
Fair Hours
August 16-17 & 20-24, 2025
Sat & Sun Gates Open at 12:00
Wed, Thur, & Fri Gates Open at 1:00
Exhibit Halls are open from
Gate Open to 8:00pm every day of the Fair

Events & Shows
See the exciting events happening this year during the 129th Annual Humboldt County Fair!
Chili Cook Off
Enter to win big at the Chili Cook Off or join us in the People's Choice Award selection!
Fairtime Information
Competitive Exhibits
All arts and projects are welcome for display at YOUR county Fair!
Enter in one our departments all of your hobbies and passions.
Fairtime Schedule
Plan your visit to the 129th Annual Humboldt County Fair!
This is an exclusive event - join us at this rare opportunity for a Meet & Greet with the Mayor of Flavortown himself!
VIP with Guy Fieri
Food & Refreshments
Indulge in a variety of delectable treats and refreshing beverages available at the fairgrounds! From classic fair favorites to gourmet delights, there's something for everyone.
COMING LATER THIS YEAR.


Vendors & Attractions
Discover a delightful array of Fairtime toys, entertainment, unique shops, and handcrafted treasures from vendors at the fairgrounds! From nostalgic classics to one-of-a-kind finds, there’s something special for everyone to enjoy.
COMING LATER THIS YEAR.

Fairtime Parking
We offer ample parking space for visitors. All attendees of the fair need turn west onto Van Ness Ave from the 211. This road will be one-way traffic during the fair after the California St intersection, please ensure that you have cash for your parking fee - (Price coming later this year) We do not take card or check.
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Public Parking​
Parking attendants will be along Van Ness accepting cash payments before directing you to the "Public Parking" lot via Van Ness. The crosswalk and exit are on 5th Street opposite the Fairgrounds front entrance.
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Reserved Parking
If you'd like to purchase reserved parking spot in the paved parking lot, we offer a single day for $25 or the length of the full Fair for $150. Please call the Fair Business Office during business hours to book your own personal spot!
When in line on Van Ness to park, please show the parking attendants on duty your yellow "Reserved Parking" pass that you purchased ahead of time in the Fair Business Office. At that time you will be directed to the Fairgrounds paved parking lot by turning left onto 5th Street. You will be stopped by another attendant that will need to see your parking space number and will remind you that you must park in your reserved space and that space alone. Anyone parking in a reserved space that is not their own may be towed at the owner's expense.
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Sponsor Parking
Our sponsors are granted special parking along 5th Street. Sponsors will receive their pass via mail ahead of time. When in line on Van Ness to park, please show the parking attendants on duty your red "Sponsor Parking" pass. Access to parking from Arlington is NOT guaranteed and you may need to turn around and get in line on Van Ness.
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