What the Clark County Fair Is
The Clark County Fair is a ten-day summer fair at the Clark County Event Center in Ridgefield. Founded in 1868, it is one of the oldest continuously operating fairs in Washington and draws close to 270,000 visitors. The most recent edition ran August 7 to 16, 2026. It mixes exhibits by 4-H, FFA, Grange and Open Class entrants with farm animals, carnival rides, concerts and grandstand shows.
What Is at the Fair
| Area | What it offers |
|---|---|
| Exhibits | 4-H, FFA, Grange and Open Class exhibitors |
| Animals | Farm animals and barns |
| Carnival | Rides open daily at noon |
| Grandstand | Rodeo, demolition derby, side-by-side racing, Tuff Trucks and monster trucks |
| Concerts | Reserved-seating concerts on the opening weekend |
| Stages | Three entertainment stages |
The 2025 Fair as a Guide
The schedule and prices for the 2026 fair were still being finalized on the event page, so the published 2025 fair (August 1 to 10, 2025) is the best guide to how the fair runs. Treat these as last year's figures and confirm current prices at clarkcofair.com.
Hours (2025)
Friday and Saturday 10 a.m. to 11 p.m.; Sunday through Thursday 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Carnival rides opened daily at noon. Barns closed early on Tuesday and on the final Sunday.
Admission and parking (2025)
- Adults $13; seniors 62 and over $11; youth ages 7 to 12 $10; children 6 and under free.
- Parking $8 per vehicle, cash or card.
- Carnival ride credits $1 each; unlimited wristbands $35 plus a $2 fee Monday to Thursday or $38 plus a $2 fee Friday to Sunday.
Grandstand shows (2025)
Grandstand shows were included with admission with free first-come seating: Mutton Bustin' and bull riding, Mutton Bustin' and the Hell On Hooves Rodeo, a demolition derby, side-by-side racing, Tuff Trucks on two nights and monster trucks on the final day.
Concerts (2025)
Brothers Osborne, George Thorogood and the Destroyers, and Kansas played the opening weekend. Reserved seating was $30 to $40 and included fair admission. The featured exhibit was "Ice Age Adventures."
Where
Clark County Fairgrounds (Clark County Event Center), 17402 NE Delfel Rd, Ridgefield, WA 98642, about 15 miles north of Vancouver off I-5. Phone (564) 397-6180.
Questions
Do shows cost extra?
In 2025 the grandstand shows were included with admission; concerts were separate reserved seats.
Can I pay for rides separately?
Yes. Ride credits or an unlimited wristband were sold in 2025, and carnival rides open at noon daily.
Is the fair good for 4-H and FFA families?
The fair hosts 4-H, FFA, Grange and Open Class exhibits alongside the farm animals.
When is the next fair?
The most recent edition was August 7 to 16, 2026. See clarkcofair.com for the next dates.
Official Links
Indiana County Fairs and Youth Livestock Shows: The Essentials
Indiana's 92 counties each host a fair, and most run in July, per the Farm Bureau's 2026 county fair guide. Allen County ran June 23-28 and Adams County July 19-23.
State fair
The 2026 Indiana State Fair ran August 7 to 23 in Indianapolis, with 4-H beef, swine and sheep shows starting August 7, per the livestock show schedule.
IDs and health
Animal ID goes into Indiana 4-H Online by May 15, per the 2026 ID chart. Indiana animals need no BOAH health certificate unless the show asks, per the state requirements.
Who can show
Indiana 4-H runs from third grade through grade 12, up to ten years, per the eligibility policy. Members enroll each year in 4-H Online.
Show week
Harrison County opened livestock check-in June 19 and held its auction June 25, per its 2026 handbook.
Next steps
Ask your county Extension office for your fair book and ID day dates.
Rules and entry limits differ by fair.
Read the full guide: Indiana County Fairs and Youth Livestock Shows
Other Upcoming Events Nearby
- Gibson County Pesticide Applicator Recertification (PARP)
Pesticide applicator recertification program on Nov. 18, 2026 in the Exhibit Hall at the Gibson County Fairgrounds; registration opens at 11:00 a.m.
- Knox County Pesticide Applicator Recertification (PARP)
Two-hour pesticide applicator recertification session on Dec. 11, 2026 at the Knights of Columbus Hall in Vincennes, part of the Southwest District series.
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4000 Parnell Ave, Fort Wayne, IN 46805 Official event details - Indiana Beef Cattle Association Annual Convention
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Noblesville, IN | Organizer: Indiana Beef Cattle Association Official event details
Listing checked Nov. 11, 2026 against this source. Details can change; confirm with the organizer.