Fort Bend County Fair and Rodeo gears up for 87th year

The Fort Bend County Fair and Rodeo is slated to return for its 87th year of giving residents and visitors fall fun and excitement. Held at the Fort Bend County Fairgrounds in Rosenberg, the fair begins on September 29th and ends on October 8th.

The Fort Bend County Fair and Rodeo is back for its 87th year, promising residents and visitors a memorable experience filled with fall fun and excitement. The fair, held at the Fort Bend County Fairgrounds in Rosenberg, will kick off on September 29th and run until October 8th.

Event organizers expressed their anticipation for the fair, stating, "We are looking forward to seeing you at the Fort Bend County Fair and Rodeo."

Potential guests can purchase tickets for the fair on the event's website. Adult tickets are priced at $15, while children between the ages of six and 11 can attend for $5. Children five years old and younger will be admitted free of charge. The fair offers a range of attractions, including a parade, carnival rides, live music, delicious food, and, of course, a rodeo and livestock show. Tickets for the carnival rides must be purchased separately.

One of the highlights of the fair will be the live shows on the Brazos Stage. A variety of performers are scheduled to take the stage, including David Lewis, Lone Wolf DJ, Josh Ward, Southern County Line, Josh Abbott Band, Grupo Vidal, La Energia Norteña, Keyun & the Zydeco Masters, Braxton Keith, Steel Country, Tracy Byrd, and Asleep at the Wheel.

Established in 1933, the Fort Bend County Fair and Rodeo has been a beloved event for almost nine decades. It was initially celebrated between Richmond and Rosenberg before moving to its current location in 1974. The fair is organized by the Fort Bend County Fair Association, a non-profit organization that prioritizes supporting youth education. The association provides scholarships and hosts auctions to help local youth achieve their educational goals. In an open letter published on the event's website, incumbent fair president Jennifer Williams expressed the association's mission and gratitude, stating, "Our mission is to help our youth achieve their educational goals through our scholarship program and auctions that are like no other here in Fort Bend County. Know that when you pay your gate admission, you are doing your part to give back."

As the Fort Bend County Fair and Rodeo prepares to celebrate its 87th year, residents and visitors can expect a fantastic lineup of entertainment, attractions, and opportunities to support local youth education.