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J. Cole debuted in 2007 with his mixtape The Come Up. He followed this with a second mixtape The Warm

Up (2009), and shined on "A Star Is Born" from Jay-Z's album The Blueprint 3. A fervent fan base – of boys

and girls, men and women – were with him. It's for them that Cole has since 2013 conducted an annual

tour called "Dollar And A Dream" where fans willing paying one buck

are treated to tracks from his early work. That's payback.

In 2015, J. Cole won Album of the Year at the BET Hip Hop Awards and

Top Rap Album at the Billboard Music Awards. He was also a nominee

for Best Rap Album at the 58th Grammy Awards and has received many

additional accolades for his work.

Concert 7:30 p.m. Prices include State Fair gate admission: $115 / $100 / $70

Presented by:

What’s Happening Today?

KOMO’s First Day at the Fair Food Drive. Free admission 10 a.m.—12 p.m.

with suggested food donation, benefitting the Puyallup Food Bank.

BECU Free Kids’ Days—Kids under age 18 are free all weekend (Fri-Mon)

Fireworks Spectacular, 10 p.m.

Appearing on the Grandstand Stage

Friday, Sept. 2, 2016

Kid Rock is known as a top performer in the rock, pop, and country arenas, as well

as generously donating to charitable causes over the years. Kid Rock has sold 35

million albums worldwide, is a five-time Grammy Award nominee, and has re-

ceived countless awards for his music, including super-hit song, “All Summer

Long,” which hit #1 in eight countries.

Kid Rock is multi talented, having made guest appearances on WWE Raw, King of

the Hill, South Park, CSI: NY, VH1 and MTV, as well as having his own clothing line,

Made in Detroit, with proceeds awarded to aid music scholarships, and intro-

duced his own beer, Bad Ass Beer in July 2009.

Concert 7:30 p.m. Prices include State Fair gate admission: $120 / $105 / $95, Reserved

Seating, $38 Pre-Show Party (does not include concert or Fair gate admission)

Presented by:


Check out the 4-H archery indoor shoot, 9 a.m.—1 p.m.

It’s Robots to the Recue in the 4-H Robotics Activity, 10 a.m.—5 p.m.

Dance! Dance! Dance!! A Dance competition, to show off your moves on Showplace

Stage at 7 p.m. for cash prizes!


Saturday, Sept. 3, 2016

Tim McGraw has sold more than 40 million records worldwide and dominated the charts with 36 #1 sin-

gles. He's won three Grammy Awards, 16 Academy of Country Music Awards, 14 Country Music Associa-

tion Awards, 10 American Music Awards, three People's Choice Awards and numerous other honors.

Concert 7:30 p.m. Prices include State Fair gate admission: Reserved

Seating, $85—$150, VIP Experience (includes concert ticket) $250-$350

Presented by:


American Diabetes Association Day at the Fair—Fundraise to stop Diabetes, earn free

early admission to the Fair and more!

Check out the amazing view from the new Grand Wheel. The Fair’s newest ride is

108 tall with 24 gondolas.

Check out the agriculture and horticulture displays , available all hours of the Fair.


Sunday, Sept. 4, 2016

A1A was born in 1991 when Lead Vocalist and Guitarist, Jeff Pike asked Atlanta Parrot Head Club Founder,

Scott Nickerson to join him in his already successful one man tribute to Jimmy Buffett. In 1992, the band

won a Jimmy Buffett Sound Alike Contest for Margaritaville Rec-

ords and the A1A ball started rolling - a ball that is still rolling 25

years later.

A1A performs as a seven-piece band, complete with audio and

light production, bringing to life a colorful and energetic family

friendly Jimmy Buffett Tribute Show. A1A Beachwrecked Pirates

will boost the Margaritaville atmosphere at the concert.

Concert 5 p.m. FREE! Presented by:


The first 1,000 paid guests will receive a bobblehead of the Fair mascot, Big WA

$2 rides until 2 p.m. good for use throughout the day. Excludes Extreme Scream and

Adventure Zone rides.

Military Appreciation Day—Free gate admission to all active , reserved and retired

military and National Guard and their dependents, plus disabled veterans, with valid ID.

End of Summer Bash Pre-Show Party—food, drinks, entertainment. Online tickets for

Purchase.


Monday, Sept. 5, 2016

Stu Cook and Doug “Cosmo” may not have intended it, but their band Creedence Clearwater Re-

visited has taken on a startling life of its own. The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame rhythm section

(bass and drums respectively) from the legendary group

Creedence Clearwater Revival launched the Creedence Clearwa-

ter Revisited project in 1995 to once again perform live

Creedence Clearwater Revival hits - touchstones of a generation.

Though the pair initially only planned to play private parties,

Creedence Clearwater Revisited now performs up to 100 shows a

year and released the album “Recollection.”

Concert 7:30 p.m., $30 General Admission Seating

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Enjoy the unique country sounds of the Doo-Wahs. Free on the Coca Cola Stage with

three performance starting at 1 p.m.

Discover exotic animals from around the world including Nigerian dwarf goats, parrots

yaks and more!

Meet Thor and Captain America at Superhero Headquarters! Other superhero meet and

Greets available each week of the Fair.


Wednesday, Sept. 7, 2016

While rock band Smash Mouth formed in 1994, they haven’t slowed down in

providing partying music across generations. Their first major label debut

“Fush Yu Mang” went more than double platinum, followed by their album

Astrolounge, that went quadruple platinum in status. That album had hits “All-

Star,” “Then the Morning Comes,” and “Cant’ Get Enough Of You Baby.” Smash

Mouth has even provided the musical heart of the soundtrack for “Shrek.”

Concert 7:30 p.m., $30 General Admission Seating

Presented by:


Senior Thursdays are dedicated to free entertainment and special activities for our

senior guests. The Red Hat parade starts at 12:15 p.m.

Come see local and regional Beef Cattle throughout the run of the Fair.

Tractor Tracks—Here’s an opportunity for the little ones to test their skills driving a

pedal tractor. In an interactive tractor maze. This fun ride is free!


Thursday, Sept. 8, 2016

Rodeo Playoffs & Thompson Square Dancing in the Dirt Party

The Washington State Fair Rodeo, presented by O’Reilly Auto Parts, is an important step in helping take the

top rodeo athletes to the Finals in Las Vegas at the end of the year. The top 24 competitors vie for their part

of the prize winnings, and their performances guarantee edge-of-your-seat action. The PRCA athletes are

giving the fans a rodeo that they won’t soon forget. The Dancing in the Dirt party continues after the con-

cert in the Bucking Shoot Saloon in the rodeo arena for all rodeo and concert ticket holders.

Husband and wife duo Keifer and Shawna Thompson started as solo acts, until they sang backing vocals in

2007 on Ty Herndon’s Right About Now. The rest, they say, is history. In 2012 the duo was honored to re-

ceive top honors as the “Vocal Duo of the Year” by ACM and CMA. In 2013 ACM awarded them “Vocal Duo

of the Year” again. They have three No. 1 hits to their name, seven mainstream industry awards, and over

25 award nominations.

Presented by:

1 p.m. Rodeo/ 6:30 p.m. Rodeo and Concert


Western Rodeo Parade and Cattle Drive—10 a.m., The non-motorized parade,

includes equestrian drill teams, draft horse hitches, military marching bands, great musical

entertainment, royalty, and cowboys on horseback. The annual tradition heads through

Downtown Puyallup up Meridian to the Fair’s Gold Gate.

Fireworks Spectacular, 10 p.m.

Appearing in the Grandstand Arena


Rodeo Playoffs & Chris Janson Dancing in the Dirt Party

The Washington State Fair Rodeo, presented by O’Reilly Auto Parts, is an important step in helping take the

top rodeo athletes to the Finals in Las Vegas at the end of the year. The top 24 competitors vie for their part

of the prize winnings, and their performances guarantee edge-of-your-seat action. The PRCA athletes are

giving the fans a rodeo that they won’t soon forget. The Dancing in the Dirt party continues after the con-

cert in the Bucking Shoot Saloon in the rodeo arena for all rodeo and concert ticket holders.

Born and raised in Perryville, Missouri, Chris Janson knew exactly what he wanted upon high school gradua-

tion, to head to Nashville. The guitarist / harmonica player also had a gift of songwriting. His first big success

was co-writing Tim McGraw’s 2012 hit, “Truck Yeah.” He’s had his songs recorded by artists like Hank Wil-

liams, Jr., Joe Nichols, and Randy Houser. The Academy of Country Music recently announced their 2016

nominees, and Chris Janson has been nominated for “New Male,” and his song “Buy Me a Boat” was nomi-

nated for “Single.”

Presented by:

1 p.m. Rodeo/ 6:30 p.m. Rodeo and Concert


Xfinity Weekend Dizzy Pass—the best ride deal, available exclusively on Sept 10, 11.

Includes unlimited Funtastic Midway and SillyVille ride bracelet and two rides. Excludes

Extreme Scream & Adventure Zone rides.

Get your favorite brew at Beer Haven. The world’s largest mobile bar with more than 60

beers on tap will be at the Fair from Sept. 2-25. Listen to live music on the Beer Haven

Stage while enjoying your drinks.



Washington State Fair Rodeo Finals

With PRCA’s National Finals Rodeo around the corner, the top rodeo athletes are working harder than ever

to complete their season on a high note. The Washington State Fair Rodeo, presented by O’Reilly Auto

Parts, is an important step in helping take them to the Finals in Las Vegas at the end of the year.

The top 24 competitors in each event will be vying for their part of the prize winnings, and their perfor-

mances guarantee edge-of-your-seat action. The PRCA athletes are giving the fans a rodeo that they won’t

soon forget.

The Washington State Fair Rodeo is one of the Top 5 rodeos in the country. This is the 83rd rodeo held in

Puyallup during the Fair, bringing a fine-tuned performance for rodeo fans and first timers alike.

Rodeo Finals: 1 p.m.

Presented by:


Visit our friendly farm critters located in the Fair Farm near Green Gate with tons of

cute animals to touch including bunnies, llamas, goats, roosters and more!

Folk music fans can check out can check out singer John Dunnigan on Showplace Stage

during one of his three daily performances, starting at 11 a.m.



Australian-American Christian pop duo, for King & Country were selected Contemporary Christian Artist of

the Year in the 2015 GMA Dove Awards, as well as winning two Grammy Awards the same year. Hits “Run

Wild” and “Fix My Eyes” are the latest hits on their album, Run Wild. Live Free. Love

Strong.

Named after a British battle cry, for King & Country has been called “Australia’s an-

swer to Coldplay” by American Songwriter. Joel and Luke Smallbone were born in

Sydney, and moved to Nashville in 1991. Their father was a music promoter, and

took his children to work with him as they grew up. It is no wonder that they caught

the music bug. Their sister, Christian recording artist and speaker Rebecca St. James

also followed suit.

Concert 7:30 p.m., $46, $36, $26 Presented by:




See the blue ribbon winners in the Fine Art Contest, Pavilion (second floor)

Feel the beat with Street Beat Percussion Parkour on the Fountain Stage—Daily!



DNCE frontman Joe Jonas pulled the best of the best together to form DNCE. Formed in the summer of

2015, DNCE, which also features guitarist JinJoo Lee, bassist/keyboardist Cole

Whittle, and drummer Jack Lawless, was born from Jonas’s long-brewing plan

to launch an offbeat pop project inspired by the melodic R&B of Earth, Wind

& Fire and Hall & Oates. Almost as soon as they started playing together,

DNCE had a palpable chemistry and easy camaraderie that they hope to carry

over into their audience.





Show off your cooking skills in the Chili Challenge, or come witness the competition,

5-7 p.m. (online pre-registration required)

Meet our state’s biggest legend face-to-face! The Fair’s mascot Big WA can be found

Near SillyVille throughout the duration of the Fair!



X Ambassadors released their debut full-length album, VHS in 2015 with hit songs, "Unconsolable,"

"Jungle" and "Renegades". Both Love Songs Drug Songs, and EP The Reason were preludes to this great suc-

cess. International pop star Rachel Platten broke through in 2015 with her 3x platinum hit single "Fight

Song." Her 2nd platinum selling single "Stand By You" reached #1 at Adult Pop Radio, and her current single

"Better Place" is proving to be yet another hit single as it approaches Top 15 at Adult Pop radio.

Concert 7:30 p.m., $65, $50, $40

Presented by:


Crawl around inside the stump house, or learn to churn butter in Timber Gulch, the

1890s replica town. Free, located near SillyVille.

What is coffee’s perfect match? Biscotti of course! Stop by and see the recipes in the

Home Arts Dept

Larry Jones will share his singing, comedy and impressionist skills with fans on Aqua Rec’s

Showplace Stage



Nine-time Grammy nominee, hit-making singer and songwriter Charlie Wilson has brought R&B to new

heights. His sixth solo album in January featured hit single, “Goodnight Kisses,”

already a top ten single, bringing his grand total of 18 hits, which includes eight

No. 1 songs. In 2013, BET honored Wilson with a Lifetime Achievement Award.

So what’s the secret behind Wilson’s ongoing contemporary foothold? Start with

emotion-packed, full-bodied tenor vocals and real-life lyrics that soar above the formulaic, auto-tuned

clutter that dictates most of popular music. As Billboard related in its review of “Goodnight Kisses”: “Over

snap-and-swing doo-wop-inspired production, the Gap Band co-founder sings sweetly about his loved

one’s smooches. At 61 years old, Wilson is still as convincing a romantic as ever.”



Your toes will start tapping to the sounds of Dixieland music by Fabulous Roadstars as they

stroll the grounds

Watch artisans create clay pottery, handmade bags, fused glass created right before

your eyes in Artists in Action

Ooh and aah at the fireworks spectacular, 10 p.m.



Country superstar Alan Jackson’s KEEPIN’ IT COUNTRY TOUR finds the country

icon performing hits that have gained him legions of longtime fans, songs that

continue to draw new crowds as a younger generation discover his music. Jack-

son’s repertoire withstands the test of time; it has impacted a field of artists who

cite Jackson as an influence. Fans will hear the songs they love from the man who

wrote them and made them famous, including his debut hit, “Here in The Real

World”…signature songs such as “Chattahoochee,” “Drive” and “Gone Country”…

party anthems “It’s Five O’Clock Somewhere” and “Good Time”…and many, many

more.

Concert 7:30 p.m., $85, $65, $50, Presented by:


Celebrate the vibrant cultures of the Far East on Asia Pacific Cultural Center Day, on

Showplace Stage. Groups from around the South Puget Sound will pay homage to

their heritage through traditional dress, dance and music.

Check out the Education Stage. Our community stage featuring our local talent of

singers, dancers, musicians, and much more.

Grab a selfie when you see Tubbs, the blue duck as he waddles around the Fair



Celebrate Fiestas Patrias in style this year with a concert featuring Voz de Mando, Proyec-

to X and Mariachi Divas performing on the grandstand stage. Voz de Mando’s hit single

“Comandos del M.P. (500 Balazos)” brought them international fame in 2010, which has

continued to this day. Proyecto X is known for songs “Ignore,” “Mi Angelita mi Diablita,”

and “The Beast.”

Los Angeles-based Voz de Mando received a Latin Grammy Award nomination for their

Mexican regional music. In 2010 they received mainstream success with hit single,

“Comandos del M.P. (500 Balazos)”. The group had only organized a year before, quite a

feat for such a prestigious nomination.

Concert 5 p.m. Adults $20, Kids 12 years & under $10

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This full day event celebrates Latin culture and arts, with special entertainment and

fun for the whole family throughout the fairgrounds. Enjoy a fabulous collection of

sizzling Latin entertainment ranging from traditional mariachis to colorful folkloric

dancers!

Head over to Livestock Barn A to see a special display of poultry from the Washington

Junior Poultry Exposition.

See the blue ribbon winners in the Fine Art Contest, Pavilion second floor



With five albums to his credit, Chris Young has amassed seven No. 1 singles, eleven

Gold/Platinum certifications and performed for audiences ranging from Good

Morning America to Australia and Japan to Jimmy Kimmel Live. The RCA Records

artist is a dynamic live performer who plays a powerhouse show packed with hits,

including chart toppers “Gettin’ You Home,” “Voices,” “Tomorrow,” and “I’m

Comin’ Over.”

Chris Young is an international ambassador for his genre, a talented songwriter,

and a southern gentleman who is frequently declared one of country music’s sexi-

est men by People and Nash Country Weekly magazines. Young is just as well known for his classic baritone

as he is for melt-your-heart ballads and is winning audiences across the globe. Released in November of

2015 and debuting at #1 on Billboard’s Top Country Albums chart, Young’s first co-produced

album, I’m Comin’ Over, also features the three-week #1 smash title track.

Concert 7:30 p.m. , $60, $50, $40 Presented by:


Judging can be sweet at the Washington State Fair Apple Pie Contest in Home Arts

You’ll enjoy DJs spinning tunes on the Beer Haven Stage from 12—8 p.m. - weekdays

(age 21+ only)

Be mesmerized by Tina Marie, Master Hypnotist on the Coca-Cola Stage



Gavin DeGraw’s single “Not Over You,” reached No. 1 on the Hot AC charts, was a top 10 hit at Top 40

radio, and was certified double platinum. His first album, Sweeter propelled to a No. 8 debut on the

Billboard album chart, his second Top 10 album after his

2008 self-titled release. DeGraw’s first album spawned

the hit singles “In Love With A Girl” and the gold-certified

“We Belong Together.” With his 2011 self-titled debut

album, Andy Grammer became the first male pop star in

a decade to reach the Top 10 at Adult Pop Radio on his

first two singles, "Keep Your Head Up" and "Fine By Me," certified Platinum and Gold respectively, selling

more than 1.5 million downloads combined.

Concert 7 p.m. , $65, $55, $43 Presented by:


Check out the urban farm and garden, which includes demonstrations of small-scale

farming, making your yard more wild-life friendly and more! Located in Barn J.

Don’t miss the 4-H dog show, all day in Barn F.

Wave at the Fair’s cutest characters, in the daily parade happening at 5:30 p.m.



Dierks Bentley is a smartly balanced a centrist commercial country sound with his

love of classic country, a rocker's spirit and shreds of bluegrass and Texas red-dirt

music. His five previous studio albums have sold more than five million copies –

particularly noteworthy in an environment of shrinking album sales – and Bentley

has garnered 11 GRAMMY nominations and Grand Ole Opry membership. His al-

bum Home debuted at No. 1 and yielded three consecutive chart-topping hits,

giving him 10 No. 1 songs total in his career.



Don’t be baaashful, check out the sheep shows in Agriplex.

See the great student talent at the Jr./Sr. High Art Show in the Pavilion.

Check out more than 50 of the wildest and wackiest collections in Hobby Hall.



Get ready for a night of laughter when Jeff Foxworthy and Larry the Cable Guy

come to the Washington State Fair tonight. Known for his classic line, “You might

be a redneck if…,” Jeff Foxworthy has sold more records than any other comedian

in history 30 million albums, was a multiple Grammy Award nominee and best-

selling author of more than 26 books. Blue collar humor comes to life the moment

you hear Larry the Cable Guy’s signature catchphrase, “Git-R-Done.” His CDs have

not only been #1 on Billboard’s Comedy Charts, but have also been certified gold.

Larry the Cable Guy is a multiplatinum recording artist, Grammy nominee, bestselling author, and was

named to Forbes “Celebrity 100” list in 2006 and 2007.



Who will the judges pick in the best jam and jelly contest? Find out at 10 a.m.

in Home Arts.

Check out the competition in the pygmy and dairy goat shows.

Meet Seattle Seahawks superstar Michael Bennett ad he sits down for a Q & A and

fan meet-and-greet.



American hip hop artist Flo Rida has a long string of hits, including the

2008 “Low,” which was number one for 10 weeks in the United States

and broke the record for digital download sales at the time of its re-

lease. He has sold over 80 million digital singles, and is known for

songs, “Right Round,” “Club Can’t Handle Me,” and “Good Feeling.”

With the success of his management company, Flo Rida and Lee

“Freezy” Prince launched their own record label, IMG, in June 2011. With his musical success, Flo Rida got

back to his roots of giving back and started “Big Dreams For Kids” a nonprofit foundation that is committed

to inspiring future leaders



Watch the Tumbleweed Crossing comedy gunfighter show at Timber Gulch - daily at

1, 4 and 6 p.m.

Be mesmerized by the Rainbow Unicorns, amazing stilt walkers who wander the grounds

Witness the Sea Gals like never before! The Seattle Sea Gals, the official cheerleaders

of the Seattle Seahawks, will be singing and dancing their way across the Showplace Stage

with two shows starting at 1 p.m.



With mega-hit songs “Hey, Soul Sister,” “Meet Virginia,” and “Drops of

Jupiter” under their belt, Train looks like they are riding the popularity

wave for years to come. This three-time Grammy Award winning

group has sold over 10 million albums and 30 million tracks world-

wide.

In April 2012, Train released their sixth studio album, California 37; it

peaked at number four on the Billboard 200. The album's lead single "Drive By" peaked at number 10 on

the Billboard Hot 100 and also became a top ten hit in multiple other countries. In Sept. 2014 the band re-

leased the album, Bulletproof Picasso, and in 2015 released Christmas in Tahoe.



Watch our favorite Super Bowl champs, the Seattle Seahawks, take on the 49ers and

celebrate with other fans at our Ultimate Tailgate Party, 1:05 p.m.

It’s the last day of the Fair so make your way through all the barns to see all the animals!

Foodies will be entertained with live cooking demonstration in the Home Arts kitchen by

chefs and food experts .



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