heart of the ozarks fair

10/07/2026

It's almost time!!!

10/01/2026

We are so excited to have the inaugural MSU-West Plains College Rodeo at the Fairgrounds on October 8, 9 & 10!!! Learn more at:

09/24/2026

06/15/2026

After a 12‑year hiatus, SkyFire is returning to West Plains on July 3, hosted by Give Local First at its new location, the Heart of the Ozarks Fairgrounds. Gates open at 5 p.m., with fireworks at dark presented by Ryan Miller. Food trucks will operate from 5 to 9 p.m., offering BBQ, burgers, tacos...

06/06/2026

Demo Derby is still on! Come out and enjoy the last night of the fair! Gate admission is $10 for adults, $5 for children 6 to 12, and free for children under six years of age. The carnival is open from 6:00 to 11:00 p.m. for Armband Night. Armbands are $25 each. Gate entry and armbands are cash only. An ATM is available by the carnival ticket booth inside the grounds.

06/06/2026

We have handicap parking available inside the gates, please let the people parking cars know and pull to a gate and come inside. Thanks

04/27/2026

2026 Heart of the Ozarks Fair:
June 1-6
Carnival is June 2-6 From 6-11 Each Night
Tuesday Night Rides Are $2.00 Each
Wednesday through Saturday is Armband Night’s: Armbands are $25.00 Each
Tuesday the 2nd: Free admission
Wednesday the 3rd: admission is $5.00, under 6 is free
Gospel Music in the Expo Building Featuring the Lester’s and Final Authority, Bring Your Lawn Chairs
Thursday the 4th: Admission is $10.00
$5.00 for Children 6-12
Under 6 is Free
ATV Rodeo Starts at 7 P.M.
For More Information Call Dalton Grider at 417-331-0606
Friday the 5th: Admission is $10.00
$5.00 for Children 6-12
Under 6 is free
SMTTPA Truck Pull Starts at 8 P.M.
Saturday the 6th: Admission is $10.00
$5.00 for Children 6-12
Under 6 is Free
Southern Crunch Promotions Demolition Derby Starts at 7 P.M.
This is at The Fairgrounds in West Plains