Humboldt County Fair 2024
Full Schedule of Events
"Where the Highway Ends and the Fun Begins!"
Tuesday, August 20th
(Pre-Fair Opening Event For The Public)
Arts and Flower Preview Gala - Sponsored by the Ferndale Garden Club
Join us at the Art Building and Flower House to preview the art and floral entries for the 2024 Humboldt County Fair before anyone else! A $20 donation will be requested upon entry and will include two drink tickets.
The Gala runs from 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm the night before the fair opens. No presale tickets will be available.
We look forward to seeing you there!
Opening Day!
Wednesday, August 21st
- Gates, Carnival, and Exhibit Buildings open at 12:00 pm
- Youth Livestock Week
Midway Attractions:
- AOK Clown Show at the Grandstand Stage:
1:15 pm, 2:45 pm, and 4:15 pm - Karaoke in Friendship Square from 3:30 pm to 8:30 pm
Entertainment is subject to change
YOUTH LIVESTOCK
- 8:00 am - Pigmy Goat Showmanship first in the Dairy Judging Pavilion
- 9:00 am - Youth Rabbit Showmanship in Rabbit Barn
- 10:00 am - Youth Swine Show: Showmanship followed by
Market: 4H-then FFA at the covered arena - Breeding Swine show to follow FFA Market Show
- 5:00 pm - Youth Boer Goat Show: Showmanship followed by
Market: 4H then FFA at the covered arena - Breeding Boer show to follow FFA Market Show
Thursday, August 22nd
- Gates, Carnival, and Exhibit Buildings open at 12:00 pm
- Youth Livestock Week
Midway Attractions:
- AOK Clown Show at the Grandstand Stage:
1:15 pm, 2:45 pm, and 4:15 pm - Karaoke in Friendship Square from 3:30 pm to 6:15 pm
- Chili Cook-Off Contest under the Grandstands from 10:00am to 5:00pm: Cash Grand Prize (more details to come)
To enter the cook-off - Registration is now open until August 20th -
EVENT IS FULL!!!!!!!! - See you at the cook-off
- The Critics performing on the Midway stage at 6:30 pm
Entertainment is subject to change
YOUTH LIVESTOCK
- 9:00 am - Youth Dairy Does: Showmanship first in Dairy Judging Pavilion
- 10:00 am - Youth Sheep Show: Showmanship followed by Market: 4H then FFA at the covered arena
- Breeding Sheep show to follow FFA Market Show
- 3:00 pm - Youth Beef Cattle Show: Showmanship followed by Market: 4H then FFA at the covered arena
- Breeding Beef show to follow FFA Market Show
- 8:00 pm - Selection of Supreme Champion Market Animals - Swine, Goats, Sheep, Beef Cattle
Friday, August 23rd
- Gates, Carnival, and Exhibit Buildings open at 12:00 pm
- Youth Livestock Week
- First Day of Live Horse Races
Midway Attractions:
- AOK Clown Show at the Grandstand Stage:
1:15 pm, 2:45 pm, and 4:15 pm - Karaoke in Friendship Square from 12:30 pm to 6:15 pm
- Hot Dog Eating Contest at the Midway Stage at 5:00pm
$500 in cash and prize
Sponsored by the Northern California Community Blood Bank and Bob's Footlong
- Luke Powell performing on the Midway stage at 6:00 pm
- Monument Road performing on the Midway stage at 6:30 pm
Entertainment is subject to change
YOUTH LIVESTOCK
- 9:00 am - Youth Poultry Show in small animal barn,
Market birds first, followed by Showmanship - 9:00 am - Dairy Showmanship - 4-H then FFA
- 10:30 am - Registered and Grade Dairy Heifers in Dairy Judging Pavilion
- 2:00 pm - Registered and Grade Dairy Cows in Dairy Judging Pavilion
- 5:00 pm - Youth Tractor Driving Contest
Written exam followed by a skill test - 6:00 pm - Adult Showmanship in Covered Arena
- 7:00 pm - Lead Contest for beef, swine, sheep and market goats in Covered Arena
Saturday, August 24th
- Gates, Carnival, and Exhibit Buildings open at 12:00 pm
- Youth Livestock Week
- Live Horse Races
Midway Attractions:
- AOK Clown Show at the Grandstand Stage:
1:15 pm, 2:45 pm, and 4:15 pm - Karaoke in Friendship Square 3:30 pm - 6:15 pm
- Pie Eating Contest at the Midway Stage
$500 in cash and prizes
Sponsored by Slice of Humboldt Pie
Registration is now open until August 20th -
EVENT IS FULL - See you at the contest!
- Dr. Squid performing at the Midway Stage at 6:30 pm
Entertainment is subject to change
YOUTH LIVESTOCK
- 9:00 am - Mandatory Junior Livestock Auction seller's meeting in the covered arena
- 10:00 am - Quiz Bowl
- 11:00 am - Dairy Heifer Auction in Dairy Judging Pavilion
- 2:00 pm - Jim Gupton Veggie Auction in Dairy Judging Pavilion
- 4:00 pm - Small animal Round Robin in the covered arena
- 6:00 pm - Large Animal Round Robin
4-H followed by FFA in the covered arena
Sunday, August 25th
- Gates, Carnival, and Exhibit Buildings open at 12:00 pm
- Live Horse Races
Midway Attractions:
- AOK Clown Show at the Grandstand Stage:
1:15 pm, 2:45 pm, and 4:15 pm - Karaoke in Friendship Square 3:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Entertainment subject to change
YOUTH LIVESTOCK
- 8:00 am - Auction Setup
- 11:00 am - Junior Livestock Auction BBQ
- 1:00 pm - Junior Livestock Auction in Covered Arena
- 3:00 pm - Release all Dairy and Beef Cattle
- 6:00 pm- Release all other Livestock, Rabbits, and Poultry
Monday August 26th and Tuesday August 27th
FAIR CLOSED!
Youth to Open Livestock Turnaround Days
Wednesday, August 28th
- FREE ADMISSION FOR ALL
- SENSORY and ADA DAY
- Gates, Carnival, and Exhibit Buildings open at 12:00 pm
- AG Alley in livestock
Midway Attractions:
- Humboldt Dash & Splash:
1:15 pm, 2:45 pm, 4:15 pm - The Silver Starlets:
Shows at 12:30 pm and 3:30 pm
Interactive Workshops at 1:45 pm and 4:45 pm - Karaoke in Friendship Square from 3:30 pm to 8:30 pm
- Petting Zoo on the Dairy Lawn from 12:00 pm to 7:00 pm
- More to come, stay tuned!
Entertainment is subject to change
The Silver Starlets
Duo Female Aerial Acrobatic Show
Full of glam, glitz and glitter, The Silver Starlets use a 20 foot free-standing trapeze rig as their stage. They twist, tumble, bend, climb and fall, getting the audience cheering, laughing and sometimes even dancing right along with them. But don't let their tutus fool you; The Silver Starlets captivate their audience with family-friendly charm, beautiful grace, and amazing strength. These girls don’t sweat...they sparkle!
Humboldt Dash and Splash
Humboldt Dash & Splash is a dog dock jumping club that offers a fun and exciting environment for dogs and their owners to enjoy the sport of dock diving. Located in Humboldt County, the club provides opportunities for dogs to leap off a dock into a body of water, competing in various events to see who can jump the farthest or highest. The club welcomes dogs of all breeds and sizes, promoting a sense of community among pet owners while fostering a love for canine sports. Whether for competition or recreational enjoyment, Humboldt Dash & Splash encourages active participation and celebrates the bond between dogs and their humans.
Thursday, August 29th
- KIDS' FREE ADMISSION DAY
- Gates, Carnival, and Exhibit Buildings open at 12:00 pm
- Open Livestock Week
Midway Attractions:
- Humboldt Dash & Splash:
1:15 pm, 2:45 pm, 4:15 pm - The Silver Starlets:
Shows at 12:30 pm and 3:30 pm
Interactive Workshops at 1:45 pm and 4:45 pm - Karaoke in Friendship Square from 3:30 pm to 8:30 pm
- Petting Zoo on the Dairy Lawn from 12:00 pm to 7:00 pm
- More to come, stay tuned!
Entertainment is subject to change
Friday, August 30th
- SENIORS' FREE ADMISSION DAY
- Gates open at 12:00pm
- Carnival opens at 12:00pm
- Super Diamond the Neil Diamond Tribute Concert on the Racetrack at 7:00 PM
Midway Attractions:
- Humboldt Dash & Splash:
Shows at 1:15 pm, 2:45 pm, 4:15 pm - The Silver Starlets:
Shows at 12:30 pm and 3:30 pm
Interactive Workshops at 1:45 pm and 4:45 pm - Karaoke:
Friendship Square from 3:30 pm to 8:30 pm - Petting Zoo:
Dairy Lawn from 12:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Entertainment is subject to change
Super Diamond Concert (a Neil Diamond Tribute):
- Racetrack gates open at 6:00 pm.
- Tickets are $30 at the gate
- Presale tickets are $25 through our website (tickets are live now!)
- Concert tickets are not included in gate admission and will be available for purchase on our website and at the racetrack gates.
A Humboldt County Fair Tradition
Presented by the Jockey Club:
Ladies' Hat Day at the Races
Saturday, August 31st
- Gates and Carnival open at 12:00 pm
- Open Livestock Week
- Horse Races on the Racetrack -Ladies Hat Day Competitions during the races
Midway Attractions:
- Humboldt Dash & Splash:
Shows at 1:15 pm, 2:45 pm, 4:15 pm - The Silver Starlets:
Shows at 12:30 pm and 3:30 pm
Interactive Workshops at 1:45 pm and 4:45 pm - Karaoke:
Friendship Square from 3:30 pm to 6:15 pm - Petting Zoo:
Dairy Lawn from 12:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Monument Road:
- Friendship Square at 6:30 pm
Entertainment is subject to change
Sunday, September 1st
- Gates and Carnival open at 12:00 pm
- Horse Races on the Racetrack
- Open Livestock Week
Midway Attractions:
- Humboldt Dash & Splash:
Shows at 1:15 pm, 2:45 pm, 4:15 pm - The Silver Starlets:
Shows at 12:30 pm and 3:30 pm
Interactive Workshops at 1:45 pm and 4:45 pm - Petting Zoo:
Dairy Lawn from 12:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Entertainment is subject to change
Monday, September 2nd
- VETERANS' FREE ADMISSION DAY
- Gates and Carnival open at 12:00 pm
- Horse Races on the Racetrack
- Open Livestock Week
Midway Attractions:
- Humboldt Dash & Splash:
Shows at 1:15 pm, 2:45 pm, 4:15 pm - The Silver Starlets:
Shows at 12:30 pm and 3:30 pm
Interactive Workshops at 1:45 pm and 4:45 pm - Petting Zoo:
Dairy Lawn from 12:00 pm to 7:00 pm - Under the Influence:
Friendship Square at 6:00 pm
Entertainment is subject to change
Saturday, September 7th and Sunday, September 8th
The Third Horse Racing Race Weekend at the Humboldt County Fair:
- Betting opens at 10:00am
- Races are anticipated to start about 2:15pm (subject to change)
Come celebrate the last weekend of races of the year at the Humboldt County Fairgrounds and feel free to shop with local vendors while you're here! Live music on Saturday night!
Saturday, September 7th: Sunday, September 8th:
Discounted Admission: Free Admission for all!
$10 for Adults, $8 for Seniors, and
$4 for Kids, 5 to 12 years of age
Thank you for joining us at the 128th Annual Humboldt County Fair!
"Where the Highway Ends and the Fun Begins!"
Humboldt County Fair Association
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