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Dancin' in The Dirt

Since it’s our 75th anniversary, we are going big for Dancin’ in the Dirt and bringing Tri-Cities native James Otto back to play his hometown fair and rodeo. Although James has called Nashville home for more than 20 years, he was raised in Benton City and graduated from Ki-Be High School. Join your friends in the Lithia Ram Arena immediately following Saturday night’s Championship round for drinks, dancing, and good country music to close out fair week. James Otto’s hit “Just Got Started Lovin’ You” was the biggest hit in all of country music in 2008. You won’t want to miss this!

Knutzen Brothers

The Knutzen Brothers hail from Finley and are a Fair favorite. Gabriel and Caleb started playing music in their parent’s garage in high school and honed their craft on nights and weekends playing patios around the Tri-Cities. We are happy to welcome them back to the 3 Eyed Fish Wine Garden, where they have been a staple since 2017!

Live Art

Local artist Heidi Elkington will be painting live Tuesday thru Friday. Heidi did live painting at the fair in 2019, and we are happy to have her back. Her work can be found around the Tri-Cities, including murals at the Uptown Shopping Center in Richland and KIE in Kennewick.

Paint Parties

The Painted Syrah will be hosting paint parties at 11:30 a.m. & 2:00 p.m. daily in the 3 Eyed Fish Wine Garden and Tap House. Sign-up now as these events are sure to sell out. Register www.facebook.com/thepaintedsyrah

Cheer, Dance, and Band Showcase

Thursday, August 24 at 10 am at the Movement Mortgage Main Stage.

3 City Slingers Cornhole

Don’t miss your chance to win some cash and have fun at the 3 City Slingers Cornhole Tournament at the Benton Franklin Fair. The Switch Tournament will be on Friday, August 25, with a $20 entry fee per person. Saturday, August 26, will be the BYOP Tournament, with a $50 entry fee per team. Payouts for both tournaments will be 50/30/20%. Entry fees include fair admission and a souvenir t-shirt.

Who makes the best bloody mary in Town? Bartenders and backyarders will show down on Saturday, Aug. 26, in the HHR Tailgate Zone. Come cheer for your favorite and enjoy a bloody mary. We’ll have awards for taste and presentation!

Classic Car Show

10 a.m. Tuesday, August 22 in the Office Courtyard