EVENT GUIDE: What to know before heading to the 97th Meridian Dairy Days

The beloved Meridian Dairy Days is back for its 97th year, running from June 25–27, with three days of carnival rides, parades, livestock shows, live music, and hot air balloons at Storey Park and the Meridian Speedway.

This year’s theme is “Red, White & Moo!” and the celebration honors the city’s dairy heritage and supports local 4‑H and FFA youth programs — continuing a tradition that began in 1929 when the very first Dairy Show was held to mark the opening of the Meridian Creamery.

Schedule

Opening Night – Thursday, June 25

Dairy Days kicks off at 5 p.m. when the Rainier Amusements Carnival lights up Storey Park, joined by local food vendors and the always‑popular Ice Cream Social.

On the CBH Homes Stage, Nicole Blaze with Dan Costello performs from 5 to 6:30 p.m., followed by Soul Patch and their powerhouse blend of funk, soul, and rock from 7 to 9:30 p.m…

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