ROOTED IN COMMUNITY

About the Fair

A place to share what we grow, create, and learn—and make memories together.

A woman and three children smile together at the Fair, with the children wearing 4-H shirts.

Our Story

The Fair began in Sumner in 1947 and moved to Frontier Park in Graham in 1968. Today, it brings neighbors together through exhibits, learning, and shared experiences.

1947

The Fair begins in Sumner.

1968

A new home at Frontier Park.

What We Celebrate

Agriculture

Discover the work and care behind local agriculture.

Creativity & Learning

Share skills, explore new interests, and celebrate achievement.

Community

Meet neighbors and take part in a Fair shaped by its volunteers and supporters.

What Guides Us

Learn about the purpose and goals behind the Fair.

Our Mission

Pierce County Fair is a traditional county fair since 1947 that showcases the skills and talents of our diverse community through agriculture, education, and experiences.

Our Vision

Our vision is to continue to be evaluated as an outstanding county fair in Washington State. We strive to offer unique experiences as we encourage patrons to celebrate the past and envision the future.

Goals & Objectives
  • Offer character training through wholesome participation, competition, cooperation and accomplishment.
  • Educate youth and adults in better methods.
  • Improve the relations between urban and rural people.
  • Provide social contacts.
  • Help build community pride.
  • Provide wholesome competition of various types.
  • Offer recreation and amusement through carnivals, contests and competition.
  • Encourage trade.
  • Present the products of the farm, home and family.
  • Provide recognition to 4-H, FFA, open show exhibitors and leaders.
  • Further education by exhibiting, judging and demonstrating.
  • Promote 4-H and FFA in Pierce County.

Be Part of the Fair

Bring your curiosity, your talents, and your community spirit.