In Memory David  Wetzstein

In Memory David Wetzstein

1940~2026

Our dear friend and fellow Fair Board Director Dave served 31 years on the board and was an iconic figure and promoter of our Grandstand Events. His passion was certainly seen during our Stock Car Races. Dave was a friend to all and we will deeply miss him.

Grandstand Information

All you need to Know!

2026 Ticket Pricing
Adults 13 years old & up: $15.00
Children 6 - 12 years old: $10.00
Children 5 years old & under: FREE
Pit Pass: $30.00
Per Fair Insurance, 16 & older only allowed in the Pits, unless the driver is 15 years of age with a valid license. This applies to Autocross, Trailer, and Demo Derby Races. Bull Riding and Open Stock Car follow the promoters' rules.

  • Cash or Credit Card accepted!

  • Advance Sale Tickets

    • Advance Sale of Grandstand Events can be purchased daily in The Beer Garden until 8 p.m.
    • Except for the Grandstand Event of the day, tickets sales end 3 hours prior to the event in the Beer Garden.
    • Cash or Credit Card accepted!
    • There is a 3% surcharge for credit cards.

    For all Grandstand Tickets

  • All Sales are Final!
  • No Refunds!
  • No Ticket, No Entry!
  • No Outside Alcohol Allowed!
  • No Cannabis of any form allowed!
  • In case of a rainout, look to our Website and Facebook page for possible reschedule of events.
  • Pit Area Rules:

    • No one under 16 yrs of age in the Pits, unless the driver is 15 yrs of age with a valid license. This applies to Auto Cross, Trailer, and Demo. Bull Riding and Stock Car will follow promoters' rules and restrictions.
    • Everyone in the Pits needs to sign a waiver.
    • Drivers under 18 must have a minor release form signed by Parent/Guardian and a notarized signature.
    • If you are a passenger, must sign a waiver.
    • If you have a pit pass you must stay in the pit pass area. You are not allowed to enter Grandstand seating area unless you want to buy Grandstand ticket.
    • No alcohol beverages or cannabis of any form allowed!

    Sponsorship and McNeilus Pass Gate

    • There will be a separate entrance for all of the Sponsorship and McNeilus Passes
    • Look for a sign North of the Ticket Booth
    • Just because you have a pass doesn't guarantee you a spot to watch
    • Plan to arrive early

    Rice Bull Riding Company Barrel Races

    Rice Bull Riding Company Barrel Races

    New to Noterman Horse Arena!

    Wednesday, July 15th @ 2:00 p.m.

    MILITARY PUBLIC SERVICE DAY!

    Admission for Military or Public Service Member is reduced to $10!

    This is a charged event. Attending this show gets you in free at the grandstand for bull riding that night. It's a 2 for 1 deal!

    Admission Gate Opens at: 1 pm

    Attention Local Barrel Racers!
    Come be apart of this event.
    Register online starting July 6th @ 6pm and closes July 8th @ 10pm!!
    Make sure select Dodge County Fair Kasson Minnesota and Not Wisconsin!!!

    Requirements
  • Check in starts at Noon. Must be checked in by 1p.
  • Must bring hard copy of coggins to turn in. No phone pictures.
  • Rice Rodeo Tour Members entry fee $60.00. Non-Members entry fee $70.00.
  • Entry fees are Cash Only!
  • Western long sleeve attire with cowboy hat or helmet required.
  • Bull Riding, Mutton Bustin, & Calf Dressing

    Wednesday, July 15th @ 7:00 p.m.

    MILITARY PUBLIC SERVICE DAY!

    Admission for Military or Public Service Member is reduced to $10!

    Front Gate Opens at: 5 pm
    Back Gate Opens at: 5 pm

    Mutton Bustin and Calf Dressing are during Intermission!


    ****NEW****
    CALF DRESSING

    This will be a 4 team calf dressing event. If you are interested sign up your team below. Once signed up we will email you waiver forms you must bring to check-in day of event. Winning team will receive belt buckles!

    Requirements
  • Must be 18 years of age or older.
  • Team must consist of 3
  • Must check-in with waiver forms prior to 6 pm day of event. This is only for those pre-registered and confirmed.



     Bull Riding Information

    ****NEW****
    MUTTON BUSTIN

    Registration for Mutton Bustin is now online! Register through the link below. Once registered Rice will email you your waiver to fill out/sign and bring with at check in on day of event.

    Register online starting July 6th @ 6pm !! Registration closes once all 30 slots are filled!
    Make sure select Dodge County Fair Kasson Minnesota and Not Wisconsin!!!

    First 30 to register are in!

    Requirements
  • Must check in prior to 5 pm at the white tent adjacent to the arena (only those pre-registered and confirmed) with your signed waiver.
  • Must be 55lbs or less and at least 3 years old.
  • Must wear long pants.
  • No flip flops or open toe shoes.
  • Must wear helmet. No helmets with visors. There will be some onsite to use.
  • One parent allowed in arena.
  • Riders will be judged on their ride and will listen for the horn at 6 seconds.
  • Dave Wetzstein Memorial Fair Race

    Dave Wetzstein Memorial Fair Race

    Nine Zero Promotions

    Thursday, July 16th @ 7:00 p.m.

    Front Gate Opens at: 5 pm
    Back Gate Opens at: 2 pm

    2026 Classes
    TBD

    Large Purse!

    This is being promoted by Nine Zero Promotions so the pits will be open to all. No age restrictions!

    Auto Cross Race

    Auto Cross Race

    Entertainment Returns

    Friday, July 17th @ 6:00​ p.m.

    Front Gate Opens at: 4 pm
    Back Gate Opens at: 2 pm

    Dodge Mayhem Trailer Race

    Dodge Mayhem Trailer Race

    Saturday Mayhem Returns!

    Saturday, July 18th @ 5:00 p.m.

    McNeilus Trucking Family Day!

    Front Gate Opens at: 3 pm
    Back Gate Opens at: 1 pm


    DC Championship Demo Derby

    DC Championship Demo Derby

    Fair fan favorite year after year!

    Sunday, July 19th @ 2:00 p.m.

    Front Gate Opens at: 11 am
    Back Gate Opens at: 10 am Closes at: 1 pm

    Kids Power Wheels Derby @ 1:30 p.m

    2026 Bicycle Giveaway Sponsors


    Berge Farms, Dodge Center, MN