Western Michigan Fair

Wednesday is Kids’ Day at the fair

August 6, 2025

Photos by Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — The midway at the 86th Western Michigan Fair opened Tuesday. The grandstand event featured West MI Pullers Tractor & Truck Pull. On Wednesday, midway wristbands can be purchased for $25 from noon to 5 p.m., regular price is $35. Fair admittance: $5 per person; children ages 5 and under, free) Wednesday,…

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Western Michigan Fair begins!

August 4, 2025

Photos by Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — The 86th Western Michigan Fair began today, Monday, Aug. 4, with a few livestock shows and the Great Lakes Stakes Harness Racing. The midway opens Tuesday, Aug. 5, at 3 p.m. but there will be some fair events prior. The fair is held at the Mason County Fairgrounds located on US…

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Western Michigan Fair begins Monday

August 3, 2025

PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — The 86th Western Michigan Fair begins Monday, Aug. 4, with the midway opening Tuesday, Aug. 5. The week will be filled with a variety of events and activities from the carnival, animal exhibits, and grand stand events. The event is held at the Mason County Fairgrounds located on US 10 adjacent to the Mason County Airport.…

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PHOTO FEATURE: Western Michigan Fair, Friday and Saturday

August 13, 2023

PHOTO FEATURE: Western Michigan Fair, Friday and Saturday Photos by Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief PERE MARQUETTE — Here’s a final look at the 2023 Western Michigan Fair from events on Friday and Saturday. These photographs are copyrighted © 2023, all rights reserved by Media Group 31, LLC, PO Box 21, Scottville, MI 49454. No portion of this story or images may…

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PHOTO FEATURE: Western Michigan Fair, Thursday, Aug. 10

August 11, 2023

PHOTO FEATURE: Western Michigan Fair, Thursday, Aug. 10 Fair continues through Saturday. Photos by Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — The Western Michigan Fair continues through Saturday. Here are some highlights from Thursday’s fair. See schedule below: Friday, Aug. 11 Fair entrance: $5 per person; ages 5 and under free 10 a.m.: Horse fun games 3 p.m.: Midway opens…

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