The Dodge County Fair Begins In Kasson-Check The Events:

The Dodge County Fair starts today and runs through the 20th. There are several events this year for those that want to trek out to Kasson. Did you know that the very first county fair in Minnesota was the Dodge County fair?  According to the Dodge County Historical Society, it was.  At that time, the fair was in Mantorville, which is, a hop, skip and a jump from Kasson, where it is now.  Gold was once thought to be present in the region too! Maybe some gold will be found?  I am sure it will be a fun bunch of  events for many!

The streets nearby will soon be lined with cars from fair-goers. Here are some of the events at the Dodge County Fair this year:

Wednesday at 7 p.m. There is a bull riding challenge with Rice Bull Company.  There is a mutton bust and calf scramble.  What is a mutton bust?  Children ride or race sheep.  It is an event held at rodeos similar to bull riding. [Wikipedia] You can click on the flyer below to visit the Rice Bull Company's website for more information on the event.

Thursday, July 17th at 7 p.m. Is the Mud Bogs by Rough Riders. The Rough Riders are from Rochester and you can see video of some of their mud-boggin below.

Friday, July 18th at 7 p.m. Is The Tri State Tractor Pull.

Saturday, July 19th, 10 a.m. is an Antique Tractor Pull & a Big Rig Truck Pull With Semi Tractors.

Saturday, July 19th, 7 p.m. The Crashmasters provide the Demolition Derby.

Sunday, July 20th, 11 a.m. is the Gopher State Garden Tractor Pullers event, it's free. At 4 p.m. the Motorcycle enduro takes place.

There is no cover charge at the Beer Garden.  There will be a carnival, by 'Mad Jack', an exotic petting zoo, pig races, rides, entertainment and bands, a Balloon artist, a Chainsaw artist, with carvings auctioned off during the Demo Derby intermission, and many more events.  Below are a couple of excerpts from the fair book schedule.

Source: Dodge County Historical Society / Dodge County Free Fair