The Best Week of Summer
The Skamania County Fair and Timber Carnival is the heart of our community. For one week each summer, neighbors come together to celebrate our timber heritage, showcase the incredible talents of our youth, and welcome visitors to experience the warmth of small-town Stevenson, WA.
From livestock shows and handcrafted exhibits to carnival rides and community traditions, there's something for everyone. Whether you're cheering on a 4-H exhibitor, browsing quilts in the Exhibit Hall, or enjoying the parade with your family, you'll feel the spirit that makes this fair special.
Free admission. Big hearts. The best week of summer in the Columbia River Gorge.
Thursday, Jul. 23
2026 Blue Grass Festival: 2026 Festival Dates: July 23-26
Friday, Jul. 24
2026 Blue Grass Festival: 2026 Festival Dates: July 23-26
Saturday, Jul. 25
2026 Blue Grass Festival: 2026 Festival Dates: July 23-26
Sunday, Jul. 26
2026 Blue Grass Festival: 2026 Festival Dates: July 23-26
Saturday, Aug. 1
9:00 AM
Open Performance Horse Show
Sunday, Aug. 2
9:00 AM
Open Gaming Horse Show
Monday, Aug. 10
9:00 AM
Swine Haul In
12:00 PM
Livestick Haul In
Small Animal Haul In
2:00 PM
Equine Haul In + Vet Check
Tuesday, Aug. 11
8:00 AM
Equine Showmanship, Western, Judges Command, Bareback, Hunter Hack Qualifier
10:00 AM
Swine Market Show
1:00 PM
Beef Market Show
Wednesday, Aug. 12
8:00 AM
Equine Dressage, In-Hand Dressage,
Huntseat, Judges Command,
Saddleseat, Hunter Hack
9:00 AM
Meat Goat Market & Breed Show
10:00 AM
Sheep Market & Breed Show
12:00 PM
Opening Ceremonies
1:00 PM
Poultry Show
7:30 PM
Moonwriters on the Main Stage
Thursday, Aug. 13
8:00 AM
Equine Trail, In-Hand Trail, Presentations,
Green Horse, Driving Classes, InHand Jumping
8:30 AM
Pack Goat Obstacle Show
9:30 AM
Dairy Goat Fit & Show
10:30 AM
Novelty Goat Fit & Show
12:00 PM
Beef/Bovine Fit & Show
1:30 PM
Meat Goat Fit & Show
2:30 PM
Sheep Fit & Show
4:00 PM
Swine Fit & Show
6:00 PM
Comedy on the Main Stage
6:30 PM
Animal Costume Contest
8:00 PM
Whiskey Deaf on the Main Stage
Friday, Aug. 14
Goat Breed Show
Livestock Judging
Small Animal Round Robin
8:00 AM
Equine Reining, Judging, Groom Squad,
Costume Contest
5:00 PM
J Schlick & the New Brohemians on the Main Stage
6:00 PM
Large Animal Round Robin
7:30 PM
Kill the Headlights on the Main Stage
Saturday, Aug. 15
8:00 AM
Equine Gaming Showmanship, Gaming
12:30 PM
Market Buyer Brunch
3:00 PM
Market Sale
5:00 PM
Alta Adiccion on the Main Stage
7:00 PM
Countryside Ride on the Main Stage