About this event
The Open Llama and Alpaca Show is an Oklahoma State Fair (OSF) competition held in the Barn 8 Arena at OKC Fair Park, 3001 General Pershing Blvd, Oklahoma City. It is an open show, so exhibitors of any age and any state may enter. The 2026 judge was Lauren Wright of Brockport, New York.
Dates, deadlines and schedule
The show ran over two days in week two of the 2026 fair:
- Day 1: Friday, September 25 at 7 p.m.
- Day 2: Saturday, September 26 at 9 a.m.
Animals could enter the barn as early as 7:30 a.m. on Thursday, September 24, had to be in place by 6 p.m. Friday, and checked in at Barn 8 at 6 p.m. that evening. Entry fees were $30 per head per applicable class, and the online entry window closed August 21.
Every date on this page is from the 2026 edition, which has now been held. The 2027 dates were not yet published in the sources checked, so treat the pattern below as a guide and confirm the new schedule before you plan a trip.
Getting there
Livestock enter through Gate 7. Animal arrival hours in week two were 7:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. Wednesday through Friday, and there was no arrival on Saturday, September 26. Overnight RV parking is limited to the designated RV lots, so ask the show office about space.
Tips for exhibitors and families
- Every llama and alpaca needs its own Certificate of Veterinary Inspection issued within 30 days before arrival, stating the animal is free of infectious and contagious disease.
- The fair does not guarantee stall locations or counts; stalls are assigned by availability and entries received.
- No outside bedding is allowed without a $5 per bag charge; buy feed and bedding at the store south of Gate 7 (405-948-6786).
- There were no release cards in 2026: all animals were released once their show was complete.
Official links
Oklahoma County and State Fairs: The Essentials
Most Oklahoma counties hold a county or free fair, usually run by the local OSU Extension office and a fair board. A fair book (premium list) sets the divisions, entry dates and rules, and many fairs combine open class, 4-H and FFA entries.
Examples
The 2026 Oklahoma County Free Fair book says admission is free and no entry fee is charged. Junior livestock exhibitors must be 8 by July 1 and be 4-H or FFA members, and junior livestock class premiums run from $40 to $15, with $200 for grand champion. Wagoner County requires original health documents current within 30 days, and a written protest needs a $100 deposit. Tulsa County's fair started in 1903 and offers ribbons for first through fifth place.
State fair
The 2026 Oklahoma State Fair runs September 17-27. Livestock entries have separate deadlines, such as August 21 for 2026 junior steers, so read the guide for your species. Check your county's fair book for current dates.
Read the full guide: Oklahoma County and State Fairs: What to Expect
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Oklahoma City, OK | Organizer: Oklahoma Farm Bureau Official event details - Oklahoma City Farm Show
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Oklahoma City, OK | Organizer: Oklahoma Farm Bureau Official event details
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