Thurston County, Washington

Presidents' Day - Monday, February 16

County facilities will be closed on Monday, February 16 in observance of Presidents' Day.

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Thurston County Fair Returns July 31- August 3 with Classic Summer Fun for All Ages

July 21, 2025
Disco Dave Thurston County Fair Mascot 2025

CONTACT: Thomasina Cooper, Fairgrounds and Event Center Manager, 360-786-3420, or Thomasina.cooper@co.thurston.wa.us

Thurston County Fair Returns July 31- August 3 with Classic Summer Fun for All Ages
Carnival ride wristbands are back! On Friday August 1 you can ride all you want for $50.

LACEY, WA – Get ready to Boogie on Down to the Thurston County Fair, back this summer with four days of classic fair fun from Thursday, July 31 to Sunday, August 3 at the Thurston County Fairgrounds in Lacey!

Gates open daily at 10 a.m. with carnival rides rolling out at 1 p.m.
Tickets range from just $7–$9, with season passes also available.
Find daily deals online: www.ThurstonCountyWA.gov/fair/tickets

This year’s county fair brings the perfect mix of wild rides, live entertainment, local agriculture, 4-H and FFA showcases, and small-town community magic. Come hungry—fair food favorites are back, plus tasty new eats from first-time vendors. Don’t miss the lineup: www.ThurstonCountyWA.gov/2025-fair-entertainment.

DAILY DEALS

  • Thrifty Thursday (July 31): $1 entry with non-perishable food donation.
  • Wristband Friday (Aug. 1): Unlimited rides for $50.
  • First Responders & Military Saturday (Aug. 2): $2 entry with ID.
  • Youth Sunday (Aug. 3): Kids 6–14 just $2!
  • Every Day: Kids 5 & under get in FREE!

Daily Baking Contests (Fri–Sun)

Calling all bakers! Bring your best and compete for sweet bragging rights:

  • Friday: Cookies
  • Saturday: Berry Pies (in partnership with Thurston County Food Bank)
  • Sunday: Cupcakes

Details & entry info: www.ThurstonCountyWA.gov/2025-thurston-county-fair-baking-contests

Demos That Dazzle

From creative crafts to hands-on know-how, educational demos offer something for everyone:

  • Quilting & Sewing
  • Floral Design
  • Wildfire Preparedness
  • Manure Management
  • Gardening with Native Plants

"We’re thrilled about this year’s fair," said Thomasina Cooper, Fairgrounds & Event Center Manager. "We’ve packed in something for everyone - exciting new vendors, hands-on demos, baking contests, and great deals every day. Come make some unforgettable memories with your friends and family!"

Find full details at www.ThurstonCountyFair.org.

 

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