Contests at El Dorado County Fair, Placerville, CA

1K Fun Run/Walk Thursday

Held prior to opening on Kid's Day.
Kid's 4-12 years old running the race enter the Fair free!  Pre-Registration (preferred) at Fair Office Mon-Fri 9am-4pm.  Family members must purchase Fair Entry Ticket. Flyer and Entry Form.

Funnel Cake Eating Contest Daily
in the Clifton & Warren Kid's Corral

Free to enter with Fair Admission. Pre-entry not required. Speed contest. Come hungry! Check Schedule.

Kids' Big Wheel Races Daily
near the Organ Room Lawn

Free to enter with Fair admission. Pre-entry not required. Winner receives a tee-shirt. Everyone gets a ribbon for participating.

Teen Jam Friday, Noon-3:00

Live Concert! Featuring local high school and younger bands. Whether you would like to showcase your band, gain exposure or practice in front of a live audience, sign up today to perform at the El Dorado County Fair! To sign up or ask questions, please contact the Fair office at 530-621-5860.

Mutton Bustin' Friday at 6:30 pm

Sponsored by Doug Veerkamp. Young cowboys and girls riding sheep for fame and glory! Winner receives a buckle! Limited to 36 Busters. $40 entry includes T-shirt and one adult admission into the Fair. Must reserve spot prior to the fair. Contestants must arrive by 6pm. Entry Form and Waiver

Humpz & Hornz Bull Riding Friday at 8pm

Bulls, Cowboys, and Clowns - Watch from the grandstands!

El Dorado Idol CompetitionSaturday and Sunday

Preliminary Competition: Saturday at 3:30 pm, Budweiser Stage. Finals: Sunday at 7:45 pm, Wells Fargo Stage. Contestants must pre-register by June 15 by calling the Fair Office at 530.621.5860 and completing a Liability Release.

Hometown Track Challenge Saturday at 6:00pm

Racers compete against their age group, stopping at three stations to complete a stunt.
Six divisions: Ages 6-8, 9-12, 13-18, 19-30, 31-55, 56-70. All participants must bring and wear their own helmets and bring their quad or side-by-side ATV (two-seater including gators). Entry Form (Check-in at 5:30pm)

Hay Bucking Contest Saturday at 6:00 pm

Sponsored by Clifton and Warren
Scored on speed-and quality of the load for the older groups. Watch the little ones figure out a technique of their own to get the hay into the truck with the help of a partner the same size... Lots of fun to watch/participate! Free to enter with Fair admission. Two people per team. Register at the Equestrian Arena. Trophies to winning teams Youth • Women's • Co-ed • Men's.

Father Child look-a-like Contest Father's Day at 1:30 pm

John M. Studebaker Wheelbarrow Races Father's Day at 5:00pm

Championship Race – Open to Men & Women 18 years and older. Women’s Race – Open to Women 18 years and older. Old Timer's Race – Open to Men & Women 55 and over. High School Team Challenge – 2 person High School Teams. Teen Races – (Ages 13-17) Boys and Girls run separate races. Youth Races – (Ages 10-12) Boys and Girls run separate races. Rules & Entry Form

Plein Air Painting Friday

Prizes: 1st Place - $100 • 2nd Place - $75 • 3rd Place – $25. Cash prizes will only be paid if there are 5 exhibitors or more. Adults age 18+. Pre-registration required, due May 25 with free admission, same day signup June 17 – must pay admission. Entry fee is $10. Exhibitors will have an entry ticket at will call (Blue Gate) on day of contest. More information and Registration Form

El Dorado County Pageant Thursday at 6:00pm
Budweiser Community Stage

Areas of competition: Personal Interview, Fair Wear, Formal Wear, On Stage Question
Age divisions: Jr. Miss: ages 12-15, Teen: ages 16-19, Miss: ages 20-25 | Entry form or contact Alora Martin at 530-677-6911

For more information, please contact the Fair Office at 530-621-5860.