Cheyenne County Fair and Rodeo, Sidney Nebraska

10/23/2024

Don't miss out on this fantastic fundraiser for our local 4-H clubs! Join us this Saturday night at the Cheyenne County Fairgrounds for an exciting evening. There will be games for all ages, delicious food, a photo booth, and the ever-popular cake walk, among many other attractions at this year’s Fall Penny Carnival. We hope to see you there!

08/01/2024

Saturday night's derby was an unforgettable experience. Despite a torrential downpour that turned the track into a muddy mess and left us without power or arena lights, the event persevered. As tensions rose, Wil Steinbeck took the stage to assure the crowd that the derby would continue—with one stipulation: the national anthem had to be sung.

With no sound system or microphone available, the responsibility fell to the audience. In that moment, the grandstands erupted as the crowd began to sing in unison. Tears of joy filled our eyes, and chills ran down our spines as we witnessed a heartfelt display of American spirit.

We're reaching out to see if anyone captured video of that incredible moment of the crowd singing the national anthem. We would love to share it with everyone on Facebook!

07/31/2024

Cheyenne County, let’s hear it for the first annual Rubber Check Race winners! 1st was Diamond 9 fencing, 2nd M2 Performance, and 3rd went to JB Trucking! 1st also took home a nice buckle!

If you missed the event, mark your calendar for next year you won’t want to miss it!

07/28/2024

The Cheyenne County Fair Board has gone live to draw the winners for the beef raffle. Due to the inclement weather last night at the demo derby, we had to postpone the drawing until today. Your winners are:
Jan Virgil
Tony Balandran
Dean Gipfert
Brian Crow

All winners will be notified and given additional information about the processing. For those that aren't familiar with the raffle, we offered 4 chances to win a 1/4 beef with processing included. Tickets were only $25 each. That's a load of beef for only 25 bucks.

Thank you to all entrants!

07/28/2024

What happens when 1.2 inches of rain falls just before a derby? You find yourself pondering all the possible challenges ahead: a muddy arena, a slow-moving storm, and a power outage. Just when you're about to call it and cancel the event, a miracle occurs.

While we were speaking to the ticket holders, Wil Steinbeck was busy organizing a driver's meeting. The derby drivers had come to put on a show and were determined not to leave without doing just that. With no power and no clear timeline for its return, the drivers made a bold decision: the derby would go on, no matter what.

As they revved up their cars to line up in the arena, another miracle happened—the power was restored! A huge thank you to Wheat Belt Public Power District for making the night possible. We quickly brought in heavy equipment to clear as much mud and water as we could, and the flags dropped at 8:35 PM. We even managed to sell over 300 additional tickets!

Three heats, a $100 man run for the kids, some slip and slide mud action, and a lawn mower race later, we wrapped up the night at 10:30 PM. It was a testament to a community that refuses to lose hope, no matter the circumstances. We are truly grateful to each and every one of you who stood by us and kept the faith. What a show it was!

07/28/2024

07/28/2024

These derby drivers came here for one reason, to put on a show! And they are doing just that! We are running this derby and the crowd is ecstatic

07/28/2024

Tonight's derby will have a 1 hour delay, with a new tentative start time of 8 PM. WE WILL STILL HAVE THE DERBY so come on out and grab your seats!

07/27/2024

Day 8 of 8!

As the sun sets this evening on the last day of fair week (presented by Ron’s Towing Sidney Nebraska), mixed feelings will fill the air. After a week packed with fun, laughter, and hard work, it’s time to look back on the memories made. This week brought families and friends together through exciting events and competitions, creating lasting bonds. For all the volunteers, dedicated 4-H members, and others who worked hard to make the fair a success, the early mornings and late nights will finally be over. As we gather one last time to share smiles and stories, we feel grateful for what we’ve created and look forward to the next fair with anticipation.

This morning starts at 9 AM with the livestock auction, a day when the hard work of our 4-H members pays off as they sell their animals and say their final goodbyes. We invite all community members and businesses to come to the livestock pavilion to show support for these dedicated 4-Hers, whether by purchasing an animal or simply attending to cheer them on. Let’s fill the Vitalix Pavilion with our community spirit and encourage these young participants as they celebrate their achievements! We've also got a special and heart warming announcement to pass along from last night's special guest Dylan Wheeler.

Theres something for everyone to do at the fair today, so stick around after the auction and enjoy all the activities we have to offer. Heres a few highlights happening throughout the day:

-After the auction, buyers are invited to a buyers appreciation lunch in the 4H building.
-2 Flying Debris Shows at 1 PM and 3 PM in the commercial building
-Trwisted Rich Hypnosis will be in commercial building at 5 PM
-Adrenaline Alley will be open from 5-9 PM
-Finally, the Demolition Derby (promoted by Wil 'B' Urs Promotions and Wil Steinbeck)with lawn mower races mark the end to fair week, starting at 7 PM. Don't miss this event featuring a special guest who will perform the national anthem in sign language. The granddaughter of one of our top sponsors, Lazy S Ranch, will take center stage for this unique performance!

Don't forget about our MONSTER MEAT giveaway happening today during the demolition derby. We've got 4 chances for you to win a 1/4 beef, fully processed, for just $25 per ticket. You do not need to be present to win.

Come out for the last day of fair and take in all the excitement, as we celebrate the hard work of all involved one last time.

07/26/2024

Day 7 of 8!

Get ready for a day packed with excitement! Be sure to check out the schedule below:

Last night's show with Thomas Mac and Chayce Beckham was electrifying, and we're taking it up a notch tonight with Dylan Wheeler and David Nail! Don't miss out on the action. Remember to bring your lawn chairs if you prefer a more comfortable spot, or take advantage of our standing room available to general admission. To make the most of your experience, arrive early to grab some delicious food, pick up your ticket, and help us fill the stands!

Couple events to highlight this afternoon:
4 PM: Flying debris show (commercial building)
5 PM: Nebraska Tractor Pedal Pull (Pavilion)
5 PM: Free Country line dance lessons (4H Building)
5 - 9 PM: Adrenaline Alley - $5
6 PM: Twisted Rich Hypnosis
7 PM: David Nail with special guest Dylan Wheeler

07/25/2024

𝙏𝙝𝙚 𝙚𝙭𝙘𝙞𝙩𝙚𝙢𝙚𝙣𝙩 𝙞𝙨 𝙗𝙪𝙞𝙡𝙙𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙖𝙨 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙨𝙩𝙖𝙜𝙚 𝙞𝙨 𝙗𝙚𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙨𝙚𝙩 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙨𝙤𝙪𝙣𝙙 𝙘𝙝𝙚𝙘𝙠𝙨 𝙖𝙧𝙚 𝙖𝙗𝙤𝙪𝙩 𝙩𝙤 𝙗𝙚𝙜𝙞𝙣 𝙛𝙤𝙧 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙝𝙞𝙜𝙝𝙡𝙮 𝙖𝙣𝙩𝙞𝙘𝙞𝙥𝙖𝙩𝙚𝙙 𝘾𝙝𝙖𝙮𝙘𝙚 𝘽𝙚𝙘𝙠𝙝𝙖𝙢 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙏𝙝𝙤𝙢𝙖𝙨 𝙈𝙖𝙘 𝙘𝙤𝙣𝙘𝙚𝙧𝙩 𝙩𝙖𝙠𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙥𝙡𝙖𝙘𝙚 𝙩𝙤𝙣𝙞𝙜𝙝𝙩 𝙖𝙩 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝘾𝙝𝙚𝙮𝙚𝙣𝙣𝙚 𝘾𝙤𝙪𝙣𝙩𝙮 𝙁𝙖𝙞𝙧𝙜𝙧𝙤𝙪𝙣𝙙𝙨! 𝙄𝙛 𝙮𝙤𝙪'𝙧𝙚 𝙣𝙤𝙩 𝙛𝙤𝙣𝙙 𝙤𝙛 𝙨𝙞𝙩𝙩𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙞𝙣 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙜𝙧𝙖𝙣𝙙𝙨𝙩𝙖𝙣𝙙𝙨, 𝙙𝙤𝙣'𝙩 𝙬𝙤𝙧𝙧𝙮 - 𝙬𝙚'𝙫𝙚 𝙜𝙤𝙩 𝙖𝙣 𝙖𝙡𝙩𝙚𝙧𝙣𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙫𝙚 𝙛𝙤𝙧 𝙮𝙤𝙪. 𝘽𝙧𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙮𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝙛𝙖𝙫𝙤𝙧𝙞𝙩𝙚 𝙡𝙖𝙬𝙣 𝙘𝙝𝙖𝙞𝙧 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙟𝙤𝙞𝙣 𝙪𝙨 𝙞𝙣 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙖𝙧𝙚𝙣𝙖 𝙛𝙤𝙧 𝙖 𝙪𝙣𝙞𝙦𝙪𝙚 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙪𝙣𝙛𝙤𝙧𝙜𝙚𝙩𝙩𝙖𝙗𝙡𝙚 𝙚𝙭𝙥𝙚𝙧𝙞𝙚𝙣𝙘𝙚. 𝘼𝙧𝙧𝙞𝙫𝙚 𝙚𝙖𝙧𝙡𝙮, 𝙜𝙧𝙖𝙗 𝙮𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝙩𝙞𝙘𝙠𝙚𝙩𝙨, 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙞𝙣𝙙𝙪𝙡𝙜𝙚 𝙞𝙣 𝙨𝙤𝙢𝙚 𝙙𝙚𝙡𝙞𝙘𝙞𝙤𝙪𝙨 𝙛𝙤𝙤𝙙 𝙗𝙚𝙛𝙤𝙧𝙚 𝙩𝙖𝙠𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙮𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝙨𝙥𝙤𝙩 𝙞𝙣 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙖𝙧𝙚𝙣𝙖. 𝙏𝙧𝙪𝙨𝙩 𝙪𝙨, 𝙮𝙤𝙪 𝙬𝙤𝙣'𝙩 𝙬𝙖𝙣𝙩 𝙩𝙤 𝙢𝙞𝙨𝙨 𝙩𝙝𝙞𝙨 𝙞𝙣𝙘𝙧𝙚𝙙𝙞𝙗𝙡𝙚 𝙘𝙤𝙣𝙘𝙚𝙧𝙩!

07/25/2024

Day 6 of 8!

Music lovers, we've got a lineup for you the next two nights featuring 4 artists! Tonight, Thomas Mac hits the stage at 7 PM, opening for American Idol Season 19 winner Chayce Beckham. Bust out your dancing boots and get ready for the party of the year. Long lines are anticipated at the ticket office, so get there early if you don't plan on buying your tickets online.

Adrenaline Alley kicks off today from 5-9 pm, with unlimited access for just $5. Featuring bounce houses, mechanical bull, rock climbing wall, and VR Gaming Trailer, your kids will have plenty to do to keep them entertained.

Be sure to check out the businesses and Nebraska State Patrol just west of the food vendors, along with the vendors in and around the commercial building. And don't forget to show your support for 4H by visiting the animal barns.

Need to add some beef to your freezer? How about 4 chances to win a 1/4 beef for just $25!? With meat prices being high, this is a perfect opportunity to fill your freezer for a very low price. The raffle will be held during the demolition derby on Saturday. See a fair board member or visit the ticket office to purchase your tickets today.

There's plenty to do at the 138th Annual Cheyenne County Fair & Rodeo presented by Ron’s Towing Sidney Nebraska so head to Sidney, NE and make a weekend out of it.

07/25/2024

Attending the fair this week? Look for our aluminum can recycling containers around the fairgrounds. Please help us keep the fairgrounds clean and protect our environment.

07/25/2024

🐮 Come on out to the Cheyenne County Fair! 🌟

Swing by to check out the Nebraska Trucking Association's Truck Simulator, enter for a chance to win a🆓oil change from Adams Autos, learn about job opportunities with Adams Industries and Floyd's Truck Center, and so much more!

We'll see you soon! 👋

07/24/2024

Setting up for the Rubber Check Race. It's going to be a western good time as we race horses, atv's, and wheelbarrows. It's a relay race like no other. Come out for a night of food, drinks, and racing. The fun starts at 7 PM TONIGHT!

07/24/2024

Day 5 of 8!

Get ready for a one-of-a-kind racing experience! It's time for the thrilling Rubber Check Race Relay, featuring a unique combination of 2 horses, an ATV, and a wheelbarrow. The excitement begins tonight with gates opening at 6:00 PM and the race kicking off at 7:00 PM.

To avoid long lines, we recommend arriving early to purchase tickets at the ticket office, which opens at 4:00 PM. Alternatively, you can purchase tickets online in advance to ensure a seamless entry.

This special event is also dedicated to honoring our heroes. It's Military, Veterans, and First Responders Appreciation Night! Show up in your uniform or bring your credentials, and you'll receive FREE ENTRY into the event. Simply visit the ticket office to claim your complimentary tickets.

Don't miss this action-packed evening of entertainment. Get your tickets today and get ready to cheer on your favorite teams as they compete in this unforgettable Rubber Check Race Relay!

Tonight's beer garden servers are raising money to send their kids to Washington DC through a non-profit organization. Please tip the serves as they don't only work hard to make fair successful, they are also volunteers.

07/23/2024

The MONSTER beef raffle is still going on. Get your tickets from any fair board member or the ticket office. Drawing will be held at the demolition derby on Saturday. Tickets are only $25 and there's 4 chances to win.

Get ready for the ULTIMATE meat raffle! 🐄 🎟

The Cheyenne County Fair Board is hosting a MONSTER MEAT RAFFLE where you could win a quarter (1/4) beef, including standard cut processing, for just $25 a ticket. That's 100+ pounds of beef up for grabs! And not just one, but FOUR chances to win! Drawing will be held on July 27th during the demolition derby. Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to stock up your freezer!

All sales are final. No refunds. Do NOT need to be present to win. Cash or check only, no credit cards. Beef will be processed in November in Wiggins, CO. Winner will be responsible for picking up processed beef in Wiggins. To purchase tickets, contact:

Kip Miller 307-256-4116
Pat Finney 308-254-2775 (phone only)
Shelby Filsinger-Roelle 308-250-5816

07/23/2024

07/23/2024

Day 4 of 8!

Rodeo Fans, it's time to get WESTERN!

Get ready for an unforgettable night of rodeo action as we bring you the biggest and best rodeo in the panhandle of Nebraska! For our second year with Cervi Championship Rodeo, 𝐰𝐞'𝐫𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐫𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝐚𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐚𝐧 𝐢𝐦𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝟐𝟎𝟔 𝐭𝐨𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐬, exceeding all expectations and promising an electrifying experience.

𝙒𝙞𝙩𝙝 𝙩𝙬𝙤 𝙨𝙚𝙘𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣𝙨 𝙛𝙤𝙧 𝙚𝙖𝙘𝙝 𝙧𝙤𝙪𝙜𝙝𝙨𝙩𝙤𝙘𝙠 𝙚𝙫𝙚𝙣𝙩, you won't miss a single moment of the excitement. And with a packed alternate list, we've got 21 extra bronc riders ready to take the stage if needed. The return of our big replay screen ensures that every bit of action is captured and displayed for your viewing pleasure.

The Cowboy Channel will also be streaming our rodeo live on their "plus" network, so you can experience the thrill from anywhere in the world.

Our talented lineup features some of the world's top cowboys and cowgirls, including J.C. Yeahgu and Buddy Hawkins, currently ranked #2 in the world standings in Team Roping. Paul David Tierney, a top all-around cowboy from Oklahoma City, will be competing in tie-down roping and team roping alongside Jarod Bilby from Bridgeport, NE.

From California to Pennsylvania, and even Australia, we've got contestants from all corners of the globe. With such incredible talent in every event, you won't want to miss a single moment. Come out to enjoy a fun-filled evening of rodeo action, good food, and cold beverages.

Please note that valid ID is required for all attendees wishing to consume alcohol, regardless of age. So gather your friends and family, and get ready for an unforgettable night of rodeo excitement! Haven't purchased tickets yet? Get yours today at www.cheyennecountyfair.com or the ticket office, opening at 4 PM today.

07/23/2024

Breakfast will be available Tuesday-Saturday. Come out and support your local Dryland Toughies 4-H Club!

Let the Toughies prepare breakfast for you during fair. We’ll be set up outside the livestock pavilion Tuesday-Saturday morning. Breakfast burritos, breakfast sandwiches, and biscuits and gravy on Saturday. See you at the fair!

07/23/2024

07/23/2024

Your 2024 Cheyenne County Fair Board! Pictured from left to right...

Front row: President Troy Kurz, Vice President Pat Finney, Treasurer Kip Miller, and Secretary Shelby Filsinger-Roelle

Middle row: Tyler Bailey, Zack Oliverius, Mark Roelle, Ryan Filsinger, Heather Shaw

Back row: Gina Elsen, Travis Sprenger, JD Kogl, Todd Thomas, and Kevin Challburg. Not pictured is Marvin Filsinger.

07/23/2024

We would like to reiterate once again to BEWARE OF SCAMMERS! The Cheyenne County Fair Board recommends only purchasing tickets from trusted sources, including friends and family. The Cheyenne County Fair ONLY uses eTix for our online ticket sales. If you purchase tickets from a third party website or an unknown source, we CANNOT guarantee the tickets will be valid.

07/22/2024

Get ready for a fantastic night out at the fair! Join us Tuesday through Saturday for an evening of fun and entertainment. While you're here, be sure to indulge in the delicious eats from one of our 9 mouth-watering food vendors. Once you've worked up an appetite, head over to the Lazy S Ranch Beer Garden to quench your thirst with a refreshing beer or frozen margarita pouch for just $5. Don't forget to bring your ID, as all patrons wishing to consume alcohol will be required to show proof of age, regardless of age. Come on out and make some unforgettable memories with friends and family! We will see you at the fair! The 2024 Cheyenne County Fair & Rodeo is presented by Ron’s Towing Sidney Nebraska.

Also, Large totes have been placed around the grandstands for cans only and will be recycled by the Dryland Toughies Club. Please be sure to use these totes for your cans instead of trash cans.

07/22/2024

𝙉𝙊𝙏𝙄𝘾𝙀 𝙊𝙁 𝙄𝙈𝙋𝙊𝙍𝙏𝘼𝙉𝙏 𝙄𝙉𝙁𝙊𝙍𝙈𝘼𝙏𝙄𝙊𝙉 - Please Read!

Please take notice to the following information as some procedures have changed since last year, including beer garden and parking.

𝙀𝙑𝙀𝙍𝙔 𝙋𝙀𝙍𝙎𝙊𝙉 𝙏𝙃𝘼𝙏 𝙒𝙄𝙎𝙃𝙀𝙎 𝙏𝙊 𝘾𝙊𝙉𝙎𝙐𝙈𝙀 𝘼𝙇𝘾𝙊𝙃𝙊𝙇 𝙈𝙐𝙎𝙏 𝙃𝘼𝙑𝙀 𝘼𝙉 𝙄𝘿, 𝙍𝙀𝙂𝘼𝙍𝘿𝙇𝙀𝙎𝙎 𝙊𝙁 𝘼𝙂𝙀! Every person wishing to consume alcohol will be ID checked and given a wristband showing your age has been verified. ID checks will be located next to the Lazy S Ranch Beer Barn.

𝘼𝘽𝙎𝙊𝙇𝙐𝙏𝙀𝙇𝙔 𝙉𝙊 𝙊𝙐𝙎𝙏𝙄𝘿𝙀 𝘼𝙇𝘾𝙊𝙃𝙊𝙇 𝙒𝙄𝙇𝙇 𝘽𝙀 𝘼𝙇𝙇𝙊𝙒𝙀𝘿! If you are caught consuming alcohol inside the licensed area that was not purchased from the beer garden, you will be removed from the event without a refund.

The Lazy S Ranch Beer Barn has been moved to the building directly to the south of the grandstands. The serving window is located on the north side of that building. Beer Tickets will be sold at the same location as ID checks. Patrons MUST purchase Beer tickets and redeem for Beer at the Beer Barn. Tickets are $5 each and are good for one alcoholic beverage. Buy as many tickets as you'd like but only 2 beverages can be purchased at a time.

The liquor license area includes all of the grandstands and the fenced in area around the Beer Barn (see map) for Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday night events (a yellow line shows licensed area). For the concerts on Thursday and Friday the licensed area will include the standing room inside the arena (identified with the red line on the map).

Large totes have been placed around the grandstands for cans only and will be recycled by the Dryland Toughies Club . Please be sure to use these totes for your cans instead of trash cans.

The red "X's" on the map indicate ticketed entry/exit gates. No alcohol can go beyond these gates. Security will be in place to ensure all alcohol stays within the licensed area.

Parking has been established on the southeast side of the grandstands for Handicap, Military, Veterans, 1st Responders, and VIP guests ONLY (see map). All others are encouraged to Park in the big parking lot on the northwest side of the property.

The Cheyenne County Fair Board appreciates your cooperation as we work together to make this the best fair ever!