To Archuleta County residents and visitors… WELCOME!
We are excited to welcome you to the 74th anniversary of the Archuleta County Fair, July 31 through August 3.
Once again, there will be no charge for general Fair admission. Download the Daily Schedule for each day’s activities and events as there is so much going on…
Take a moment to greet the 2025 Fair Royalty Court who will be meandering throughout the fairgrounds.
Entertainment and educational events await you… 4-H livestock shows, musical performances, craft displays and exhibits of every kind, and outdoor events like Rodeos, Horseshoe Pitching, Kids Games, BMX Demo, Adventure Zone, and more. Open mic night will be Thursday, and bands perform Friday and Saturday nights. Wander around and sample some of the food trucks that will serve a variety of food and drink. Beer Gardens will be open for cold libations. Community organizations will share educational materials on their efforts.
Fun activities and fun learning opportunities… it’s a win-win!
The cornerstone of the Fair, and its initial function, is to showcase the local 4-H youth programs through Colorado State University Extension. 4-H allows opportunities for learning, creating, and developing leadership skills that will serve them for a lifetime. Members turn personal interests into creative projects like sewing, cake decorating, and animal projects which are displayed in the Exhibit Hall. They work hard all year long raising livestock to show at Fair. Walk through the Hughes Pavilion to see their livestock and fowl (steers, pigs, chickens, lambs, turkeys, goats, and alpacas). Attend the Livestock Auction Saturday evening to support the 4-H youth as they market their animals. Cheer on the youngsters who take part in the Kids Rodeo on Sunday.
Wander through the Exhibit Hall which will be filled with the handiwork of dozens of local citizens as well as our 4-H members… from quilts to locally grown produce to woodworking projects, from painting to photography, and much more, are on display. Leave the Hall with a real appreciation of local talent. If this piques your interest, submit your current, personal creative treasures next year!
Community volunteers give the Fair a hometown flavor; they assist in every aspect of the Fair. You can have a part in the Fair’s success by becoming a financial sponsor, by volunteering during Fair or by serving on the Fair Board which functions year-round. Board members are community-minded, dedicated people working to plan, implement, and improve the Fair experience for all. If you like to get things done, want to put in some personal effort or have creative input and great ideas… there is something for you to do! Think about joining the team!
These are some of the things that make a small town, county fair such a unique place to visit. The Archuleta County Fair is “A Timeless Tradition” demonstrating our rural heritage and way-of-life.
Click here to download the Fair Handbook.
Whether a long-time resident, a recent transplant, or an out-of-town visitor, please come on by! Have a wonderful day in Pagosa Springs and an enjoyable outing to the Fair!