Frequently Asked Questions

What activities are there for young children?

We've got lots of entertainment for the entire family. In addition to the carnival with games and rides for all ages, young children can participate in a stickhorse rodeo, mutton bustin’ and more. For a complete list of events and activities visit Family Fun.

How should I dress?

This year’s theme is Cowboy Boots and Country Roots. . . . Western gear would be festive, but at least wear jeans and boots or comfortable shoes. You can expect the Fair to involve straw and dust, so be comfortable and casual.

How much is parking?

Parking is Free at the Douglas County Fairgrounds.

How do I purchase tickets to the Fair?

Tickets for Championship Bull Riding and PRCA rodeos will be available to purchase beginning August 3 at the Events Center Box Office. General fairgrounds admission will be sold at the main entrance the day of the event. See Tickets section.

What types of entertainment will be at the Fair?

Local bands as well as other stage entertainment are planned for this year’s Fair.
See Entertainment section.

Remember, Activities and Entertainment is included in the General Admission unless indicated as Ticketed Event.
Grounds Admission is included in Event Ticket for the day of the ticketed event and access to entertainment as well as great food and shopping opportunities at the EXPO!

What vendors will be at the Fair?

We will have a large variety of vendors at this years fair located inside the climate controlled Events Center. For a list of vendors please check out the EXPO page. If you would like to contact us regarding being a part of this next year’s Fair & Rodeo EXPO call us at 720-733-6900.
See EXPO section.

About Us

Douglas County Fair & Rodeo prides itself on sharing its country roots. One of the oldest small county fairs around we feel you will enjoy yourself at a variety of activities being planned. We are a non-profit 501 (C) 3 operating in good standing with the State of Colorado.

ADA Accessibility Information:

Handicap parking is available near the main entrance. Parking attendants will be more than happy to assist you in locating a suitable parking space.

The Fairgrounds is completely ADA accessible and 2 shuttles services will be available: one from the parking lots and one internal on the grounds.

First Aid:

A First Aid station is located on the Midway near the Midway Bandstand, the station is staffed at all times with EMS personnel.

Lost & Found:

Lost and found articles may be dropped off or recovered at the Information Booth located in the EXPO.

Babies & Infants:

Changing tables are located in all men’s and women’s restrooms.

Strollers:

The Fairgrounds and parking lots are all stroller friendly, please look for the stroller signs to guide you from the parking lots to the main entrance. Additionally, for your convenience, a stroller corral is available for use prior to entering the grandstand area.

General Guest Conduct

Smoking is not allowed in any public buildings, or within 100’ of any building entrance.
Personal golf carts, ATV’s, motorized scooters and bicycles are not allowed on the fairgrounds during County Fair.
Dogs are not allowed on the Fairgrounds during County Fair except for those dogs that are competing or performing during the Fair. Owners / Handlers must keep dogs under constant control and ARE NOT allowed into any livestock barns, Kirk Hall or the Events Center. Under the ADA regulations, assistance animals are allowed.
Alcohol will be sold in 2 areas on the Fairgrounds during County Fair: Midway and Indoor Arena. Otherwise, alcohol can not be consumed or carried anywhere else on the grounds.
Open carrying of Firearms or fireworks are not allowed.
Flyers and/or sale bills may not be passed out in any areas of the Fairgrounds with the exception of within a paid vendor booth space.
Placing flyers on automobiles is prohibited
Parking vehicles for advertising purposes or sale of a vehicle is prohibited.
Any public display of photos or video of any Douglas County Fair Association event, concert or rodeo for public dissemination without express written consent from the Douglas County Fair Association is strictly prohibited.
All guest, contestants and participants are subject to a search by security personnel.
All ticket sales are final - no credits, refunds or exchanges. Douglas County Fair Association retains the right to reject admittance to anyone.