R.K. Shows makes their way to the Ozark Empire Fairgrounds
SPRINGFIELD, Mo.-- At a time when guns are making a lot of news as of late, enthusiasts and collectors made their way to the Ozark Empire Fairgrounds this weekend.
R.K. Shows held a gun and knife expo in Springfield this weekend.
Organizers bring the show to the Ozarks several times each year.
Hundreds of vendors were on hand selling guns, knives, giving demonstrations and introducing new accessories.
One organizer told us about some of the more unique pieces at the show.
World War II snipers, Japaneese stuff, German stuff, special ones, a lot of collectable Winchesters, Brownings, Colts.
R.K. Shows will bring another gun and knife event to the Fairgrounds Oct. 12 and 13.
Security guards and check-points are on-hand to ensure the safety of visitors and exhibitors.
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Empire State Fairgrounds - Springfield, Missouri
Randy Lewis, World's #1 Trackchaser, visited the Ozark Empire Fairgrounds in Springfield, Missouri for some figure 8 racing on March 18, 2011. This was his 1,635th lifetime racetrack to see in 49 different countries. Check out his website at randylewis.org where he has posted more than 50,000 photos, videos and Trackchaser Reports where he reviews each track he visits.
Brass & Sass at the Ozark Empire Fair
Missouri State's Brass and Sass band performs at the opening night of the Ozark Empire Fair in Springfield, Missouri. Grabbed this video when I saw them on the way in to see Glen Campbell's Springfield performance of his Goodbye Tour. I wish I'd gotten them doing Otis Redding's I Can't Turn You Loose.
Braum's An Affair of the Heart Sept. 6-8 at the Ozark Empire Fairgrounds in Springfield, MO!
Braum’s An Affair of the Heart, consistently voted one of the country’s top contemporary craft show by Sunshine Artist magazine, will return to the Ozark Empire Fairgrounds in Springfield, Mo., Sept 6-8 with over 160 booths.
Braum’s An Affair of the Heart is a handmade, boutiques and gourmet market that started over 30 years ago in Oklahoma. It is now the largest and longest running show of its kind in the state and was recently named the #1 contemporary craft show through vendor ballots cast in the annual 200 Best list published by the industry’s leading publication, Sunshine Artist magazine.
The third annual Braum’s An Affair of the Heart show will feature over 150 booths of handmade, boutiques and gourmet food items including everything from jewelry and up-cycled furniture to clothing, home décor, handcrafted lotions and soaps and much more. The vendors represent 10 states traveling to Springfield to sell their goods over three days. The show provides shoppers with a unique opportunity to browse over 100 pop-up shops from across the nation selling unique, one-of-a-kind items celebrating the craft, skill, art and style of the vendor.
“The popularity of sites like Pinterest and Etsy have created a renewed interest in locally-made and unique goods,” said Eleanor Blakeman, founding partner. “Shows like An Affair of the Heart offer shoppers a way to view these goods in person while still supporting local and regional talent.
“We’re excited to return to Springfield because of the support we’ve received over the past two years. We feel like there’s a strong arts and crafts community here and a desire to support local makers like those featured in our shows.”
In 1985 the first An Affair of the Heart show took place in Oklahoma City attracting 60 booths and 800 attendees. In 1995, the franchise was expanded to Tulsa. By 2007, a second show was added in Tulsa. In 2017, the first show in Springfield was held, and throughout the course of 2019 there will be six total shows.
The Braum’s An Affair of the Heart shows are committed to showcasing talented artisans, crafters and independent retailers to the public in support of their crafts and the entire arts and crafts industry.
Show times are Friday and Saturday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Sunday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission is $5 at the door and each ticket is good for all three days. Kids 12 and under get in free. For more information or to purchase tickets online visit aaoth.com.
Antique tractor pull held at Ozark Empire Fairgrounds
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. -- A national tractor event at the Ozark Empire Fairgrounds today -- an antique tractor pull.
There were more than 400 hooks and only two tracks.
Carl Buckner is the promotor of the tractor pull. He says 16 states were represented today, even as far away as New York.
Some are pretty well stock and then we have some that are pretty well hopped up, Buckner said. You hook them to the sled and the guy who goes the farthest is the winner in that class and we have 60 classes!
Buckner says they're working on bringing another tractor pull to Springfield in June.
82nd Ozark Empire Fair Opening Night
SPRINGFIELD, Mo.-- Thursday night marked the premiere of the 82nd Ozark Empire Fair. This year, the fair promises a good time for all with a few new attractions.
Cruisin' Through the Ozark Empire Fair #3 7/31/16
The 80th Anniversary of the Ozark Empire Fair in Springfield, Missouri requires a Lil Rascal to get through.
Hot Stock At Ozark Empire Fair 2017
First place run Monday night
Drop Zone Ride at 2011 Ozark Empire Fair, Springfield, MO
This is a video of the Drop Zone ride on Wade Shows' midway at the 2011 Ozark Empire Fair in Springfield, MO.
Free ride day at the Ozark Empire Fair
Free ride day at the Ozark Empire Fair
Saliva Black Sheep (07-31-07 @ the Ozark Empire Fair, Springfield MO)
When Saliva played the fair, Z106.7 gave me a camera & let me film the first couple songs
Fighter Ride at 2011 Ozark Empire Fair, Springfield, MO
This is a video of the fighter ride that was on the Wade Shows midway at this year's (2011) Ozark Empire Fair in Springfield, MO. Someone from Wade Shows informs me that this is one of only two Fighter rides in the entire world.
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Monster Trucks - Ozark Empire Fair 2016
Monster trucks
figure eight racing
demolition derby
Friday Night at the 81st Annual Ozark Empire Fair 8/4/2017 #1
The weather could not have been better in Springfield, Missouri this particular Friday night.
Low temps, low humidity... no dying from heat stroke.
Riding Around the Ozark Empire Fair 8/4/2017 #3
The Ozark Empire Fair in Springfield, Missouri as seen from a fat guy's point of view. ME!
We're at the Duck Pond here, ran by the Lions Club... been in this building on the fairgrounds since 1949. One of the most fun things to do.
Heartz Rentals makes it possible every year for crippled folks to enjoy the fair. They are a mom and pop businesses. The fair DOES NOT provide disabled access other than parking.
Ozark Empire Fair - 7/30/18
Ozark Empire Fair - 7/30/18
Ozark Empire Fair Carnival Ride 1987 Part 3
Video footage of some of the rides from the 1987 Ozark Empire Fair in Springfield, Missouri.
Ozark Empire Fair 2019
Footage from our peeps in the Park. Marcus and Jenni Adams