Tag: Norman County Fair

Ada Public Library at the Norman County Fair 

The Ada Public Library will be at this year’s Norman County Fair, and they encourage you to swing by their booth in the coliseum. Ada Librarian Asha Osborn says the fair is an excellent time for you to learn more about their summer reading program, all while participating in an activity.  More information on the…
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June 23, 2026 0

Norman County Fair kicks off tomorrow  

The 130th Annual Norman County Fair is kicking off tomorrow, but exhibit entries are set to take place today. When it comes to exhibits the first thing that comes to mind is 4H, but Norman County Fairboard member Amy Germolus reminds us that the fair is for everyone, and that they are taking open class…
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June 23, 2026 0

Supper with a Farmer at the Norman County Fairgrounds

The Norman County Fair doesn’t get underway until Wednesday, but on Tuesday the Minnesota Farm Bureau, alongside the Norman County Corn/Soybean Growers Association will be holding their annual Supper for a Farmer appreciation dinner. Corey Hanson of the Norman County Corn/Soybean Growers Association tells us more.  As for the menu, Hanson says the meal will…
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June 22, 2026 0

Norman County 4-H gearing up for the Norman County Fair 

The 130th Annual Norman County Fair may kick off on Wednesday, but for Norman County 4H, they will be busy getting ready for the fair on Tuesday. Linda Houglum of Norman County 4H says they will be doing static exhibits and judging on Tuesday, and she shares some important information for 4H families.  As for…
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June 22, 2026 0

Norman County Fair Returns Wednesday 

Coming up on Wednesday the summer will officially begin, as that is the opening day of the 130th Annual Norman County Fair. Norman County Fairboard President Don Merkens says the goal for the fair each year is to get better, and he’s excited for some big changes, and new attractions in their 130th year.  As…
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June 22, 2026 0

All-American Lumberjack Show Comes To Norman County Fair

ADA, MN—There’s a new event at this year’s Norman County Fair in Ada.  It’s the All-American Lumberjack Show, which will be held Thursday through Saturday at 2, 4 and 6pm.  Jim Fischer, the organizer of the Lumberjack Show, tells us about the show. Fischer says if you watch the All-American Lumberjack Show, you might get…
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June 19, 2026 0

Norman County Extension seeking volunteers for Norman County Fair 

The Norman County Fair is coming up next week, and as always Norman County 4H will be very busy competing in different events and programs. However, the group is currently looking for community members to donate their time, and help out with fundraising. Linda Houglum of Norman County 4H tells us more.  Houglum says volunteering…
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June 16, 2026 0

Norman County Fair less than a month away

The 130th Annual Norman County Fair is less than a month away! Norman County Fair Board President Don Merkens says he and the rest of the board are getting very excited for what’s to come next month. Speaking of the fun things coming to the fair this year, Merkens previews some of this year’s events…
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May 27, 2026 0

Norman County Fair holding annual Syttende Mai dinner on Sunday

The Norman County Fair will be holding their annual Syttende Mai Potato Dumpling Dinner on Sunday, and all are invited to come and celebrate Norwegian heritage. Norman County Fairboard member Amy Germolus tells us more about the event.  Germolus says the dinner doubles as a fundraiser for the fair, and she explains how the funds…
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April 30, 2026 0

Norman County Fair in Ada

The Norman County Fair in Ada, MN will be held June 24-27, 2026.


March 15, 2026 0