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The Grand 75th Annual Coconino County Fair is Fast Approaching

The Fair supports exhibits in agriculture and horticulture, fine arts, home economics, hobbies and collectibles, floriculture, schools, open youth categories, club work, gems and minerals, livestock and small stock. Exhibits are free or low cost to enter, supporting the talents and work of community members and providing opportunities to win prizes. The livestock auction also provides important funding for local farmers, especially young people, including education funding. 

Community comes out to celebrate, educate and inform at the 74th annual Coconino County Fair

FLAGSTAFF — The community came out to celebrate, educate and inform at the 74th annual Coconino County Fair held at the fairgrounds at Fort Tuthill County Park.

Members from the Coconino County Hispanic Advisory Council (CHAC) and other diversity council members — the African Diaspora Advisory Council and the Indigenous Peoples Advisory Council — greeted the public near the main gate at the Coconino County information Booth.

Visitors then had an opportunity to enjoy a variety of concerts during the day featuring Sol Over Luna and Grupo Conceptos.

The day was capped off with an overflow crowd attending the Selena Forever Tribute, which was introduced by District 2 Supervisor Jeronimo Vasquez.

See slideshow here

Sol Over Luna, Grupo Conceptos and Selena Forever Tribute to perform at the Coconino County Fair on Sept. 3

FLAGSTAFF — Sol Over Luna, Grupo Conceptos and Selena Forever Tribute to be presented on Sunday, Sept. 3 on the Main Stage of the Coconino County Fair. (Facebook | YouTube | Instagram)

Grupo Conceptos will perform at 6:15 p.m.

The Selena Forever Tribute will be held at 8 p.m. (Facebook | Instagram | Website)

Buy tickets to the fair HERE

Exhibits Sought for 74th Annual Coconino County Fair

Coconino County will celebrate the 74th Annual Coconino County Fair on Labor Day weekend, September 1 – 4, 2023, at the Fairgrounds at Fort Tuthill County Park in Flagstaff, Ariz. County residents are invited to join the fun and tradition by entering a public exhibit. Every year the fair showcases the best recipes, artwork, crafts, collections, livestock, home grown vegetables, flowers, and more to the over 40,000 visitors who attend the fair every year.

The Fair features exhibits from all ages and skill levels and many departments give out special awards and prizes, including ribbons and gift cards for exemplary exhibits. Cash prizes are available in many areas thanks to sponsorship from the Friends of Coconino County Parks. Public, private, charter, magnet, and home schoolteachers are encouraged to save student portfolios to exhibit in the schools building. Any participant who submits five entries or more in one department will receive a complimentary fair admission ticket.

Coconino County Parks & Recreation — Public Meetings (March 22) for Proposed Fair Fees

Coconino County Parks and Recreation is inviting you to attend presentations to learn more about the proposed Coconino County Fair fee updates.

The next meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, March 22 beginning at 6:00 PM through Microsoft Teams. We expect these presentations to last approximately 1 hour including the Q&A. You can learn more, RSVP to those meetings, and provide comments at coconinocountyfair.com/feeupdate. The public may also post comments and questions to the Fair’s Facebook page at www.facebook.com/CoconinoCountyFair.

Public Comment Period for Proposed County Fair Fee Changes is now Open

The public is invited to comment on proposed Coconino County Fair admission fee changes until April 11, 2023.

The proposed recommended fees affect admission prices for adults, seniors, and active-duty military/veterans as well as the parking fee. Youth ticket prices would not change for the 2023 Fair but would change in 2024. Attendees ages 5 years and younger will not be affected by this change The Coconino County Board of Supervisors reviewed the fee changes at the regular meeting on February 6, 2023 and approved a 60-day public input process. 

Coconino County Fair Celebrates 73rd Year This Weekend

The 73rd Annual Coconino County Fair is this Labor Day Weekend, September 2 – 5, at Fort Tuthill County Park in Flagstaff. The county fair will include entertainment, food, vendors, and rides, with events for all ages. 

Friday to Sunday, the fair will be open from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m., and Monday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Adult admission is $8 and youth and senior tickets are $5. Children 5 and under get in free! Parking is $5 per vehicle, with a free shuttle partnership with Mountain Lines Bus departing from the Northern Arizona University parking lot P62 on Pine Knoll Drive. The shuttle departs from NAU at 4 p.m. on Friday and runs every 40 minutes. Saturday to Monday, the shuttle departs from NAU at 10 a.m. and runs every 20 minutes. 

Coconino County Fair now hiring event staff!

Help put the “County” into the Coconino County Fair!

Coconino County Parks & Recreation is hiring for the 2022 Coconino County Fair, taking place at Fort Tuthill County Park in Flagstaff, AZ on Friday, September 2 through Monday, September 5, 2022.

Each year the Coconino County Fair employs approximately 40 part time (temporary) employees. Positions hired for the fair include: admission cashier/floater, admissions money runner, ice crew, mascot & mascot handler, parking staff, ticket scanners, and more.

Sept. 2-5 — Coconino County announces Hispanic, country, other performances for Coconino County Fair

Coconino County has announced a number of Hispanic, country, other performances for Coconino County Fair Sept. 2 through Sept. 5 including Ballet Folklorico de Colores de Flagstaff, Adolfo Urias and Tropical Del Bravo.

Click here for the entire 2022 Schedule of Events

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Coconino Community College — The Comet — Local. Affordable. Quality Education

Local. Affordable. Quality Education.

Our marketing and public relations team at Coconino Community College decided on those words to describe the college because they have meaning, and they help paint a picture for every student we serve concerning what they can expect from us.

The Coconino County Fair is Hiring

Be a part of something special! The Coconino County Fair is hiring for this year’s Fair. Coconino County Parks & Recreation typically hires over 50 part-time, temporary employees every year to help produce the Coconino County Fair, the largest event in Northern Arizona with over 40,000 people attending the event over Labor Day weekend.

72nd annual Coconino County Fair is back Labor Day weekend Sept. 3-6

The 72nd annual Coconino County Fair is back this Labor Day weekend, September 3 – 6 at Fort Tuthill County Park in Flagstaff!

We return to an in-person Fair this year, complete with live entertainment, community & 4-H exhibits, livestock shows & 4-H auction, fair food, carnival rides, vendors, beer garden, and more!

Coconino County Fair to be Held In-Person Labor Day Weekend

With guidance from Coconino County Health and Human Services (CCHHS) and consideration of the latest recommendations from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) on outdoor activities and large events, Coconino County Parks & Recreation will produce the 72nd annual Coconino County Fair as an in-person event this Labor Day weekend, September 3 – September 6, 2021. Last year’s Fair was modified to an all-virtual event due to the COVID-19 pandemic. 

Vendors Wanted for the 2021 Coconino County Fair

 Coconino County Parks & Recreation is currently accepting vendor applications for the 2021 Coconino County Fair, scheduled for Labor Day weekend, Sept. 3 – Sept. 6 at Fort Tuthill County Park. Vendors may submit applications in four categories including amusement, food, commercial businesses, and nonprofits.

Coconino County Parks & Recreation — County Fair update, AZT Babbitt Ranch trail segment dedication, and more

On Saturday, August 1, the Arizona Trail Association (ATA) held a dedication for the Babbitt Ranch Segment, Passage 35. The small, private event was not open to the public due to COVID-19. Coconino County Board of Supervisor Art Babbott (District 1) and Coconino County Parks and Recreation staff attended the event.

Coconino County Fair (Sept. 4-7) is hiring

Coconino County Parks & Recreation is gearing up for another amazing Coconino County Fair, and they need your help! The Parks & Recreation Department is hiring temporary staff for the upcoming Fair, which takes place over Labor Day Weekend at Fort Tuthill County Park.  This four-day event gives staff the opportunity to earn some extra money while having County Fair Fun and helping to make this annual event memorable for the entire community.

Public comment period for County Fair fee changes open

COCONINO COUNTY — The public can comment on proposed County Fair fee changes until April 6. The 60-day comment period on the proposed fees affects vendors, open livestock entries and 4-H wristbands. The Coconino County Board of Supervisors reviewed the fee…

Aug. 31 through Sept. 3 — Coconino County Fair coming to Fort Tuthill County Park

FLAGSTAFF — The annual Coconino County Fair takes place Labor Day Weekend at Fort Tuthill County Park, 2446 Fort Tuthill Loop, Flagstaff. Since its establishment in 1949, the Coconino County Fair continues to promote community involvement and interest in agriculture, horticulture, livestock, household…

Coconino County Fair kicks off Labor Day weekend

The annual Coconino County Fair is this Labor Day weekend at Ft. Tuthill County Park, Flagstaff. The four-day event features live entertainment, exhibits, livestock shows and auction, carnival rides, interactive activities for youth and adults, and over 100 food and…

Four days of fun at the Coconino County Fair. Fito Olivares to perform Sept. 4

FLAGSTAFF – Experience four days of fun at the annual Coconino County Fair this Labor Day weekend. Ft. Tuthill County Park, Flagstaff, AZ will again host the Fair featuring live entertainment, exhibits, livestock shows and auction, carnival rides, interactive activities…

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The Coconino County Public Health Services District will host Back to School Vaccination Clinics from 1 to 6 p.m. Wednesdays, Aug. 7 and 14 at the Coconino Public Health Services District, 2625 No. King St., Flagstaff. All required vaccinations for…