Livestock & Horse FAQ

Are health papers required to bring livestock on grounds?

Yes, health papers are required. Please see the Animal Health Regulations for specie requirements.
The livestock inspectors will check your health papers upon your arrival at Gate 7.

How many exhibitor passes will I receive with my entries?

Exhibitors receive one season gate pass wristband. Exhibitors can purchase extra passes online when they submit entries or at the livestock credentials trailer upon arrival.

How can I purchase parking passes?

Livestock Exhibitor Parking permits can be purchased online with entries or during the show at the livestock credentials trailer.
VIP Livestock Parking permits will go on sale online August 1. These are first come, first serve.

Where do I pick up the passes I purchased?

Passes can be picked up at the livestock credentials trailer, located at Gate 7.

Are RV hook ups available on grounds?

Yes, you can call the RV Park to place a reservation at (918) 744-1113, ext. 2145.

What hotels are located around the fairgrounds?

Is bedding provided in the stalls?

Mulch bedding will only be provided in tie-outs. No bedding will be provided in any of the barns.

Is there feed and bedding available for purchase on grounds?

Yes, Expo Bedding and Feed is located north of Super Duty. Pre-orders are due by September 15. Visit the website here for more information: https://expobeddingfeed.company.site/

How much time do I have to unload?

When I am finished showing my animals can I leave?

Please be familiar with the designated release dates and times for each species. You will need to obtain a release from the Division Show Superintendent or Livestock Office once you are eligible for release. View the specie rules for arrival and release times.

Livestock Exhibitor Handbook

Am I eligible to participate in the Junior Livestock Show?

Participation in the Junior Livestock Shows are limited to Oklahoma residents, who are members of an Oklahoma County 4-H Club or Oklahoma FFA Chapter. Exhibitors must be 8 and in the third grade by September 1, and cannot turn 19 before January 1, on the year of the show.
Youth who have turned 5 by July 1, but are not enrolled in 4-H are eligible to show in the Youth Gilt Show only.

What animals are required to nominate?

All Market Barrows, Market Goats, Market Lambs, Market Steers, Commercial Ewes, Commercial Heifers, Breeding Does, and Breeding Gilts must submit a nomination by July 8.
Prospect Steers, Registered Heifers and Registered Ewes are not required to submit a nomination.

When will I receive my stall assignments?