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GALLERY: Eastern Idaho State Fair hosts thousands of fair-goers as it celebrates America’s 250th anniversary

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Daniel V. Ramirez

Daniel V. Ramirez, EastIdahoNews.com

With over 250,000 visitors every year, the Eastern Idaho State Fair gears up for another year of attendance as it celebrates America's 250th anniversary. | Daniel V. Ramirez, EastIdahoNews.com
With over 250,000 visitors every year, the Eastern Idaho State Fair gears up for another year of attendance as it celebrates America’s 250th anniversary. | Daniel V. Ramirez, EastIdahoNews.com
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BLACKFOOT — With cooler temperatures and the Labor Day weekend, the Eastern Idaho State Fair hosts thousands of attendees as it celebrates America’s 250th anniversary.

The theme for this year’s fair was Red, White and Blue Jeans with numerous pairs of jeans strewn about the fair grounds.

For those looking at more patriotic things to do, the EISF’s food vendors have gone all out to create unique dishes to celebrate America’s 250 in colorful or calorie dense options.

RELATED | Worth every bite, here’s a look at the food that’s coming to the Eastern Idaho State Fair

Whether it is roaming around the fairgrounds, visiting those staple food vendors or seeing the animals being showcased this year, there is something to do this year at the fair.

The fair started on Friday and will end on Sept. 12. For those looking to learn more or to buy tickets, visit funatthefair.com.

Here is a look at some of the sights at the fair over the past weekend.

A group of firends posing for a selif while on a train ride during the Eastern Idaho State Fair. | Daniel V. Ramirez, EastIdahoNews.com
A group of friends posing for a selfie while on a train ride during the Eastern Idaho State Fair. | Daniel V. Ramirez, EastIdahoNews.com
Workers at Tasty Traditions bagging cotton candy as fairgoers wait eagerly for a sweet snack. | Daniel V. Ramirez, EastIdahoNews.com
Workers at Tasty Traditions bagging cotton candy as fairgoers wait eagerly for a sweet snack. | Daniel V. Ramirez, EastIdahoNews.com
As the animals in the Goddard Pavillion get ready to hit the hay, many fairgoers had a chance to pet them or see some of the award winning animals. | Daniel V. Ramirez, EastIdahoNews.com
As the animals in the Goddard Pavilion get ready to hit the hay, many fairgoers had a chance to pet them or see some of the award winning animals. | Daniel V. Ramirez, EastIdahoNews.com
Lead singer Aaron Ball playing at the AgWest Farm Credit Free Stage at the Eastern Idaho State Fair Saturday night, with his band, the Aaron Ball Band. | Daniel V. Ramirez, EastIdahoNews.com
Lead singer Aaron Ball playing at the AgWest Farm Credit Free Stage at the Eastern Idaho State Fair Saturday night, with his band, the Aaron Ball Band. | Daniel V. Ramirez, EastIdahoNews.com
With thousands of individuals making their way through the Eastern Idaho State Fair, numerous booths and displays are available to attendees to learn, buy, or sign up. | Daniel V. Ramirez, EastIdahoNews.com
With thousands of individuals making their way through the Eastern Idaho State Fair, numerous booths and displays are available to attendees to learn, buy or sign up. | Daniel V. Ramirez, EastIdahoNews.com
A man wearing a shirt saying "all or nothing," walking away with his three foot tall Pikachu plush at the Eastern Idaho State Fair. | Daniel V. Ramirez, EastIdahoNews.com
A man wearing a shirt saying “all or nothing,” walking away with his three foot tall Pikachu plush at the Eastern Idaho State Fair. | Daniel V. Ramirez, EastIdahoNews.com
A group of friends taking a photo in the neon glow of the fair rides at night during the 2026 Eastern Idaho State Fair. | Daniel V. Ramirez, EastIdahoNews.com
A group of friends taking a photo in the neon glow of the fair rides at night during the 2026 Eastern Idaho State Fair. | Daniel V. Ramirez, EastIdahoNews.com
A little girl holding on during a mechanical buffalo ride at the Eastern Idaho State Fair. | Daniel V. Ramirez, EastIdahoNews.com
A little girl holding on during a mechanical buffalo ride at the Eastern Idaho State Fair. | Daniel V. Ramirez, EastIdahoNews.com
With hundreds of animals being showcased at the Eastern Idaho State Fair, sheep is being trimmed, despite vocing it's opinion. | Daniel V. Ramirez, EastIdahoNews.com
With hundreds of animals being showcased at the Eastern Idaho State Fair, sheep is being trimmed, despite voicing it’s opinion. | Daniel V. Ramirez, EastIdahoNews.com
With dozens of fair rides, ranging from easy-going to high intenstity, there are numerous options for fair attendees to find their fix. | Daniel V. Ramirez, EastIdahoNews.com
With dozens of fair rides, ranging from easy-going to high intensity, there are numerous options for fair attendees to find their fix. | Daniel V. Ramirez, EastIdahoNews.com
A group of Nubian Goats eyeing a girl while they wait for treats at the petting zoo during the Eastern Idaho State Fair. | Daniel V. Ramirez, EastIdahoNews.com
A group of Nubian Goats eyeing a girl while they wait for treats at the petting zoo during the Eastern Idaho State Fair. | Daniel V. Ramirez, EastIdahoNews.com
A fair-goer losing their shoe while on the ride, Turbo, at the Eastern Idaho State Fair. | Daniel V. Ramirez, EastIdahoNews.com
A fair-goer losing their shoe while on the ride, Turbo, at the Eastern Idaho State Fair. | Daniel V. Ramirez, EastIdahoNews.com
A couple trying to find a way to carry a their won tiger plush at the 2026 Eastern Idaho State Fair. | Daniel V. Ramirez, EastIdahoNews.com
A couple trying to find a way to carry a their won tiger plush at the 2026 Eastern Idaho State Fair. | Daniel V. Ramirez, EastIdahoNews.com

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