UP State Fairgrounds

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This fair is held annually in August. Since 2010, the UP State Fair has been operating independently of State funding and our emergence as Michigan’s only State Fair. The fair is now governed by the Upper Peninsula State Fair Authority with representatives from all fifteen counties in the Upper Peninsula and the Hannahville Indian Community. […]

Motor Mayhem - Figure 8 Racing ActionRacing at 5:00 pm est Doors Open at 3:00 pm est Bump & RunDueling Tough TrucksFigure 8 Bus Racing Monster Trucks & Monster Ride Truck ! Tickets Available:$25 in advanced until August 1$30 at the doorKids 7 and under FREE armageddononwheels.com Gene’s Towing 711 Stephenson Ave Escanaba. M-F 8-4:30 est […]

Mission of HOPE 2025Sunday, July 27 | 3:00–5:00 PMU.P. State Fairgrounds – Ruth Butler Building HOPE LOOKS LIKE THIS. Hundreds of families.New school shoes.Backpacks and supplies.Fresh haircuts. Family photos.Food. Laughter. Prayer.And an unforgettable day of real love in action. Join us for Mission of HOPE 2025—a completely free community outreach event designed to give kids […]

Northwoods Motor Mayhem is an event that looks to provide entertainment to the large car enthusiast community in our area. It will be a car show extraordinaire, with all classes of vehicles welcome. This year we will feature rat rods and traditional hot rods located throughout the antique village on the U.P. State fairgrounds. While […]

 - Witness thrills and join the family fun with Monster Truck Throwdown coming to the U.P. State Fairgrounds in Escanaba Saturday, June 14 for one huge afternoon of action!  - Don’t miss the world-renowned Monster Truck Superstars, including the Michigan debut of the all-new HAYMAKER, Catching waves and hanging loose - it's Michigan-native Elliott Miller […]

Escanaba, MI - We are coming to you in 2025… REAL. FAMILY. CIRCUS.  This year, Oscar Garcia presents an ALL-NEW show, perfect for the whole family  PRE-SALE DISCOUNT DEALS: AllAmericanCircus.com/tour-dates/ Make the most of our online special prices with tickets starting at $5 per person when you purchase a Family Saver (offer LIMITED and only available […]

Welcome to another dressage schooling show. Judge Joan Waak! With a Western Dressage Clinic to follow the show! Join us for another fun year!

Hey All,Its here, The 40th Anniversary of the Krusin Klassics Fun Run, a weekend you do not want to miss! It all starts off with a Parade down Main street in Escanaba and after the Parade, come on over to the Ruth Butler Building in the Fairgrounds where we will be playing all your Favorite […]

Escanaba’s First Ever Plant Expo is Coming! Mark your calendars for May 10th, 2025 for the plant party of the year! Whether you're a green thumb, crafty creator, or just love good food and cool finds, we’ve got something special for you! What's Happening: * FREE Plant Swap with the one and only Plant Daddv […]

Come visit the Delta Conservation District booth at Plantchella. We will have information on our Native Plant Sale, upcoming events, information on services we provide and much more. We cannot wait to see you

3 day event that has something for everyone! If you love hunting, fishing, trapping or anything to do with the outdoors this event is for you! This event is free to the public, but we are asking for a canned good donation to be given to a local food pantry or a donation that would […]

Saturday, September 14, 2024Miracle of Life Building, UP State Fairgrounds, Escanaba, MI 10 AM - Registration11 AM - Opening ceremony with walk to follow11:30 AM - 1:30 PM - Brat Fry & Bake Sale This event is open to the public as well as registered walkers. Resource boothsChildren’s Craft ActivitiesBounce House Registration Fees:$25 per Adult$10 […]