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It’s time to get smashed, bashed and crashed at the Garfield County Fair and Rodeo. This year’s demolition derby spins crowd excitement into steam and flames at the Garfield County Fairgrounds.

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Saturday tractor pulls take place at 12, 2, and 4 pm | It’s time to get those pedals pumping at the Garfield County Fair and Rodeo.

Saturday showtimes: 11 am, 1 pm, 3 pm & 6:30 pm | ShenaniGuns brings high-caliber comedy to Rifle

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The three-time GRAMMY Award-winning Nitty Gritty Dirt Band brings the All the Good Times: The Farewell Tour to the Garfield County Fair and Rodeo on Friday, August 8. Country music star David Nail gets things warmed up at the Garfield County Fairgrounds.

Friday tractor pulls take place at 1:30, 3:30, and 5:30 p.m. | It’s time to get those pedals pumping at the Garfield County Fair and Rodeo.

Friday showtimes: 2:30 pm, 4:30 pm & 6:30 pm | ShenaniGuns brings high-caliber comedy to Rifle

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For the 12th straight year, the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association (PRCA) ProRodeo and Women’s Pro Rodeo Association (WPRA) stampede into the Garfield County Fair & Rodeo. The rodeo night is sponsored by Coors, an official national sponsor of the PRCA, and Western Slope Communications. The PRCA, which is the oldest professional rodeo-sanctioning body in the […]

Ladies skillet throwing contest open to the public. The winner gets a $100 gift card!No husbands will be injured in this contest.

Thursday showtimes: 1 pm, 3 pm & 6:30 pm | ShenaniGuns brings high-caliber comedy to Rifle

Garfield County's most mouthwatering pies are judged by a panel of discerning experts.

Thursday tractor pulls take place at 12, 2, and 4 pm | It’s time to get those pedals pumping at the Garfield County Fair and Rodeo.

Join the Garfield County Commissioners as they sample some delicious cookies made by local chefs to decide which are the best.

The Garfield County Fair and Rodeo welcomes back the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association (PRCA) Xtreme Bulls competition. The dust and dirt will fly as some of the world’s top bull riders tangle with more than 1,500 pounds of unbridled fury. America’s original extreme sport, these riders are sure to take your breath away. Xtreme Bulls

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Wednesday showtimes: 1 pm, 3 pm & 7 pm | ShenaniGuns brings high-caliber comedy to Rifle

Open daily 12 - 8 pm

Open daily 12 - 7 pm | The Garfield County Fair has been a cherished tradition for over a century, bringing together the community to celebrate agriculture, craftsmanship, and the hardworking spirit of its residents.

Daily 12 - 7 pm | Swing on over to the North Hall and South Hall to see the amazing Open Exhibits entries.

Wednesday tractor pulls take place at 12, 2, and 4 pm | It’s time to get those pedals pumping at the Garfield County Fair and Rodeo.

Pull on your boots and dust off your cowboy hat for the 86th annual Garfield County Fair & Rodeo on Tuesday night. This fun filled event brings in all the local cowboys and cowgirls for the Family and Kidz Rodeo. Anyone can compete in the events on Tuesday night. These are free events for the […]

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Entries accepted for baked goods, farm goods, food preservation, home goods, crafts, horticulture, needlework, and quilting.

The 18th annual Summer of Thunder Car Show returns to Rifle on August 2, from noon to 4 p.m. Get up close with these vintage works of art and muscle and chat with the owners about this true labor of love. The show and judging take place at the Garfield County Fairgrounds, 1001 Railroad Ave. […]

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