Written by
Beth Farrah, SMT Writer
Dexter, Missouri – The countdown to the Demolition Derby held at the Stoddard County Fair Grounds has begun. This exciting, adrenaline-pumping event will take place on Saturday, May 18th. The derby is sponsored by the Stoddard County Fair Board and the members of the board will be working hard so that everything runs smoothly for this upcoming Saturday.
The fair grounds will most likely be filled with quite a big crowd, since the Demolition Derby will take place no matter what the weather is doing this weekend. The first place winner of the derby will take home the grand prize of $1200, the second place winner will earn $750, the third place winner will receive $400, the fourth place winner will get $200, and the final fifth place winner will receive $100. The awards given out will also include the Mad Dog Awards.
Compact cars that participate in this event will be held between cancellation and final heats for 100% payback. Same rules apply to the compact cars as they do for the full size derby cars that will be participating except for a few alterations. A full list of the rules and regulations for derby cars, compact cars, and participants can be viewed at www.stoddardcountyfair.com.
If you would like to attend the Demolition Derby on Saturday, the grandstand fee for the adults is $8 while the fee for children (ages six through twelve) will be $5. Children that are five years old or younger will be let in for free. Pit passes are currently available and if you wish to purchase these passes for $15, you must be sixteen years old or older.
Keep in mind that there will be no alcohol allowed at this event. It is meant to be fun, safe, and entertaining. All participants are expected to read and follow all rules and guidelines before participating in the derby. The Demolition Derby will take place at 7p.m. on Saturday, May 18th at the Stoddard County Fair Grounds in Dexter. The event is made to continue on schedule, whether it decides to rain or shine. The gates will open at 4:30pm but the derby will not officially start until 7pm.
To print out fliers, see the rules or regulations, or ask questions you have about the rules, you can visit the Stoddard County Fair website or contact Stoddard County Fair Board Members Jason (573-576-0678) or Kevin Holman (573-625-8650).
