What to Expect
Expect championship livestock shows, 4-H and FFA competitions — heavily influenced by Purdue's agricultural programs — a large carnival, grandstand entertainment, and diverse food vendors.
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Lafayette is a vibrant Big Ten university city with a world-class agriculture school — Purdue's influence on the fair's livestock programs makes it one of Indiana's most educational county fairs.
About Tippecanoe County Fair
The Tippecanoe County Fair, based in Lafayette, is a nine-day celebration in Purdue University's home city, drawing large crowds from the Wabash Valley for livestock competition and major entertainment. It's been held since 1871, one of Indiana's most enduring county fair traditions.
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