El Dorado County Fair

Open Ride Till 4:00 PM Henningsen Arena
2026-02-01 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-01-31 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-01-27 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-01-26 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-01-25 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-01-24 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-01-20 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-01-19 09:00 - 16:00 (America/Los_Angeles) and 4 more dates | Henningsen Arena, 100 Placerville Dr, Placerville, CA, 95667, United States
Henningsen Equestrian Arena is open most days of the year. Stay out of the rain in winter or the Sun in the heat of summer to make your riding more comfortable.

Applications and Daily ride passes may be obtained Monday – Friday, 9 am – 4 pm, in the Fair Office. Riding without a current pass could result in a loss of privileges for your use of the arena.

Courtesy in Arena Use is Mandatory. No props are allowed in the arena at any time.

Please clean up after your horses! All manure should be placed in designated containers. Your cooperation is appreciated.

Hours of “Open Ride” (when not closed for a special event)Saturday, Sunday, Monday, Tuesday: 9:00 am – 4:00 pm**Wednesday, Thursday, Friday: 9:00 am – 8:00 pm**

**Check the website or office for possible arena closures.

New Vendor & Concessionaire Applications due to the El Dorado County Fair Vendor Coordinator
2026-02-01 00:00 - 23:59 | El Dorado County Fair & Event Center, 100 Placerville Dr, Placerville, California, 95667, United States
The El Dorado County Fair Vendor Coordinator will start accepting new vendor and concessionaire applications on February 1.

Returning Vendor & Concessionaire Applications due to the El Dorado County Fair Vendor Coordinator
2026-01-31 00:00 - 23:59 | El Dorado County Fair & Event Center, 100 Placerville Dr, Placerville, California, 95667, United States
The El Dorado County Fair Vendor Coordinator will be accepting applications from returning vendors and concessionaires through January 31. The application process will open to new vendors and concessionaires on February 1.

Open Ride Till 8:00 PM Henningsen Arena
2026-01-30 09:00 - 20:00, 2026-01-29 09:00 - 20:00, 2026-01-28 09:00 - 20:00, 2026-01-23 09:00 - 20:00, 2026-01-22 09:00 - 20:00, 2026-01-21 09:00 - 20:00, 2026-01-16 09:00 - 20:00, 2026-01-15 09:00 - 20:00 and 2 more dates | Henningsen Arena, 100 Placerville Dr, Placerville, CA, 95667, United States

Search & Rescue's 40th Annual Crab Feed
2026-01-24 17:30 - 22:00 | El Dorado County Fair & Event Center, 100 Placerville Dr, Placerville, California, 95667, United States
El Dorado Search & Rescue

Join us for a night of fabulous food and fun to support the dedicated volunteers of El Dorado Search and Rescue, who risk their lives to rescue those lost or in danger “SO THAT OTHERS MAY LIVE“.

Fair Office Closed
2026-01-19 00:00 - 23:59
Observance of Martin Luther King Day

Open Ride Closed
2026-01-18 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-01-10 09:00 - 16:00 | Henningsen Arena, 100 Placerville Dr, Placerville, CA, 95667, United States

Art & Wine and Something M.O.R.E.
2026-01-17 18:00 - 21:00 | El Dorado County Fair & Event Center, 100 Placerville Dr, Placerville, California, 95667, United States
We’re thrilled to announce our 2026 Art & Wine with Something MORE Annual Fundraiser, set for January 17, 2026!

Guests will enjoy tastings from local wineries, breweries, distilleries, restaurants, bakeries, and caterers, all coming together to support MORE and make this night truly special.

As always, there will be a raffle, live and silent auctions, and original art for sale. The artists featured are adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities, with all proceeds from art sales going directly to them.

Don’t miss the chance to witness live art demonstrations by the Something MORE Artists and experience the beauty created by their unique talents.

For questions or to become a sponsor, please contact Jamie at (530) 622-4848 or jamiepitts-garcia@morerehab.org.

El Dorado County Fair Association Board Meeting
2026-01-14 16:30 - 18:00 | El Dorado County Fair Board Room, 100 Placerville Dr, Placerville, California, 95667, United States
The El Dorado County Fair Association Board of Directors meets once a month to discuss upcoming events, review fairgrounds operations, and make decisions that support our mission of serving the community. Meetings are open to the public, and community members are encouraged to attend, listen, and share input. It’s a great opportunity to stay informed and engaged with the planning and future of our fairgrounds and events.

The Board Meetings are typically the first Wednesday of each month, at 4:30 pm in the Board Room. Check the Board Agendas & Meeting Minutes webpage to confirm date and time.
