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5 THINGS TO DO AT THE FAIR, July 17-19, 2026
rodeo
Sanctioned by Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association and featuring top contestants in all events including Bull Riding, Bronc Riding, Team Roping, Women's Barrel Racing, Break Away Roping, Clown Acts and more, the rodeo will take over the Stanislaus County Fair arena at 6:30 p.m. Friday (Journal file photo).

PRCA Rodeo: Sanctioned by Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association and featuring top contestants in all events including Bull Riding, Bronc Riding, Team Roping, Women's Barrel Racing, Break Away Roping, Clown Acts and more, the rodeo will take over the Stanislaus County Fair arena at 6:30 p.m. Friday. For tickets, visit stancofair.com.

Mayday Parade: The Tallahassee, Florida-formed quintet Mayday Parade recently wrapped a career-defining tour marking two decades together and will be at the Stanislaus County Fair Modelo Variety Free Stage at 8:30 p.m. Friday. Concert is free with fair admission.

Watermelon Eating Contest: Fairgoers can head to the Farm Bureau Exhibits Building at 6:30 p.m. Friday for a watermelon eating contest.

Motocross: The motocross event will feature riders of all ages, including women and children, on everything from 50cc to +40 Quads, Rhinos and Dirt bikes in the FoodMaxx Arena at 6:30 p.m. Saturday.

Ying Yang Twins: Get ready to turn up and hit the dance floor with the iconic duo behind some of hip-hop’s biggest club anthems when the Ying Yang Twins come to the Fair at 8:30 p.m. Saturday. Concert is free with fair admission.