2025 Madison County Fair and Rodeo preparations underway
The Madison County Fair is taking place from July 8 to 13, and to gear up for the event. Officials have been planting flowers, mowing, landscaping, and repairing the buildings.
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At the fair, visitors can enjoy rides, food and beverage vendors, 4-H booths and exhibits, rodeos, a rabbit show, a dog show, and activities involving art. To see a full schedule, click here.
Interested in music? The fair will feature performances by Jo Dee Messina, Kameron Marlowe, Hairball, the Rude Band, and Rosendo Robles.
The fair's website said there is a clear bag policy in place.
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