Summer is a wonderful time in Iowa City with free, family friendly events constantly popping up on the calender. Today I’m here to tell you about the upcoming annual Johnson County Fair scheduled from July 26 through July 29, 2010. This is a popular event through all age groups with 70,000 people visiting the fair every year. A number that’s climbing. No surprise there – Children and tractors, that’s a winning combination right there! Directions to Johnson County Fairgrounds.

The theme is Living and Learning at the 2010 Johnson County Fair. And now without further ado, here’s the schedule for events throughout the week:

Monday July 26 – Teen Day

• Classic Tractor Display
• 5.00pm Kiddie Tractor Pull
• 6.30pm Truck & Tractor Pull
• 8.00pm Pumptown Family Band

Tuesday July 27 – Kids Day

• Recycle Guy
• Burn Unit Puppets
• Robotics Exhibit
• Hawkeye Cheerleaders
• Herky
• 8.00pm Jake McVey

Wednesday July 28 – Senior Day

• Classic Car Display
• Pickleball Demonstration
• 5.00pm Banned Wagon Group
• 7.00pm Bill Riley Talent Contest

Thursday July 29 – Veterans Day

• Chainsaw Display & Auction
• Pie Contest & Auction
• 6.30pm Skid Steer Rodeo
• 7.00pm Extra Credit Project Band
• 9.30pm Fireworks

You’ll find more information at the Johnson County Agricultural Association website JohnsonCoFair.com.