BROWN COUNTY FREE FAIR INFORMATION
Carnival Information
Carnival Info:
Tickets can be purchased at Kiosks on the grounds during the fair as well! Click the video link above to see how the Kiosks work. Download the Magic Money app to have your purchased tickets right on your phone!
2026 Advanced Ride Tickets are 5 rides for $15.00!!
Hours of operation are:
Wednesday opening at 5:00pm
Thursday opening at 3pm
Friday opening at 1pm
Saturday opening at Noon
Sunday opening at Noon and closes when the fair ends at 4:00pm
***Wristbands are available for $30 with most rides unlimited during the times listed below only***
Wednesday: WRISTBAND TIME 5-9pm
Friday: KID’S DAY WRISTBAND TIME 1-5pm
Sunday: Schell’s Day 12pm-4pm.
Wristbands can only be purchased at the carnival the day of use. Times listed above may be SUBJECT TO CHANGE
NEW Entertainment Daily for 2026!


Dock Dogs will return for 2026!

The Ninja Experience All New in 2026
Friday, August 14th fresh off their Vegas Residency...

DEMO DERBY
Thursday August 13th and Saturday August 15th 2026!
The Demolition Derby is held two nights during our fair: Thursday night at 7:00pm and Saturday night at 6:00pm. Brown County and the surrounding area has some of the best Demolition Derby drivers out there! They put on a spectacular show and it is our goal to run a good, clean family event that adults and children of all ages can enjoy!
If you wish to participate in our Demolition Derby, you will find all of the information you need under the participate section on our website.
Tickets are $15 per person and kids two and under are free.
Our ticket booth under the Grandstand will begin selling tickets for the demo derby on Thursday at 5:30pm and sales will start on Saturday at 4:30pm
KIDS DAY
Friday, August 14th, 2026!
Kids Day at the Brown County Free Fair is full of exciting performances, interactive activities and events! The day is designed to be special for families, daycare providers and children of all ages!
Kid’s Day 2026 will feature:
*New* for 2026 The Magic of Shaun Jay
Magic of Shaun Jay offers 3 different shows each day!
Magic of Music – bucket drumming, live looping beats, freestyle rap (mentalism)
Up Close and Personal – sleight of hand, interactive, plays to a big audience
Magic of the Farm – farm themed magic show, AG ED



LIVE MUSIC
Saturday Night -
Self-Titled
Friday - Snake Oil


SENIOR CITIZEN DAY
Outstanding Senior Citizen of the Year Nominations!
The Brown County Fair is in search of nominations for the 2026 Brown County Outstanding Senior Citizen!
For more information or nominations please email us at info@browncountyfreefair.com

TRACTOR & TRUCK PULL
Wednesday, August 12th 2026!
Gate opens 3 p.m. – Registration starts at 4:00 p.m. – Closes at 6:30 p.m. sharp
Featuring TWO sleds with speed boards! The Vault & The Little Red Sled
Tractor Class Overview for 2024 – Subject to Change for 2025
Out of Field = 8mph speed limit
Stock (Out of field) – 10,000 lbs.
Stock (Out of field) – 11,000 lbs.
Stock (Out of field) – 13,000 lbs.
Stock (Out of field) – 16,500 lbs. Duals allowed
Stock (Out of field) – 18,500 lbs. and up, Duals allowed, Four wheel drives allowed
Hobby Stock = 4mph speed limit
Hobby Stock – 4,500 lbs
Hobby Stock – 5,500 lbs
Hobby Stock – 6,500 lbs
Hobby Stock – 8,500 lbs
Improved Stock – No Speed Limit
Improved Stock – 4,500 lbs. Gas or Diesel non- turbo
Improved Stock – 5,500 lbs. Gas or Diesel non- turbo
Improved Stock – 9,500 lbs 410 cu.in. *Renegade Pullers of Minnesota class
466 – 2.6 Slotted Turbo Class – 10,500 lbs. *Renegade Pullers of Minnesota class
Hot Farm – 13,000 lbs.
Open – 7,500 lbs.
Open – 9,500 lbs.
9500lb 3×3 turbo 20.8 tire
KING of the HLL “Light” – 7,500 lb
KING of the HILL “Heavy”
Truck Class Overview for 2024
Street “Stock” Gasoline trucks, Road Legal, Current Registration and no weight brackets -Weight to be determined
6,200 lbs. – Street Modified Gasoline Trucks
Street “Stock” Diesel, Road Legal, Current Registration and no weight brackets -Weight to be determined
8,500 lbs. – Street Modified Diesel
Semi Class – (20” hitch height)
Powder Puff – Girls! You can drive it, you can pull it.
For rules and entry form, see Brown County Free Fair website.
Call for questions: Joe Fischer 507-317-1527
Concessions & Vendors
2026 Concessionaires

Inside Vendors
Brown County DFL Party
Brown County Republicans
Brown County Yellow Ribbon Suicide Prevention
Friends of the Brown County Free Fair
Homeade Hinrichs
League of Women Voters – New Ulm
Minnesota Citizens Concerned for Life
Compass Rose Creamery-Cheese Curds
North Star Creations
Robben’s Rockin Jewelry
Sleepy Eye/Hector Gideons
Outside Vendors
Arcade Hwy, LLC
HAIRS BY JANIZ
Litzau Farm Drainage
Mad City Windows and Baths
Nomadic Spirit Works




