A true Tillamook County tradition, the Tillamook County Fair brings four full days of summer fun to the fairgrounds each August. From livestock barns and local exhibits to carnival rides, concerts, horse racing, fair food, and the world-famous Pig-N-Ford races, this is one of the region’s most beloved annual events.
The fair celebrates the people, creativity, agriculture, and community spirit that make Tillamook County special. Visitors can explore 4-H and FFA animal projects, local art, photography, flowers, culinary entries, crafts, textiles, and land products, then head outside for rides, games, food vendors, and grandstand entertainment.
Event Highlights
- World-famous Pig-N-Ford races
- Carnival rides and games
- 4-H and FFA animal exhibits
- Local art, photography, crafts, textiles, flowers, and culinary exhibits
- Pari-mutuel horse racing
- Nightly concerts included with fair admission
- Demolition Derby
- Classic fair food, vendors, and family activities
What to Expect
The Tillamook County Fair is part agricultural showcase, part family reunion, and part classic summer fair. Spend the day visiting the barns, watching horse races, sampling fair food, and cheering from the grandstands.
The Pig-N-Ford races are a must-see. This one-of-a-kind Tillamook tradition has been part of the fair for more than 100 years and fills the grandstands each evening. Drivers race vintage Model T Fords while carrying pigs, creating one of the most memorable spectacles in Oregon!
Visitor Tips
- Purchase admission tickets online in advance to save time at the gate.
- General parking is available off Brookfield Avenue.
- Bring cash for parking and vendor booths.
- Wear comfortable shoes—you’ll cover a lot of ground between exhibits, rides, and grandstands.
- Leave pets at home; only ADA-defined service animals are permitted on the fairgrounds.
- Plan to spend the full day—there’s plenty to see between the exhibits, rides, food vendors, and grandstand events.
Plan Your Visit
Come for the rides, stay for the Pig-N-Ford races, and make time to explore the exhibits. Check the Tillamook County Fair website at www.tillamookfair.com for current dates, admission, concert lineup, parking details, and daily schedules.
