A SPECIAL SUPPLEMENT TO THE MITCHELL REPUBLIC SEPTEMBER 2023
AUGUST 31-SEPTEMBER 4 2023
Jam-packed schedule of entertainment
By Kai Englisch Mitchell Republic HURON – The State Fair is finally upon us with fun and entertainment, carnival rides, headlining music acts and plenty of other excitement for all. On Wednesday, Aug. 30, will be Red Wilk Construction Tuff Hedeman Bull Bash, coming once again to the state fair. Over the course of two nights, Hedeman will pit a lineup of pro bull riders and bull fighters against a crop of fiery animals, held both nights in the Grandstand at 8 p.m.. Wednesday
will feature “Bounty Bull” night, during which $10,000 will be up for grabs. Thursday night will commence in a tournament-style “Shootout Round,” where the bulk of the prize money, championship title, and custom prizes will be earned. Renowned comedian Gabriel “Fluffy” Iglesias is headlining the fair’s entertainment, performing at the Grandstand on Friday, Sept. 1. On Saturday, Sept. 2, Grammy-award winning singer-songwriter Carly Pearce will perform at the Grandstand.
On Sunday, Lady A w/ Rowan Grace plays at the grandstand, with the band’s best-known hits as “Need You Now,” “Just A Kiss,” and “I Run to You.” The fair will additionally feature a huge lineup of musical acts performing on stages around the fairgrounds over the course of the fair. Starting on Friday, Sept. 1, the 2023 Dakota Star contest will see singing-hopefuls from around the state compete for the title of Dakota Star 2023 – and $1,000 and a recording session, for the adult division winner.
There will also be a junior division, for competitors ages 12-17. Preliminary competition begins on Friday, Sept. 1, and ends on Sunday, Sept. 3. Dakota Star finals will be held on Monday, Sept. 4. The talent competition will be held on the Freedom Stage. Applications are now closed. Additionally, there will be range of events, including 4-H livestock competitions, a classic car show, dog shows and a horse soccer tournament. For a complete listing of events and acts, see the event schedule.
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