Kitsap County Fair & Stampede 2026
August 26 @ 10:00 am – August 30 @ 6:30 pm
Contact the event organizer directly with questions.
Dates, Times & Location
- Dates: August 26-30, 2026
- Hours:
- Fair opens 10:00am daily (confirm exact closing times with KFSA — Sunday closes at 6:30pm)
- Location: Kitsap County Fairgrounds & Events Center
- 1200 Fairgrounds Rd NW, Bremerton, Washington 98311 (map)
Admission
- Tickets start at $14.00 for adults, and $5.00 for youth/seniors. Expect to pay for parking and special events.
Featured Attractions
- PRCA Rodeo: Wednesday–Saturday evenings at 6:30pm (Saturday at 5:30pm)
- Xtreme Bulls: Sunday at 12:00pm
- Carnival Rides & Games: Opens 11am daily (separate tickets required)
- Live Entertainment: Main Stage, Thunder Road Stage, and Community Stage throughout the fair
- 4-H & FFA Exhibitions: Youth livestock shows and competitions
- Vendors & Food Court: Local crafts, cuisine, and the Commercial Building
Special Days
- Kids Day: Children 12 & under admitted free
- Sunday: Carnival Wristband Day — $50 for unlimited rides until 5pm
What to Do at the Kitsap County Fair & Stampede
The Kitsap County Fair & Stampede runs August 26–30, 2026, at the Kitsap County Fairgrounds in Bremerton, and offers something for every kind of visitor: a PRCA-sanctioned rodeo, a full midway carnival, live concerts across three stages, 4-H and FFA livestock shows, a demonstration garden, and a food court of local vendors. Whether you’re bringing the kids for the day or planning a date night out, the fair runs daily from 10am with events continuing into the evening.
Best Activities for Families
Families tend to build their day around a few anchor activities:
- 4-H & FFA livestock shows — a hands-on, educational look at local youth raising goats, swine, cattle, sheep, rabbits, poultry, and more, with daily showmanship and breed judging in the barns.
- Kids Day pricing — children 12 and under get free admission, making it one of the most affordable family outings in Kitsap County.
- K-9 demonstrations — held multiple times daily behind the Presidents Hall.
- Heritage Garden classes — short, family-friendly sessions on gardening topics like composting and seed planting.
- Carnival midway — rides and games running all five days, with a $50 unlimited-ride wristband available Sunday only.
- Magic and hypnotist shows on the Main Stage, popular with kids and teens alike.
Best Activities for Couples & Date Night
The fair isn’t just a family event — it’s also a popular evening date-night spot in Kitsap County:
- The PRCA Rodeo (Wednesday–Saturday evenings) and Xtreme Bulls (Sunday) draw couples looking for a classic Western night out.
- Thunder Road Stage, the fair’s 21+ beer garden area, hosts live bands each evening — a go-to for couples who want music and drinks without the daytime crowds.
- Evening concerts on the Main Stage pair well with dinner at the fair’s food vendors.
- Many couples come specifically for the dinner-and-a-show combo: grab food from the vendor row, then catch the rodeo or a headlining concert.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Kitsap Fair good for a date?
Yes — many couples visit in the evening for the rodeo, concerts, and the 21+ Thunder Road beer garden, which has a different atmosphere than the daytime family crowd.
What is the best day to bring kids to the Kitsap Fair?
Any day works, but families often plan around Kids Day pricing (children 12 and under free) and the Sunday carnival wristband deal.
Is the Demolition Derby part of the Kitsap Fair?
No — in 2026, the Demolition Derby runs as three separate standalone events (July 11, 26, and September 12) rather than during fair week itself.
What food and vendors are at the fair?
The fair features a food court of local vendors alongside crafts and commercial exhibitors in the Commercial Building.
Additional Information
- No pets allowed (service animals excepted)
- No weapons, skateboards, bicycles, scooters, or wheeled shoes
- No alcohol, marijuana, or drugs; no smoking or vaping on the grounds
- Carnival wristbands available Sunday only for unlimited rides
- ATMs located throughout the fairgrounds
- Accessible seating available at all grandstand events; VIP areas are wheelchair accessible
Event Website:
Kitsap Fair & Stampede Website