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Clark County Fair

Each year over a quarter of a million people attend the fair making it the largest single-location event in the Vancouver and Portland metropolitan area! Big-name entertainment with a Kids Center, an Action Zone, community stages, free featured attractions, a huge carnival, a midway, and great food!

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April 11 - 12 - Whatcom County Youth Fair, Lynden - The purpose of the Whatcom County Youth Fair is to provide an educational experience for all youth, ages 6-18, regardless of race, creed, color or natural origin or of their involvement in the 4-H or FFA organizations. (360) 354-5995 (1718)

May 2 - 3 - Holland Days, Lynden - festival is a two day event celebrating local Dutch heritage and culture. It incorporatesa wide variety of events for all ages at multiple venues throughout. (360) 354-5995 (1717)

May 22 - June 16 - 2008 Seattle International Film Festival, Seattle - Hundreds of filmmakers and film industry professionals attend. Programming reaches all ages (children to seniors) and the demographics mirror those of King County. (206) 464-5830 (1719)

May 31 - Dog Trot 3K Fun Run, Auburn - A family-oriented Fun Run that takes place in conjunction with Petpalooza. (253)931-3043 (2022)

May 31 - Petpalooza, Auburn - Pigs dancing, dogs barking, & birds singing! Animal ent., disc dog champs, petting zoo and more! (253) 931-3043 (1985)

June 19 - June 22 - 71th Annual Berry Dairy Days, Burlington - This festival celebrates the berry and dairy producers in our valley. We have a wide variety of activities such as: fireworks, strawberry shortcake booths, a tractor parade, a grand parade, a festival in the park, live music, food vendors, craft vendors, a car show, a road run, and much more! (360) 757-0994 (475)

June 20 - KidsDay, Auburn - FREE inflatable rides, mini golf, arts & crafts, face painting, 50+ vendors and more! (253) 931-3043 (1946)

June 21 - 22 - Fremont Fair, Seattle - Now in its 36th year, Fremont Fair returns to celebrate the Summer Solstice and the best of our community: art, spirit, sharing, celebration and working together to help each other. During Fair weekend, people from all walks of life come together to shop, eat, drink, perform, smile, dance, run, converse, debate, groove and parade. (206) 297-6801 Heart of Fremont (2600)

June 27 - 29 - International Festival, SeaTac - Come listen to the hottest popular performers in the Pacific Northwest. Different types of ethnic and cultural music will be performed, as well as entertainment for kids. Entertainment begins at noon on Saturday and runs through. Angle Lake Park (1720)

June 28 - 29 - Bellevue Strawberry Festival, Bellevue - A family oriented, historic community event, featuring: Fresh Strawberry Shortcake, entertainment on 2 Stages, historic agricultural exhibits, a mini museum showcasing artifacts from the Eastside's history and hands-on activities such as corn grinding and time capsule making, food & vendor booths, a family fun area, with carnival games, face painting, coloring contests & more! The festival also includesa classic auto show. (425) 453-1655 (1721)

July 1 - 4 - Demo- Washington State Fair, Goldendale - (509)773-5007 Maryhill State Park (2601)

July 4 - 4th of July Festival, Auburn - Live entertainment, activities for all ages. Car show, rock wall & much more! (253) 931-3043 (1947)

July 4 - Tacoma Freedom Fair and Air Show, Tacoma - here are nine locations along the 2-mile long Ruston Way waterfront festival site that featuring live entertainment. Freedom Fair also includes Dragon Boat Races, Offshore Power Boats, a Pole Vault Competition, Military Displays in Camp Patriot, a food festival, arts & crafts, a car show, beer gardens, carnival rides, an air show and huge fireworks show over Commencement Bay. (253)682-1446 (2602)

July 4 - 6 - The RED, WHITE & BLUEGRASS Family Pickin, Colville - This 3 day music event is sponsored by the Dominion Mountain Bluegrass Association. (509) 690-0920 (1722)

July 4 - The Fourth of July Splash, Kent - an annual community event with lots of free activities and fun for the whole family! (253) 856-5050 Lake Meridian Park (1723)

July 18 - 19 - Raspberry Festival, Lynden - Celebrate Lynden's raspberry harvest with a 3-on-3 basketball tournament, fresh berries, & more! (360) 354-5995 (2024)

July 25 - 27 - Camas Days Street Fair, Camas - Mark your calendars for the annual Camas Days Celebration, presented by the Camas/Washougal Chamber of Commerce. This long running festival features fun for the entire family with games for kids, arts and crafts booths, and the famous Wine & Microbrew Street with live, musical entertainment. (360)834-2472 (2603)

July 25 - Live! at The Cellar: Beth Whitney at Cave B!, Quincy - 7:30 p.m. Beth Whitney sings acoustic folk-pop at Cave B Estate Winery! Tickets $8. Buy from our online store or at the door. 509-785-3500 (2843)

July 30 - August 3 - Thurston County Fair, Olympia - Each day during Fair Week features a variety of activities including musical entertainment, home arts demonstrations, 4-H and FFA events, rides for kids of all ages, and the always Fabulous Fair Food. Wed - Sat, 10:00 am - 10:00 pm; Sun, 10:00 am - 8:00 pm (360)786-5453 Thurston County Fairgrounds (2604)

August 1 - 10 - Clark County Fair, Ridgefield - Each year over a quarter of a million people attend the fair making it the largest single-location event in the Vancouver and Portland metropolitan area! Big-name entertainment with a Kids Center, an Action Zone, community stages, free featured attractions, a huge carnival, a midway, and great food! (360) 397-6180 (1724)

August 6 - 10 - Grays Harbor County Fair, Elma - Poultry In Motion! A hypnotist, ventriloquist, deep fried Twinkies, finger steaks and jumbo turkey legs are just some of the new additions. Carnival is here, business vendors and this year a free kiddie train will give rides around the fairgrounds. Food court will offer an abundance of food and the FREE concert series this year brings you countrymusic artist Joe Nichols, Contemporary Christian Artist Trevor Morgan and more. Car races are always a favorite. This is truly an old fashioned family event and shouldn't be missed by anyone. (800)621-9625 Grays Harbor County Fairgrounds (2606)

August 7 - 10 - Pierce County Fair, Graham - Join us in our yearly celebration of rural life, agriculture, and good ol' family values. The Pierce County Fair is situated amongst the firs and green grass of beautiful Frontier Park. Sit back and enjoy a wide selection of tasty fair foods while viewing some of our many free entertainment acts and attractions. Join us in our yearly celebration of rural life, agriculture, and good ol' family values. The Pierce County Fair is situated amongst the firs and green grass of beautiful Frontier Park. Sit back and enjoy a wide selection of tasty fair foods while viewing some of our many free entertainment acts and attractions. (253) 847-4754 Frontier Park (2607)

August 8 - 10 - Jefferson County Fair, Port Townsend - An old fashioned country Fair with fun for the whole family. Draft Horse pulls, 4H/FFA exhibits, animals, Barrel Races, 4 x 4 Mud Drags, lots of free entertainment and much more. Fri & Sat 10:00 am - 10:00 pm, Sun 10:00 am - 6:00 pm (360)385-1013 Jefferson County Fairgrounds (2608)

August 6 - 9 - Yakima Valley Fair and Rodeo, Grandview - This event will be held again this year at Country Park in Grandview, WA. This will be our 78th Annual Fair and our 5th Annual Rodeo! (509)786-8250 Country Park (2605)

August 11 - 16 - Northwest Washington Fair, Lynden - Annual Fair featuring 4H, FFA, and Open Class exhibits in livestock, arts and crafts, photography, horse events, baking and canning, horticulture, agriculture, home arts, variety of foods and commercial vendors, grandstand entertainment, Kids Zone, and carnival. (360)354-4111 Northwest WA Fairgrounds (2609)

August 13 - 17 - Skamania County Fair, Stevenson - Free fair, entertainment, carnival, animals, and timber carnival. (509)427-3979 Skamania County Fair Grounds (2610)

August 14 - 17 - Island County Fair, Langley - Bring the whole family to an authentic old-fashioned, country-style fair. Enjoy livestock, craft competitions,rides, and ongoing entertainment. Gates open at 9:30 am Thursday-Sunday, and close at 10pm Thursday, 10:30 pm on Friday and Saturday, and at 9pm on Sunday. (360)221-4677 Island County Fairgrounds (2611)

August 19 - 23 - Benton Franklin Fair, Kennewick - A time-honored tradition in the Tri-Cities, showcasing the agricultural diversity of the region while providing great entertainment for the whole family. Tues - Thurs - 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 p.m. Fri/Sat 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 a.m. (509)586-9211 Fairgrounds (2612)

August 20 - 24 - Kitsap County Fair and Rodeo, Bremerton - (360)337-5650 Kitsap County Fairgrounds (2613)

August 25 - 28 - Lincoln County Fair, Davenport - The Annual Lincoln County Fair has a lot to see: Cows, Sheep, Pigs, Chickens, Canned Goods, Baked Goods, Crafts, Quilts, Food, and lots more. (509)725-5161 Lincoln County Fairgrounds (2614)

August 28 - September 1 - Kittitas County Fair, Ellensburg - From the first organized fair in 1885 to the modern event, the fair has always been about agriculture. (800) 426-5340 (1725)

September 5 - 14 - Spokane County Interstate Fair, Spokane - This county fair features juried animal exhibits, crafts, agricultural displays and competitions, antique machinery exhibits, a fine arts and more. There will be commercial exhibits, as well as, food booths galore with all of your favorite fair morsels. For action, there will be a carnival,a PRCA Rodeo, around the clock entertainment and a demolition derby. (509)477-2772 Spokane County Fair and Expo Center (2615)

September 5 - 21 - Puyallup Fair, Puyallup - The Fair has been bringing people together for over 100 years. Don't miss the entertainment, animals, rides, displays and, of course, the food!. Enjoy the State 4-H Fair, ToonzVille, the expanded SillyVille, tons of free entertainment, the Puyallup Pro Rodeo and shows and our nightly concert series. (253)841-5045 Puyallup Fair & Events Center (2616)

September 26 - October 5 - Central Washington State Fair, Yakima - Central Washington State Fair is back featuring animals, agricultural displays, home arts, photography, fair farm, entertainment, northern sprint and tour car racing, Hispanic rodeo, P.R.C.A. rodeo, demolition derby and local and regional acts. (509)248-7160 Central Washington State Fairgrounds at State Fair Park (2617)

November 8 - 43rd annual Veterans Day Parade & Observance, Auburn - The largest Veterans Day parade west of the Mississippi! Parade starts at 11am. 253-931-3043 (1948)

December 13 - Christmas Rush Fun Run, Kent - Fast certified course, live music, random prizes and awards for top 5 finishers in each division. (253)856-5050 (1983)

2009 Events

March 12 - 22 - Rep IV: Broadway Festival, Seattle - Rep IV's salute to Broadway offers marvelously entertaining premieres by George Balanchine (Slaughter on Tenth Avenue), Jerome Robbins (West Side Story Suite) and Christopher Wheeldon (Carousel: A Dance - a tribute to Richard Rodgers), paired with the reprise of Susan Stroman's Take Five...More or Less. (206)441-9411 (4503)

March 14 - 17 - Irish Week Festival, Seattle - Sing along to Irish tunes, try stepdancing, enter children's contests, learn about Gaelic games, Irish history or genealogy, or take Irish language lessons. Meet Irish celebrities, view Irish movies or cultural exhibits and demonstrations. On Saturday at 12:30pm, the St. Patrick's Day Parade starts its procession at 4th and Jefferson Street and heads to Center House for its closing ceremonies at 2:00pm. Seattle Center's Festal is a year-long series of world cultural events that honors the richness and diversity of our region. Festal plays a vital part of Seattle Center's role in connecting our dynamic and varied community. Seattle Center (4504)

March 16 - April 30 - Flamingos at Woodland Park Zoo, Seattle - These gregarious, long-legged and long-necked birds are sure to tickle you pink. The exhibit includes several interactive features to engage children in play and learning - three life-size representations of Chilean flamingo nests at the end of a toddler-sized path, child-proof eggs that look every bit as authentic as the real thing, and a bas-relief sculpture of a flamingo head where visitors can touch a simulated filtering structure that demonstrates how flamingos eat. (206)548-2500. Woodland Park Zoo (4502)

March 20 - 22 - Othello Sandhill Crane Festival, Othello - The Festival has many tours for crane viewing along with specialty tours. Specialty tours have included Columbia National Wildlife Refuge/Potholes area wildlife tour, Missoula Floods and the Channeled Scablands geology tour, Lower Grand Coulee birding tour and Wahluke Slope/Shrub Steppe birding tour. (866-726-3445 Othello High School (4505)

March 21 - 22 - Port Townsend's Victorian Festival, Port Townsend - Come to the Victorian Festival and plan to stay a few days, partaking of the Festival fun and the limitless opportunities for exploration of historic sites and natural wonders all over the Peninsula. 360-385-1003 Jefferson County Washington Fairgrounds (4506)

March 27 -29 - Long Beach Bluegrass Festival, Seaview - There will be 20 sets of music, each 45 minutes long, starting at 6:00pm on Friday, along with the band scramble which places band members and some of the musicians in the crowd together. Workshops are available for anyone on Saturday morning. Sunday morning Gospel is free to all. Come enjoy these great bands. (800) 451-2542 Chautauqua Lodge Resort (4507)

March 27 - April 12 - Whirligig!, Seattle - Seattle Center Whirligig! offers amusement aplenty for all pre-teen ages! Kids can glide, slide and ride on super-cool, super-sized inflatable rides. Eye-popping colors, roaming clowns, face painters and entertainment add to the mix of non-stop craziness that keeps kids coming back for more! A special Toddler Zone is also available. (206)769-0259 Seattle Center House (4508)

March 28 - Scottish Heritage Festival, Tacoma - (253) 202-7304 (3340)

March 28 - 10th Annual Scottish-American Festival, Puyallup - The National Tartan Day Society of Washington presents the 10th Annual Scottish-American Festival at the Gold Gate Entry of the Puyallup Fairgrounds. The festival will feature bagpipes, highland dancers, musicians, vendors and concessions. Representatives will be on hand to assist guests in finding their clan affiliation with a free name identification service. Western Washington Fairgrounds (4510)

April 12 - Easter at the Fair, Puyallup - Gates open at 9:30 am, Service begins at 10:15 am Admission: FREE 253-845-7508 ShowPlex (4518)

April 16 - 19 - Spring Fair in Puyallup, Puyallup - Fun for the family! 253-841-5045 (4513)

April 25 - 26 - Trains, Trains & More Trains, Puyallup - We had a wonderful collection of historical equipment on hand, plus the Operation Lifesaver simulator. Clinics geared for beginner modelers taught how to build various aspects of a layout. Other clinics for intermediate and advanced modelers included electronics, animation, weathering, backboards, and prototypical information on logging and trains through Tacoma Station. (206)622-2007 Pavilion and Expo Halls (3342)

May 9 - Mexican Rodeo, Puyallup - Name of Bands; Banda Guasavena, La Palmera, Peor es Nada. Gates Open: 3 pm, Bull Riding: 4pm, Dancing: 7 pm 206-819-7715 Paulhamus Arena (4519)

May 12 -16 , May 17 -18 - Seattle International Children's Festival, Tacoma - The annual performing arts festival for all ages, Seattle International Children's Festival, comes to the Seattle Center each May, the week after Mother's Day. The Festival features professional adult companies from around the world performing globalicious music, circus, theater, puppetry and more in an atmosphere that won't crowd or overwhelm. For children, families and adventurous people of all ages! 206-325-6500 Broadway Center for the Performing Arts (4509)

May 16 - 17 - Heirloom's Rubber Stamp & Paper Arts Festival, Puyallup - Sat: 10 am - 5 pm Sun: 11 am - 4 pm Admission: Sat: $8 at the door with free entry for Sun Sun: $6 Advance: $6, includes free entry for Sunday 541-574-8000 Pavilion (4520)

June 27 -28 - Celebrate the Horse, Puyallup - Sat 9:30 am - 7 pm Sun 9:30 am - 5 pm Admission: One Day Admission: Adults: $15 Kids (6-12 yrs): $8 5 & Under: FREE 360-435-9393 Paulhamus Arena (4521)

June 27 - 28 - Crossroads Doll & Teddy Bear Show, Puyallup - Hours: Sat: 10 am - 4 pm,Sun: 10 am - 4 pm Regular Admission: $7 Under 12: $3 Under 5: FREE 775-224-1884 Pavilion (4522)

July 4 - Old Fashioned 4th, Blaine - Grand Parade & street fair with 70 vendors, car show, live music and fireworks show. 360-332-6484 (5426)

July 10 - 11 - Waterville Days, Waterville - Spaghetti feed by Fire Dept. Fri. night 5-7, Sat: Fly-in breakfast 7-10, Great family fun from 9-5 509-745-9346 (5634)

July 18 - 19 - NW Gaited Horse Show, Puyallup - Hours: 8 am - 9 pm Admission: FREE 206-919-3678 Paulhamus Arena, Barns, Green Gate (4523)

July 24 - 26 - Goodguys 22nd Pacific NW Nationals, Puyallup - The Goodguys will turn the Puyallup Fair & Events center into Hot Rod Heaven bringing in 2000+ hot rods, customs, classics & muscle cars through 1972 vintage. Shop the 100s of vendors & exhibitors, see the model car show, enjoy live entertainment throughout the weekend and watch the Pinstriper's annual Brush Bash! It's an automotive state fair of excitement with fun for the whole family! 253-848-1405 North End Of Grounds (4524)

July 24 - 25 - Enumclaw Street Fair, Enumclaw - Family-fun Event,great food,art/craft vendors, juried art show,entertainment,children activities. (253) 405-7179 (3451)

July 29 - August 1 - Cowlitz County Fair, Longview - (360)577-3121 Cowlitz County Expo and Conference Center (3074)

August 1 -2 - Drayton Harbor Days, Blaine - Saturday - tall ships, street fair, kids activities, Sunday - tall ships, raft & sailboat races. 360-332-6484 (5759)

August 1 - 2 - Rubberstamp & Scrapbook Expo, Puyallup - 602-625-3000 Expo Hall (4525)

August 1-2, 8-9, 15-16 - Washington Renaissance and Fantasy Faire, Buckley - Fun, food, music, magic merchants and cold ale. Visit website for info & discounts. (800) 587-0172 (5772)

August 7 - Camas First Friday, Camas - Community events held the first Friday of every month. Art,dining,themed shopping events and more. 360-834-5445 (5742)

August 7 - 16 - Clark County Fair, Ridgefield - Join us for another great time at the Fair. (360)397-6180 Clark County Fairgrounds (3072)

August 7 - Puyallup Fair Scholarship RoundUp Auction, Puyallup - 253-845-1771 Pavilion (4516)

August 8 - 9 - Stillaguamish Festival of the River & Pow Wow, Arlington - Free festival celebrating Northwest culture & environment: food, music, children's activities, etc. 360-631-2620 (5415)

August 12 - 16 - Grays Harbor County Fair, Elma - Come and enjoy another great fair! (800)621-9625 Grays Harbor County Fairgrounds (3332)

August 13 - 16 - Island County Fair, Langley - (360) 221-4677 (3136)

August 14-16 - 72nd Annual Jefferson County Fair, Port Townsend - An old fashioned country Fair with fun for the whole family. Draft Horse pulls, 4H/FFA exhibits, animals, Barrel Races, 4 x 4 Mud Drags, lots of free entertainment and much more. (360)385-1013 Jefferson County Fairgrounds (3333)

August 17 - 22 - Northwest Washington Fair, Lynden - Annual Fair featuring 4H, FFA, and Open Class exhibits in livestock, arts and crafts, photography, horse events, baking and canning, horticulture, agriculture, home arts, variety of foods and commercial vendors, grandstand entertainment,Kids Zone, and carnival. (360)354-4111 Northwest WA Fairgrounds (3334)

August 19 - 23 - 2009 SKAMANIA COUNTY FAIR & TIMBER CARNIVAL, Stevenson - Free fair, entertainment, carnival, animals, and timber carnival. (509)427-3979 Skamania County Fair Grounds (3338)

August 20 - 23 - Clallam County Fair, Port Angeles - The 2009 Fair theme is: Plenty to See From A to Z (360)417-2551 (3071)

August 25 - 29 - Benton Franklin Fair & Rodeo, Kennewick - Celebrate 61 years in the community. 509-586-9211 Ext. 3 (3069)

August 27 - September 7 - Evergreen State Fair, Monroe - The Evergreen State Fair runs from the end of August through Labor Day each year. 360-805-6700 The Evergreen State Fairgrounds (4512)

August 29 - Port Gamble Car Show 2009 to Benefit Breast Cancer, Port Gamble - Open show, all vehicles, years. Trophies, dash plaques for all cars registered. Benefits Susan G Komen for the Cure for Breast Cancer. (253) 534-9600 (5738)

September 4 - Camas First Friday, Camas - Community events held the first Friday of every month. Art,dining,themed shopping events and more! 360-834-5445 (5743)

September 5 - 7 - Bumbershoot, Seattle - Seattle's Music & Arts Festival is now in its 39th year. Since 1971, Bumbershoot has drawn artists representing the best in music, film, comedy, spoken word, dance, theatre, performance, and visual arts to the Seattle Center over Labor Day weekend. North America's largest urban arts festival, Bumbershoot takes place in the heart of the city at the 74-acre Seattle Center. Over 150,000 visitors from near and far spend the weekend reveling in the world of Bumbershoot, experiencing everything from regional favorites to international superstars across all arts disciplines. (206)281-7788 (5506)

September 11 - 27 - Puyallup Fair, Puyallup - 253-841-5045 (4514)

September 25 -October 4 - Washington State Fair, Yakima - Fun for the whole family. 509-248-7160 State Fair Park (4511)

October 2 - Camas First Friday, Camas - Community events held the first Friday of every month. Art,dining,themed shopping events and more! 360-834-5445 (5744)

November 6 - Camas First Friday, Camas - Community events held the first Friday of every month. Art,dining,themed shopping events and more! 360-834-5445 (5745)

December 2 - 6 - A Victorian Country Christmas, Puyallup - 253-770-0777 Americraft ShowPlex, Pavilion, Expo Hall (4515)

December 4 - Camas First Friday, Camas - Community events held the first Friday of every month. Art,dining,themed shopping events and more! 360-834-5445 (5746)