The Gilbert Plains-Grandview Ag Society Fair and Rodeo starts today.

This year the society decided to focus on bringing bigger entertainment for the whole family.

“We’re trying to get a few more things that will draw in some more families so that they can come in and have a good weekend, “said Krista Gaber, an organizer.

There are some big changes to make note of.

“We’re doing something different this year. We’re trying the rodeo on Friday night. It’ll start at 7 o’clock for the Heartland Rodeo. At halftime, we’ve got pony races for the kids which are always a huge crowd pleaser, lots of fun entertainment there.”

Gaber shares some of the new attractions they’ve brought in.

“We’re just trying to get some different inflatable equipment in and stuff like that. Stuff for kids that are a little bit older as well and sure adults can go on, the hippo-chow-down and the Warrior Dome and stuff like that. And bumper Cars, of course, that’s always a big attraction.”

The rodeo features 3 days of excitement with some of the best cowboys on the Canadian rodeo circuit.

It’s the 120th annual fair taking place at the Gilbert Plains Fair and Rodeo Grounds.