The 106th annual Deschutes County Fair & Rodeo has started in Redmond, Oregon, with a special America’s 250th opening ceremony tribute scheduled for 6 p.m. on the first day. The fair, which runs from July 29 to August 2, 2026, includes a full championship rodeo, carnival rides, livestock exhibits, agricultural competitions, and live concerts as part of the Free Summer Concert Series.
What to Expect
Rodeo performances will take place nightly inside the First Interstate Bank Center, with grand entry at 6:30 p.m. from Wednesday to Friday and 7 p.m. on Saturday, followed by a Sunday afternoon high school “Hooker Creek Duel in the Desert” showdown. General admission tickets include free concert and rodeo seating, with daily gates open from 11 a.m. to 10 or 11 p.m. depending on the night. Adult admission is $16, with additional options for unlimited carnival ride wristbands and VIP concert viewing.
Original reporting: KTVZ (Central Oregon) — read the source article.