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• Here's some general information about the Colorado State Fair!

  August 19, 2012 6:03 PM

  The Colorado State Fair runs for more than a week from August 24 to September 3. It'll cost you $10 to get in Friday through Sunday and $7 to get in Monday through Thursday. Kids age five and under are free. There's a schedule of events listed on... more »

• Colorado State Fair less than a week away

  August 19, 2012 3:39 PM

  Set up is underway for the Colorado State Fair in Pueblo, and now its crunch time with opening day less than a week away. The fair runs from Friday, August 24th, until September 3rd. This weekend crews are getting some fair favorites set up, like the Ferris wheel.... more »

• Two Colorado State Fair goats disqualified

  October 14, 2011 4:11 PM

  Two goats have been disqualified from the Colorado State Fair Junior Livestock Sale after they tested positive for an illegal substance. Tests show the presence of ractopamine in the goats. The Food and Drug Administration has not approved ractopamine for use in goats, which means that no level of... more »

• State Fair by the numbers

  September 6, 2011 3:17 PM

  More than 515,000 people enjoyed this year's Colorado State Fair in Pueblo. Just released numbers show this year's attendance came in just shy of 2010's. 2011: 515,995 2010: 517,140 The biggest day of the fair this year came on Saturday, August 27th when 69,135 people came through... more »

• Arapahoe County woman sweeps fair food competition

  September 5, 2011 6:45 PM

  She bakes breads, cookies and cakes--and her canning skills are top notch. This year Amy Clements of Araphoe County was dubbed Queen of the Kitchen at the Colorado State Fair. She got ribbons in 80 categories, including 29 first place ribbons. This year more than 7,400 arts and crafts... more »

• Local politicians ready to hear Presidents jobs plan

  September 4, 2011 11:34 PM

  After a tense battle over how to handle our federal deficit earlier in the summer, to a flat jobs report just released days ago; politicians are heading back to Washington D.C. this week with a focus on the economy. Colorado Senator Mark Udall spent some of his break from... more »

• State Fair brings millions of dollars to Southern Colorado

  September 3, 2011 6:36 PM

  As the Colorado State Fair enters its final weekend, things are looking good inside the walls of the fair grounds. "We think our attendance is going to come in somewhere where it was last year. That's about 517,000." says State Fair GM Chris Wiseman. It brings in people from... more »

• Mike and Mike's Neighborhood live from the Colorado State Fair

  August 31, 2011 9:20 PM

  Mike and Mike's Neighborhood originated from the Colorado State Fair tonight this time at Beckett's Bakery, an up and coming traveling business. Mike was sampling all of the goodies the stand had to offer. Before the fair is over be sure to stop by the bakery for a taste. more »

• State Fair Rodeo features local talent

  August 29, 2011 9:18 PM

  A Pueblo native, that's ranked 12th in the nation for bareback riding, is competing in tonight's rodeo at the Colorado State Fair. Casey Colletti says the rodeo is something that runs in his family. His dad did it for about 25 years, so Casey says he was pretty much... more »

• Opening weekend attendance up at State Fair

  August 28, 2011 1:25 PM

  Colorado State Fair General Manager Chris Wiseman tells News 5 that opening weekend attendance is up this year. Wiseman credits sold out and nearly sold out concerts with the boost. We'll have more at 5:30. more »

• Colorado State Fair schedule

  August 27, 2011 7:23 PM

  There's a lot going on at the Colorado State Fair in Pueblo everyday, and a lot of the events are free with gate admission. For a full schedule, click here. more »

• Bugs, snakes on the menu at State Fair

  August 27, 2011 3:55 PM

  There's something new at the Colorado State Fair this year. In addition to the usual corn dogs, funnel cakes and hamburgers you can get python, scorpion and even a maggot sandwich. Jungle George is serving up all of the odd and unique eats at his stand. We'll have more on... more »

• State Fair parade nearly underway

  August 27, 2011 12:15 PM

  The annual Colorado State Fair parade is just minutes away from beginning in downtown Pueblo. The route will travel along Main St. downtown. Spots are filling up fast, but there's still time to come out and enjoy the festivities if you're in the area. more »

• Fair manager says Indiana tragedy has put stage safety in spotlight

  August 15, 2011 6:15 PM

  The tragedy at the Indiana State Fair over the weekend has event planners in our community double checking the safety of their concert venues. Five people died and over 40 were injured when a stage rigging collapsed prior to a Sugarland concert at the Indiana State Fair Satuday night. ... more »

• Fair manager says Indiana tragedy has put stage safety in spotlight

  August 15, 2011 6:15 PM

  The tragedy at the Indiana State Fair over the weekend has event planners in our community double checking the safety of their concert venues. Five people died and over 40 were injured when a stage rigging collapsed prior to a Sugarland concert at the Indiana State Fair Satuday night. ... more »

• Fair manager says Indiana tragedy has put stage safety in spotlight

  August 15, 2011 6:14 PM

  The tragedy at the Indiana State Fair over the weekend has event planners in our community double checking the safety of their concert venues. Five people died and over 40 were injured when a stage rigging collapsed prior to a Sugarland concert at the Indiana State Fair Satuday night. ... more »

• Preps underway at Colorado State fairgrounds

  August 8, 2011 7:46 PM

  We're just 18 days away from the Colorado State Fair in Pueblo. We've been told more than 600 workers have been hired and more than 600 vendors have rented space. With only a few weeks until the gates open crews are setting up arts and crafts, paving parking lots... more »

• New state fair silver queen crowned

  July 29, 2011 7:25 PM

  A woman from Trinidad is the new Colorado State Fair Silver Queen. Today Frances Garbo was crowned at a ceremony at the Pueblo Convention Center. She competed against eighteen other elderly women. Garbo is 100 years old. Her duties as Silver Queen include greeting people for senior day at... more »

• Discounted state fair entertainment tickets on sale

  June 16, 2011 12:45 PM

  There's just about a week left to buy discounted tickets for the entertainment line-up at this year's Colorado State Fair in Pueblo. Tickets went on sale earlier this month and so far the top sellers are Selena Gomez, Martina McBride and The Beach Boys. If you buy your tickets... more »

• Watch out for state fair concert scalpers

  June 4, 2011 3:40 PM

  The Colorado State Fair Concert tickets are on sale, but the fair is warning the public to avoid scalpers. Some websites charge as much as $300 for a $30 ticket. The fair says there is nothing they can legally do to stop the scalpers. Box office manager Sheri Giordano... more »

• Disease spreading, horse activities getting canceled

  May 19, 2011 6:39 PM

  Activities and facilities around the state involving horses are shutting down because of the Equine Herpes Virus (EHV-1) spreading. The Colorado Department of Agriculture said Thursday that eight cases of EHV-1 have been confirmed, and 22 others are suspected. The Dept. of Agriculture has issued 10 quarantine orders in... more »

• Colorado State Fair turns higher profit

  November 29, 2010 7:12 PM

  More good news for the Colorado State Fair in Pueblo. Recently released figures show the 11-day fair run this year turned a profit of roughly $980,000. That's up about $160,000 from the 2009 fair. General Manager Chris Wiseman says the fair saw higher food and carnival sales. However the rodeo... more »

• Fair attendance on track to pass half million mark

  September 6, 2010 3:40 PM

  The 2010 Colorado State Fair ends today Sept. 6--and the latest figures show more people went to this year's fair. Overall attendance is up 26,561 visitors, with a total of 470,907 fair goers during the first ten days of the fair. Based on data from the past five years, Labor... more »

• Colorado State Fair finds missing beagle's owners

  September 2, 2010 8:04 PM

  A little beagle is becoming quite the spoiled pup at the Colorado State Fair. He was found lost last week and it turns out his master is a cowboy living hundreds of miles away. The beagle's name is Wiley and he's 9 months old. He's been getting the royal treatment... more »

• Wednesday: free admission for seniors at State Fair

  August 31, 2010 3:20 PM

  If you're age 60 or older--Wednesday is your day at the Colorado State Fair. Seniors receive free admission. Classic country crooner Charley Pride will perform at the Events Center. Here are some of the highlights from the Wednesday Fair Calendar: Centura Health Senior Day Senior citizens 60... more »

• Tuesday is Dollar Day at the Colorado State Fair

  August 30, 2010 4:50 PM

  If you're watching your budget but still want to have fun, Tuesday is your day for the Colorado State Fair. It's Pepsi Dollar Day presented by News First 5. Admission to the Fair, carnival rides, and rodeo tickets are all only one dollar each this Tuesday. Never been to... more »

• Monday at the Colorado State Fair

  August 30, 2010 8:28 AM

  The crowds will be smaller today, but the fun will be there for the Colorado State Fair in Pueblo. Here's what's happening: Cowboys Kickin' Cancer Fundraiser/50th PRCA Dodge Rodeo 7:00 pm Rodeo from Rodeo Arena Stage - $10 regular rodeo ticket $50 ticket for special St. Mary Corwin... more »

• This weekend at the Colorado State Fair

  August 27, 2010 2:21 PM

  The Colorado State Fair is in full swing in Pueblo, including a Pancake Breakfast at the Gold Dust Saloon Saturday morning, followed by the State Fair Parade through downtown beginning at 10 am. Here's what's on the schedule this weekend-- Friday, August 27 Home Brew Competition... more »

• 138th annual Colorado State Fair returns to Pueblo

  August 26, 2010 2:50 PM

  The Colorado State Fair officially kicks off in Pueblo this weekend, but tonight visitors can rides the carnival rides at a discounted price. Details are below, also scroll down to learn about gate admission and transportation. SNEAK PREVIEW NIGHT: The carnival will be open on Aug 26. from 5 p.m.... more »

• Sen. Mark Udall to visit Colorado Springs, Pueblo

  August 26, 2010 2:27 PM

  If you want to tell Sen. Mark Udall how Congress should be running the county, you'll get your chance Friday and Saturday. The senator has events planned in both Colorado Springs and Pueblo. Sen. Udall will begin his events with a field hearing of the Senate's Special Committee on... more »

• Free health screenings in Pueblo area

  August 19, 2010 1:09 PM

  Walgreens and AARP have begun offering free health screenings in Pueblo, Pueblo West and Canon City. Six health tests valued at $140 -- bone density, cholesterol, glucose, blood pressure, waist circumference and body mass analysis -- will be given free in Pueblo through Aug. 29. It's part of... more »

• Chile and salsa competition planned at State Fair

  August 18, 2010 2:07 PM

  Calling all salsa and chile cooks! The Colorado State Fair will sponsor a green chile contest as well as a salsa competition at this year's event in Pueblo. Prizes of $50 to $100 will be awarded. The Green Chili Championship will be held on Saturday, September 4 at... more »

• Beer law changing at Colorado State Fair

  August 9, 2010 9:03 AM

  Feel like walking around with a beer in your hand at the Colorado State Fair? That's just fine. A new law goes into effect Aug. 10 that allows the movement of alcoholic beverages at the Fair. A total of 165 new laws will go into effect Tuesday. Among them:... more »

• Job of the Day: Colorado State Fair Accountant

  July 26, 2010 11:42 AM

  The Colorado Department of Agriculture is seeking an accountant for the Colorado State Fair in Pueblo. CLICK HERE TO APPLY This job with full state benefits has a starting salary of $3800 - $5600 per month. The deadline to apply is Wednesday, July 28. more »

• Enter now for state fair chocolate contest

  July 2, 2010 3:25 PM

  Love to bake with chocolate? Then the Colorado State Fair has a competition perfect for you. Registration is now open for the Ghirardelli Chocolate Championship. Bakers must submit a recipe with at least one all natural Ghirardelli baking product (chocolate chips, bars and/or cocoa), and up to 10 other ingredients.... more »

• Deadline for discounts on Fair concerts approaches

  June 16, 2010 5:12 PM

  Time is running out for those who plan to see a concert at the Colorado State Fair to get a discount ticket. The lineup includes a variety stars like Charley Pride, America, Smokey Robinson and Queensyrche. The deadline for discount tickets is June 19, 2010, at midnight. The popular... more »

• Tickets on sale for State Fair concerts

  May 26, 2010 1:09 PM

  Tickets will go on sale June 5, for concerts and other kinds of entertainment at the Colorado State Fair . Entertainment ranges from roller derby, to rodeo, from Charley Pride to Smokey Robinson. Tickets range from $10 to $25. The fair runs from August 27 through September 6... more »

• INDICTMENT INCLUDED: Former State Fair employee indicted on 5 felony counts

  May 13, 2010 1:49 PM

  Read the Grand Jury Indictment News First 5 is uncovering even more allegations against a former state fair executive. It involves state money and a close friend of the executive. The friend has also been indicted by a grand jury in a separate case - involving arson. Michael... more »

• 2010 State Fair entertainment heavy-hitters

  April 5, 2010 5:14 PM

  The Colorado State Fair has nailed-down some big name entertainment for this year's late-summer run, with more to come. Right now--plan on seeing Charley Pride, Smokey Robinson, America, Queensryche and Mariachi sol de Mexico all coming to Pueblo. Of course, the PRCA Dodge Rodeo will do a 5-night run.... more »

• Beer rules could be loosened at Colorado State Fair

  January 28, 2010 11:34 AM

  Beer drinkers at the Colorado State Fair in Pueblo could get more freedom under a proposal advancing in the state Legislature. A bill headed to the House for a vote would end the fair's ban on open containers of alcohol outside vendor areas. Currently beer drinkers at the... more »