El Dorado County Fair

Races: Points #8: Prospector's Pursuit
2026-06-13 17:30 - 22:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
Placerville Speedway is the heart of local racing excitement, featuring action-packed dirt track events all season long. From sprint cars to stock cars, fans enjoy thrilling races under the lights in a family-friendly atmosphere. Don’t miss the high-speed fun at this historic track!

Grandstands open at 4:00 PMParking: $10 per car

Races: Points # 7 - John Padjen Bike Night
2026-06-06 17:30 - 22:00
Presented by the Pizza Factory

Placerville Speedway is the heart of local racing excitement, featuring action-packed dirt track events all season long. From sprint cars to stock cars, fans enjoy thrilling races under the lights in a family-friendly atmosphere. Don’t miss the high-speed fun at this historic track!

Grandstands open at 4:00 PMParking: $10 per car

El Dorado County Fair Association Board Meeting
2026-06-03 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.

Fairgrounds Closed
2026-06-01 00:00 - 2026-07-03 23:59
The El Dorado County Fairgrounds will be closed for the Holiday Furlough. We will open back up on Monday, December 1.

Open Ride Closed
2026-06-01 00:00 - 2026-06-29 23:59, 2026-05-31 00:00 - 23:59, 2026-05-30 00:00 - 23:59, 2026-05-29 00:00 - 23:59, 2026-05-28 00:00 - 23:59, 2026-05-27 00:00 - 23:59, 2026-05-26 00:00 - 23:59, 2026-05-25 00:00 - 23:59 and 2 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.

Horse Show - Ranch & Western
2026-05-31 08:00 - 17:00
El Dorado County Fair Horse Show. Where all 4-H, Grange, FFA, and Independent Horse Riders come together for the County Fair Horse Show. Gymkhana Horse Show scheduled for Thursday, June 18 during the Fair.

Races: Sprint Car Challenge Tour
2026-05-30 17:30 - 22:00
Davy’s Race – Davy Thomas Memorial

Placerville Speedway is the heart of local racing excitement, featuring action-packed dirt track events all season long. From sprint cars to stock cars, fans enjoy thrilling races under the lights in a family-friendly atmosphere. Don’t miss the high-speed fun at this historic track!

Grandstands open at 4:00 PMParking: $10 per car

Hangtown Car Show
2026-05-30 09:00 - 15:00
The Hangtown Car Show is presented by the Placerville Lions Club.

More information to come.

Fairgrounds Closed
2026-05-29 00:00 - 23:59, 2026-05-28 00:00 - 23:59, 2026-05-27 00:00 - 23:59, 2026-05-26 00:00 - 23:59 | Henningsen Arena, 100 Placerville Dr, Placerville, CA, 95667, United States
El Dorado County Fairgrounds closed for Regional Training

Box Office Imagination Theater
2026-05-25 12:00 - 14:00, 2026-05-22 12:00 - 14:00 | Imagination Theater, 100 Placerville Dr, Placerville, California, 95667, United States
Imagination Theater is your El Dorado County community theater.

Imagination Theater offers award-winning live performances ranging from children’s shows, drama, comedy, musical theater, variety shows, Improv, and so much more. We host workshops for both adults and kids, internships and volunteer opportunities, community outreach programs, and collaborations with other non-profit organizations.

Hangtown Gold Rush Classic Dog Show
2026-05-25 10:00 - 17:00, 2026-05-24 10:00 - 17:00, 2026-05-23 10:00 - 17:00
The Hangtown Sierra Cluster shows are held over Memorial Day weekend, Saturday – Monday, at the El Dorado County Fairgrounds in Placerville. The next show dates are May 23-25th, 2026.

Hangtown Kennel Club joined with the Kennel Club of the California Sierra in 2009 to present a three day show over Memorial Day Weekend, hence the Hangtown Sierra Cluster.

Trivia Night at Imagination Theater
2026-05-22 18:00 - 20:00 | Imagination Theater, 100 Placerville Dr, Placerville, California, 95667, United States

Open Ride Til 8:00 PM
2026-05-22 09:00 - 20:00, 2026-05-21 09:00 - 20:00 | Henningsen Arena, 100 Placerville Dr, Placerville, CA, 95667, United States

Open Ride Till 8:00 PM Henningsen Arena
2026-05-20 09:00 - 20:00 | Henningsen Arena, 100 Placerville Dr, Placerville, CA, 95667, United States
