Fairgrounds & Events Center

Fairgrounds Mission Statement

The mission of the Garfield County Fairgrounds is to strengthen and improve our local community by providing a range of premier facilities that stimulate learning, promote agriculture, enhance equestrian activities, and showcase and support our rich cultural heritage with diverse public and private events.

Fairgrounds Overview

The historic Garfield County Fairgrounds, located in Rifle, Colorado, dates to the early twentieth century. The grandstands were first constructed in 1938 and have been expanded over the years. The facility consists of a 225′ x 140′ indoor arena, a 250′ x 150′ outdoor arena, 140 stalls, and 3 meeting rooms/banquet halls. The facility hosts a wide variety of events throughout the year.

Facilities at the fairgrounds can be rented 7 days per week, from 8 am to midnight, for banquets, meetings, conferences, private parties and dances, horse, dog or livestock shows, rodeos, bull ridings, carnivals, concerts, trade shows, swap meets, motor sports events and more. We also have commercial kitchen space available to rent.

Please contact us via phone at(970) 625-2514 or email [hyperlink to email form] to find out how we can service your event. You may also request reservations here.