MISSOULA – It’s almost that time again…
The Western Montana Fair will kick off Wednesday, Aug. 9, 2023, at 11 a.m. at the Missoula Fairgrounds. The fair will run through Sunday evening.
This year’s fair is named the Butterfly Effect to honor the Rocky Mountain Gardens and Exploration Center which will open in a few weeks.
Set up is underway for the rides, games, and food trucks.
Pre-fair activities — including 4-H and FFA farm animal showings — began on Monday.
On Wednesday, there will be carnival activities, dance performances, a barn dance, and ‘Xtreme’ bull riding.
“Xtreme Bulls kicks off the Missoula Stampede at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, August 9 and will include Jr. Barrel Racing hosted by Marsh Performance Horses featuring 14 local racers ages 12-16,” Event & Operations Manager, Billie Ayers shared.
The PRCA rodeo will begin at 7 p.m. on Thursday. This year, the money for the rough-stock events has been doubled, raising …