The Amarillo Tri-State Exposition will be hosting the 88th Annual Tri-State Fair from Sept. 16-24. Sept. 22 will be College Night, where students can get free admission with their college IDs. Events on this day will include a live concert, a magic show, and the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association (PRCA) rodeo.

“It’s a real fun event for concerts, games, rides, and animals that college students would find interesting,” Virgil Bartlett, manager of the Tri-State Fair, said. “ We have one of the best food courts in the nation and it’s good chance to make memories to bring back home.”

Angela Ragland, sponsorship and marketing director of the Tri-State Fair, said she is excited for this year’s PRCA rodeo.“The pro rodeo will be competing for the finals in Vegas,” said Ragland, “We were voted in the top five out of 119 in the medium size category which is a pretty big deal. The top five contenders were selected by the contestants contract personnel.”

There will also be live music by Hotel California, an Eagles tribute band. Jonny Maciel, a senior Agricultural Education major, said he enjoys the music at the Tri-State fair.

“My favorite part of the fair is the live music,” said Maciel. “I’m looking forward to having a good time with my friends.”

College Night will also feature the “Thank A Farmer” magic show, which teaches audiences about agriculture with a twist of entertainment. Joyce Rice who has been featured on the “Tonight Show with Jay Leno,” will be presenting the show.