Manchester Community Fair

Manchester Community Fair Michigan's Biggest Little Fair This endeavor will provide the opportunity to celebrate achievements for all ages.

Our mission is to promote the interests of agriculture by conducting an annual public fair with exhibitions of livestock, farm products, fine arts, mechanical arts and sciences. This will be accomplished through prudent and fiscally responsible management practices

THANK YOU, LIVESTOCK AUCTION BUYERS! The Manchester Community Fair Steer, Lamb & Pig Clubs would like to extend a huge T...
08/23/2026

THANK YOU, LIVESTOCK AUCTION BUYERS!

The Manchester Community Fair Steer, Lamb & Pig Clubs would like to extend a huge THANK YOU to all of the buyers who came out to support our youth livestock exhibitors at Friday evening’s auction!

We had over 100 buyers registered, and the seats were filled with an incredible crowd.

Thank you for investing in our youth, supporting agriculture, and making the livestock auction such a special night!

Grand Champion Steer - Anna Duvall, purchased by Green Energy, Chemical Solutions, Wildt Farms / Beck's Hybrid
Reserve Grand Champion Steer- Caleb Benedict, purchased by Chelsea State Bank

Grand Champion Lamb- Morgan Herrst, purchased by J Proctor
Reserve Grand Champion Lamb - Allison Blaine, purchased by KPE Transport & Lauren Blaine, Cornerstone Realty

Grand Champion Pig - Patrick Ernst, purchased by Franks Place
Reserve Grand Champion Pig- Sydney Porter, purchased by Pat Conklin Farm Bureau

08/22/2026

🎡 Manchester Fair Update: Rain or Shine!
The Manchester Fair is still on today! We are keeping the fun going, though we do have a couple of small schedule updates to keep everyone safe and dry:

* Carnival: Opening a bit later at 3:00 PM to let the weather clear.
* Touch-a-Truck: Still on from 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM, but relocated to the old school parking lot (head to the main office if you have any questions!).
* Rodeo: Still happening right on schedule at 7:00 PM.
* All Other Fair Events: Everything else is a go as planned!

Grab your boots and come join us for a great day. We'll see you at the fair! 🚜🤠🎪

08/22/2026

⚠️ Event Update: Touch-a-Truck Relocation
The rain might be falling, but the fun isn't stopping! The Touch-a-Truck event is still on, but we are moving it to a new location.
New Location: The old school parking lot
Time: 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM (as originally scheduled)
Questions? If you have any questions or need directions, please head over to the main office.
Everything else at the fair is still a go! Grab your umbrellas, and we'll see you there rain or shine! 🌧️🚒🚜

🌧️ Weather Update: Manchester Fair! 🎡Hey everyone! Mother Nature is throwing a little curveball at us today, so we are e...
08/22/2026

🌧️ Weather Update: Manchester Fair! 🎡
Hey everyone! Mother Nature is throwing a little curveball at us today, so we are experiencing a temporary rain delay at the Manchester Fair.
Current Status: Gates/Events are paused while we wait for this passing shower to clear out.
What's Next: Crews are monitoring the weather closely, and we plan to resume all the fun, food, and festivities as soon as it's safe!
Stay Tuned: Keep an eye on our page for updates on revised schedules for today's shows and events.
Grab a coffee, stay dry, and we’ll see you back on the fairgrounds shortly! ☂️✨

08/22/2026

🎡 IT’S THE FINAL DAY! Don’t Miss the Grand Finale of the 2026 Fair! 🎡
We are wrapping up an amazing week with a jam-packed Saturday, August 22! Plus, don't forget our special gate perk: starting at 3:00 PM, the first 100 people through the Main Gate will score a special coupon for $5.00 off a carnival wristband! 🎟️✨
Come get your last-chance elephant ears, take a final spin on the rides, and check out today's incredible event lineup:
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM: Ladies Day 💐
3:00 PM: Midway officially opens & Wristband coupon special starts at the Main Gate! 🚲🎟️ 🎢
2:00 PM – 5:00 PM: Touch a Truck (A kid-favorite!) 🚒🚜
3:00 PM: Pedal pull registration opens
4:00 PM: Pedal pulls begin!
5:00 PM: Bunny Show 🐰
5:30 PM: Kids day drawing 🎉
6:00 PM: Beer tent opens 🍻
7:00 PM: Lost Nations Rodeo! Saddle up for an epic night, followed by live music by The Riffleman right after the rodeo! 🎸🤠
9:30 PM: Nightly drawing 🎟️
Let’s send off the 2026 fair in style—head over early, grab your discount, and let's make some final unforgettable memories today! See you at the fairgrounds! ✨

08/22/2026

🎡 Carnival Countdown: Saturday August 22nd at 3:00 PM! 🎡
Get ready for the fun! TODAY (Saturday) starting at 3:00 PM, the first 100 people through the Main Gate will receive a special coupon for $5.00 off a carnival wristband! 🎟️✨
When: This Saturday at 3:00 PM sharp
Where: Main Gate
The Reward: $5.00 off a wristband (First 100 people only!)
Head over early, grab your discount, and let the rides begin! 🎢

08/21/2026

🐮🐷🐑 ** MANCHESTER COMMUNITY FAIR LIVESTOCK AUCTION IS TONIGHT!** 🐑🐷🐮

🎟️ **Get registered as a buyer** and join us for an evening celebrating all the hard work these kids have put into their animals.

🍽️ **Complimentary Buyer Dinner:** 6:00 PM
🐄 **Auction Begins:** 7:30 PM

**Auction Order:**
1️⃣ Steers
2️⃣ Sheep
3️⃣ Pigs

💰 **Important Buyer Information:**
The Auction Committee is requesting **payment at checkout tonight**. Your prompt payment is greatly appreciated and helps us keep the auction running smoothly.

We’ll see you at the fair! 🎡

🎡 Carnival Countdown: Friday at 3:00 PM! 🎡Get ready for the fun! This Friday starting at 3:00 PM, the first 100 people t...
08/21/2026

🎡 Carnival Countdown: Friday at 3:00 PM! 🎡
Get ready for the fun! This Friday starting at 3:00 PM, the first 100 people through the Main Gate will receive a special coupon for $5.00 off a carnival wristband! 🎟️✨
* When: This Friday at 3:00 PM sharp
* Where: Main Gate
* The Reward: $5.00 off a wristband (First 100 people only!)
Head over early, grab your discount, and let the rides begin! 🎢

It's going down TONIGHT at 7 PM at the Manchester Fair! 🌭 Are you ready to enter the hot dog eating contest and see if y...
08/20/2026

It's going down TONIGHT at 7 PM at the Manchester Fair! 🌭 Are you ready to enter the hot dog eating contest and see if you have what it takes to be Manchester's Best Wiener Eater? Even if you don't take home the trophy and t-shirt, you will still get a cool hat out of the deal for your $10. Time to step up to the plate!

🎡 **THURSDAY AT THE MANCHESTER COMMUNITY FAIR!** 🎡It’s one of our favorite days at the fair! Come enjoy the rides, fair ...
08/20/2026

🎡 **THURSDAY AT THE MANCHESTER COMMUNITY FAIR!** 🎡

It’s one of our favorite days at the fair! Come enjoy the rides, fair food, and a full lineup of Thursday fun! ❤️

🎟️ **Today’s Events:**

* 11:30 AM — Senior Citizens Program & Luncheon under the pavilion
* 3:00 PM — Midway Opens
* 5:00 PM — Showmanship Sweepstakes • Animal Arena
* 6:00 PM — Adult Swine Showmanship • Animal Arena
* 6:30 PM — Beer Tent Opens
* 7:00 PM — Hot Dog Eating Contest 🌭
* 7:30 PM — Mid-Season Bump & Run Championship 🏁
* 🎶 Bob Bullock & Mike Klink Acoustic Show — Beer Tent after the derby
* 9:30 PM — Nightly Drawing 🎟️

Come spend Thursday at the fair with us! 🎡🐷🏁🍻❤️

Address

Alumni Memorial Field
Manchester, MI
48158

Opening Hours

Tuesday 5pm - 10pm
Wednesday 3pm - 10pm
Thursday 3pm - 10pm
Friday 3pm - 10pm
Saturday 1pm - 10pm

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