Whole world of things to do this weekend at Louisiana State Fair
By: Nancy Cook
Updated: November 2, 2012
This weekend, there seems to be something for everyone at the Louisiana State Fair. Below is a calendar of events, times and locations within the Fair Grounds:
State Fair Championship PRCA Rodeo tonight and Saturday
Friday & Saturday, Nov. 2 & 3, 7:00 PM
Hirsch Coliseum
The PRCA Rodeo is one of the fastest growing rodeos in the South, featuring the best riders, like our very own saddle bronc rider Cody DeMoss. Don't miss the country's number one bareback horse of the year "Big Tex" and bad bulls like "Rocket Man." Plus, don't miss the hottest rodeo act - John Harrison!
Tickets now available at:
Ranchland
Topps Western World
Patton's Western Wear (Ruston, LA)
Cavender's Western Outfitters
The State Fair of Louisiana Box Office
StateFairOfLouisiana.com
Gospel Music Celebration
Saturday, Nov. 3, 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.
World of Wireless Free Entertainment Stage
The State Fair again welcomes the Annual Gospel Music Celebration, featuring great local talent and other popular groups from the region. The event is free with gate admission.
Concerts - free with gate admission - World of Wireless Stage
Friday, Nov. 2
7:30 p.m. -Palmer & The Panhandlers
9:00 p.m. - Charlie Robison
Saturday, Nov. 3
7:00 p.m. - Chris Canterbury
9:00 p.m. Frank Foster
Sunday, Nov. 4
TBA - Homade Jam
TBA Texaco Country Showdown
Midway entertainment all weekend - free with gate admission
Circus Hollywood Performances - West End
Friday, Nov. 2
Noon & 6 p.m.
Saturday, Nov. 3
Noon & 6 p.m.
Sunday, Nov. 4
Noon & 6 p.m.
Ultimate Safari - State Fair Zoo Area on Midway
Daily
10 a.m. - Close
Tiger Encounter Show
2:30 & 5:30 p.m.
AG Magic hands on agriculture experience - Exhibits Building
Daily
10 a.m. - Close
Ag Magic features a hands-on experience showing Louisiana's substantial contribution to agriculture and forestry.
BMX Pros Trick Team - West End
Friday, Nov. 2
2, 5 & 7:30 p.m.
Saturday, Nov. 3
11 a.m., 2, 5 & 7:30 p.m.
Sunday, Nov. 4
11 a.m. and 2, 5 & 7:30 p.m.
BMX Pros Trick Team is the world's number one traveling extreme sports stunt show.
Galaxy Girl Aerial Thrill Show - Midway
Daily
1, 4 & 7 p.m.
Want a thrill? Galaxy Girl will add pulse-pounding excitement to your day that will keep you on the edge of your seat. Galaxy Girl performances feature state-of-the-art lighting, mic'd host, audience interaction and incredible stunts of unmatched quality.
The Great American Duck Race - West End
Daily
11:30 a.m., 1:30, 4:30 & 6:30 p.m.
The Great American Duck Race is a unique experience which offers quality family entertainment in every show. Sixteen people are chosen for each race to release the ducks in the track. Prizes are given to the winners of each race.
For more information and up-to-the-date listings of all the events and entertainment as they are announced, visit www.statefairoflouisiana.com. Also, fair goers can become a Facebook fan at: facebook.com/TheStateFairofLouisiana.
