The 2026 Mercer County Fair will include the 33rd year of the Mercer County Youth Livestock Auction next week.
Since its inception in 1993, the event has raised more than $1.2 million for local exhibitors. Last year’s Mercer County Youth Livestock Auction set a new single-year record over $74,000 raised.
Mike Peterson has been involved for all 33 years.
The 2026 Mercer County Youth Livestock Auction is Friday, July 7, at 6 p.m.