Crook County Fair – Blue Ribbon Days
Where Blue Ribbons, Community Traditions, and Family Memories Come Together
High Points
- Blue Ribbon Traditions Celebrate the talents of local youth, families, artists, gardeners, bakers, photographers, and exhibitors.
- FREE Family Entertainment FREE admission, FREE parking, nightly live music, exhibits, food vendors, carnival rides, and activities for all ages.
- Supporting Local Youth The annual livestock auction showcases months of dedication by local 4-H and FFA members while giving the community an opportunity to invest in the next generation.
A Celebration of Crook County
Every August, the Crook County Fairgrounds becomes the gathering place for one of the county’s most anticipated traditions.
Blue Ribbon Days celebrates the people, talents, and agricultural heritage that have shaped Crook County for generations. Families return year after year to reconnect with neighbors, enjoy great food, experience live entertainment, cheer on local exhibitors, and make new memories together.
With FREE admission, FREE parking, and live music each evening beginning at 6:30 p.m., it’s easy to spend an entire day exploring everything the fair has to offer.
Blue Ribbons Begin Long Before Fair Week
Behind every ribbon is a story. Months before the fair opens, local youth begin raising livestock, caring for animals, practicing showmanship, and preparing for competition through 4-H and FFA programs. Artists spend countless hours creating. Gardeners carefully tend their flowers and vegetables. Beekeepers harvest honey. Home cooks perfect baked goods and preserves. Photographers capture unforgettable moments. Woodworkers, quilters, crafters, and hobbyists all prepare entries in hopes of earning one of the fair’s coveted Blue Ribbons.
The Crook County Fair celebrates not only the finished project—but the dedication, learning, and pride behind it.
A Community That Invests in Its Youth
One of the most meaningful traditions of Blue-Ribbon Days comes at the close of the fair. The annual Junior Livestock Auction brings together local businesses, ranchers, families, and community members to purchase livestock raised by area youth. For many exhibitors, it represents the culmination of months of hard work, responsibility, and commitment. For buyers, it’s an opportunity to invest directly in the next generation while supporting agriculture and youth development throughout Crook County. It’s one of the many reasons this fair means so much to the community.
Find Your Fair PATHWAY
The Crook County Fair offers something for everyone.
Ag PATHWAY – Livestock shows, agricultural education, exhibits, and the Junior Livestock Auction.
Family PATHWAY – Carnival rides, children’s activities, nightly entertainment, and unforgettable family memories.
Blue Ribbon PATHWAY – Photography, baking, floral design, crafts, hobbies, textiles, fine art, food preservation, and more.
Entertainment PATHWAY – Live music each evening, fair food, exhibits, demonstrations, and community celebration.
Whether you’re showing livestock, competing for a Blue Ribbon, cheering on friends and family, or simply enjoying a summer evening at the fair, there’s a pathway waiting to be discovered.
Join the Tradition
The Premium Book, including competition information and entry forms, is available through the Crook County Fairgrounds Office, the Prineville-Crook County Chamber of Commerce & Visitor Center, the Crook County OSU Extension Office, and the Crook County Library.
Whether you’re coming for the rides, the ribbons, the livestock, the music, or simply the community spirit…You’ll discover why Blue-Ribbon Days has been bringing Crook County together for generations.
Donate, Volunteer or Sponsor
The Crook County Fair depends on the support of sponsors, volunteers, exhibitors, and community members who help keep this long-standing tradition thriving.
If you've ever considered entering an exhibit, sponsoring an event, supporting local youth, or simply spending a day celebrating Crook County, Blue Ribbon Days is the perfect opportunity.
All the information is on this flyer. (click image to enlarge)
