University of Missouri

July 29, 2024
Contact: Courtney Perrett, cperrett@missouri.edu

1. Start the fair off right by celebrating Mizzou Day on Aug. 8.

Mizzou Day activities include:

• 11 a.m. Opening ceremony featuring University of Missouri President Mun Choi (South side of Agriculture Building)
• 2 p.m. Truman Tiger Roar Contest (Mizzou Central)
• 3:30 p.m. Mascot Meet Up (Mizzou Central)
• 6 p.m. Opening Day Parade featuring Truman the Tiger and Spot the robotic dog from Boston Dynamics (South side of Agriculture Building)

Plus, we’ll have giveaways and special appearances by Mizzou leaders and Truman throughout the day.

2. Visit the Mizzou Central building to get the Mizzou experience.

Mizzou is committed to working with Missourians to address the state’s challenges related to agriculture, economic opportunity, educational access and health and well-being. Mizzou Central is a place where our students, faculty and staff will share demonstrations, activities, giveaways and more while showcasing some of the many ways we impact the state of Missouri.

And don’t miss out on Buck’s Ice Cream Place — they’ll be serving up Tiger Stripe and other favorites created and scooped by College of Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources students.

There’s lots to see and do.

3. Support Missouri’s largest youth development organization: Missouri 4-H.

Did you know Missouri 4-H is a University of Missouri Extension program?

Missouri 4-H’ers are valued leaders in their communities, and hundreds of them will participate in demonstrations and competitions at this year’s State Fair. 

Make special plans to attend the Fair on Saturday, Aug. 10, for 4-H Family and Clover Kid Day and on Monday, Aug. 12, for the 4-H Feeding Missouri activity (events located in the 4-H building). View more 4-H events here.

4. Stock up on Mizzou merch and grab tickets to MU Athletics events.

Throughout the fair, the Tiger Team Store will be selling Mizzou gear and gifts at Mizzou Central. There will be a wide selection of MU T-shirts, hats and gift items to choose from including two State Fair-exclusive shirts. Anyone who currently receives a discount through the store will also be able to use their discount at the Fair. This discount includes Tiger Scholarship, Mizzou Alumni Association members, Mizzou faculty and staff, and those who bank with a Central Bank affiliate.

5. Sign up to stay informed on Mizzou events and programs.

Whether you want to learn what’s happening on campus or what we have happening in your community, we’ve got you covered.
When you sign up for our mailing list, you’ll be entered into a raffle to win four tickets to Mizzou Football’s Sept. 21 Ag Day game. Sign up for the mailing list here or at the booth at Mizzou Central.