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Opening Day

Date: July 10, 2026

Time: 9:00 AM - 11:00 PM

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Oakland County Fair Events

Opening Day & Military Appreciation Day
Presented by Oakland County Parks and Recreation

FREE Admission for Military Personnel
Military ID Required

Join us as we kick off the Oakland County Fair and celebrate two milestone anniversaries: America's 250th birthday and Oakland County Parks' 60th anniversary.

Opening Day festivities begin Friday, July 10, in the Memorial Garden. The celebration starts at 11:30 AM with a ribbon-cutting ceremony and historical marker dedication, followed by a noon program featuring current and historical color guard units honoring our nation's flag. Stay afterward to enjoy complimentary cake and ice cream as we celebrate together.

Come be part of this special day as we honor our history, recognize those who have served, and begin ten days of fair fun and tradition.

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Register for Free Opening Day Parking

Register for Opening Day 2026

Our presenting sponsor, Oakland County Parks and Recreation, Is providing free opening day parking to the first 400 Oakland County residents (limit one per address) to register for this event.

To register just complete this form with your name, email, and address confirming that you are an Oakland County resident. Then approximately one week before the event you will receive an electronic ticket in your email. Be sure to check your spam folder if you do not see it. For any questions please email info@oakfair.org

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Opening Day

July 10, 2026 | 9:00 AM - 11:00 PM