Douglas County Fair & Rodeo

06/02/2026

🎡 Looking for the best deal at the Douglas County Fair & Rodeo?

Pre-sale carnival wristbands are on sale now and include:
✅ Unlimited carnival rides
✅ Discounted pre-sale pricing
✅ FREE grounds admission

That's a full day of rides and fair fun for one great price.

Don't wait—prices will go up soon.

🎟️ Buy yours today: https://douglascountyfairandrodeo.com/buy-tickets/

06/01/2026

🐑🔥 MUTTON BUSTIN’ REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN! 🔥🐑

The moment your little cowboys and cowgirls have been waiting for is HERE! Spots for Mutton Bustin’ at the Douglas County Fair & Rodeo are officially open — and they go FAST every year.

🤠 Open to kids ages 5–7
⚖️ Riders must weigh under 50 lbs in riding clothes/shoes
🎟️ Only 40 spots per session
💥 $25 entry fee
📍 Online registration only

Tiny riders. Big heart. Huge cheers. Rodeo memories they’ll never forget. 🐑💨

Register now before spots are gone:
https://douglascountyfairandrodeo.com/buy-tickets/

05/30/2026

🐑🔥 MUTTON BUSTIN’ IS COMING BACK TO THE DOUGLAS COUNTY FAIR & RODEO! 🔥🐑

The crowd favorite returns this summer — and registration opens June 1! 🤠

If your little cowboy or cowgirl is ready to grab a handful of wool and chase rodeo glory, now’s the time to start getting ready. These spots go FAST every year!

✨ Open to kids ages 5–7
✨ Riders must weigh under 50 lbs in riding clothes/shoes
✨ Only 40 spots per session
✨ $25 entry fee
✨ Online registration ONLY — no in-person signups

Tiny riders. Big cheers. Unforgettable rodeo memories. 💥

Mark your calendars now and get ready for Mutton Bustin’ Mania at the Douglas County Fair & Rodeo!

05/28/2026

CONCERT ANNOUNCEMENT 🔥

Alternative rock powerhouse AWOLNATION is bringing their electrifying live show to the award-winning Douglas County Fair & Rodeo on Saturday, July 25 in Castle Rock!

Led by Aaron Bruno, AWOLNATION has spent the last two decades redefining modern rock with massive hits like “Sail,” “Run,” and “Hollow Moon,” delivering chart-topping music, explosive performances, and unforgettable energy to fans around the world. Fresh off the release of their newest album, The Phantom Five, the band continues pushing the boundaries of rock music with the sound and intensity that made them a global phenomenon.

This is going to be one of the biggest nights of the summer — and tickets are ON SALE NOW.

🎟️ Get yours before they’re gone: https://douglascountyfairandrodeo.com/concert/

OFFICIAL SITE. Tickets available for an unforgettable blend of ProRodeo thrills, live music, carnival fun, and tasty fair food.

05/27/2026

The DCF&R Award Committee has several awards available to sponsor! If you would like to sponsor an award, please follow the steps below 👇
1) Go to https://events.handbid.com/auctions/dc-fair-and-rodeo-awards-2026-douglas-county-fair-foundation
2) Click browse items, sort results, and click by least to most. All unsponsored awards will appear at the top.
3) Select specific disciplines in the left column.

Thank you for your support!
*For questions, please contact Pat Candelaria at 303-241-2958

05/26/2026

🔥 BIG NEWS! 🔥
The 2026 Hometown Rodeo is officially riding into town on Saturday, July 18, 2026 — and we’re gearing up to make this year’s event the biggest, boldest, and most unforgettable one yet!
🐎 ONLINE ENTRIES: Open on Saddlebook July 1–7 — mark your calendars and get ready to lock in your spot!

05/25/2026

Today, we pause to remember the brave men and women who gave everything in service to our country. 🇺🇸

Their sacrifice is the reason we’re able to gather with family, celebrate traditions, and enjoy the freedoms that make moments like summer at the Fair possible.

From all of us at the Douglas County Fair & Rodeo — we honor, remember, and thank those who never made it home.

05/23/2026

Saturday night at the fair is going to hit different this year. 🎸 Stay tuned — announcement coming soon.

05/22/2026

Big horsepower is headed back to Castle Rock.

The Draft Horse Show returns to the Douglas County Fair & Rodeo on Sunday, July 26th — bringing tradition, power, precision, and one of the most impressive spectacles of Fair week.

Whether you’ve seen it before or it’s your first time experiencing these incredible teams in action, this is one event you won’t want to miss.

See you at the Fair.

05/20/2026

We don't do this often. 🎡 For the next 24 hours only, Douglas County Fair & Rodeo Grounds admission is BUY ONE GET ONE FREE. That's two tickets for the price of one. Get your tickets before they are gone. https://douglascountyfairandrodeo.com/buy-tickets/