Attractions & Special Guests 2008
Let Us Entertain You!
Each year, the Lane County Fair welcomes a variety of grounds entertainment to delight audiences of all ages. As always, our goal is to offer high caliber, family friendly entertainment to make your visit a summer highlight.
White Stallion Lipizzaners
The “World Famous” LIPIZZANERS
Sunday, August 17, only. Livestock Pavilion. Two shows: 1:00 and 5:00 pm.
Ticket prices:
Adults: $22.50
Children 12 & under / Seniors 60+: $20.50.
No group sales available.
Purchase tickets at Equine Addiction or www.TICKETS.COM. You may also purchase by phone at (800) 882-8258. Tickets go on sale JULY 17, 2008; also available at the door one hour prior to show time. Fair admission sold separately.
Don't miss the 38th Anniversary tour of the “World Famous” LIPIZZANER STALLIONS at this year's Lane County Fair!
Two performances are planned for the closing day of the Fair, Sunday, August 17 at 1:00 pm and 5:00 pm in the Livestock Pavilion. The performance includes many of the traditional movements and exercises presented at the world renowned Spanish Riding School of Vienna. Over the years, twenty-five million people throughout North and South America, Great Britain, Europe, Australia and Hawaii have seen this internationally acclaimed spectacle.
Included in the performance is a segment called the "Airs Above The Ground." These are the spectacular leaps and maneuvers, once used by riders in saddle to protect and defend themselves on the battlefield, which are now preserved as an equestrian work of art. When you see the Lipizzans perform, it is like stepping back 425 years and viewing one of the greatest equine ballets in history.
The Lipizzan is a rare and unique breed; its history and culture is known worldwide. The Walt Disney movie The Miracle of the White Stallions, depicting General George S. Patton saving them at the end of World War II from certain extinction, created an even greater worldwide interest in the Lipizzaner breed. Had it not been for Patton, there would be no Lipizzans today.
Harkening back to time when the horse was a symbol of grace and majesty, the LIPIZZANER STALLIONS are truly a great experience to be enjoyed by the entire family. One does not need to be a horse lover to enjoy the "The Dancing White Stallions"! Check back in May for ticket information.
Street Beat - Urban Percussion
August 14-17, various locations
This is not your ordinary percussion group. Street Beat is a dynamic cutting edge percussion act that takes entertainment to the next level. This high energy, high impact show features drumming that makes you want to dance and get involved! Street Beat performs over 150 shows a year at festivals, corporate team building events and school assemblies delivering powerful and positive messages. Don't miss this unique urban show.
Dizzy Hips Hoola Hooping Man
August 13-17, various locations at the Fair
Here is what critics are saying about Hula-Hoop Stuntman aka Dizzy Hips (Paul Blair):
"A remarkable show of tricks and stunts…incredible dexterity and finesse with the hoop and other athletic feats. His amazing show not only contains hula-hoop stunts and tricks but also comic acts and skits… guaranteed fun and excitement! "
--San Francisco Chronicle
"He is an all-around showman…mind-boggling tricks! He works hard inspiring kids…and bringing joy to people everywhere."
--Evening Magazine, NBC
Come and watch Dizzy Hips break the world record in hula hooping at the Lane County Fair!
To date Dizzy has performed in at least 17 countries and he has performed for TV shows, commercials and dozens of Fortune 500 companies. His show stayed fresh and creative; always ahead of, and uniquely apart from his competition. His spectacle act of tricks with 1 to dozens of hoops and a comedy act that also includes amazing card throws, lasso tricks, a squeeze through a small tennis racket and more!
Credits include:
2008 America's Got Talent, 2008 Nintendo Wii commercial and Hula-Hoop game development, Hula-hooped a 50lb tractor tire for 34 seconds on ABC's "Wanna Bet?", Featured in Ripley's Believe It Or Not '08 edition, opening entertainment for bands including: "KISS", "Earth, Wind and Fire", "The B-52's", "Heart", "The String Cheese Incident" and more!
Tom Question - Fire Juggler
Juggling, Madness and Mayhem in a big, BIG WAY!
Stiltwalking, Juggling, Audience Participation and Exciting Comedy for the Whole Family! Tom has performed over 2000 shows in 4 countries and 8 states since 1989--Don't miss this Latest Edition of the Tom Question Show!
Dr. Delusion Magic Show
August 14-16. Weyerhaeuser Family Fun Park Stage & Bi-Mart Activity Stage
Don't miss some good ol' fashion magic and illusions with the master Dr. Delusion! Enjoy this fast paced magic show filled with laughs, slight of hand, and lots of audience participation. Dr. Delusion is joined by his assistants Lydia Ects and RJ Herb, and has performed throughout the Northwest for over 20 years delighting audiences of all ages. Watch for several large illusions as they will mystify and entertain the entire family!
Showtimes are Thursday and Friday August 14 & 15 at Weyerhaeuser Family Fun Park Stage at 2:00, 4:00 and 6:00 pm; and Saturday, August 16 at the Bi-Mart Activity Stage at 12:00 and 4:00 pm, and 2:00 pm back at the Weyerhaeuser Family Fun Park Stage.
Animal Showtime
Pigs, horses, sheep, goats, and rabbits will put on a show for the entire family! Don't miss these events featuring some amazing and talented animals.
Aug. 12-17: Alaskan Racing Pigs, 4 times daily, in the Weyerhauser Family Fun Park, 1:30, 3:30, 6:30 & 7:30 pm
Aug. 12: Costume Contest for Rabbits and Cavies. Animal Expo Hall, 7:00pm
Aug. 13: Emerald Reign Horse Drill Team, Livestock Pavilion, 6-8pm
Aug. 15: Dressed-up Goat Parade, in front of Animal Expos, 5pm
Aug. 17: White Stallion Lipizzaner Horse Show (separate ticket required) Livestock Bldg., 1:00 & 5:00 pm.
OMSI Hands-on Science Exhibit
Location: South gate entrance in front of the Animal Expo building. Hours: Noon to 10:00 pm daily.
OMSI (Oregon Musuem of Science and Industry) comes to the Lane County Fair with its traveling interactive science exhibit. The exhibit features 10 to 12 tables with science equipment and challenges that give students and parents many hours of problem-solving fun. Guaranteed to thrill youngsters, perplex adults, and offer everyone an experience in science they'll never forget!
30+ brainteasers. Puzzles and games that explore sciences through problem solving, mathematics, logical reasoning and spatial perception. Levels available for all ages. Examples: "Find the Missing Leprechaun" "Balance 10 Nails" "Make a square" "Shake the Can".
5 displays of Light and Physics with the Jacobs Ladder that shows how heat carriers electricity, The Bernoulli Principal - air current, Color Wheel, Reflection and Motion.
Natural Science items. Exploration of skulls of animals, pelts, rocks, minerals, insects, seashells, life cycle of the insect, animal classification.
Live Animals. A variety of reptiles. Two geckos, one Bearded Dragon, Two Corn Snakes, and a variety of insects. Discussion and Observation of animal adaptations, characteristics of the animals and predator/prey relationships.
Microscopes - Visitors have the opportunity to experience the usage of scientific equipment and explore magnification. Micro vs Macro.
Science Demonstrations that explain the "States of Matter" using dry ice and liquid nitrogen. Also experiments in Chemical Reactions, Safety, Newton's Three Laws of Motion, and other fun and exciting, flaming phenomena.
Fiesta Sunday
Sunday, August 17
Artist: Various Bands
Time: 11am until 8:00 pm
Fiesta Sunday Tickets (does not include Fair admission): $6 General Admission; Free for age 12 & under
Tickets available at the concert arena. Fair admission sold separately at the gate.
Radio Disney
TBA at the Bi-Mart Activity Stage
Radio Disney AM 1640 Portland is a 24/7 radio station devoted to kids, tweens and families. Kids help pick the music that is played and are encouraged to interact via a toll-free line to the Radio Disney studio. The network's current playlist, driven by listener requests and representing major record labels, includes recording artists Miley Cyrus as Hannah Montana, Jonas Brothers, Vanessa Hudgens, Rihanna, Hilary Duff, Bowling for Soup, B5, Corbin Bleu, Raven-Symone, Kelly Clarkson, The Cheetah Girls, JoJo, Everlife, and Jesse McCartney.
For more information about Radio Disney, log onto www.radiodisney.com/portland.
SLING SHOT RETURNS - The Extreme Thrill Ride
If you missed it last year, you can still have an experience of a lifetime on Sling Shot, an exciting vertical amusement ride. Experience the adrenlin rush of being propelled upwards of over 160 meters above the fairgrounds at 100 mph at 6 G's. The slingshot machine does not utilize rubber ropes or bungee cords but is powered by a patented spring propulsion device. Don't miss out!
7th Annual Talent Show Competition
Dust off your dancing shoes or vocal chords and enter the Lane County Fair Talent Competition. Contestants will do their best to strut their stuff at this year's Fair. Preliminaries are planned for Wednesday and Thursday, August 13 and 14, with finals taking place on Saturday, August 16.
For the seventh year in a row, the Lane County Fair Talent Competition presented by Bi-Mart and McKenzie River Broadcasting, will provide an opportunity for individuals to have a chance to step into the limelight and represent Lane County at the Oregon State Fair.
There are some significant changes to the contest this year - To be more reflective of competitive age groups and consistent at all levels there will now be three divisions: children ages 1-9, youth 10-17 and adult 18 and over. Each county fair will select the Grand Supreme winner in each age division to participate in the Statewide Talent Contest held at the Oregon State Fair on Sunday, August 31 in Salem.
Entry forms will be available at all Lane County Bi-Mart Stores, the McKenzie River Broadcasting office or online in late May. Deadline to submit a demo CD or video along with the entry form is July 18 at the McKenzie River Broadcasting office at 925 Country Club Road.
For more information, contact McKenzie River Broadcasting at (541) 484-9400.
Senior Day at the Fair
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All Day at the Main Courtyard
(East Gate only, opens at 10:00 a.m.)
Admission: $2
Senior Day Flyer Schedule 2008
Seniors are invited to enjoy the Fair's annual Free Senior Dessert Social hosted by the Lane County Board of Commissioners. The fun begins at 10:30 with dessert and entertainment. Visit community organizations, enjoy vintage antique cars presented by the Horseless Carriage Association. It all takes place on Wednesday, August 13 from 10:30 am to 5:00 pm. See the Entertainment Schedule for performance times.
Sponsored by Trillium Community Health Plan, AARP, HealthNet, FireMed, and Costco.
Weyerhaeuser Family Fun Park
Jest in Time and the Circus of Fools (Topper Todd and Li Li Zucchini return to the Lane County Fair with a week full of surprises and host some exciting family entertainment. Click on Weyerhaeuser Family Fun Park title for a complete schedule.
Jest In Time
Topper Todd & Li Li Zucchini make up the Jest in Time Circus of Fools and are an exceptional entertaining duo that combines juggling, physical and verbal comedy, tight wire walking amazing stunts and dog tricks into dynamic stage shows. Three different, exciting and fun-filled 35-minute shows a day are planned, plus pre-show crowd draws on Big Bikes (pennyfarthings) and stilt walking. Topper Todd and Li Li also serve as your host for other entertainers under their beautiful circus tent at the Fair. Don't miss the fun at the Weyerhaeuser Family Fun Park!
All-Alaskan Racing Pigs
Show times are: August 12 to 17: 1:30, 3:30, 6:30 and 7:30 pm
These porkers were so cute and popular last year that we had to bring them back this year! Come and root for your favorite curly-tailed porker at the racing pig venue in the Weyerhauser Family Fun Park (look for the round building). These addorable racing pigs race around turns in hopes of beating their fellow competitors out of contention for the winning blue ribbon, and of course a trough full of goodies. Four shows a day featuring eight racing pigs are planned, and each 20-minute show is peppered with plenty of pig puns, featuring racers named Ham Solo and Harry Porker. Bring the family and join the rooting section!
Toddler Games Driving School
Daily, 1:00-8:00 pm
SELCO Community Credit Union is proud to present the Toddler Games Driving School, an interactive family event for children one to four years of age. This family event encourages toddlers to learn traffic safety, left and right turns, backing up, stopping and even how to parallel park. Toddlers can have fun learning these skills by driving Classy Cruisers, Pedal Coupes, Fire Engines and Tractors. Parents are the official driving coaches. Special Driving Officials will award toddlers their very first driver’s license – a keepsake that will stay in the family scrapbook for many years.
Hands On Rhythm and Drumming
Weyerhaeuser Family Fun Park Stage, Tuesday, August 12 at 5:00 pm
Be prepared to stomp your feet, shake a rattle, or beat a drum as you participate in the dynamic world of drum circles facilitated by Jill Sager, author of the DVD “Beginning Hand Drumming.” This all age, fun community event is accessible to everyone and requires no experience. Feel the Power! Feel the Spirit! Everyone is welcome to drum!
SUB BINGO IS BACK!
Presented by Trillium Community Health Care
The Springfield Utility Board returns with Bingo all day, every day of the Fair. Proceeds after dispersing winnings go to the Low Income Energy Assistance fund to help the elderly with their winter heating bills. Win big and contribute to this important cause at the same time! Also presented with Trillium Community Health Plan.
Oregon Authors
Meet and greet Oregon authors at the Lane County Fair. Pick up a good read and enjoy purusing the fine literary work by Oregon's very talented writers.
DAY-BY-DAY LISTING OF AUTHORS
TUESDAY, August 12:
11am-10pm, Joe Blakely (Oregon history)
11am-10pm, William Sullivan (hiking guides)
11am-2pm, Kathleen Ruckman (Bible stories)
11am-5pm, Dan Armstrong (suspense)
11am-8pm, Gary Hartman (how-to projects)
2pm-5pm, Jason Nelson (memoir)
5pm-8pm, Katharine Emlen (self empowerment)
5pm-8pm, Amy Costales (children's books)
8pm-10pm, Salome Gershom (religion)
8pm-10pm, Marilyn Barker (inspirational)
8pm-10pm, Herb Smith (travel)
WEDNESDAY, August 13:
11am-2pm, Bob Welch (Oregon, history)
11am-5pm, Pat Edwards (Lane County)
11am-10pm, Dorcas Smucker (memoirs)
11am-10pm, Joe Blakely (Oregon history)
11am-10pm, William Sullivan (hiking guides)
2pm-5pm, Ann Herrick (young adult)
2pm-5pm, Bean Comrada (translations)
5pm-8pm, Jane Capron (mysteries)
5pm-8pm, Carola Dunn (mysteries)
5pm-8pm, Rosemarie Ostler (language history)
8pm-10pm, Salome Gershom (religion)
8pm-10pm, Frog (humor)
THURSDAY, August 14:
11am-2pm, Jason Nelson (memoir)
11am-5pm, Diane Bentley Baker (fantasy)
11am-5pm, Ellen Gabehart (art education)
11am-10pm, Joe Blakely (Oregon history)
11am-10pm, William Sullivan (hiking guides)
2pm-5pm, Katharine Emlen (self empowerment)
5pm-8pm, Ginger Carlson (children)
5pm-10pm, Shirley Tallman (mystery)
5pm-10pm, Dan Armstrong (suspense)
8pm-10pm, Frog (humor)
FRIDAY, August 15:
11am-2pm, Jane Lindaman (children)
11am-5pm, Jo-Brew (novels)
11am-5pm, Pat Edwards (Lane County)
11am-11pm, Joe Blakely (Oregon history)
11am-11pm, William Sullivan (hiking guides)
2pm-5pm, Ellen Gabehart (art education)
2pm-5pm, Jane Capron (mysteries)
5pm-8pm, Carola Dunn (mysteries)
5pm-8pm, Tyler Burgess (walking guide)
5pm-8pm, Katharine Emlen (self empowerment)
5pm-8pm, Carola Dunn (mysteries)
8pm-11pm, Amy Costales (children)
8pm-11pm, Herb Smith (travel)
8pm-11pm, Salome Gershom (religion)
SATURDAY, August 16:
11am-2pm, Jo-Brew (novels)
11am-2pm, Katharine Emlen (self empowerment)
11am-8pm, Leigh Anne Jasheway-Bryant (humor)
11am-11pm, Joe Blakely (Oregon history)
11am-11pm, William Sullivan (hiking guides)
2pm-5pm, Ginger Carlson (children)
2pm-5pm, Yvonne Young (children)
2pm-8pm, Dorcas Smucker (memoirs)
5pm-11pm, Dudley Clark (novels)
8pm-11pm, Amy Costales (children)
8pm-11pm, Frog (humor)
SUNDAY, August 17:
11am-2pm, Jane Lindaman (children)
11am-2pm, Nancy Hopps (relaxation CDs)
11am-5pm, Jesse Burkhardt (travel novel)
11am-8pm, Joe Blakely (Oregon history)
11am-8pm, William Sullivan (hiking guides)
11am-8pm, Gary Hartman (how-to projects)
2pm-5pm, Yvonne Young (children)
2pm-8pm, Dan Armstrong (suspense)
5pm-8pm, Kathleen Ruckman (religion)