Congratulations to Andy Wright, the Best of Division winner of the Fair Photo Division at this year’s Nevada County Fair! This fun photo was featured as one of many in the Fair Photo Division, and we’re excited to be able to feature it! Thanks, Andy, for entering your photos at the Fair and congratulations!!
For those interested in entering an exhibit in the Harvest Fair at the Draft Horse Classic, entry forms are now being accepted. The deadline to turn in exhibit entry forms is 4 pm on Friday, September 13. It’s free to enter and all exhibitors will receive complimentary tickets to the Thursday evening performance of the Draft Horse Classic.
There are more than 100 different classes to choose from, including traditional classes like fruits and vegetables, cobblers, pies, jams and jellies, scarecrows, and cut flowers. There are also numerous unique classes to enter like the Huge Harvest Haul, Nevada County Grown (arrange any size basket of agricultural products grown in Nevada County), or Nevada County Donates (arrange canned or dried food in a basket and it will be donated to a local food bank). A complete description of all Harvest Fair divisions and classes is available in the Harvest Fair Competition Handbook available online here.
To enter, exhibitors must submit entry forms at the Fair office or online here between now and Friday, September 13 at 4 pm. It’s free, it’s simple to complete the entry form, and it’s fun to see your exhibits on display at the Harvest Fair.
All exhibits will be on display during the Draft Horse Classic and Harvest Fair, happening September 19 – 22 at the Nevada County Fairgrounds. The event features six draft horse performances in the arena, as well as ongoing activities on the Fairgrounds like musical entertainment, Art at the Classic, a horseshoeing competition, a Western Trade Show and visits to the barns.
For Draft Horse Classic performance tickets or information about entering a Harvest Fair exhibit, call the Fairgrounds Office at (530) 273-6217 or visit here.
Jewel Jones
Jewel will attend Sacramento City College in the fall and will then transfer to a four-year university. She plan to major in English in hopes of becoming an editor.
Anna Woodall
Anna will attend Shasta College this fall. Over the next few years, she plans to earn a bachelor’s degree in Forest Management and become employed as a Registered Professional Forester.
There’s so much to do at the Draft Horse Classic and Harvest Fair! Aside from watching one of the spectacular draft horse performances in the arena, you can take a guided barn tour, listen to one of our many live music acts, visit the buildings to see all the cool exhibits and artwork, witness a live shoeing competition, visit all the vendors and more! Happening September 19-22!
Happy National Dog Day! If you’re looking for something fun to do with your furry friend, head over to the Nevada County Fairgrounds for the Gold Country Kennel Club Dog Show this weekend! This event is not only an all-breed dog show, but also features a barn hunt, a rally and plenty of vendors selling dog-related items! This event lasts all day on August 31 and September 1 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. And best of all, it’s FREE!
Calling all gardeners, crafters, bakers and artists of all ages! Would you like to enter an exhibit in the Harvest Fair at the Draft Horse Classic (September 19 – 22)! The deadline to turn in entry forms is Friday, September 13. It’s free to enter, and all exhibitors will receive complimentary tickets to the Friday morning performance of the Draft Horse Classic. Details can be found here!
This Saturday, August 24 at 3 p.m., don’t miss Music in the Mountain’s 30th annual Sierra Brewfest! Enjoy beers from over 40 different breweries, food trucks, live music from Elevation and a wine zone all at this event! For tickets and more information, visit musicinthemountains.org!
Returning to the Fairgrounds this Wednesday is Nevada County Grown’s 7th annual Bounty of the County. This farm-to-fork fundraiser brings together local winemakers, brewmasters and farmers, as well as chefs from local restaurants who will prepare amazing dishes using seasonal ingredients. In collaboration with Sierra Harvest, this year’s event will also feature a brand new children’s experience for kids 10 and under. The fun starts at 5:30 p.m.! To order tickets and view prices, visit nevadacountygrown.org.
