2025 Entertainment coming in spring

Since 1939, Johnny’s memory has been celebrated with a wheelbarrow race at the annual El Dorado County Fair in Placerville. In 1854, Studebaker was a well-known name in these parts. He came to the foothills seeking his fortune in gold, but made his fortune building wheelbarrows for the miners. The race involves maneuvering wheelbarrows loaded with sandbags over railroad trestles, through water and over steep hills to the finish line. Open to both men and women, it's not for the faint of heart.

Fun for all ages. Class Categories: Streetable with 35 or smaller tires, unlimited UTVs and Trailer Skills Course
Rock Race: Timed event traveling a course designed to put both driver and rigs to the test. Simulated real obstacles that you would encounter on the world-famous Rubicon Trail. Winner will be determined by the fastest times in each category.
Trailer Skills Challenge: Timed event open to all categories, traveling a specially designed course to test the drivers ability to navigate a trailer over obstacles. Winner will be determined by the driver with the least load loss. Trailers will be provided by the RTF. Vehicles must have trailer hitch receiver.
Rubicon Trail Foundation – Enhancing the future health and use of the Rubicon Trail, while ensuring responsible motorized year-round trail access.
To register, email the Experience the Rubicon Challenge Registration Form - coming soon to experiencetherubicon@gmail.com or the Fair office.

Circus Imagination takes kids from the audience and turns them into instant performers. Each performance can take up to thirty minutes and is a mixture of the circus’s exclusive acts depending on the age groups present. Including up to 30 children in each show, as young as three to twelve years old, they wear custom-made costumes over their clothes and quickly become part of a theater-based improv circus in front of their families.
The Clown College is another interactive family activity area. This is a ticket-free place where children can play and learn basic circus talents. Juggling, hula hoops, and balance beams along with free play with giant soap bubbles, mazes and more make this a safe family area for kids while their parents watch or play with them.

Super Pull event that will feature a variety of Hot Rod Trucks, Street 4x4 Truck Pulling, and Tractor classes as well! This is a rare opportunity for you to showcase your vehicle for hundreds to see. Presented by L&L Productions. Competitors welcome. See L&L website.
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Highway Vagabonds is America’s premier authentic tribute band dedicated to country music superstar Miranda Lambert.

Get ready for the ultimate beach party with Key West Coast! Their unique blend of Jimmy Buffett, Kenny Chesney, Zac Brown, and more will transport you straight to the sand.

Brodie's southern rock roots and country music styling brings a high octane show for everyone to love.

"Locked-N-Loaded" is a premier multi-award winning country cover band in California, playing nothing but the top, #1 country music hits from yesterday to today's chart toppers.

Southbound is Northern California’s premier Southern Rock Revue. The band features a wide variety of Southern Rock from artists such as the Allman Brothers, Lynyrd Skynyrd, 38 Special, Marshall Tucker Band, Molly Hatchet and others. The sound is energetic, danceable and features a lively stage show.

Gene covers a vast array of Songs from Led Zeppelin to John Mayer, Elton John to Foo Fighters, Frank Sinatra to The Cure, & Jason Mraz to Johnny Cash.

Michelle Lambert is an electric performer whose deep talent reveals itself in sly, knowing bursts. Whether it’s goosing the expectation of a breezy pop-country tune with a confident hip-hop-flavored flow, an aching desire slipping out from between the lyrics of a ballad, or the way Michelle dominates every inch of the stage before wielding her violin in classic rock goddess mode.

Austin Morgan aka Austin Mo is a singer, songwriter and blues/rock guitar prodigy backed by incredibly talented musicians in a high energy band with influences from Hendrix to Zeppelin to Lenny Kravitz.

See how well you know your husband, or better yet, see if he’s been paying attention and how well he knows you! Been besties 4Ever?! Enter! Does dad think he knows it all? Take him to the game show and let’s see who really knows what. Drop by the theater to sign up or enter at showtime. Check schedule for times.

Orignially from Sacramento, Renee is a gifted musician with a strong background in country music. Her music emphasizes contemporary country music and gives the genre a new, lively vibe. Her songs skillfully blend traditional country components with contemporary influences, producing an alluring brew that connects with listeners.

The Sunset River Band moves effortlessly between classic and modern rock, blues, old school soul and country as the band takes an audience on a wild and winding musical journey. The band stays faithful to the original renditions as a tribute to all the great music from artists that have inspired us over the years!

A High Energy Band, that plays music that drives you… Old Rock-n-Roll of the 50s, 60s, and 70s

The Rhythm Vandals formed in the late 90s and have performed hundreds of shows. The band recreated the timeless music of the greatest classic rock-based artists of all time in a way that is authentic and powerful. If you are a fan of The Allman Bros., SRV, Aerosmith, Bad Company, Lynard Skynyrd, Clapton, Hendrix & Santana. The Rhythm Vandals will take you on a journey that inspires and entertains.

FBI is a True Tribute to the Legends of Motown while paying homage to the Fathers of Funk. Come experience some of the most sophisticated, intoxicating and enduring music ever recorded including The Temptations, The Four Tops, Smokey Robinson & the Miracles, Diana Ross & The Supremes, Aretha, Etta James, Stevie Wonder, The Staple Singers, Marvin Gaye also Sly and the Family Stone, Tower of Power, WAR and more.

The Heirloom band formed during the summer of 2020 with four musicians itching to play music after all the shutdowns performing many genres including jazz, rock, country, folk and more. Their unique twists on classic songs that have been around for years is what makes them stand apart!

Keep on Truckin' is a tribute to the Woodstock Generation, Keep on Truckin' performs Rock, Blues, Funk and R&B, faithfully recreating the musical experience of one of the greatest events in music history. Come with us and take a step back in time to enjoy the music that influenced a generation.

Group Therapy made its debut the summer of 2006 rocking our favorite rock and R&B all over the region. You will be sure to hear their unique blend of covers which include tunes form the 60s, 70s, 80s and 90s.

Come out and enjoy Brisco Country Band, the area's premier country-rock band with the perfect blend of modern country and rock.

The Fabulous Liars specialize in Classic Rock hits from famous artists and rarely heard tunes. Expect high-energy, great songs, great harmonies & FUN.

Rhonda Lynn & Edgewood Station is a band playing traditional country music, but with a little classic blues, jazz and standards thrown in for color. It was started and fronted by Rhonda Rogers and has some amazing talented musicians with a sound that is upbeat and energetic.

The BlowBacks are a horn-driven dance band with a huge repertoire, spanning the 1940s to the 2000s. They play classic rock, Motown, big band, neo swing, jazz, lounge, funk and country swing. Don't forget your dancing shoes.

Chasing Anthems is a Country Rock music duo based out of Northern California. They have many original songs and play some great cover tunes as well. Between their original tunes you will hear cover tunes from Jake Owens, 3 Doors Down, Luke Combs, Sublime, Imagin Dragons and many more.

The Last Call has a deep catalog of crowd favorites and an undeniable synergy on stage. They promise a performance full of energy, nostalgia, and great fun. Don't miss a chance to experience one of Northern Califonria's best Dance Bands.

Incognito reimagines songs from the 80's. Classic Rock that is fun to dance to.

Sugarplum the Band plays original, heartfelt compositions along with popular cover songs. All their music promotes positive upbeat messages of love, peace, tolerance and joy.

Tony Quinn plays a wide variety of music from the Doobie Brothers to Sam Cooke. Enjoy his talent while drinking a glass of wine or beer.

Classic rock from the Chuck Berry 50s to the British Invasion 60s to the iconic rock anthems of the 70s, 80s and 90s, We take pride in recreating a wide variety of well-known, popular hits from the past. Listen

Bring your dancing shoes and come hang out at the Capital Bar. The Tritones Band play Blues, Motown, R&B, Rock, and Country Jazz.Listen

Trixie brings a high-energy, exciting show that creates an unforgettable experience. Imagine the amazed faces of kids of all ages as they interact with her amazing magical effects and funny feats. Trixie's magic tricks will delight everyone of all ages.

Jeremy performs his interactive action-packed act for all ages including juggling, unicycling, giant transforming origami, magic, comedy, a juggling frog puppet and more!

The only educational, traveling shark show in the United states featuring a diver who swims with live sharks doing natural activity never before seen in public.