(KNZA)--The 101th annual Jackson County Fair kicks off Monday, July 13 at the Northeast Kansas Heritage Complex, south of Holton, and runs through Thursday, July 17.

The theme of this year's fair is “Red, White, Blue, and 4-H Green Too!”.This patriotic theme was submitted by Colin Coleman and officially selected by the Jackson County Commissioners in honor of the 250th Anniversary of the United States

The Kiddie Tractor Pull will be held Monday evening 7:00, with registration being held from 5:30 to 6:45.

Tuesday brings the swine and beef shows.

The fair parade will take place Wednesday evening at 6:00 on Holton's Town Square. Serving as grand marshal's this year are David and Mary Schrock.

The 4-H Style Revue will follow the parade at the Amphitheater.

The livestock sale will be held Thursday evening, beginning at 7:00.

Great Plains Amusement will return with carnival rides and games Tuesday through Saturday evening.