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 Patricia Ryan and Dakota Country
This young blonde haired, blue eyed beauty can be found on stage performing with the likes of Charley Pride, Margo Smith, the Kinleys and Lee Ann Womac. Country Music lovers all over the country are learning what folks in the great states of Montana, North Dakota, and Minnesota have known for years - Patricia Ryan is destined to be a star. |
 Herb Dixon- Comedian
What do you get when you combine hilarious comedy and sound impressions? Herb Dixon! Herb Dixon takes everyday life experiences and skews them into epic comedy extravaganzas. It's the kind of material everybody can relate. A Comedy Sound Impressionist, Herb brings a 3rd dimension of totally realistic sound to his performances.
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 Colgate Country Showdown
Saturday, July 30, 3- 5 pm
The Colgate Country Showdown begins each spring with more than400 local talent contests sponsored by country music radio stations throughout the US. Winners advance to their respective state competitions held at leading fairs and expositions. Acts then compete for a $1,000 prize, the state title and the opportunity to advance to one of six regional finals. It's the last step before the prestigious national finals, televised to a national audience from country music's most exciting venues. |
|  Terrance B and HypnoDog
With the help of North America 's first and only hypnotizing dog, HypnoDog, Terrance B gets his audiences rolling with laughter through his power of suggestion. Trained by Terrance B, HypnoDog has all the skills to make you turn three circles before you sit down and laugh your tail off. Together, the duo will make you roll with laughter. |
Drew Peterson
With his rich, smooth voice, Drew Peterson will have you singing along with your favorite country tunes. Enjoy the warm, close connection he has with the audience; he's been known to make the hardest rockers country fans.
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Johnson Brothers, Gospel Singers
This band of brothers will provide some hand clappin', finger snappin', drum poundin', accordion playin', sing-a-long gospel music at the Montana State Fair. The Johnson Brothers have a positive energy and a sense of style that is as refreshing as their own brand of music.
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 Balyeat Family Music, Grassroots Country
Singing and dancing, this group shows their close connection. A family affair, the family will impress you with their wide range of talents and energy.
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Miss Rodeo State Fair
See these rodeo beauties compete for the titles of Miss Rodeo Queen, Miss Rodeo Princess, and Little Miss Rodeo. The two day event, running Thursday and Friday includes memorized speeches, impromptu questions, modeling, and a dance routine. |
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| Express Personnel Services Stage - Sponsored by Express Personnel Services |
 Stacey Board
Stacey was born and raised in the South, and began teaching herself guitar and writing music at the age of 13. Now with three CDs produced, Stacey has been critically acclaimed by reviewers and adored by fans coast-to-coast. In December 2001 she released her third CD, Drive . Drive was summed up as "impressive" by the Salt Lake Tribune. |
 Montana Old-Time Fiddlers
Incorporating the talents of children and adults, these fiddlers perform a variety of music ranging from old time fiddle & country western to waltzes & hoedowns. Although they have performed at the Fair before, this will be their first year in the park.
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Satin Fingers, Acoustic Rock
Not a cover musician, Satin Fingers writes all of his own music, which reflects his personal experiences. Writing since he was 12, he loves to play his twelve string guitar for everyone. |
CMR Wranglers
Baton twirling and high kicking, these girls dance to a mix of music. In addition to their own routines, they will also be performing with the Mini-Wranglers, younger dancers taught by the Wranglers.
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 Russell Country Cloggers
From 9 to 79, these cloggers will keep you entertained throughout their performance. Mixing in steps from a variety of dance genres, the group dances to everything from bluegrass and country western to jazz and rock and roll.
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 Dan Roberts, Country Western Singer
Although sometimes called a cross between a George Strait and Chris Ledoux, Dan Roberts brings his own style to the stage. After having penned a number of billboard chart songs, including several for Garth Brooks, he now has three of his own CDs out, the latest being "Viva La Cowboy." |
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| Montana Lottery Stage - Sponsored by The Montana Lottery |
Zoppe's Entertainment
From the famous circus family come the amazing acts of Justino and Daniela. Between Daniela's electrifying high speed hula hooping and Justino's extreme juggling, this duo will keep audiences captivated.
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Texas Longhorns
Information Coming Soon...
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 Big Edd
The so-called world's largest steer, we think the extra "d" in Edd is for "Dang! That's a big steer." We're not sure exactly how big Big Edd is, except that he's very difficult to lift and even harder to squeeze into the back seat of a sedan. You won't want to miss seeing this amazing animal here at the Montana State Fair.
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 Hedrick's Petting Zoo & Pig Races
World's Finest Educational Petting Zoo! Hedrick's takes pride in h ealthy animals, clean facilities, and over 40 years of show business experience. Hedrick's Educational Petting Zoo offers a wide range of exotic animals and will surely be the hit of your fair or celebration. For all kids...from 9 days to 99 years! Don't miss the pig races either!
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 Reptiles of the World
Slithery yet Interesting! Not for the faint hearted or Orphidiophobic! (Fear of Snakes) The Reptiles of the World Zoo brings fair goers many different types of reptiles including snakes, alligators, crocodiles and amphibians. The show is family friendly that allows for audience interaction with the non-venomous animals.
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Treasure State Flywheelers
Treasure State Flywheelers started back in 1979 in Great Falls, Montana. Where a group of men and women dedicated to preserving some of the past, acquired and restored antique tractors and stationary engines. At first these people met with each other because they had similar interest and hobbies. They would get together at someone's shop and fix or repair someone's flywheel engine or tractor. Soon they decided they should form a club and see about incorporating it. So in 1981, the Treasure State Flywheelers became incorporated.
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 Priefert's Texas Thunder Six-horse Hitch
Do you hear the Thunder???
The ground will rumble with Texas Thunder rolling across the country. This spectacular team of black Percheron Draft horses will be making an unforgettable appearance that you don't want to miss. Massive horses originated in France and have been used as workhorses in the US for generations.
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Carhartt NASCAR
See the Carhartt car on Tuesday afternoon in front of the Grandstand. |
Schwan's NASCAR
See the Schwan's car throughout the week by the Nature's Den. Also enjoy some Schwan's ice cream while you're there. |
 Qwest "You Can" Tour Trailer
Qwest is bringing a full interactive product center to the Montana State Fair. At the product center visitors can, Audition to appear in a Qwest commercial, send a photo or video to a friend on a wireless camera phone or e-mail photos of themselves via Web cams, Play XBOX games at the Qwest DSL gaming station, Watch DIRECTV programming through Qwest on digital TV monitors, Win instant prizes such as Apple iPod Minis and Shuffles, disposable cameras, USB keys, backpacks, water bottles and more!
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Montana Council of Co-ops Bucket Rides
Go up, up, to the top in an electrician's bucket. The Co-op will again be sponsoring rides in their trucks for children at the fair. |
 Buddy the American Buffalo
"Buddy" is a two year old "Healing" Buffalo that visits children's hospitals. After being adopted by Sharon Bahr and Del Morris, Buddy moved from his home in Cheyenne , WY to Trinidad CA where he now tours area children's hospitals and schools. Come see this friendly, people loving bison throughout the Montana State Fair in the Family Living Park.
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