THH Fair by C.M.I.

Aug. 6-9, 2025

Headlight Herald

Serving Tillamook County for 55 Years

Burden’s

Muffle & Towing

Service

is a third generation Tillamook business.

Burden’s Muffler Towing & Crane Service Inc. is a third generation Tillamook business, that was started in 1970 by Don & Linnea Burden when Sylvia was 6 months old. Don first had the Texaco station at the North entry to downtown Tillamook. Eventually Don wanted more room and purchased the Enco Station directly across the street. Don had a pit built in the one end of the shop and added on to the building for two more work bays, with a fenced yard in the back for wrecked vehicles. Their daughter Sylvia worked during her school years and eventually full time. Rick was basically raised at the business and just enjoys convincing Dad to purchase more trucks to add to our fleet. We currently have three crane trucks and have added a semi & landoll trailer to the fleet. Jeremy & Justin Schriber (Sylvia’s) boys have both joined the family business, Jeremy while still and High School, and Justin after completing West Coast Training for Crane Trucks and was put to work with us full time in 2020.

TILLAMOOK COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS

Parking

Parking is available in our General Parking lot for $5/day or a four day season pass for $20 - cash only, cards not accepted. There are two entrances to the General Parking lot, both off of Brookfield Dr. Depending on your direction of travel, you may enter off Brookfield from 3rd street to Marolf or from 3rd street to McCormick Loop.

Parking is also available in our Premium Parking lot. Space is limited, entrance is located by the carnival area, off of Third Street. Premium Parking is $30/day or $100 for a four day season pass - cash and cards accepted. Fair Admission required for every person in the vehicle.

Handicapped parking is available in both our General Parking lot or in our Premium Parking lot.

Tillamook Fair celebrates Pig n’ Ford centennial

This week, the Tillamook County Fairgrounds have transformed into a hive of activity from August 6-9 for the Tillamook County Fair.

Attendees from across the county and region will be treated to a plethora of displays, pari-mutuel horse racing, a standout concert lineup and, of course, Pig n’ Ford races as the fair celebrates 100 years of Pig n’ Ford as its theme.

The fair kicks off at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, August 6, and has hours of 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. each day through Saturday, August 9.

During the day, fairgoers can wander the fair’s exhibit halls, where a host of local businesses and

organizations, including the Headlight Herald, will have decorated booths. There will also be displays featuring local agricultural products from area granges, 4H and FFA animal competitions, and live entertainment on the fair’s central courtyard stage.

For those looking for a thrill, Rainier Amusements will be offering carnival style rides (tickets must be purchased in addition to fair entry) and every day will see pari-mutuel horse racing in the grandstand arena throughout the afternoon. After the horse races end, the Model T Pig n’ Ford Association will take

over the arena with their centennial competition. Get there early to find a good seat so you don’t miss a second of the action.

Following the Pig n’ Ford races, the arena will play host to the fair’s annual concert series, with Chase Matthew performing on Wednesday, Fleetwood Mac cover band Taken by the Sky playing on Wednesday and Waylon Wyatt taking the stage on Friday. Closing out the week of fair fun will be Saturday night’s annual demolition derby. Keep on reading for more stories about the fair and to find complete schedules of events.

Carnival Ride Wristband Vouchers

Purchase your carnival ride wristbands online at https://www.tillamookfair. com/p/tickets.

• Pre-sale Carnival “All you can Ride” wristband vouchers are available online only until Tuesday August 5 at 11:59 p.m. Carnival Ride Wristband Vouchers can be purchased in person starting July 7th at:

• TLC, a division of Fibre Federal Credit Union in Tillamook

• Oregon Coast Bank in

The 2025 Tillamook County Fair will be held August 6-9, 10 a.m.10 p.m. daily.

Fair admission tickets are available online and at the Fair entrance gates. Purchase your tickets online at https://www. tillamookfair.com/p/ tickets.

Pacific City

• First Security Bank in Tillamook

• Tillamook County Fair Office presale started July 15th

Details:

• Carnival Ride Wristbands Vouchers are good for one person, any one day only, during the Fair.

• Does not include fair admission, and carnival hours may differ from fair hours.

• Online purchases will generate a barcode that are

Tickets

No pets. No outside food or drink. Bags are subject to search.

Special Admission

Rates:

Wednesday 8/6Canned Food Drive

10 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Kids age 15 and under get in for FREE with 2

redeemed at the Rainier Amusements Carnival Ticket Booth, during the Fair.

• Carnival Ride Wristbands may be purchased at the Rainier Amusements Carnival Ticket Booth during the Fair for $45.

• The Carnival is open noon - 10 p.m. each day of Fair.

• No exchanges or refunds.

• Unlimited Carnival Rides for one day

Children under 2 are not permitted on any rides.

cans of food for the Oregon Food Bank

Thursday 8/7

Senior Day (age 62+): $10

Military/Veteran

Appreciation (with id): $10

Tillamook County Fair Daily Schedule 2025

Pari-Mutuel Horse Racing

1 p.m. Post time each day

2025 “JIM CRAIG” RACE MEET

Pari-Mutuel Horse Racing will be providing fun, excitement and a chance to wager during the Tillamook County Fair again this year. There will be four days of Horse Racing with eight races on Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday and nine races on Saturday. Post time will be 1 p.m. each day. Horsemen

will be vying for over $226,000 in purse money thanks to the support from the Oregon Racing Commission, Oregon Thoroughbred Owners & Breeders Association, Oregon Horseman’s Benevolent Protective Association and Oregon Quarter Horse Racing Association, as well as local businesses and families sponsoring 17 feature races. An excellent field of horses to wager on is expected for

this year’s Race Meet and Jockey’s will again be competing for bonus money from the Oregon Racing Commission for participating in the Race Meet. We would like to give a special thank you to Chinook Winds Casino and Resort for sponsoring the halter, lead ropes, and blankets for this year’s Race Meet winners. & TCCA for the delicious Medium Cheddar 2# loafs.

Tillamook County Fair Daily Schedule,

Pig-N-Ford Races

Starting at 5:30 p.m. each day

The Pig-N-Ford Races are world famous and have been part of the Tillamook County Fair for the past 100 years. This event al- ways fills the Grandstand Arena to capacity. There will be two races Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday, starting at 5:30 p.m. Winners of these races will compete in the World Championship Finals on Saturday

immediately following the two qualifying races. Be sure to add these crowd-pleasing and exciting races to your must-see events at the fair! We would like to thank all of the Pig-N-Ford Sponsors: Davison Auto Parts, Greg & Teresa Hubert with Red Robin, Tillamook PUD, S-C Paving, Tillamook Country Smoker, Tillamook Motor Company, Les Schwab Tires of Tillamook, Umpqua Bank, Rosenberg Builder Supply, and Boyd’s Implement Service, LLC.

Courtyard Stage Entertainment 2025

Dr. Fun & Dr. Good

Balloon artists Dr. Fun and Dr. Good have been a part of the Tillamook County Fair for over twenty Five years. They can be found each day of the fair from noon to 4 p.m. near the East end of the TLC Stadium in the Courtyard creating animals and hats out of balloons!

Jeff Martin Hypnotist & Comedy

Jeff Martin has been entertaining folks of all ages with his comedy hypnosis and magic shows for over 40 years. He studied extensively at the Marc Savard School of Hypnosis. He’s garnered numerous awards from fair and corporate associations for his talents, most especially his impact in the fair industry and communities. The creativity of the volunteers’ imagination invites countless scenarios for all to laugh and have fun. Jeff’s gift of clean comedy entertainment has been bringing smiles to hearts for decades.

Courtyard Stage Entertainment,

Karen Quest Cowgirl Tricks

Born in St. Louis, Missouri and raised in Studio City, California, it surprises no one more than herself that after the 13-year college plan, odd jobs too numerous to mention and a foray into circus life, Karen has been blazing a trail with her one-woman Vaudeville-style comedy Western act, “Cowgirl Tricks”. She has portrayed a wide variety of characters, from a singing and dancing cookie for Van De Kamps to Olive Oyl (in a big rubber head) swinging on a trapeze in The Popeye Circus. From the Calgary Stampede to the Cow Palace, at State and County Fairs from Washington to Wyoming, at International Street Performer Festivals from Canada to Singapore, audiences worldwide have been charmed and delighted at Karen’s special brand of skill and Western humor.

Fair Acres with a Twist

Fair Acres sponsored by Werner Gourmet Meats is an interactive agriculture based exhibit for kids of all ages. This year we’ve added some additional fun to the Fair Acres footprint. Make sure to stop in a visit with the Old Iron Club, wander through Brad’s World of Reptiles, and have fun in the new Kids Game Zone or listen to Story Time with Karen Quest

Live Music on the Courtyard Stage

Take a break in our Courtyard and enjoy the live music from musicians of all styles. Mercury Coast, N.E. Daynow, Birdsong Family, DTW, Amanda Stanway, Sun Pup, Adventureland, Hope Montgomery, Rod Whaley, Scott Casey Band, Mojo Holler, and the 234th Army National Guard Foxhole band all grace the Courtyard Stage during the Fair.

On Sale!

Janome Sewing Machines

Jane’s Fabric Patch

Quilts for sale

Rediscover the fun of sewing!

Patterns • Fabrics • Notions

Quilt Books & Kits

Come see our beautiful summer and fall fabrics

1110 Main Ave., Tillamook (503) 842-9392 janesfabricpatch.com

Demolition Derby

Saturday, Aug. 9th @ 7:30 pmMain Grandstands

Capping-off another great Fair this year will be the Demolition Derby produced by Committed Motorsports and presented by Tillamook Farmers’ Co-Op. This event continues to draw committed fans from all around for a Saturday night extravaganza. Come smell the exhaust and hear the engines rumble in this fun-for -the-whole-family event! Don’t forget earplugs for the little ones.

Sponsored by Pelican Brewing, Woodpecker Roof Repair & Clatsop Distributing

Tillamook Fair musical lineup set

Staff Report

A strong three-day lineup of musical performances is set for Wednesday through Friday, August 6-8, at the Tillamook County Fair, with performances beginning each night at 8 p.m. in the Grandstand Arena.

Admission is free with your fair ticket so get ready to enjoy Chase Matthew on Wednesday, Fleetwood Mac tribute band Taken By The Sky on Thursday and Waylon Wyatt on Friday.

Chase Matthew opens the 2025 Tillamook County Fair’s concert series on Wednesday night, August 6th. Bringing raw, real country straight from the heart of Nashville, Chase is known for hits like “She Loves Jesus” and his breakout album Born For This. With gritty vocals, honest lyrics, and a live show packed with energy, Chase is one of country music’s fastest rising stars and you won’t want to miss him under the Tillamook summer sky.

On Thursday, experience the magic of Fleetwood Mac brought to life with Taken by the Sky. Known for capturing audiences with their authentic performances, this sixpiece Portland-based band recreates the iconic sound and spirit of Fleetwood Mac at the height of their career.

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With gorgeous harmonies, impeccable musicianship, and a captivating stage show, Taken By The Sky delivers the music you know and love and a night you will not forget.

Catch one of country music’s brightest young stars on Friday as Waylon Wyatt takes the Grandstand Arena, Main Stage at the Tillamook County Fair. An 18-yearold folk-country prodigy from Hackett, Arkansas, Waylon blends raw storytelling with Red Dirt soul. With over 100 million streams and his debut EP Til the Sun Goes Down already under his belt, he is carving his path alongside the genre’s greats, one song at a time. His live show is a must-see for any true country fan.