Tri-County Fair & Auction

For more than 80 years the Tri-County Fair has provided youth from Nicollet County with an opportunity to showcase the livestock projects they have worked to care for and exhibit. We invite businesses, organizations, families, and community members to join us in celebrating the accomplishments of local 4-H youth by attending the Tri-County Fair & Premium Auction.
The auction is an opportunity to recognize the dedication and learning that 4-H exhibitors gain through their livestock projects while investing in the future of our communities.
Event Information
Monday, August 17, 2026
Nicollet County Fairgrounds - Show Arena
11 a.m. - Livestock Show Begins
Youth exhibitors will compete with market beef, dairy beef, prospect calves, goats, sheep, swine, and poultry.
4:30-5:30 p.m. - Complimentary Pork Chop Meal
All bidders are invited to enjoy a complimentary meal before the auction.
5:45 p.m. - Buyer Information Meeting
A brief meeting will explain the auction process and answer any questions from new or returning buyers.
6p.m. - Premium Auction
Learn more about this event and and how to participate at: z.umn.edu/TriCounty