Mark your calendars: the Jefferson County Fair and Rodeo returns to Madras in just one week, running July 22–25, 2026 at the Jefferson County Event Complex on Fairgrounds Road. Whether you're bringing the kids for the carnival or looking to catch some rodeo action under the summer sky, this is the county's signature community event.
What to Expect
The fair showcases the agricultural heritage that defines Jefferson County, with 4-H and FFA livestock exhibits, crop and produce displays, and demonstrations of local horticultural and mechanical skills. If you're looking for more than farming, you'll find plenty: carnival rides, fair food, live music, local vendors, artisan booths, and family-friendly activities fill out all four days.
Rodeo events remain a centerpiece of the fair experience, including fan favorites like bull riding and barrel racing. The fairgrounds complex covers more than 50 acres in the heart of Madras, with room for animals, exhibits, entertainment, and thousands of attendees.
A Community Tradition
The Jefferson County Fair is one of Central Oregon's oldest and most beloved summer traditions, drawing attendees from across Jefferson, Crook, and Deschutes counties. For many local farm families, the fair is both a competition and a celebration — a chance to show off year's worth of work in front of neighbors and judges.
Local 4-H clubs and FFA chapters from Jefferson County schools spend months preparing animals and projects for fair judging. Ribbons and trophies awarded at the county fair can also qualify top entries for the Oregon State Fair in Salem later in August.
Fairgrounds Info
- Dates: July 22–25, 2026
- Location: Jefferson County Event Complex, Fairgrounds Road, Madras
- Parking: Available on site
- More info: jeffersoncountyor.gov/fairgrounds
Whether you've been coming to the Jefferson County Fair for decades or this is your first time, the 2026 edition promises four days of rodeo, rides, and community pride. Don't miss it.