Los Moralitos Circus
When: Daily @ 2, 4 & 7 p.m.
Tuesday, Sep. 3 – Thursday, Sep. 5 @ 4 & 7 p.m. only
Where: West Events Area
Los Moralitos Circus is a unique thrilling production showcasing extreme daring stunts that will keep your audience amazed and on the edge of their seats from beginning to end. Their legendary motorcycle riders in the steel cage of death will leave the crowd speechless, and the 30-foot Wheel of Destiny will strike fear into everyone, with daring stunts that are out of this world. This amazing show is produced and starred by Jonathan Vazquez and his Extremely Talented Family. Jonathan has Over 30 years in the thrill show business and has performed all over the United States and abroad.
Marcus, Funny Man Who Does Tricks
When: Friday, Aug. 30 – Monday, Sep. 2 @ 2, 4 & 6 p.m.
Where: Strolling on Blue Ribbon Boulevard
Marcus Wilson was born on April Fool’s Day 1973, so it seems only fitting that he has a passion for jokes. This passion kept him in trouble all through elementary and Jr. high School. In ninth grade, he enrolled in a drama class and discovered a place where acting out was encouraged and accepted. He found that as long as he was on stage people seemed to enjoy his obnoxious antics. In high school, while working at a restaurant, he learned to juggle with rolls and oranges and fell in love with useless tricks and odd skills. At the age of 22, armed with a handful of these tricks and a desire to entertain, he began doing shows. About five years later, he began performing in comedy clubs. Since then, he has been making his living performing.
Mimealot
When: Daily @ 1, 3 & 5 p.m.
No shows Tuesday, Sep. 2
Where: Strolling in the Food Court Area
Chris Yerlig of Mimealot began performing mime on the streets of Europe, where he grew up. In the US, where he is now based, Chris takes his Sir Mimealot and Human Statue acts to state and county fairs across the country. He has worked with many companies such as Circus America, Enchanted Circle Theater, Huis Ten Bosch Theme Park in Japan, and Kimtom International Clown Festival of Shanghai. Chris has also performed pro-bono in many countries (Bangladesh, Benin, Brazil, Cameroon, Dominican Republic, El Salvador, Guatemala, Haiti and India) often working with nonprofits, Project Troubador, Magicians Without Borders and Clowns Without Borders.
The Backyard
When: Daily 11 am – 9 p.m.
Where: West Event Area
This hands-on on science exhibit is fun and entertaining for the whole family. Visit Backyard at the fair and see how ordinary toys and objects become extraordinary experiences. There are 30 different puzzles and activities, including brain teaser – master’s puzzles, classic puzzles, junior puzzles, geometric puzzles, jigsaw puzzles, tangrams, dis-entanglements, traditional games plus more!
Barrel O’ Fun Magic
When: Daily @ 1 & 3 p.m.
Where: West Events Area in the Backyard
This classic presentation of magic and comedy will have you amazed and rolling on the ground laughing. With numerous awards backing their skill and entertainment, Charlie & Delilah look forward to entertaining fairgoers of all ages! So saddle up! Loaded with family-style jokes, laughs, and charming personalities, the Barrel O’ Fun strolling entertainment will transport you to a Disney-type atmosphere.
Cowtown
When: Daily 10 am – 10 p.m.
Milking Times: 2, 4 & 6 p.m.
Where: West Event Area
This museum and live exhibit contains an old-time creamery where patrons participate in preparing a cow for milking, milking by hand or machine, and pasteurizing for a finished product. Through their bi-lingual demonstrations, they show that agriculture has no barriers. Kids get hands-on experiences with the process of making butter and ice cream using historic tools and machines in these processes, and they learn the concept of “Homemade” just the way Grandma used to!
Free Stage Acts
Mike Walker – Lasting Impressions
When: Wednesday, Sep. 4 – Saturday, Sep. 7 @ 5 & 7 p.m.
Where: Big Dog Solar Free Stage
Mike Walker has been entertaining audiences since he was 5 years old. Any stage that Mike Walker is spotlighted is a stage of 100% quality entertainment. Mike has won numerous awards for his vocal ability and shows in Branson, Missouri. Branson is known as the live music capital of the world. You never have to worry about bringing your grandparents for fear of them being offended. You don’t have to worry about bringing the kids to a performance because of vulgarity. Every show is a family show. Bring everyone and have fun. Don’t miss the chance to see any one of Mike Walker’s shows. It’s not just a show, it’s an experience!
Hillia Hula Hoop Extraordinaire
When: Wednesday, Sep. 4 – Saturday Sep. 7 @ 4 & 6 p.m.
Where: Big Dog Solar Free Stage
Captivating audiences across the nation, Hillia – The Hula Hoop Extraordinaire’s show is packed with jaw-dropping hula hoop tricks, comedy, and audience participation. Hillia has performed her hula hoop act across the nation for countless corporate events, festivals, fairs, and TV shows, such as Martha Stewart and Snoop Dog’s Potluck Party, Google, the Seaport Village Busker Festival, and the International Fringe Festival.
The Junebugs
When: Wednesday, Sep. 4 – Saturday, Sep. 7 @ 5 & 8 p.m.
Where: AgWest Farm Credit Service Free Stage
Imagine if Neil Young and Janis Joplin had three love children, and those children grew up to like folk rock and hip hop. The Junebugs combine high-energy pop and rock with Pacific Northwest folksy goodness to create a genre-bending sound you can kick up your heels to.
The Junebugs originated on the Vancouver, BC circuit before moving back home to Portland, OR. There, guitarist Barrett picked up drummer Kyle Owen and bassist Nathaniel Daniel, to round out the dynamic trio. Covering everything from Tom Petty to TLC to Lorde, the eclectic taste of the trio ranges from turn-of-the-century Americana to modern hip hop, with a strong emphasis on vocal harmony. There is something for everyone here. “The American songbook is alive and well, and it didn’t end in the 1950s,” Barrett says.
Shock Illusionist Dan Sperry
When: Friday Aug. 30 – Monday Sep. 2 @ 5 & 7 p.m.
Saturday, Aug. 31 @ 1 & 3 p.m.
Where: Big Dog Solar Free Stage
Step into the interactive realm of Shock Illusionist Dan Sperry, The Anti-Conjuror, where reality blurs and the impossible comes to life.
In this mesmerizing close-up magic experience, Sperry defies the laws of nature with mind-bending illusions using cards, coins, and borrowed objects. Feel the pulse of excitement as he seamlessly combines sleight of hand, mind reading, and up close illusions, turning the ordinary into the extraordinary. You’re not just a viewer; you’re an active participant in a mesmerizing journey where Sperry challenges your reality and defies logic.
Sara Twister – Ready, Aim, Fire!
When: Friday, Aug. 30 – Monday, Sep. 2 @ 2, 4 & 6 p.m.
Saturday, Aug. 31 @ Noon & 2 p.m.
Where: Big Dog Solar Free Stage
An action-packed extravaganza with a finale you do not want to miss! Sara Twister is one of the world’s most mind-blowing contortionists who, whilst balancing on her arms, can fire a bow … with her feet! A dynamic combination of the unforgettable art of acrobatic archery, together with some edgy contortion routines, verbal comedy, and audience participation.
HypnoFX
When: Daily @ 6 & 9 p.m.
Where: AgWest Farm Credit Service Free Stage
HypnoFX is interactive, hypnotic comedy…imagination in action! Big-time laughs happen fast when veteran national performer, Jerry Frasier, takes the stage. Volunteers become superstars on a roller coaster ride of possibility! Come to watch the craziness or choose to get involved. The better the crowd, the bigger the fun! Celebrate the amazing, creative potential of the human mind. All hypnosis is self-hypnosis…natural relaxation. Jerry invites a group of participants to enter a positive state of suggestibility, a subconscious hypno-adventure where visualizations come to life. Never embarrassing and always clean, get ready to let loose and fun it up!
Catherine Loyer & Strawberry Roan
When: Friday, Aug. 30 – Monday, Sep. 2 @ 5 & 8 p.m.
Where: AgWest Farm Credit Service Free Stage
Catherine’s earliest memory in music goes back to standing in the doorway of the kitchen pantry, singing her heart out to an imaginary crowd when she was just 4 years old. Soon after it was violin lessons, choir, piano, guitar lessons, contests, and concerts. She was hooked from the get-go and never stopped moving forward in music. Catherine has a high-energy show and plays rockin’ and heartfelt songs. Country with rock, pop, blues. From clubs, fairs, festivals, and concert events, to session work, and radio jingles, Catherine Loyer has a rich career in music and is known for capturing her audience with her big heart, electric presence, and powerful voice.
Annual Idaho State Arm Wrestling Championships
When: Saturday, Aug. 31 from 4 – 10 p.m.
Where: Big Dog Solar Free Stage
The Idaho State Arm Wrestling Championships are held annually at the Eastern Idaho State Fair. The championships are always fun to watch and compete in. There are various weight and age divisions, and all ages are encouraged to participate. Registration opens at 1 p.m. the day of the event. The first 100 competitors to sign up will get a free tournament shirt! Entry fees for youth are $10 and fees for adults are $20 and $15 for the second entry, $40 for unlimited entries. For more information, contact Elaine Blik at 208-681-7312.