AMAZING HARMONATRAS. A unique and interactive entertainment for all ages. Building B
4-7 PM MARIPOSA COUNTRY. Beergarden.
4-8 PM ALPACA DISPLAY. Oakawahnee Ranch. Picnic Area.
4 PM JUDGING: Swine: Sheep/Swine Show Ring
4-9 PM THE FRIENDLY FARM FOUNDATION. Picnic Area
Educational Agricultural Exhibit
GROUNDS ACTS ALL AFTERNOON:
Traveling Game Show. A crazy game show right on the midway
Balloonacy. Fantastic balloon creations
4-5:30 PM CENTER STAGE DANCE TEAM & ELITE DANCE TEAM. Amigo Stage
5:30-6 PM THE AMAZING HARMONATRAS. A unique and interactive entertainment for all ages. Building B
6 PM JUDGING:
Rabbits: Rabbit Barn
6-6:30 PM DACHSHUND RACES. Sponsored by Mariposa Gazette. Goldbowl. Free
6:30-7:30 PM ULTIMATE COWBOY CONTEST. Goldbowl. Free
Sponsored by Fosters True Value Hardware
7:30-8 PM STICK HORSE RACES. Goldbowl. Free
Sponsored by Fosters True Value Hardware & Mid Way of Fun
8-8:30 PM BARNYARD SCRAMBLE. Goldbowl. Free. Sponsored by Fosters True Value Hardware & Mid Way of Fun
7:00 PM THE AMAZING HARMONATRAS. A unique and interactive entertainment for all ages. Building B
9 PM-1 AM AMERICAN MADE BAND. Rock, County, R&B, Big Band Swing Band. Amigo Stage. Free.
10 PM BUILDINGS CLOSE
1 AM GROUNDS CLOSE
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 2, 2006SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 2, 2006
8 AM GROUNDS OPEN.
8 AM HORSE SHOW. Cutting Horses. Open, Non-Pro, 2000 Limited Rider and 10,000 Amateur. Randy Hamill, Announcer. Goldbowl. Free.
9 AM JUDGING: Junior Beef: Strathearn Pavilion
Open Beef (after Junior): Strathearn Pav.
Junior Poultry: Critter Barn
10 AM BUILDINGS OPEN
THE FLY GUY greets everyone.
MINERAL EXHIBIT. California Gem Exhibit.
PEOPLE’S CHOICE. You’re the Judge! Sponsored by YOSEMITE BANK.
11 AM-5 PM SPINNING AND WEAVING demonstrations in Bldg E.
Award winning Kanako and other local spinners.
11-11:30 AM THE AMAZING HARMONATRAS. A unique and
Interactive entertainment for all ages. Building B .
11 AM PARADE STARTS in town of Mariposa.
NOON-8 PM ALPACA DISPLAY. Oakawahnee Ranch. Picnic Area.
NOON-8 PM GROUNDS ACTS ALL AFTERNOON:
Traveling Game Show. A crazy game show right on the midway
Balloonacy. Fantastic balloon creations
NOON-8 PM THE FRIENDLY FARM FOUNDATION-Picnic Area
Educational Agricultural Exhibit
12:30 PM MIDWAY OF FUN CARNIVAL OPENS.
1 PM BLACKSMITH SHOP with Gary Suggs, Farrier.
Contributing Sponsor Mother Lode Lumber and Concrete.
1-1:30 PM THE AMAZING HARMONATRAS. A unique and
interactive entertainment for all ages. Building B .
1:30 PM JUDGING: Junior Goats (Chevon): Sheep Barn
Junior Sheep: Sheep Barn
Open Sheep: Goat Barn
2 PM CATTLE PENNING. Open/Junior. Gold Bowl.
3-3:30 PM THE AMAZING HARMONATRAS. A unique and
Interactive entertainment for all ages. Building B
3:30 PM COW CHIP THROWING CONTEST: Goldbowl,
Free to the first 20 people-meet at Main Gate of goldbowl.
3-7 PM TENDER LOVING COUNTRY. Beergarden
5-5:30 PM THE AMAZING HARMONATRAS. A unique and
Interactive entertainment for all ages. Building B
5:30 PM HORSESHOEING DEMONSTRATION. Blacksmith Shop. Gary Suggs, Farrier.
Contributing Sponsor Mother Lode Lumber and Concrete
5-6:30 PM SQUARE AND LINE DANCING. Amigo Dance Slab. Caller: Bill Silver. Sponsored by
Bootjack Stompers.
7-7:30 PM THE AMAZING HARMONATRAS. A unique and
Interactive entertainment for all ages. Building B
7 PM DESTRUCTION DERBY. Goldbowl. Presented by WGAS Motorsports. Gates open 6 PM.
Contributing Sponsor Lawson Construction and Sierra Telephone
Derby Toy Cars to the first 75 kids to enter the grandstand with paid admission. Kids 11 & under only. Sponsored by Mariposa Fair
9 PM-1 AM DAVE RUSSELL. Rock out to Top 40 hits. Amigo Stage. Free.
10 PM BUILDINGS CLOSE
1 AM GROUNDS CLOSE
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 3, 2006
7:30 AM AMIGO de ORO RACE. 5/10-mile races begin and end at Fairgrounds. Sanctioned by AAAUUS.
8 AM GROUNDS OPEN.
LOCAL TEAM ROPING. Randy Hamill, Announcer. Goldbowl. Free. Contributing Sponsor-Merco Credit Union
9 AM JUDGING: Dairy and Boar Goats in Goat Barn
Jr. & Sr. Pigeons in Critter Barn
10 AM BUILDINGS OPEN.
THE FLY GUY greets everyone.
BLACKSMITH SHOP. Gary Suggs, Farrier.
Contributing Sponsor Mother Lode Lumber and Concrete
MINERAL EXHIBIT. California Gem Exhibit.
11 AM-5 PM SPINNING AND WEAVING demonstrations in Bldg E.
Award winning Kanako and other local spinners.
11-11:30 PM THE AMAZING HARMONATRAS. A unique and
Interactive entertainment for all ages. Building B .
NOON COW & HUSBAND CALLING. Gold Bowl Free.
Sponsored by Mariposa Feed
NOON-8 PM ALPACA DISPLAY. Oakawahnee Ranch. Picnic Area.
NOON-8 PM STROLLING ACTS ALL AFTERNOON:
Traveling Game Show. A crazy game show right on the midway
Balloonacy. Fantastic balloon creations
NOON-8 PM THE FRIENDLY FARM FOUNDATION-Picnic Area
Educational Agricultural Exhibit
12:30 PM MIDWAY OF FUN CARNIVAL OPENS
1 PM LOCAL SADDLE ROPING and CHAMPION OF CHAMPIONS. Randy Hamill, Announcer. Goldbowl. Free.
1 PM FLORAL ARRANGEMENT DEMONSTRATION. Floricultural Building
1-1:30 PM THE AMAZING HARMONATRAS. A unique and
Interactive entertainment for all ages. Building B .
2 PM JUDGING. Cut Flowers and Fresh Arrangements.
2-6 PM FIRE SERVICES. See a fire engine and meet staff from CDF, USFS and Mariposa Volunteer Fire
Companies. Outside Building D.
3 PM FLORAL ARRANGEMENT DEMONSTRATION. Floricultural Building
3 PM DIAPER DERBY. Amigo Dance Slab. Sponsored by Jim & Lezely Fife & Mid Way of Fun
3-3:30 PM THE AMAZING HARMONATRAS. A unique and
Interactive entertainment for all ages. Building B .
3-7 PM TENDER LOVING COUNTRY. Beergarden
4 PM TRICYCLE RACE. Amigo Dance Slab.
Sponsored by Carly Hutchings, Mid Way of Fun
4 PM JR. LIVESTOCK AUCTION. Strathearn Pavilion. Thank you dinner for buyers.
Sponsored by Junior Livestock Auction Committee.
5-8 PM KUBB Country 96.3 Broadcasting today’s hottest new Country and spinning the Wheel of Winning for fabulous KUBB Country prizes.
5-5:30 PM THE AMAZING HARMONATRAS. A unique and
Interactive entertainment for all ages. Building B .
5:30 PM HORSESHOEING DEMONSTRATION. Blacksmith Shop. Gary Suggs, Farrier.
Contributing Sponsor Mother Lode Lumber and Concrete
8 PM CCPRA RODEO. Bull Riding, Calf Roping, Bareback Riding, Steer Wrestling, Saddle Bronc Riding, Girls Barrel Racing, Team Roping, Specialty Acts. “A Family Entertainment Event”. Goldbowl. Gates open at 7 PM.
Contributing Sponsors Outback Materials, Inter-County Title
WESTERN FAIRS BLUE RIBBON AWARD PRESENTATION:
Ace Harmon
Cowboy Hats to the first 75 Kids to enter the grandstand with paid admission. Kids 11 & under only. Sponsored by Mariposa Fair.
9 PM-1 AM MICHAEL MANDELLA. A True Country Music Singer that will Rock your World. Amigo Stage.
10 PM BUILDINGS CLOSE
1 AM GROUNDS CLOSE
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 4, 2006
All Folks 65 and Older and Children Under 12 Free Admission Today
$18.00 Unlimited Carnival Rides 12:30-6 PM for Everyone. Get wristband at carnival ticket booth.
8 AM GROUNDS OPEN.
JUDGING: Stock Horses. Hackamore, Snaffle, Bridle, Working Ranch. Champion Cow Horse. Randy Hamill, Announcer.
10 AM BUILDINGS OPEN
THE FLY GUY greets everyone.
10 AM-Noon ROUND ROBIN SHOWMANSHIP. Beef, sheep,
swine and goats. Judged by Merced Junior College Ag
Department students.
11–11:30 AM THE AMAZING HARMONATRAS. A unique and
Interactive entertainment for all ages. Building B .
11:30 -3:30 PM SENIOR CITIZENS PROGRAM.
YOSEMITE DIXIELAND JAZZ BAND.
Special recognition for seniors. Drawings for prizes.
Sponsored by Mariposa Co. Senior Assistance &
Mother Lode Lumber and Concrete
NOON NIMBLE FINGERS CROCHET AND KNIT CONTEST. Bldg F Gardens Area. Hook, thread and pattern provided. Sponsored by Noma Moore, Lowell & Dr. Martha Munn
NOON-4 PM THE FRIENDLY FARM FOUNDATION-Picnic Area
Educational Agricultural Exhibit
NOON-8 PM STROLLING ACTS ALL DAY:
Traveling Game Show. A crazy game show right on the midway
Balloonacy. Fantastic balloon creations
NOON-8 PM ALPACA DISPLAY. Oakawahnee Ranch. Picnic Area.
NOON-2 PM AMATEUR SHOWMANSHIP. For kids and grownups. Alumni Showmanship for former 4-H and FFA members. Sheep in Goat Barn at Noon. ANIMALS ARE PROVIDED.
12:30 PM MIDWAY OF FUN CARNIVAL OPENS.
1 PM CALF BRANDING CONTEST. Goldbowl. Free.
Contributing Sponsor Mother Lode Lumber and Concrete
1 PM BLACKSMITH SHOP. Gary Suggs, Farrier.
Contributing Sponsor Mother Lode Lumber and Concrete
1-1:30 PM THE AMAZING HARMONATRAS. A unique and
Interactive entertainment for all ages. Building B .
3-7 PM K-A COUNTRY. Beergarden
3-3:30 PM THE AMAZING HARMONATRAS. A unique and
Interactive entertainment for all ages. Building B .
3:30 PM WATERMELON SEED SPITTING CONTEST. Amigo Stage, Free. Sponsored by Mariposa Pipe
4 PM AWARDS ASSEMBLY. 4-H, FFA and Senior Clean Barn Awards. Strathearn Pavilion.
5:30 PM HORSESHOEING DEMONSTRATION. Blacksmith Shop. Gary Suggs, Farrier.
Contributing Sponsor Mother Lode Lumber and Concrete
7 PM MARIPOSA SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA. Les Marsden, Conductor. Amigo Stage. Free.
Contributing Sponsor Tom & Carrie Guarino
8 PM BUILDINGS CLOSE.
8:30 PM FIREWORKS. Zambelli Internationale. Goldbowl.