GREAT FALLS — Montana ExpoPark in Great Falls is preparing to host the 2022 Montana State Fair. The fair begins on Friday, July 29, and runs through Saturday, August 6. The fair theme this year is "Family, Friends, and Fun."

The fair will also feature a carnival and rides; horse racing; Big Sky Pro Rodeo; commercial vendors; competitive exhibits for livestock, creative arts, and more - and of course "fair food."

Here are the concert acts scheduled to perform:

Among the highlights of the carnival this year:

Competitive exhibits at the fair include Creative Arts; Culinary; Fine Arts; Quilting; Photography; and Weaving Wool.

Other features this year include:

Click here to visit the fair website for more information and ticket sales.