Save the Date for the 92nd Navajo County Fair & Rodeo!

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The 92nd Navajo County Fair and Rodeo is returning once again, marking 92 years of exhilarating rodeo action and excitement! Going from September 13-16, fans can anticipate red dirt concert performances, carnival rides, rodeo action, and vendors, at this year’s Navajo County Fair & Rodeo. Don’t miss out on the Little Buckaroo Rodeo and the Demolition Derby, among many other exciting festivities! Catch all the details in the schedule below.

History of the Navajo County Fair

The inaugural Navajo County Fair took place in Taylor in 1926. However, in 1931, the County Supervisors made the decision to relocate the fair to Holbrook. This move was prompted by Holbrook’s status as the County Seat and its central position within the county. To accommodate the fair and other events, permanent fairgrounds and additional facilities were constructed in Holbrook. Today, the committee is dedicated to providing a top-notch experience for both athletes and attendees looking to experience the Navajo County Fair and Rodeo.

Schedule

Demolition Derby

Always a fan favorite, make sure to check in to the Navajo County Fair and Rodeo to catch the Demolition Derby, taking place Thursday, September 14th, 2023 at 7 pm at the fairgrounds. You can check the Navajo County Fair and Rodeo’s Facebook page for updates.

Credit to the Navajo County Fair Facebook

Concerts

Stateline Band: Sept. 13th | 6pm
Noise Pollution (ACDC Tribute Band): Sept. 14th | 9pm
Kenny Feidler & The Cowboy Killers: Sept. 15th | 9pm
Last Train to Juarez Band: Sept. 16th | 9pm

Ticket Pricing

Fair Hours & Gate Admission

Gate Admission 6 & up: $5.00 | Children 5 & under FREE
Thursday Senior: $3.00 Seniors
Field Trip Thursday: Kids are FREE (must be in a school group)
Friday Veteran/Active Duty | FREE admission to all Veterans & Active Duty
Family Pass (up to 6 people): $65.00

Fair Hours

Wed: 4pm-11pm
Thurs-Sun: 10am – Midnight

Carnival Hours

Wed/Thurs: 6pm-10pm
Fri: 6pm-11pm
Sat: 2pm-11pm
Sun: 1pm-4pm

Rodeo Admission & Schedule

Rodeo | 6yo & Up $15.00 | 5 & under FREE (Includes Gate Admission)
Little Buckaroo Rodeo | $11.00 Adult – $8.00 Child 6-12 – under 5 FREE

Performances

Friday: 6:30pm
Saturday: 6pm

We hope to see you at the 92nd Navajo County Fair and Rodeo in Holbrook, Arizona! Presale tickets are now available at https://www.etix.com/ticket/v/26697/navajo-county-fair-rodeo. See the full schedule and more details at https://navajocountyfair.net/.

Jodi Erpelding

I grew up on a Midwest farm with dirt under my fingernails and the sound of wind rustling through cornfields. My childhood was all about 4H – raising pigs and horses, learning to bake and sew, and discovering the magic of transforming a garden into jars of summer sunshine. Those years taught me the value of hard work, the thrill of seeing a project through to the end, and the simple joy of creating something beautiful. A country girl with a need for speed and a thirst for adventure. Maybe that's why I love the feeling of wind in my hair – whether I'm cruising down a dusty road on my Harley or tackling a mountain trail on my trusty mountain bike. Some of my earliest memories of rodeo are watching my father compete at small local events. That's also where my love for country music comes in – long car rides listening to 8 tracks. The lyrics and melodies always spoke to my soul. These days, you'll find me cheering on the cowboys and cowgirls at rodeos, two-stepping to my favorite bands, belting out a country tune at a concert or sharing stories and laughter with friends around a bonfire. When I'm not soaking up the country life and getting my boots dirty, I'm a nurse, caring for folks in my community. Follow along for more stories from the heart of rodeo and country life!