Ozark Empire Fair

05/27/2026

Just a few more days till the 3rd Annual Ozarks Food Truck Rally presented by BJP Trailers.

This Saturday, May 30, 2026, in the North Woods of the Ozark Empire Fairgrounds. Enter Gate 10 on Smith street and find a great parking spot in the grass area. If you need handicap parking, it will be available - follow the blue arrows on the map.

This is a one-day Family Fun event benefitting the Ozark Empire Fair Foundation and will feature over 20 food trucks, 4 local bands and to make it a super fun and affordable day for you and your family, it is FREE ADMISSION and FREE PARKING!

Food and drinks can be purchased from the trucks and vendors at the Ozarks Food Truck Rally

This is a RAIN OR SHINE event and remember NO PETS, Service Animals only.

For more info on the event and to see all the trucks scheduled to be there, visit https://www.ozarkempirefair.com/p/events/ozark-empire-fairgrounds-produced-events/ozarks-food-truck-rally

05/26/2026

Join us THIS SATURDAY - May 30, 2026 at the Ozark Empire Fairgrounds in the North Woods for the 3rd Annual Ozarks Food Truck Rally presented by BJP Trailers.

It's a full day of incredible food, live local music, vendors, and family fun, all in one place. The best part is it is FREE to park and FREE to attend.... food and drinks will be available to purchase.

This one-day event benefits the Ozark Empire Fair Foundation and brings together some of the most creative and talented food trucks from across the region.

Come hungry and explore a wide variety of flavors, from BBQ, burgers, tacos, and pizza to sandwiches and sweet treats.

This year’s featured food trucks include:
Bada Bing Wings
BeaverTails Pastry
Boss Hog's Street Eats
BrockRito Taco Trailer
Down South Fried Fish Co
Elorines Jamaican Kitchen
Fat Tony Pizza Kitchen
Ghetto Tacos
Haile Yeah BBQ
Hershey's Mobile Ice Cream Parlor
JoeBird's BBQ
Koji Kitchen
Mais Noodle Express
Martin's Smoked Meats
Megans Bake Shop
Not Cho Ordinary Taco
The Hibachi Experience
The Vintage Scoop
Twisted Classics
What Ever You Want

LIVE MUSIC by:
Justin Larkin on stage at 11am
Brian Pitts on stage at 1pm
Chris Kizzia on stage at 3pm
Level Up on stage at 5pm

Enjoy the park like setting of the north woods of the Fairgrounds, bring a blanket or your favorite folding chair and listen to live local music throughout the day, shop from local vendors, and soak up a fun, in the laid-back atmosphere that’s perfect for the whole family.

Event Details:
Saturday, May 30, 2026
11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Ozark Empire Fairgrounds – North Woods
3001 N. Grant Ave, Springfield, MO
Enter through Gate 10 on Smith Street (across from Hillcrest High School)

Admission is completely free, and parking is free too!

This is a don’t-miss day of food, music, and community in the Ozarks. Plan to come hungry and stay all day for the 3rd Annual Ozarks Food Truck Rally presented by BJP Trailers.

05/26/2026

Don't forget the Life and Arts deadline is approaching fast!

The Life and Arts crafts, antiques, arts and cooking deadline is June 25. Flowers and garden deadline is July 10. Don't miss out on an opportunity to exhibit at the Ozark Empire Fair.

05/15/2026

🚨 FLASH SALE ENDING SOON 🚨 $22 Super Pass Flash Sale ends tonight at 9 PM. Don't miss out on the LOWEST PRICE of the year!

👉 https://bit.ly/OzarkEmpire_FlashSale

05/15/2026

💥 $22 Super Pass FLASH SALE! 💥 Don’t miss your chance for over 50% off this Fair Admission + Unlimited Rides bundle.

Hurry, deal ends tonight, Friday, May 15 at 9 PM. 👉 https://bit.ly/OzarkEmpire_FlashSale

05/14/2026

We would like to congratulate all of Leadership Springfield Signature Classes 51 and 52 but especially our very own Olivia Grellner!

05/14/2026

Set your reminders! ⏰ Tomorrow, for 12 hours only, the Ozark Empire Fair Super Pass is JUST $22! Get admission and unlimited rides at over 50% off! (Over a $50 value.)

📅 Friday, May 15 • 9 AM - 9 PM
👉 https://bit.ly/OzarkEmpire_FlashSale

05/08/2026

Join us Saturday, May 30, 2026 at the Ozark Empire Fairgrounds in the North Woods for the 3rd Annual Ozarks Food Truck Rally presented by BJP Trailers.

It's a full day of incredible food, live local music, vendors, and family fun, all in one place. The best part is it is FREE to park and FREE to attend.... food and drinks will be available to purchase.
This one-day event benefits the Ozark Empire Fair Foundation and brings together some of the most creative and talented food trucks from across the region.

Come hungry and explore a wide variety of flavors, from BBQ, burgers, tacos, and pizza to sandwiches and sweet treats.

Enjoy the park like setting of the north woods of the Fairgrounds, bring a blanket or your favorite folding chair and listen to live local music throughout the day, shop from local vendors, and soak up a fun, in the laid-back atmosphere that’s perfect for the whole family.

Event Details:
Saturday, May 30, 2026
11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Ozark Empire Fairgrounds – North Woods
3001 N. Grant Ave, Springfield, MO

Enter through Gate 10 on Smith Street (across from Hillcrest High School)

Admission is completely free, and parking is free too!

This is a don’t-miss day of food, music, and community in the Ozarks. Plan to come hungry and stay all day for the 3rd Annual Ozarks Food Truck Rally presented by BJP Trailers.

To learn more, visit the Facebook Event page - https://www.facebook.com/events/560020963830699

05/07/2026

The Bayou Bandit 5th Annual Bug Bash is bringing the spice to the fairgrounds this weekend!

Saturday will be packed with Cajun flavors, cold drinks, live music, and plenty of good times at the Central Building Event Center.

Whether you’re coming for the food, the fun, or just the vibes — Bayou Bash is the place to be this weekend. Grab your crew and come pass a good time with us!

https://www.stubwire.com/e/38227/bayoubandits5thannualbugbash/ozarkempirefair/

05/02/2026

In town celebrating the National Route 66 Centennial Kickoff Celebration? Kick-off this historic summer at CornDog Kickoff TONIGHT at the Ozark Empire Fairgrounds! Doors open at 6 PM and admission includes endless fair food samples!

While on grounds, make sure to check-in with Springfield 66: Centennial Sculpture Series and get your points with I Love Springfield, MO! and their digital passport series!

Purchase your tickets and secure your spot at the Kick-Off to Summer's Biggest Party! https://www.stubwire.com/e/38164/11thannualcorndogkickoff/ozarkempirefair/