Join us for the 2025 Fair
2025 Fairbook is here!
Looking for the ultimate guide to the La Plata County Fair? Look no further than the 2025 Fairbook! Our handy guide is loaded with all kinds of information about competitions, events, activities, entertainment, special attractions and more.
Use the 2025 Fairbook to plan your trip to beautiful Durango, Colorado and your day at the La Plata County Fair.
So what are you waiting for? Check out our 2025 Fairbook today and get ready for a fabulous time!
2025 Entertainment & Special Attractions Lineup
Demolition Derby
Saturday, August 16, 2025
Gates open at 2 PM
Derby starts at 4 PM
TICKET PRICES
$15 per person (all ages)
Limit, 6 tickets per person
LOCATION
Sky Ute Fairgrounds
115 Goddard Avenue
Ignacio, Colorado 81137
- Starting July 17, buy tickets at these locations:
- La Plata County Fairgrounds
- Durango Muffler
- Fender Menders
- Handlebar Motor Sports
- Lucky 7 Feed Store (Ignacio, Colorado)
- Casa Hermosa Furniture (Farmington, New Mexico).
- Contact Lynn at 970-769-3480 or by email.
Firefall & Orleans!
Friday, August 8, 2025
Gates Open at 6:00pm,
Orleans
Firefall
Harvest & Sun
Tickets are only available here!!
- $30 General Admission (bring camp chairs)
- $45 Grandstand Reserved (bleacher style seating with protection from sun & rain)
- $65 VIP Reserved (in front of stage with no protection from sun & rain)
25th Street & Main Avenue
Durango, Colorado 81301
Tickets are only available here on this website.
Do not purchase them from anywhere else.
True West Roundup Rodeo
Wednesday, August 6, 2025
True Western Roundup celebrates the working ranch traditions of cowboys and cowgirls. We promote and preserve our western heritage in a family-friendly atmosphere and hope you enjoy our event.
- Rodeo starts at 6:30pm
- Rain or shine, we rodeo.
- La Plata County Fairgrounds Rodeo Arena
Tickets are available at: True West Rodeo
Talent Contest
Thursday, August 7, 2025
Watch local talent compete for prizes at the 2025 Talent Contest!
- Thursday, August 7, 2025
- Show begins at 7PM
- La Plata County Fairgrounds Patio
Talent Contest entries are due to the La Plata County Extension Office by 12 PM on Thursday, August 7, 2025.
Fair Royalty
Saturday, August 9, 2025
Since 1949, the Fair Royalty program has been transforming lives. 2025 Queen Baylee Capalbo has gained confidence, public speaking skills and new friendships. The Royalty program challenges participants and inspires courage and grace.
- August 5, 2025: Interviews
- August 7, 2025: Speeches
- August 9, 2025: Coronation
Royalty Application is open to all young ladies in 4-H & FFA.
Applications are due by July 25 at the La Plata County Extension Office
Open Class Food Preservation Competition
It’s that time of year again! You can start getting your 2025 La Plata County Fair projects ready.
How to Enter
- Register in person on Wednesday, August 6, between 7:30 AM and 6 PM in the La Plata County Fairgrounds Exhibit Hall.
Family Dance
Saturday, August 9, 2025
Join us for Wild Country live at this year’s Family Dance on the Patio at the La Plata County Fairgrounds.
- 9 PM to 12 AM
- $5 per person at the door
- La Plata County Fairgrounds Patio
Open Class Beer & Wine Competition
Time to get brewing! Anyone can enter the Open-Class Beer & Wine competition at the 2025 La Plata County Fair.
How to Enter
- Register in person on Wednesday, August 6, between 7:30 AM and 6 PM in the La Plata County Fairgrounds Exhibit Hall.
