Nevada County Fairgrounds

There’s always something happening at the Fairgrounds! Check our calendar, or scroll down for upcoming fun…


Red, White and Country Music Festival

Save $10 a Person by Purchasing Presale Tickets!
Adults are Only $35 and Children 6-12 Years Old are Only $10! 
Kids 5 and Under are Free! 
Parking is FREE!
Presales End Sunday, April 7, 2024.  Don’t Delay!

Click on the poster for more information and to purchase your tickets!

Purchase Tickets Here

Reserve Your RV Space Now

 


Invitation for Bids – Carnival Lawn Bathrooms

We are upgrading our Carnival Lawn Bathrooms located at the end of the “gold path” and invite qualified companies to submit a bid after attending the mandatory job walk. Visit the Invitation for Bids link for more information.


market beef2024 Beef and Horse entries are now open! Entries due by April 5th. Go to Enter an Exhibit for forms and links.


2024 Fair Vendor Applications Now Open!

For entertainers, Community Showcases, Food, and Vendors.


Sierra Harvest Soup Night March 15th

Sierra Harvest Soup Night is a community event that supports our farming community and features locally made, farm-fresh soup and bread. This year, Sierra Harvest will host this family-friendly event at the Nevada County Fairgrounds Northern Mines Building and feature live music from duo Gabriel Bingham and Kyle Kunert of the popular local band Caltucky.


Monster Truck Wars March 30 & 31

“Outlaw” and “Shark Attack” thunder into the Fairgrounds Arena for America’s wildest Monster Truck show.


Home and Garden Show April 20 & 21

Enjoy the Union’s Home, Garden & Lifestyle Show! Bring the kids and the pets; there is something for everyone!


Kid’s Trout Derby at Lion’s Lake, April 20

For boys and girls up through the age of 12. We charge NO admission fee and provide a soft drink and hot dog to each and every young person, at no charge, along with numerous prizes for the winners.


38th Annual Springtime in the Pines Quilt Show April 27 & 28

Celebrating 40 Years of Quilting, Memories & Service. April 27 & 28. More Details


KVMR Celtic Festival & Marketplace May 3-5

Come for the music, stay for the magic under the pines at the beautiful Fairgrounds.


Grass Valley Old West Show May 10-11

Grass Valley Old West Show, May 10 & 11, 2024. Featuring Fine Antiques from the Old West, Native American items, Western & Cowboy Memorabilia, Advertising, Coin-Operated & Gambling, Saloon & General Store, Paintings, Bronzes, Lamps, Gas & Oil, Jewelry, Furniture and more!


Strawberry Music Festival May 23-26

Strawberry is a multi-day, family-friendly campout with activities and entertainment for all ages, as well as an annual reunion for a multi-generational community of music lovers whose roots date back to 1982.


Rockabilly Riot May 31-June 2

14th Annual Rockabilly Riot, May 31, June 1 &2, 2024. Nevada County Fairgrounds, Grass Valley, CA. Live Tattooing, Three days of concerts, burnouts, poker run, car games, pinup contest, pinstripers.


Father’s Day Bluegrass Festival, June 13 – 16

The 2024 CBA Father’s Day Bluegrass Festival Returns To Grass Valley June 13-16 2024 with 3 stages of music and fun.


Gem and Mineral Show, October 5 & 6

Nevada County Gemological Society’s spectacular annual event. Fossils, Minerals, Gems, Jewelry and so much more.


International Harvester Sierra Fall Rallye, October 12 & 13

Come join us at the Nevada County Fairgrounds (Gate 4) in Grass Valley, CA for the 17th Annual IH International Harvester Sierra Fall Rallye Scout and light truck show.


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Make Your Camping Reservations Today!

With beautiful Spring and Summer weather just around the corner, it’s time to make your camping reservations.  Reservations open 6-months prior to the day, so call today or book your site online here!

Make your reservations now to join us for a weekend of Easter fun!