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Gallery: 2016 Montana State Fair

Concession stands selling everything from pizza to snow cones can be found amidst the Mighty Thomas Carnival at the Montana Expo Park. Side attractions and rides can also be found in the carnival area.
Concession stands selling everything from pizza to snow cones can be found amidst the Mighty Thomas Carnival at the Montana Expo Park. Side attractions and rides can also be found in the carnival area.
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Trey Taylor, 2, receives a prize from a side attraction in the Mighty Thomas Carnival during the Montana State Fair.
Trey Taylor, 2, receives a prize from a side attraction in the Mighty Thomas Carnival during the Montana State Fair.
Annisa Keith
A Spin Art booth attendant casts a shadow on the back wall of the tent along the edge of the Central Park on the grounds of the Montana Expo Park during the Montana State Fair.
A Spin Art booth attendant casts a shadow on the back wall of the tent along the edge of the Central Park on the grounds of the Montana Expo Park during the Montana State Fair.
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Juan Nunobullchild, 2, points to a prize behind the glass at a side attraction at the Mighty Thomas Carnival Thursday night at the Montana State Fair. His mother holds him on the counter for additional support.
Juan Nunobullchild, 2, points to a prize behind the glass at a side attraction at the Mighty Thomas Carnival Thursday night at the Montana State Fair. His mother holds him on the counter for additional support.
Annisa Keith
Patrick O'Brian tends to the grill at his food stand, Bourbon Chicken Skewers. The O'Brian family runs the skewer stand during the Motnana State Fair.
Patrick O'Brian tends to the grill at his food stand, Bourbon Chicken Skewers. The O'Brian family runs the skewer stand during the Motnana State Fair.
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Fair goers stare at the Zipper, a popular ride at the Mighty Thomas Carnival on Thursday during the Montana State Fair. Other popular attractions include the Super Shot, the Moby Dick, Pharohs Fury, and the Ferris Wheel.
Fair goers stare at the Zipper, a popular ride at the Mighty Thomas Carnival on Thursday during the Montana State Fair. Other popular attractions include the Super Shot, the Moby Dick, Pharohs Fury, and the Ferris Wheel.
Annisa Keith
Concession stands selling everything from pizza to snow cones can be found amidst the Mighty Thomas Carnival at the Montana Expo Park. Side attractions and rides can also be found in the carnival area.
Concession stands selling everything from pizza to snow cones can be found amidst the Mighty Thomas Carnival at the Montana Expo Park. Side attractions and rides can also be found in the carnival area.
Annisa Keith
Abi DeVos, age 8, and Claire Ruckman, age 18, both from Fairfield, wash their hogs in the Livestock Pavillion on Friday at the Montana State Fair.
Abi DeVos, age 8, and Claire Ruckman, age 18, both from Fairfield, wash their hogs in the Livestock Pavillion on Friday at the Montana State Fair.
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Abi DeVos, age 8, and Claire Ruckman, age 18, both from Fairfield, wash their hogs in the Livestock Pavillion on Friday at the Montana State Fair.
Abi DeVos, age 8, and Claire Ruckman, age 18, both from Fairfield, wash their hogs in the Livestock Pavillion on Friday at the Montana State Fair.
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Tanner Vaner, age 8, pushes his brother Kade around the Livestock Pavillion on Friday during the Montana State Fair.
Tanner Vaner, age 8, pushes his brother Kade around the Livestock Pavillion on Friday during the Montana State Fair.
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Goat in the Livestock Pavillion at the Montana State Fair on Friday.
Goat in the Livestock Pavillion at the Montana State Fair on Friday.
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Kyona Yeager, age 10, sits patiently as her mother, Cande, does her hair in the Livestock Pavillion at the Montana State Fair on Friday.
Kyona Yeager, age 10, sits patiently as her mother, Cande, does her hair in the Livestock Pavillion at the Montana State Fair on Friday.
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Mika Haagenson and Daniel Badgley chat after ribbons were awarded in the Poultry Senior Showmanship on Friday at the Montana State Fair.
Mika Haagenson and Daniel Badgley chat after ribbons were awarded in the Poultry Senior Showmanship on Friday at the Montana State Fair.
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Mika Haagenson was awarded a first place ribbon in the Poultry Senior Showmanship on Friday at the Montana State Fair.
Mika Haagenson was awarded a first place ribbon in the Poultry Senior Showmanship on Friday at the Montana State Fair.
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Blake Jensen ties the Poultry Junior Showmanship first place ribbon in the to the cage of his chicken on Friday at the Montana State Fair.
Blake Jensen ties the Poultry Junior Showmanship first place ribbon in the to the cage of his chicken on Friday at the Montana State Fair.
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An Old English Game Bantum rooster at the Montana State Fair.
An Old English Game Bantum rooster at the Montana State Fair.
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Poultry showmanship judging gets underway in the Rabbit and Poultry Barn at the Montana State Fair on Friday.
Poultry showmanship judging gets underway in the Rabbit and Poultry Barn at the Montana State Fair on Friday.
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A Silkie Bearded chicken at the Montana State Fair.
A Silkie Bearded chicken at the Montana State Fair.
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2016 Montana State Fair.
2016 Montana State Fair.
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4-H ice cream stand in the Livestock Pavillion at the Montana State Fair on Friday.
4-H ice cream stand in the Livestock Pavillion at the Montana State Fair on Friday.
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Bob and Deb Tomaskie's mule wagon gives rides to fair goers on Friday at the Montana State Fair.
Bob and Deb Tomaskie's mule wagon gives rides to fair goers on Friday at the Montana State Fair.
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Red Leaf Henna booth at the Montana State Fair, Friday.
Red Leaf Henna booth at the Montana State Fair, Friday.
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Daniel Kallstrom pulls Keegyn and Bristol Naillon in a wagon at the Montana State Fair on Friday.
Daniel Kallstrom pulls Keegyn and Bristol Naillon in a wagon at the Montana State Fair on Friday.
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Emma Simms enjoys an ice cream cone of Friday at the Montana State Fair.
Emma Simms enjoys an ice cream cone of Friday at the Montana State Fair.
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Livestock Pavillion at the Montana State Fair on Friday
Livestock Pavillion at the Montana State Fair on Friday
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Maxx Wachtol with his rat Jynko at the Montana State Fair on Friday.
Maxx Wachtol with his rat Jynko at the Montana State Fair on Friday.
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Cruz Riggin, 7, jumps from the Zero Shock jump in the Central Park in the Montana Expo Park during the Montana State Fair.
Cruz Riggin, 7, jumps from the Zero Shock jump in the Central Park in the Montana Expo Park during the Montana State Fair.
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A security guard talks to children sitting in the South Park on Wednesday evening during the Montana State Fair.
A security guard talks to children sitting in the South Park on Wednesday evening during the Montana State Fair.
Annisa Keith
A small group of fair goers gather by a side attraction on Wednesday evening at the Montana State Fair amidst the Mighty Thomas Carnival.
A small group of fair goers gather by a side attraction on Wednesday evening at the Montana State Fair amidst the Mighty Thomas Carnival.
Annisa Keith
Noah Roberts, 13, flips his skateboard beside the Tornado amidst rides and attractions found at the Mighty Thomas Carnival on Wednesday evening at the Montana State Fair.
Noah Roberts, 13, flips his skateboard beside the Tornado amidst rides and attractions found at the Mighty Thomas Carnival on Wednesday evening at the Montana State Fair.
Annisa Keith
Royce Levine, 6, flies the colors after the National Anthem on Thursday in the Grandstand during the rodeo at the Montana State Fair.
Royce Levine, 6, flies the colors after the National Anthem on Thursday in the Grandstand during the rodeo at the Montana State Fair.
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Children gaze at the prints in the photography gallery iin the Fine Arts building at the Montana Expo Park during the Montana State Fair.
Children gaze at the prints in the photography gallery iin the Fine Arts building at the Montana Expo Park during the Montana State Fair.
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Hylas, 2, eats a corn dog on the steps of the Administration Building at the end of food alley during the Montana State Fair.
Hylas, 2, eats a corn dog on the steps of the Administration Building at the end of food alley during the Montana State Fair.
Annisa Keith
Wesley, 4, pedals buring the Kids' Pedal Tractor Pull on Thursday during the Montana State Fair. Children competed for prizes after hauling the most weight across the 25ft track.
Wesley, 4, pedals buring the Kids' Pedal Tractor Pull on Thursday during the Montana State Fair. Children competed for prizes after hauling the most weight across the 25ft track.
Annisa Keith
The Donut Bros mini doughnut stand sits in the shadow of the ferris wheel on food alley on Thursday at the Montana State Fair.
The Donut Bros mini doughnut stand sits in the shadow of the ferris wheel on food alley on Thursday at the Montana State Fair.
Annisa Keith
Fair goers walk along food alley during the dinner rush at the Montana State Fair on Thursday evening. Food alley features treats such as deep fried twinkies, vikings, and many more rare delicacies.
Fair goers walk along food alley during the dinner rush at the Montana State Fair on Thursday evening. Food alley features treats such as deep fried twinkies, vikings, and many more rare delicacies.
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A parade of tractors cruises through the grounds of Montana Expo Park on Thursday during the Montana State Fair. Over 15 tractors weave through crowds of fair goers.
A parade of tractors cruises through the grounds of Montana Expo Park on Thursday during the Montana State Fair. Over 15 tractors weave through crowds of fair goers.
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Mighty Thomas Carnival side attraction attendants sand in the shade of their kiosk during the Montana State Fair.
Mighty Thomas Carnival side attraction attendants sand in the shade of their kiosk during the Montana State Fair.
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Goats, lambs, rams, and other livestock wait in the Livestock Pavilion during the Montana State Fair Open Show at the Montana Expo Park.
Goats, lambs, rams, and other livestock wait in the Livestock Pavilion during the Montana State Fair Open Show at the Montana Expo Park.
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Ribbons for the Goat Show sit on a table beside the show ring in the Livestock Pavilion during the Montana State Fair.
Ribbons for the Goat Show sit on a table beside the show ring in the Livestock Pavilion during the Montana State Fair.
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Goats, lambs, rams, and other livestock wait in the Livestock Pavilion during the Montana State Fair Open Show at the Montana Expo Park.
Goats, lambs, rams, and other livestock wait in the Livestock Pavilion during the Montana State Fair Open Show at the Montana Expo Park.
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Cristin Dreher sheers a sheep in the Livestock Pavilion on the day of the Montana State Fair Open Sheep Show.
Cristin Dreher sheers a sheep in the Livestock Pavilion on the day of the Montana State Fair Open Sheep Show.
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Goats stand at attention during the best of show evaluation in the judging ring in the Livestock Pavilion during the week of the Montana State Fair.
Goats stand at attention during the best of show evaluation in the judging ring in the Livestock Pavilion during the week of the Montana State Fair.
Annisa Keith
Goats, lambs, rams, and other livestock wait in the Livestock Pavilion during the Montana State Fair Open Show at the Montana Expo Park.
Goats, lambs, rams, and other livestock wait in the Livestock Pavilion during the Montana State Fair Open Show at the Montana Expo Park.
Annisa Keith
Goats stand at attention during the best of show evaluation in the judging ring in the Livestock Pavilion during the week of the Montana State Fair.
Goats stand at attention during the best of show evaluation in the judging ring in the Livestock Pavilion during the week of the Montana State Fair.
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Goats stand at attention during the best of show evaluation in the judging ring in the Livestock Pavilion during the week of the Montana State Fair.
Goats stand at attention during the best of show evaluation in the judging ring in the Livestock Pavilion during the week of the Montana State Fair.
Annisa Keith
Goats stand at attention during the best of show evaluation in the judging ring in the Livestock Pavilion during the week of the Montana State Fair.
Goats stand at attention during the best of show evaluation in the judging ring in the Livestock Pavilion during the week of the Montana State Fair.
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A nubian doe named Saada Xtra Adore A Belle, won goat Best of Show and Best Udder during the open show in the Livestock Pavilion during fair week at the Montana Expo Park.
A nubian doe named Saada Xtra Adore A Belle, won goat Best of Show and Best Udder during the open show in the Livestock Pavilion during fair week at the Montana Expo Park.
Annisa Keith
A nubian doe named Saada Xtra Adore A Belle, won goat Best of Show and Best Udder during the open show in the Livestock Pavilion during fair week at the Montana Expo Park.
A nubian doe named Saada Xtra Adore A Belle, won goat Best of Show and Best Udder during the open show in the Livestock Pavilion during fair week at the Montana Expo Park.
Annisa Keith
A nubian doe named Saada Xtra Adore A Belle, won goat Best of Show and Best Udder during the open show in the Livestock Pavilion during fair week at the Montana Expo Park.
A nubian doe named Saada Xtra Adore A Belle, won goat Best of Show and Best Udder during the open show in the Livestock Pavilion during fair week at the Montana Expo Park.
Annisa Keith
Paige Cromwell, left, and Jacob Segovia run around in the Zoom attraction on the third night of the Montana State Fair. The Zoom attraction can be found in the South Park and operates from 5 to 11pm.
Paige Cromwell, left, and Jacob Segovia run around in the Zoom attraction on the third night of the Montana State Fair. The Zoom attraction can be found in the South Park and operates from 5 to 11pm.
Annisa Keith
Branden Wiren, 10, of Corvallis, shows a ram in the Livestock Pavillion during the Montana State Fair Open Sheep Show. Branden won five ribbons during Saturday's event.
Branden Wiren, 10, of Corvallis, shows a ram in the Livestock Pavillion during the Montana State Fair Open Sheep Show. Branden won five ribbons during Saturday's event.
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Byron Faulkner holds his sheep at attention in the judging ring during the Montana State Fair Open Sheep Show. Participants of all ages brought sheep, rams, goats, and many more to Saturday's event. Faulkner is in his fourth year of entering sheep in the competion.
Byron Faulkner holds his sheep at attention in the judging ring during the Montana State Fair Open Sheep Show. Participants of all ages brought sheep, rams, goats, and many more to Saturday's event. Faulkner is in his fourth year of entering sheep in the competion.
Annisa Keith
Cristin Dreher holds her ram's head high during judging at the Montana State Fair Open Sheep Show on Saturday in the Livestock Pavillion.
Cristin Dreher holds her ram's head high during judging at the Montana State Fair Open Sheep Show on Saturday in the Livestock Pavillion.
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A sheep rests against a wire pen in the Livestock Pavillion on Saturday Competitors entered sheep and goats of all ages to be judged in the Montana State Fair Open Sheep Show.
A sheep rests against a wire pen in the Livestock Pavillion on Saturday Competitors entered sheep and goats of all ages to be judged in the Montana State Fair Open Sheep Show.
Annisa Keith
The Great Falls Horse Race Meet gate crew stands in front of the gate before a race on Sunday during the Montana State Fair.
The Great Falls Horse Race Meet gate crew stands in front of the gate before a race on Sunday during the Montana State Fair.
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The Cliff Hanger spins people around on the Mighty Thomas Carnival at the Montana State Fair.
The Cliff Hanger spins people around on the Mighty Thomas Carnival at the Montana State Fair.
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The line for the Moby Dick stretches far beyond the ticket gate for the ride in the Mighty Thomas Carnival at the Montana State Fair.
The line for the Moby Dick stretches far beyond the ticket gate for the ride in the Mighty Thomas Carnival at the Montana State Fair.
Annisa Keith
The Tornado rotates and spins riders around during Rock N' Ride on the first night of the Montana State Fair.
The Tornado rotates and spins riders around during Rock N' Ride on the first night of the Montana State Fair.
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The Zipper spins riders in three different ways while spectators look on from the ground in the Mighty Thomas Carnival during the Montana State Fair.
The Zipper spins riders in three different ways while spectators look on from the ground in the Mighty Thomas Carnival during the Montana State Fair.
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Brianna Williams, age 9, plays a carnival game while at the Montana State Fair with her grandmother Denise Kagarise on Tuesday afternoon.
Brianna Williams, age 9, plays a carnival game while at the Montana State Fair with her grandmother Denise Kagarise on Tuesday afternoon.
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Brianna Williams, age 9, roots on her grandmother, Denise Kagarise, while they play a carnival game at the Montana State Fair on Tuesday afternoon.
Brianna Williams, age 9, roots on her grandmother, Denise Kagarise, while they play a carnival game at the Montana State Fair on Tuesday afternoon.
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Gary Moritz hand crafted a functioning 1:10 scale miniature cannon based on the 24-pound cannon carried by the USS Constitiution in 1779. Moritz won the creative arts best of show award at the Montana State Fair.
Gary Moritz hand crafted a functioning 1:10 scale miniature cannon based on the 24-pound cannon carried by the USS Constitiution in 1779. Moritz won the creative arts best of show award at the Montana State Fair.
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Kids play basketball during downtime in the Livestock Pavillion on Tuesday at the Montana State Fair.
Kids play basketball during downtime in the Livestock Pavillion on Tuesday at the Montana State Fair.
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Ted Funyak restored an Eastman Kodak camera from 1925, taking home a best of show award.
Ted Funyak restored an Eastman Kodak camera from 1925, taking home a best of show award.
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The lens of a 1925 Eastman Kodak camera that Ted Funyak restored, taking home a best of show award.
The lens of a 1925 Eastman Kodak camera that Ted Funyak restored, taking home a best of show award.
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Royce Dake gives taxidermy demonstrations in Exhibition Hall at the Montana State Fair on Tuesday.
Royce Dake gives taxidermy demonstrations in Exhibition Hall at the Montana State Fair on Tuesday.
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Hunter Kinsey, age 12, throws a baseball at glass bottles on the midway at the Montana State Fair on Tuesday.
Hunter Kinsey, age 12, throws a baseball at glass bottles on the midway at the Montana State Fair on Tuesday.
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Raya Buley's pencil drawing on display in Exhibition Hall on Tuesday at the Montana State Fair.
Raya Buley's pencil drawing on display in Exhibition Hall on Tuesday at the Montana State Fair.
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Madeline Matthews checks out animal mounts by Trophy Taxidermy Studio on display in Exhibition Hall on Tuesday at the Montana State Fair.
Madeline Matthews checks out animal mounts by Trophy Taxidermy Studio on display in Exhibition Hall on Tuesday at the Montana State Fair.
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Elsie Clark won a best in show ribbon for her map of the United States using different types of polished stone at the Montana State Fair.
Elsie Clark won a best in show ribbon for her map of the United States using different types of polished stone at the Montana State Fair.
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Corrine Matthews, age 10, paints ceramics with Sherry Garbarino in Exhibition during the Montana State Fair on Tuesday.
Corrine Matthews, age 10, paints ceramics with Sherry Garbarino in Exhibition during the Montana State Fair on Tuesday.
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Morgan LaRoque points to the prize he wants on the midway at the Montana State Fair on Tuesday.
Morgan LaRoque points to the prize he wants on the midway at the Montana State Fair on Tuesday.
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Royce Dake gives taxidermy demonstrations in Exhibition Hall at the Montana State Fair on Tuesday.
Royce Dake gives taxidermy demonstrations in Exhibition Hall at the Montana State Fair on Tuesday.
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The Montana State Fair's school art contest on display in Exhibition Hall, Tuesday.
The Montana State Fair's school art contest on display in Exhibition Hall, Tuesday.
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From left, Anastasia, Robin, and Brooklyn, 4, perfom for Miss Linda's School of Dance on the 3 Rivers stage during Rock N' Ride on opening night at the Montana State Fair on Friday.
From left, Anastasia, Robin, and Brooklyn, 4, perfom for Miss Linda's School of Dance on the 3 Rivers stage during Rock N' Ride on opening night at the Montana State Fair on Friday.
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Madeline, 11, performs flamenco on the 3 Rivers stage for Miss Linda's School of Dance during the first night of the Montana State Fair on Friday. The fair is in Great Falls until Aug 6.
Madeline, 11, performs flamenco on the 3 Rivers stage for Miss Linda's School of Dance during the first night of the Montana State Fair on Friday. The fair is in Great Falls until Aug 6.
Annisa Keith
Kids take in rides at the carnival section during the Rock N' Ride on the first night of the Montana State Fair on Friday. The Montana State Fair features entertainment for all ages including exhibitions, rides, and unique treats.
Kids take in rides at the carnival section during the Rock N' Ride on the first night of the Montana State Fair on Friday. The Montana State Fair features entertainment for all ages including exhibitions, rides, and unique treats.
Annisa Keith
Fair goers attend Rock N' Ride on the first evening of the Montana State Fair. Entertainment for the whole family includes unique fair foods, shopping, rides, and exhibitions. The Montana State Fair continues all week through Aug 6.
Fair goers attend Rock N' Ride on the first evening of the Montana State Fair. Entertainment for the whole family includes unique fair foods, shopping, rides, and exhibitions. The Montana State Fair continues all week through Aug 6.
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Mrs. Potatohead stares at onions.
Mrs. Potatohead stares at onions.
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Judy McCaffrey, center, sorts vegetables on the first evening of the Montana State Fair.
Judy McCaffrey, center, sorts vegetables on the first evening of the Montana State Fair.
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Elaena, 2, gets her face painted on the first evening of the Montana State Fair on Friday.
Elaena, 2, gets her face painted on the first evening of the Montana State Fair on Friday.
Annisa Keith
Fair goers attend Rock N' Ride on the first evening of the Montana State Fair. Entertainment for the whole family includes unique fair foods, shopping, rides, and exhibitions. The Montana State Fair continues all week through Aug 6.
Fair goers attend Rock N' Ride on the first evening of the Montana State Fair. Entertainment for the whole family includes unique fair foods, shopping, rides, and exhibitions. The Montana State Fair continues all week through Aug 6.
Annisa Keith
Fair goers attend Rock N' Ride on the first evening of the Montana State Fair. Entertainment for the whole family includes unique fair foods, shopping, rides, and exhibitions. The Montana State Fair continues all week through Aug 6.
Fair goers attend Rock N' Ride on the first evening of the Montana State Fair. Entertainment for the whole family includes unique fair foods, shopping, rides, and exhibitions. The Montana State Fair continues all week through Aug 6.
Annisa Keith
Cool ducks chill in a pond at the Montana State Fair.
Cool ducks chill in a pond at the Montana State Fair.
Annisa Keith
Fair goers attend Rock N' Ride on the first evening of the Montana State Fair. Entertainment for the whole family includes unique fair foods, shopping, rides, and exhibitions. The Montana State Fair continues all week through Aug 6.
Fair goers attend Rock N' Ride on the first evening of the Montana State Fair. Entertainment for the whole family includes unique fair foods, shopping, rides, and exhibitions. The Montana State Fair continues all week through Aug 6.
Annisa Keith
Fair goers attend Rock N' Ride on the first evening of the Montana State Fair. Entertainment for the whole family includes unique fair foods, shopping, rides, and exhibitions. The Montana State Fair continues all week through Aug 6.
Fair goers attend Rock N' Ride on the first evening of the Montana State Fair. Entertainment for the whole family includes unique fair foods, shopping, rides, and exhibitions. The Montana State Fair continues all week through Aug 6.
Annisa Keith
Fair goers attend Rock N' Ride on the first evening of the Montana State Fair. Entertainment for the whole family includes unique fair foods, shopping, rides, and exhibitions. The Montana State Fair continues all week through Aug 6.
Fair goers attend Rock N' Ride on the first evening of the Montana State Fair. Entertainment for the whole family includes unique fair foods, shopping, rides, and exhibitions. The Montana State Fair continues all week through Aug 6.
Annisa Keith
Fair goers attend Rock N' Ride on the first evening of the Montana State Fair. Entertainment for the whole family includes unique fair foods, shopping, rides, and exhibitions. The Montana State Fair continues all week through Aug 6.
Fair goers attend Rock N' Ride on the first evening of the Montana State Fair. Entertainment for the whole family includes unique fair foods, shopping, rides, and exhibitions. The Montana State Fair continues all week through Aug 6.
Annisa Keith
Will McCoy sets up a War Hammer gaming demonstration on the first evening of the Montana State Fair on Friday.
Will McCoy sets up a War Hammer gaming demonstration on the first evening of the Montana State Fair on Friday.
Annisa Keith
A turtle watermelon sits on display at the Montana State Fair.
A turtle watermelon sits on display at the Montana State Fair.
Annisa Keith
"Wolfman" and "Dracula" busts sit on display on Friday during the Montana State Fair staring at specators from behind the glass of a display case.
"Wolfman" and "Dracula" busts sit on display on Friday during the Montana State Fair staring at specators from behind the glass of a display case.
Annisa Keith
Fair goers attend Rock N' Ride on the first evening of the Montana State Fair. Entertainment for the whole family includes unique fair foods, shopping, rides, and exhibitions. The Montana State Fair continues all week through Aug 6.
Fair goers attend Rock N' Ride on the first evening of the Montana State Fair. Entertainment for the whole family includes unique fair foods, shopping, rides, and exhibitions. The Montana State Fair continues all week through Aug 6.
Annisa Keith
A dancer for Miss Linda's School of Dance adjusts her outfit before performance on the 3 Rivers stage on Friday, the first evening of the Montana State Fair.
A dancer for Miss Linda's School of Dance adjusts her outfit before performance on the 3 Rivers stage on Friday, the first evening of the Montana State Fair.
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Sheyla, Skylar, and Quinci, 10, stand in the staging area of the 3 Rivers stage before their performance on Friday for Miss Linda's School of Dance on the first evening of the Montana State Fair.
Sheyla, Skylar, and Quinci, 10, stand in the staging area of the 3 Rivers stage before their performance on Friday for Miss Linda's School of Dance on the first evening of the Montana State Fair.
Annisa Keith
Fair goers attend Rock N' Ride on the first evening of the Montana State Fair. Entertainment for the whole family includes unique fair foods, shopping, rides, and exhibitions. The Montana State Fair continues all week through Aug 6.
Fair goers attend Rock N' Ride on the first evening of the Montana State Fair. Entertainment for the whole family includes unique fair foods, shopping, rides, and exhibitions. The Montana State Fair continues all week through Aug 6.
Annisa Keith
Neil Egan warms up his guitar behind the 3 Rivers stage during the Rock N' Ride on Friday on the first evening of the Montana State Fair. Egan belongs to the 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing Band along with around 40 others.
Neil Egan warms up his guitar behind the 3 Rivers stage during the Rock N' Ride on Friday on the first evening of the Montana State Fair. Egan belongs to the 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing Band along with around 40 others.
Annisa Keith
Jacob, 7, runs on water onr the first day of the Montana State Fair. The fair is held at the Montana Expo Park and continues on until Aug 6.
Jacob, 7, runs on water onr the first day of the Montana State Fair. The fair is held at the Montana Expo Park and continues on until Aug 6.
Annisa Keith
Fair goers attend Rock N' Ride on the first evening of the Montana State Fair. Entertainment for the whole family includes unique fair foods, shopping, rides, and exhibitions. The Montana State Fair continues all week through Aug 6.
Fair goers attend Rock N' Ride on the first evening of the Montana State Fair. Entertainment for the whole family includes unique fair foods, shopping, rides, and exhibitions. The Montana State Fair continues all week through Aug 6.
Annisa Keith
From fried treats to cool ice cream, the Montana State Fair has something for everyone.
From fried treats to cool ice cream, the Montana State Fair has something for everyone.
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Triggs Markle, 7, points at a prize stuffed tiger he won after popping three balloons with darts during the Rock N' Ride at the Montana State Fair on Friday. The Markle family was travelling through Great Falls from Calgary when they decided to stop and take in all the fair has to offer.
Triggs Markle, 7, points at a prize stuffed tiger he won after popping three balloons with darts during the Rock N' Ride at the Montana State Fair on Friday. The Markle family was travelling through Great Falls from Calgary when they decided to stop and take in all the fair has to offer.
Annisa Keith