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Admission PRE-FAIR ADMISSION PASSES DAILY - GENERAL ADMISSION.................................................. $10.00 DAILY - SENIOR CITIZEN (60+), Child (6-12).................................. $6.00 THURSDAY - SUPER 1 DAY (Sold @ Super 1 only).........................$5.00 FAIR FAMILY PACK
(4 admission tickets, 2 1-day all you can ride bracelets, 1 parking pass)....... $110.00 * online ticketing fees will apply.
FAIR-TIME ADMISSION PASSES DAILY - GENERAL ADMISSION.................................................. $12.00 DAILY - SENIOR CITIZEN (60+), Child (6-12).................................. $8.00 MONDAY - GENERAL ADMISSION.............................................. FREE FRIDAY - VETERANS AND LIVESTOCK SALE BUYERS....... FREE DAILY (Child 5 & Under and Active Duty Military).................................. FREE * online ticketing fees will apply.
PARKING PASSES CWU AND ADA LOTS.................................................................... $10.00 PREMIUM PARKING LOTS...........................................................$20.00
Table of contents County Commissioner President Letter........6 Fair Board Letter...........................................7 Fair Board Directors......................................8 Official Fair Map............................................9 Frontier Village Enhancement...................... 11 Fair Event Schedule................................12-13 Fair Daily Schedule.................................14-15 Kittitas County Fair Livestock Market Sale.. 16 Kid’s Contest Center................................... 17 Ellensburg Big Band.................................... 18 Fair Concessions......................................... 19 Commercial Vendors.................................. 20 2026 Farm Family Of The Year................... 21 Fair Sponsors............................................. 23 Coloring Page..............................................24
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Welcome Dear Volunteers and Exhibitors of the Kittitas County Fair,
Sincerely,
Brett Wachsmith, Chairman Kittitas County Board of Commissioner
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On behalf of the Kittitas County Board of Commissioners, thank you for the time, dedication, and hard work you invest in making the Kittitas County Fair such a special event for our community. Each year, your exhibits showcase the talent, knowledge, and traditions that make Kittitas County unique. Whether you are exhibiting livestock, agricultural products, home arts, fine arts, crafts, or other projects, you help educate and inspire fairgoers of all ages. Your commitment to sharing your skills and experiences helps preserve our agricultural heritage while encouraging future generations to learn, grow, and get involved. The success of the Kittitas County Fair would not be possible without the countless hours contributed by volunteers, exhibitors, families, and supporters. Your efforts create an event that brings our community together and highlights the best of what Kittitas County has to offer. Thank you for being an important part of this longstanding tradition. We look forward to seeing you at the 2026 Kittitas County Fair and celebrating another outstanding year together.
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Welcome to the 2026 Kittitas County Fair! FROM THE PRESIDENT OF THE FAIR BOARD
Dear Exhibitors, On behalf of the Kittitas County Fair Board, we welcome you to the 2026 Kittitas County Fair. Our theme this year is “Country Charm from the Farm.” It embraces all the good things that come from our community to the Fair. Our visitors anxiously wait to enjoy the creations you bring to share. The beautiful flowers, the home-made treats of pies, jams and crafts. The quilts that show so much pride and effort. The art projects that bring a smile to faces. Each entry is viewed with an appreciation of the thought and effort you put out to showcase your passion. We look forward to seeing the fine animals you bring. We recognize the time and effort you have
put into your animal. You have learned many lessons in preparation for the Fair and will continue to learn as you show your animal. The lessons of teamwork, compassion, discipline and sportsmanship will follow you into your adult life. Your efforts do not go unnoticed. We know about the time spent and the mental energy involved. Your entry to the Fair is unique and will enhance “Country Charm from the Farm.” We can’t wait! Jerry Lael, President Kittitas County Fair Board
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Frontier Village Enhancement Take a stroll through Frontier Village at this year’s Kittitas County Fair and see what’s new. Recent upgrades are helping refresh this beloved fair tradition while preserving its historic charm, making it an even better place to explore local heritage, demonstrations, and family-friendly activities. Whether it’s your first visit or a longtime fair favorite, Frontier Village is worth adding to your must-see list.
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H H H FAIR Event Schedule H H H THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 3RD MAIN STAGE IN THE PARK • Opening Ceremony - 12:00 p.m. • Kid’s Joke Contest – (Pre-Enter Online) - 12:15 p.m. • Michael Mezmer’s – iMAGIKnation Family Magic Show - 1:15 p.m. • Kelly McDonald Band – Country Music - 3:00 p.m. • Michael Mezmer’s – DangerMagik Phenomena Magic Show - 4:30 p.m. • Knudson Lumber Nail Driving Contest - 6:00 p.m. • Michael Mezmer’s – Trancenosis Comedy Hypnosis Show - 8:00 p.m. • Museum of Curious Things - Open 10 a.m. – Close of Fair GAZEBO & KID’S CONTEST AREA - DAILY • Dos Dudes – Music in the Gazebo - 11:30 a.m. • Comedy Juggling & Bubbles - 12:30 p.m. • Kids’ Contests & Games with Louie Foxx - 1:30 p.m. • Comedy Juggling & Bubbles - 2:30 p.m. • Bale Bucking – Little Tykes - 3:15 p.m. • PeeWee Rodeo - 4:30 p.m. • Comedy Juggling & Bubbles - 5:30 p.m. • Rodeo City Gymnastics Exhibition - 6:00 p.m. • Comedy Night Juggling & Bubbles - 7:30 p.m.
STROLLING ACTS – THROUGH-OUT THE GROUNDS DAILY • The Tallest Game Show • The Magic of Louie Foxx • Penelope the Clown • Wheel of Shenanigans • Hillia Queen of the Rings • Comedy Juggling and Bubbles NORTH FAIR GATE ENTRANCE – DAILY • Ride Hard Entertainment Presents - Mutton Bustin’ Show Times – Noon, 2:00 p.m., 4:00 p.m. & 6:00 p.m. • & Legendary Longhorns FRONTIER VILLAGE AREA – DAILY • Shenaniguns Comedy Show - Show Times – Noon, 2:00 p.m., 4:00 p.m. & 6:00 p.m. • The Comedy & Juggling of Paul Isaak - 1:00 p.m. • Chuckwagon Experience Demonstration All Day 11:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. INSIDE FRONTIER VILLAGE • Tinned Fish – Strings Band 3:00 p.m., 5:00 p.m. & 7:00 p.m. THE CORRAL – BEER & WINE GARDEN • Kelly McDonald – Country Music -
5:30 p.m. & 8:30 p.m. • Dos Dudes - 7:00 p.m. FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 4TH MAIN STAGE IN THE PARK • Michael Mezmer’s – iMAGIKnation Family Magic Show - 12:00 p.m. • Kelly McDonald Band – Country Music - 1:30 p.m. • Michael Mezmer’s – DangerMagik Phenomena Magic Show - 3:00 p.m. • The Dance Barn – Local Dance Studio - 4:00 p.m. • Valley Voices Community Choir - 5:30 p.m. • Ellensburg Community Band - 7:00 p.m. • Michael Mezmer’s – Trancenosis Comedy Hypnosis Show - 8:00 p.m. • Museum of Curious Things - Open 10 a.m. – Close of Fair GAZEBO & KID’S CONTEST AREA - DAILY • Dos Dudes – Music in the Gazebo - 11:30 a.m. • Comedy Juggling & Bubbles - 12:30 p.m. • Kids’ Contests & Games with Louie Foxx - 1:30 p.m. • Comedy Juggling & Bubbles - 2:30 p.m. • Bale Bucking – Little Tykes - 3:15 p.m. • PeeWee Rodeo - 4:30 p.m.
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H H H FAIR Event Schedule H H H • Comedy Juggling & Bubbles - 5:30 p.m. • Penelope the Clown - 6:00 p.m. • Comedy Night Juggling & Bubbles - 7:30 p.m. STROLLING ACTS – THROUGH-OUT THE GROUNDS DAILY • The Tallest Cowboy Game Show • The Magic of Louie Foxx • Penelope the Clown • Wheel of Shenanigans • Hillia Queen of the Rings • Comedy Juggling and Bubbles NORTH FAIR GATE ENTRANCE – DAILY • Ride Hard Entertainment Presents - Mutton Bustin’ - Show Times – Noon, 2:00 p.m., 4:00 p.m. & 6:00 p.m. & Legendary Longhorns FRONTIER VILLAGE AREA – DAILY • Shenaniguns Comedy Show - Show Times – Noon, 2:00 p.m., 4:00 p.m. & 6:00 p.m. • The Comedy & Juggling of Paul Isaak - 1:00 p.m. • Chuckwagon Experience Demonstration All Day 11:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. INSIDE FRONTIER VILLAGE • Tinned Fish – Strings Band 3:00 p.m., 5:00 p.m. & 7:00 p.m. THE CORRAL – BEER & WINE GARDEN • Kelly McDonald – Country Music 5:30 p.m. & 8:30 p.m. • Dos Dudes - 7:00 p.m. SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 5TH MAIN STAGE IN THE PARK • Michael Mezmer’s – iMAGIKnation Family Magic Show - 11:00 a.m. • Dub Step Dancers - 12:00 p.m. • Yakama Nation Exhibition Dancers - 2:00 p.m. • Ellensburg Big Band - 4:00 p.m. • Kelly McDonald Band – Country Music - 6:30 p.m. • Michael Mezmer’s – Trancenosis Comedy Hypnosis Show - 8:00 p.m. • Museum of Curious Things - Open 10 a.m. – Close of Fair GAZEBO & KID’S CONTEST AREA - DAILY • Dos Dudes – Music in the Gazebo - 11:30 a.m. • Comedy Juggling & Bubbles - 12:30 p.m. • Kids’ Contests & Games with Louie Foxx - 1:30 p.m. • Comedy Juggling & Bubbles - 2:30 p.m. • Bale Tossing - 3:15 p.m. • PeeWee Rodeo - 4:30 p.m. • Comedy Juggling & Bubbles - 5:30 p.m. • Penelope the Clown - 6:00 p.m. • Comedy Night Juggling & Bubbles - 7:30 p.m. STROLLING ACTS – THROUGH-OUT THE GROUNDS DAILY • The Tallest Game Show • The Magic of Louie Foxx • Penelope the Clown • Wheel of Shenanigans • Hillia Queen of the Rings • Juggling and Bubbles
NORTH FAIR GATE (F8) ENTRANCE – DAILY • Ride Hard Entertainment Presents - Mutton Bustin’ Show Times – Noon, 2:00 p.m., 4:00 p.m. & 6:00 p.m. & Legendary Longhorns FRONTIER VILLAGE AREA – DAILY • Shenaniguns Comedy Show - Show Times – Noon, 2:00 p.m., 4:00 p.m. & 6:00 p.m. • The Comedy & Juggling of Paul Isaak - 1:00 p.m. • Chuckwagon Experience Demonstration All Day 11:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. INSIDE FRONTIER VILLAGE • Tinned Fish – Strings Band 3:00 p.m., 5:00 p.m. & 7:00 p.m. THE CORRAL – BEER & WINE GARDEN • Kelly McDonald – Country Music 3:00 p.m. & 9:00 p.m. • Dos Dudes - 7:00 p.m. SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 6TH MAIN STAGE IN THE PARK • Michael Mezmer’s – iMAGIKnation Family Magic Show - 12:00 p.m. • Yakama Nation Exhibition Dancers - 1:30 p.m. • Ellensburg Big Band - 4:00 p.m. • Kelly McDonald Band – Country Music - 6:00 p.m. • Michael Mezmer’s – Trancenosis Comedy Hypnosis Show - 8:00 p.m. • Museum of Curious Things - Open 10 a.m. – Close of Fair GAZEBO & KID’S CONTEST AREA - DAILY • Dos Dudes – Music in the Gazebo - 11:30 a.m. • Comedy Juggling & Bubbles - 12:30 p.m. • Kids’ Contests & Games with Louie Foxx - 1:30 p.m. • Comedy Juggling & Bubbles - 2:30 p.m. • Bale Bucking - Intermediate Contest - 3:15 p.m. • PeeWee Rodeo - 4:30 p.m. • Comedy Juggling & Bubbles - 5:30 p.m. • Penelope the Clown - 6:00 p.m. • Comedy Night Juggling & Bubbles - 7:30 p.m. STROLLING ACTS – THROUGH-OUT THE GROUNDS DAILY • The Tallest Game Show • The Magic of Louie Foxx • Penelope the Clown • Wheel of Shenanigans • Hillia Queen of the Rings • Comedy Juggling and Bubbles NORTH FAIR GATE ENTRANCE – DAILY • Ride Hard Entertainment Presents - Mutton Bustin’ - Show Times – Noon, 2:00 p.m., 4:00 p.m. & 6:00 p.m. & Legendary Longhorns FRONTIER VILLAGE AREA – DAILY • Shenaniguns Comedy Show - Show Times – Noon, 2:00 p.m., 4:00 p.m. & 6:00 p.m. • The Comedy & Juggling of Paul Isaak - 1:00 p.m. Chuckwagon Experience Demonstration All Day 11am – 7pm INSIDE FRONTIER VILLAGE • The Steppe Sisters - 11:00 a.m.
• Tinned Fish – Strings Band 3:00 p.m., 5:00 p.m. & 7:00 p.m. THE CORRAL – BEER & WINE GARDEN • Kelly McDonald – Country Music 12:00 p.m. & 3:00 p.m. • Dos Dudes - 1:30 p.m. MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 7TH MAIN STAGE IN THE PARK • Michael Mezmer’s – iMAGIKnation Family Magic Show - 11:30 a.m. • The Comedy & Juggling of Paul Isaak - 12:30 p.m. • Michael Mezmer’s – DangerMagik Phenomena Magic Show - 1:30 p.m. • The Comedy & Juggling of Paul Isaak - 2:30 p.m. • Museum of Curious Things - Open 10 a.m. – Close of Fair GAZEBO & KID’S CONTEST AREA - DAILY • Comedy Juggling & Bubbles - 11:00 a.m. • Dos Dudes – Music in the Gazebo - 11:30 a.m. • Comedy Juggling & Bubbles - 12:30 p.m. • Kids’ Contests & Games with Louie Foxx - 1:30 p.m. • Bale Bucking – Adult Contest - 3:15 p.m. • PeeWee Rodeo - 4:30 p.m. STROLLING ACTS – THROUGH-OUT THE GROUNDS DAILY • The Tallest Game Show • The Magic of Louie Foxx • Penelope the Clown • Wheel of Shenanigans • Hillia Queen of the Rings • Comedy Juggling and Bubbles NORTH FAIR GATE ENTRANCE – DAILY • Ride Hard Entertainment Presents - Mutton Bustin’ Show Times – Noon, 2:00 p.m., 4:00 p.m. & Legendary Longhorns - Championship Rounds FRONTIER VILLAGE AREA – DAILY • Shenaniguns Comedy Show - Show Times – Noon, 2:00 p.m., 4:00 p.m. • Chuckwagon Experience Demonstration All Day 11:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. INSIDE FRONTIER VILLAGE • Tinned Fish – Strings Band - 1:00 p.m., 3:00 p.m. THE CORRAL – BEER & WINE GARDEN • Kelly McDonald – Country Music 12:00 p.m. & 3:00 p.m. • Dos Dudes - 1:30 p.m. ~ FAIR CLOSES AT 6PM ~ *all performance times subject to change
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SATURDAY – AUGUST 22ND 8:30 AM
4-H Horse Performance Classes, English Dressage Bloom Pavilion/ Rodeo Arena
MONDAY – AUGUST 31ST TUESDAY – SEPTEMBER 1ST 9 AM-7 PM
SUNDAY – AUGUST 23RD 8:30 AM
4-H Horse Performance Classes Bloom Pavilion/ Rodeo Arena
MONDAY – AUGUST 24TH 12 PM - 5 PM Quilts (Dept. 28) will be accepted in the Armory
FRIDAY – AUGUST 28TH 10 AM-7 PM • Open Adult Crafts & Hobbies, Open Youth Crafts & Hobbies, Youth Science Project, Educational Displays Exhibits accepted in Home Arts Building (Dept. 30, 38, 39) • Open Homemade Beer & Wine, Food Preservation, Rugs, Needlework, Sewing, Fiber Arts, Paper Crafts, Scrapbooking & Calligraphy exhibits accepted in Home Arts Building (Dept. 17, 20, 25, 26, 27, 29, & 37) • Fine Arts, Photography accepted in the Armory (Dept. 35, 40) • Exhibits received in Home Arts and Armory will be judged before Fair opens. 4-6 PM
Open & 4-H/FFA Wool & Fiber accepted in the 4-H Building (Dept. 12 & 62)
SATURDAY – AUGUST 29TH 8 AM
4-H Shooting Sports - .22 Smallbore Rifle & Silhouette Contest Cascade Field and Stream
2 PM
4-H Shooting Sports - .22 Smallbore Pistol & Silhouette Contest – Cascade Field and Stream
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TUESDAY – SEPTEMBER 1ST 7:30 AM-11:30AM All 4-H, Grange/FFA exhibits will be accepted in the 4-H Building. 4-H, Grange/FFA educational displays & posters accepted in the 4-H Building (Dept. 63, 64, 69, 70, 71,73, 74, 76) 12 PM
4-H Western Heritage Contest – Kittitas County Fairgrounds
WEDNESDAY – SEPTEMBER 2ND 7 AM-3 PM
All animals arriving. Refer to Livestock Guide for times.
9 AM-12 PM Open class Fruits (Dept. 14), & Vegetables (Dept. 15) exhibits accepted in 4-H Building 1:00 PM
Mandatory Meeting - Open & 4-H Poultry
1:30 PM
Mandatory Meeting - Open & 4-H Rabbit and Cavy - Bloom Pavilion
2-7 PM
Open Floriculture accepted in Home Arts Building (Dept. 16)
3:00 PM
All Livestock/Animal Exhibits in place
5:00 PM
Poultry Breed Class Judging
9 PM
BARNS CLOSES All barn decorations & large educational displays must be in place
THURSDAY – SEPTEMBER 3RD 8 AM
Cats and Dogs Arrive 8:00am-9:00am ONLY 4-H/Grange/FFA Market Hogs - Bloom Pavilion/Ring 1 & 2 4-H/Grange/FFA Market Lambs - Bloom Pavilion/Ring 3 4-H/FFA/GRANGE Sheep - Bloom Pavilion Rabbit Fitting and Showing
9 AM
Rabbits – Breed Class
10 AM
FAIR OPENS Dog Showmanship Hunt Memorial Arena – Kittitas County Fair
10 AM- 7 PM Open Baking and Open Youth Baking accepted in Home Arts Building (Dept. 18 & 19)
12 PM
OPENING CEREMONY – Main Stage in the Park CARNIVAL OPENS
9 PM- 6 PM
1 PM
4-H/Grange/FFA Market Steers - Bloom Pavilion 4-H/Grange/FFA Dairy Cattle
MONDAY – AUGUST 31ST 9 AM- 12 PM 4-H/FFA Flags accepted in 4-H Building. Flags will be displayed after
Open Grain, Hay & Forage exhibits accepted in 4-H Building (Dept. 13)
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1-3 PM
2 PM
4-H/Grange/FFA Market Goats - Bloom Pavilion 4-H/Grand/FFA Goats
4-H/Grange/FFA Sheep Fitting & Showing Bloom Pavilion
9 PM
BARNS CLOSES
3 PM
Costume Contest- Small Animals (poultry, rabbit, and cavy)
11 PM
FAIR CLOSES (Carnival may stay open later depending on attendance)
3:30 PM
Rabbit Agility - Bloom Pavilion
4 PM
4-H Poultry Written Exam Top 15 Final Drive (Beef, Dwine, Goats, Lambs) – Bloom Pavillion
SUNDAY – SEPTEMBER 6TH
5:30 PM
Poultry Agility
9 PM
BARNS CLOSES
10 PM
FAIR CLOSES (Carnival may stay open later depending on attendance)
FRIDAY – SEPTEMBER 4TH
8:30 AM
Open Class Light and Draft Horse Show – Bloom Pavilion/ South Ring
9 AM
Rabbit, Judging Contest, Showmanship Rabbit Breed Class, 4-H/Grange/FFA and Open
9:30 AM
Poultry Judging - 4-H/Grange/FFA and Open
10 AM
FAIR OPENS Dog – Tricks and CGC – Hunt Memorial Arena
8 AM
4-H/Grange/FFA Livestock Judging Contest Bloom Pavilion
11 AM
Eggcellence written exam
12 PM
CARNIVAL OPENS
10 AM
FAIR OPENS 4-H Educational Club Barn Displays/ 4-H Building Dog – Obedience – Hunt Memorial Area
9 PM
BARNS CLOSES
10 PM
FAIR CLOSES (Carnival may stay open later depending on attendance)
11 AM
4-H/Grange/FFA MARKET SALE - Bloom Pavilion
12 PM
CARNIVAL OPENS
5PM
Poultry Showmanship Eggcellence written exam
9 PM
BARNS CLOSES
10 PM 11 PM
MONDAY – SEPTEMBER 7TH 10 AM
FAIR OPENS Dog- Farm Dog- Hunt Memorial Arena 4-H/Grange/FFA Department All Around Livestock Showmanship - Bloom Pavilion
4-H Horse exchange- leave barn
12 PM
CARNIVAL OPENS
FAIR CLOSES (Carnival may stay open later depending on attendance)
1 PM
Small Animal Round Robin 4 PM 4-H/Grange/FFA
4 PM
Special Awards Ceremony 4-H Courtyard
6 PM
FAIR & BARNS CLOSES
6-8 PM
All exhibits to be claimed and removed by exhibitors
SATURDAY – SEPTEMBER 5TH 7-8 AM
4-H Horse exchange veterinary check
8 AM
4-H Horse exchange in place 4-H/Grange/FFA Swine Fitting and Showing
9:30 AM
Cage/Judging/Breed Class Poultry
TUESDAY – SEPTEMBER 8TH
10 AM
FAIR OPENS 4-H/Grange/FFA Dairy Fitting & Showing -Bloom Pavilion 4-H/Grange/FFA Beef Fitting & Showing– Bloom Pavilion
4-7 PM
10 AM
Dog – Rally- Hunt Memorial Arena
12 PM
CARNIVAL OPENS
1-2:30 PM
4-H/Grange/FFA Goat Fitting & Showing, then Breed classes - Bloom Pavilion
Last chance to pick up Exhibits-Senior Lounge (Corner of Home Arts Building)
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KIDS Contest Center H H H
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DISCOVER HI ORY TODAY Discover the amazing past of Kittitas County
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Displays and interesting artifacts on local farming, Native Americans, pioneers, technology, military service and business all within Ellensburg’s historic Cadwell Building. Monday-Saturday 10am-4pm
Free Admission Walking Tours, Evening Lectures, Special Events, and Much More
See Us At The Fair!
We will be at the Heritage Center Thursday to Monday, 10am to 6pm each day of Fair & Rodeo. This is our second year in that space, having a historic display up along with demonstrations of Indigenous crafts as time and availability permits
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Ellensburg Big Band Now a crowd favorite, the Ellensburg Big Band returns having performed annually for the past 13 years at the Kittitas County Fair. Since it’s founding in 2011 the group has been delighting concert audiences and swing dancers alike playing classic and contemporary big band jazz. The group plays all over the region and has performed internationally in Japan and New Zealand. Featuring talented vocalists and instrumental soloists the band is sure to get you up on your feet or clapping and tapping to the beat from your chair! Specializing in swing jazz music from the days of the great dance
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H H 2026 Kittitas County Fair Concessions H H 4-H COUNCIL Burgers, Bacon cheeseburgers, hot dogs, German digs, breakfast sandwiches, donuts, water, soda (Coke Products), chips
FIRST THINGS FIRST (DBA JENSEN FARMS) - KETTLE CORN Kettle corn, pop (coke products), water, energy drinks (Coke products only - no mixed energy drinks)
ALI’S HAWAIIAN SHAVE ICE & LEMONADE Hawaiian shave ice and fresh squeeze hand made lemonade (assorted flavors)
HAZEL’S CANADIAN BACON BURGER Burgers, fries, fries with toppings, chicken strips, corndogs, deep fried mac & cheese, peanut butter bacon bombers, drinks (Coke products)
ANTOJITOS YANYO LLC *Hot cheetos corn cup/stick *Takis corn cup/stick *Mexican corn cup/stick *Tostitos corn cup/stick *Aguas frescas: Horchata, strawberry Horchata, cucumber lemonade, pineapple, watermelon, Orange, Mango, Strawberry lemonade, ube, mamey, frutas ,tejuino *Fruit cups *Tostilocos *Tosti elote *Hot cheetos with cheese *takis with cheese *Mangonada *Mango on a stick *fresas con crema B&M CHOCOLATE DREAMS Chocolate covered strawberries we can offer chocolate bananas apple fries freshly diced apples with toppings dubai strawberries with pistachio paste, bubbly energy Lemonades BAVARIAN KETTLE CORN Caramel corn, tootie fruiti, spicy caramel, caramel apple, soda (Coke products), water BERRYHILL’S DBA DEEP FRIED EVERYTHING Elephant ears, deep fried ice cream, strawberry lemonade, chocolate dipped banana, curly fries, hot dog, chili cheese dogs, chocolate dipped nutty bar, chocolate dipped cheesecake. BIG DOGS GRILL 1/4lb unlimited topping gourmet hotdogs on a stadium roll, 50+ toppings, cold salad sides, chips and canned/ bottled beverages (Coke products) BREAKTHROUGH HULIHULI Ribs, chicken, green salad, macaroni salad, scoop rice CREPE OH! HOLICS Fresh made sweet and savory crepes. Gluten free crepe option. Fresh organic salads. *Approved to serve breakfast daily starting at 7am.* Mushroom onion crepe, Ham egg and cheese crepe, Nutella crepe, Smoked salmon crepe, S’mores crepe, Oreo crepe, Cucumber tomato salad, coconut drinks. DEEP FRIED GOODNESS DBA: THE CHURRO HUT Our churro options include Cinnamon and Sugar, S’mores, Raspberry Cheesecake, Carmel Apple Pie, Boston Cream, and Oreo Rolled; sweet tea ELLENSBURG ISLAND GRILL Huil chicken, beef teriyaki, short ribs, rice, mac salad, musubu, horchata, ELLENSBURG UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Baked potatoes with butter, sour cream, cheese, bacon bits, doritos, ranch dressing, dried chives, cheese, scones (butter or raspberry preserves)
INLAND EMPIRE CONCESSIONS *ELEPHANT EARS (#1) Corn dogs, jumbo corn dogs, elephant ears, funnel cakes, strawberry lemonade, blue raspberry lemonade, bottled coke products INLAND EMPIRE CONCESSIONS *NEW TRAILER (#2) Corn dogs, jumbo corn dogs, flamin’ hot cheetos corn dogs, elephant ears, funnel cakes, deep fried oreos, nachos, flavored lemonade, coke products, Cherry Limeade KALLY’S COTTON CANDY Cotton candy, freeze dried candy, flavored drinks & lemonade, water, snowie, blasters, lotus energy drinks KITTITAS COUNTY FRIENDS OF THE FAIR Ice Cream Cookie Sandwich, Winegar’s Ice Cream, Popcorn, Root Beer Floats, Lemonade, Sponsor Products. KITTITAS COUNTY FRIENDS OF THE FAIR (CORRAL) Beer Wine Margaritas KITTITAS COUNTY YOUNG LIFE DIPPIN DOTS (HOME FOR HOME) Ice cream (dippin’ dots), soda, water, other beverages KITTITAS COUNTY YOUNG LIFE - ESPRESSO Variety espresso beverages (latte, mocha, etc..), energy drinks, blended drinks, Italian Sodas, pre-made cookies, muffins and scones KONA ICE OF WENATCHEE VALLEY Shaved ice with 10 flavor options (pina colada, strawberry treasure, monster mango, lavender lemonade, blue raspberry, tigers blood, watermelon wave, groovy grape, island rush, Caribbean cherry LUTONG PINOY Rice noodles, bbq, lumpia, rice, juices MARSALEES SIMON’S GYROS Beef/Lamb Gyros, Chicken Gyros, Falafel Gyros, Garlic Fries, Garlic Feta Fries, Fries, Sponsor Drinks MARSALEES THAI FOOD LLC (1) Beef & Chicken Teriyaki, Orange Chicken, Noodles, Vegetables, Rice, Fried Rice, Egg Rolls, Pot Stickers, Sponsor Drinks
MARSALEES FRESH CURLY FRIES & CORN DOGS Curly Fries, Corn Dogs, Burgers, Chicken Strips & Fries, Fries, German Sausage, Bratwurst, Hot Dogs, Philly, Sponsor Drinks PAPA MURPHY’S (JAMIN INC.) Papa Murphy’s Pizza, Salad, Coffee, Cocoa, Milk, Orange and Apple Juice, Ice Tea, sponsor products (Water and Pop) Cucumber water, watermelon water, electrolyte water. *Breakfast (cinnamon rolls, breakfast pizza) - ok to serve Wednesday. ROXIE’S DRIVE N DINER Smash Burgers: Classic Plain, the Double Up, or the triple-patty Beach Bum. Every meal has the option to add kettle chips and soda on the side, and each burger is served with 3.2oz 100% Angus beef patties matched with American cheese on toasted bun SMULLIGANS Smoked brisket, pulled pork sandwiches, fresh cut curly fries, loaded brisket & pork curly fries, cheesy curly fries, brisket mac & cheese SWEET FORTUNE Asian traditional sugar-coated fruits, Tanghulu Asian drinks, Fruit Ice Tea SWEET LIPS Shaved frozen fruit with blends of 100% real fruit (no water or syrups used). New option for frozen hollow pineapple SWEET SNACK ATTACK Mini Donuts SWIRLY SPUDS Swirly Spuds, Fresh Squeezed lemonade/Strawberry Lemonade, Choco Tacos, Deep Fried Ice Cream, Churros TAQUERIA EL TAPOTIO INC tacos, tortas, burritos, quesadillas and combos beef, pork and chicken UNSTABLED SPIRITS MOBILE BAR CO. LLC. Craft-made full Beverage Menu; Mocktails (specialized drinks utilizing farm-fresh ingredients to mimic classic summer cocktails but non-alcoholic versions called ‘Mock’), Dirty Sodas & Dirty Energy drinks; using Coke products, flavoring syrups and fun toppings, Cold Brew Coffee; serving cold brew coffee creations with local Colockum Coffee’s cold brew KICKEN’ CHICKEN Giant chicken sandwiches, chicken cheese bath, crispy chicken tacos, kicken’ plates, kicken’ cups, kicken’ cones, fries, extra chicken, Caesar salad, mac & cheese, kicken’ slaw, extra sauce, sponsor Coke products.
MARSALEES THAI FOOD LLC (2) Beef & Chicken Teriyaki, Orange Chicken, Noodles, Vegetables, Rice, Fried Rice, Egg Rolls, Pot Stickers, Sponsor Drinks
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H H H H Commercial Vendors H H H H ALLURE MAGNETICS -WIND BANDITS Free hand out, gospel literature Handcrafted therapeutic magnetic jewelry, stainless steel wind spinners, motors tails, twisters. beaded bracelets, 3d minis,polished stones eggs, rocks, hearts ,moons, stars, cross,spheres agate slices, shell turtles, novelty pyramids, beaded ornaments, pendant necklaces, bug keychains, beaded earrings, fossil dishes, bismuth, peacock ore, petrified wood, Ammonites. AMAZING GRACE MISSION Free hand out, gospel literature ARCO IRIS JEWELRY Hair clips, head bands, sunglasses, moving ear hats, key chains, necklaces, earrings, bracelets, fidget pop-it, backpacks, fans, clothing, poncho, sweaters, sand animals, sea hawks items, handbags, octopus doll, toys, huggy waggy toy, hat/caps, beanies, leggings BIG WESTERN LLC Mechanical Bull rides BIG WESTERN LLC Water Ball Rides BIG WESTERN LLC Black Hole CACTUS RANCH BOUTIQUE Myra and American darling bags, Leather and suede dresses and western printed skirts, Western shirts, Cowhide boots, Sunglasses, Concho belts, Fringe Leather belts, Flare Jeans, Corset tops, Sundresses DRAWN TOGETHER CARICATURE CO. Live caricature art EC ACCESORIES Tumblers ,fans , makeup ,perfumes , school supplies, plushies ,hair accessories , keychains FOX CREEK GIFTS TIMBOS LICORICE Timbos Licorice Ropes
FOX CREEK GIFTS BUILD-A-BUDDY 60+ types of plush animals with a stuffing machine; also outfits, recordable sound modules and scents for the animals FRESH START CANDLES LLC Handmade coconut soy wax melts and candles. Car oil diffusers and plastic beaded infused fragrance fresheners Sublimated designed t-shirts, tumblers, bibs, onesie, kitchen towels, lunch bags and wind chimes. Resin coasters sets and bowls as well as 3D printed toys and house hold items like cellphone holders, sink caddies, vases; bath soak jars filled with Epsom salt, colloidal oatmeal and fragrance, Reed diffusers and diffuser oil refills All handmade items except for candle/wax warmers. FUNNY FACES FACE PAINTING Face painting services JMD CREATIONS Cow/Horse/Old Barn/Old Truck canvas pictures, barnwood branded, pillows, costume rings, bracelets, cow key chains and show charms, cow & horse stuffed animals KITTITAS COUNTY DEMOCRATS Political candidate literature, voter registration forms, and Democratic party literature, etc. We also have stickers and buttons to hand out to interested people as well as the bean poll activity (putting beans into jars indicating what people’s most important issues are). KNOCKER BALL TRICITIES Knocker ball arena and wipeout inflatable KNOCKER BALL TRICITIES 3D virtual reality experience and Boxer Punching/Claw Machines LINKED BY NT BEAUTY Permanent Jewelry, custom bracelets, anklets and necklaces NORTH AMERICA NATIVE ART Edward Curtis photographs from the 1900’s digitally drawn and transferred to canvas. NORTHWEST RETAIL INC Sunglasses
NW LUXURY SPAS & STOVES Hot Tubs, Fire Pits, Accessories PERUVIAN INKAS ART Summer dresses, hand bags, hats & caps, ponchos, t-shirts, plushies, sweaters, blankets, rings RENEWAL BY ANDERSEN We are the start to finish division of Andersen windows, we offer free entry into a $25,000 window makeover and complementary consults for residential window and patio door replacement. RH WESTERN HAT SALES Boots, hat accessories, ponchos, shapable hats, straw hats, cowboy caps, keychains, bracelets, leather belts, belt buckles, leather wallets, offer hat shaping/branding/hat cleaning services, bubble guns, and toy swords. RODEO BOOT COMPANY Anderson Bean Boots, Boulet Boots, Stetson Boots, Roper Boots, Horsepower Boots, Macie Bean Boots. Rodeo King hats, Bailey Hats, Twister Hats, Pro Hats. Hat accessories WA AIR NATIONAL GUARD Giving away swag, such as tee shirts, sweatshirts, notebooks, stickers, business cards, candy, cups, promotional items KITTITAS COUNTY SOLID WASTE Public outreach for the Kittitas County Solid Waste programs, with a focus on compost and waste reduction. THE BRONZE BURL 1. Live edge dining tables 2. Plant stands 3. Propagation walls 4. Hanging baskets 5. Live edge planters HOUSE OF HART BOUTIQUE Permeant Jewelry, Accessories, Belts, Bags, Boots, Clothing, Jewelry, Trendy Hats, Cups, Tea towels. A variety of western items GO ON HAT CO A hat bar largely geared towards men’s style that designs and makes over 100 patches and attaches them to over 100 styles of ball caps
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AGRONOMY FARM SUPPLY FUEL & PROPANE
FREE RECYCLING
Farmer Owned Since 1920
For drop-off locations, visit ecyclewa.org
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