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Missoula Fairgrounds

Name: Missoula Fairgrounds
Address: 1101 South Avenue W, Missoula, MT, 59801, US
Telephone: +14067213247
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The predecessor of the Missoula County Fairgrounds/Western M***ana Fair was the Western M***ana Agricultural, Mechanical and Mineral Association, Inc.

The mission of the Missoula County Fairgrounds is to promote agriculture, education, culture, recreation, community connection and to reflect the beauty of Western M***ana. It was incorporated at the Missoula County Courthouse in November 1874. In 1875, a committee selected a site and drew up by-laws for the fair association. A fair site was selected within the eastern half of what is now 39th Str

eet, Russell Street, South Avenue and Paxson Street. By April 1876, a one-mile race track, 60 feet wide, was constructed at a cost of $400. In 1886 the Missoula Fair and Racing Association was formed, with the goal of reviving the fair. A new site was sought over to hold the annual event. In 1888 a new site was purchased one and a half miles northwest of Missoula and south of the Northern Pacific tracks. A speed line ran to the edge of the fairgrounds to unload stock. This new site, which was owned by the federal government, would be used until 1914. The county used its prisoners to help build a road to the new facility. Although the fair has had several different “homes” it has settled here at the Missoula County Fairgrounds. In 1911, the County Commissioners discussed the purchase of grounds for a permanent site for the fair. It wasn’t until 1913 that the current fairgrounds was purchased for a mere $16,000.

08/09/2024

The new Rodeo Grandstands are officially open at the Missoula County Fairgrounds just in time for the Western M***ana Fair.

08/08/2024

Before and after in the Clouse Bauer Arena.

08/08/2024

The Western M***ana Fair would not be possible without the help of so many groups and organizations. A big thanks to the Missoula CERT Team for providing crowd control services for the rodeo!

08/08/2024

The new Clouse Bauer Arena!

08/07/2024

🐎🎉 Saddle up, Missoula! The excitement is building for the Missoula Stampede Rodeo, and you don't want to miss out! Tickets are still available for purchase. Buy online or in person at the Missoula County Fairgrounds. Western M***ana Fair, August 6-11. 🤠🌟

08/06/2024

Day 1 has arrived! We are ready for you Missoula! Our doors open at 11am and the carnival opens at 12pm. Answer the question below, for a chance to win a week-long carnival pass. https://forms.gle/WwWcyujXDWyAXET6A
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08/06/2024

Due to popularity and demand, we are extending the one-day and week-long carnival pass sale to Tuesday, August 6! Day-long passes are available at all Noon's locations and Week-long passes are available at the Fair office. Fair office will be open 11am - 8pm on Tuesday, August 6.

GREAT NEWS MISSOULA! ONE EXTRA DAY HAS BEEN ADDED TO THE DISCOUNT CARNIVAL PASS SALE! $35 EACH!!! LAST LAST CHANCE!!! GET YOURS BEFORE WE RUN OUT ON THE NEW LAST DAY - TUESDAY, AUGUST 6TH!! VERY LIMITED SUPPLY, DO NOT DELAY!

08/06/2024

Plan your Fair experience! See you here Missoula!

08/05/2024

The carnival opens at 12p.m. every day, August 6-11. See you here Missoula!

08/05/2024

Y’all, we are two days away from the Western M***ana Fair! We are moving full speed to get everything ready for tomorrow and we are so excited to see all our fair-goers! Answer today's question at the link below for a chance to win a ticket to Tuesday night's Xtreme Bulls.
https://forms.gle/hYJ8gc1JpZ6jjtpa9

08/04/2024

Who is ready for Fair food? We are! See you here for the Western M***ana Fair, August 6-11.

08/04/2024

The Western M***ana Fair is right around the corner with 3 days left until opening day! We want to see you at the Fair so today we are giving away three tickets to the Thursday Night Rodeo! Go answer that trivia question at the link below.
https://forms.gle/wXQU731yrtcoHoF67
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08/03/2024

"This weekend, my Queen and I were honored to represent two great countries: the United States of America and Canada. On Friday night, Haley Tate presented for the USA, and I had the privilege of presenting for Canada. The best cowgirls and cowboys in the PRCA hail from both nations, and it was a true honor to present their flags.
We were fully immersed in the experience, helping to sell 50/50 tickets, pushing cows, and engaging in all activities as Rodeo Royalty. As ambassadors of rodeo, it was a joy to be 100% involved. The Libby Kootenai Stampede PRCA Rodeo committee treated us with the utmost graciousness, making us feel truly royal.

We also took some time to explore, embarking on a scavenger hunt to find the remaining Libby wings. If you ever visit Libby, I highly recommend checking out the map for the Libby wings, where local artists have painted beautiful wings on the sides of downtown buildings. It’s a wonderful way to discover every corner of this charming town in M***ana.
We will definitely be back to watch the Professional Rodeo and support next year's Queens. Thank you so much for an unforgettable weekend!"
Faithfully,
Logan Paddock

08/03/2024

Ready to rumble? We at Missoula County Fairgrounds sure are! Go answer today’s question for your chance to win Lords of Dirt tickets! https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfgd6Xmcx5PY2scpOONpdpe7_WMuLJj84d3ZYKBTSYWOW077w/viewform

08/03/2024

Mark your calendars Missoula! We are excited to unveil this new programming this year. Thanks to Good Food Store Missoula for sponsoring Container Wars!

08/02/2024

Get ready to ride, Missoula! We are 5 days away from the Western M***ana Fair! Go answer that trivia question at https://missoulafairgrounds.com/10daycountdown
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08/01/2024

Thanks to ABC FOX M***ana for this news coverage. We are so excited to unveil the new Clouse Bauer Arena this Western M***ana Fair! Don't forget to buy your arena tickets before August 5 to get $5 off per ticket.
https://www.montanarightnow.com/grandstand-construction-complete-for-western-montana-fair/video_302e054f-a689-5fb9-91c2-7ee5b3c6b41a.html

We are just days away from the Western M***ana Fair, opening on Tuesday August 6th.

08/01/2024

Ladies and gentleman…. START. YOUR. ENGINES! We are on Day 6 of our 10-Day Countdown and today we are giving away some Lords of Dirt merch! Go answer that trivia question for your chance to win and if you haven’t already, get yourself some tickets for Sunday’s arena performance with Lords of Dirt Racing! https://forms.gle/LXEXtxtpLoPW8nVe6
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08/01/2024

The Clouse Bauer Arena is looking fresh! If you didn't know, arena tickets are now on sale at the Fair box office and online at MissoulaFair.com.
Buy your ticket before August 5 and save $5.

07/31/2024

🌟 A big THANK YOU to Missoula Motor Company for being the Official Truck Sponsor of the Missoula Stampede Rodeo!🌟 🚚
We couldn't be more excited to have Chevrolet's support as we gear up for an unforgettable week at the Western M***ana Fair from August 6-11. Your partnership helps make the Missoula Stampede a wild ride full of excitement and thrills.
From all of us at the Missoula Stampede, thank you for your commitment to our community and for providing all the trucks to help us haul in the fun next week! 🎉
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07/29/2024

Buy your tickets before August 5 and save $5 per ticket! Don't miss out on this once-a-year event at the Western M***ana Fair featuring a brand new Clouse Bauer grandstands! Remember to only purchase tickets off the Fairgrounds website at MissoulaFair.com

07/25/2024

Due to the recent storm and the ongoing cleanup efforts, the Fair office will be closed to the public until further notice. The safety of our visitors and staff is our top priority, and we need time to ensure the area is safe for everyone.
We do expect to reopen tomorrow, so please stay tuned for updates. If you need to visit the fairgrounds for any reason, please use the Oxford (Glacier Ice Rink) entrance. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation! Stay safe!

07/19/2024

This year’s Project Portraits are HERE! We want to thank all of the families and kids that let us into their lives to capture them with their 4-H and FFA projects from this year. It’s always a wonderful experience getting to talk with the kids and hear about their favorite parts of their projects and their best experiences from doing 4-H and FFA.

And a HUGE thank you to our sponsor Lithia Ford of Missoula for these portraits! These photos wouldn’t have been possible without your support.

We also would like to thank our photographer Isaac Rowland with Arthouse Billy Studios for taking the time to travel around the county with some of our staff to bring these kids and their projects to light.
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07/16/2024

Calling volunteers to join the Fair Green Team! Help us keep the fairgrounds green this Western M***ana Fair, August 6-11. Sign up for shifts online at MissoulaFair.com/zero-waste-fair. Volunteers get Fair perks like a carnival pass, arena ticket or food bucks.

The mission of the Missoula County Fairgrounds is to promote agriculture, education, culture, recrea

07/12/2024

Huge thanks to 96.3 The Blaze for the coverage! Mark your calendars for the Western M***ana Fair, August 6-11. See you here Missoula.

https://963theblaze.com/ixp/117/p/missoula-montana-fair-grandstands/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAR3UQ2vLuYMaFiDpFZ6XZaYWorKfxZk_wbyAeYSnc2wnW13wImJUB_hqdJs_aem_TFpyP7FfWlXhsYHhimpn0g

Experience improved views at the Missoula County Fairgrounds with new grandstands providing the best seats yet!

07/11/2024

Calling all artists for the Western M***ana Fair Indigenous Art Market on Saturday, August 10, from 11-3p.m. If you'd like to be a part of this market, please sign up at the QR code provided and email 1-4 images of your work to [email protected] by Monday, July 22nd.

07/10/2024

Join us at tonight's Drink & Draw Lords of Dirt in anticipation of the upcoming 2024 Western M***ana Fair. Meet us at Western Cider from 5:30pm - 7:30pm. Free & Open to All! Many thanks to Zootown Arts Community Center, Western Cider & Lords of Dirt for putting this event together. 🏁🏁

Address

1101 South Avenue W
Missoula, MT
59801

Opening Hours

Monday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday	8:30am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+14067213247

Website

http://www.missoulafairgrounds.com/

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The Hellgate Corvette Club took this amazing video from their event at the fairgrounds! . . #missoula #missoulacountyfairgrounds #missoulamt #missoulacounty

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#ThursdayThrowback to this Fair commercial from the 1940s! . . #missoula #missoulamt #missoulamontana #missoulacountyfairgrounds #westernmontanafair #zootown #zootownmt #zootownmissoula

Join Missoula Fairgrounds in collaboration with the Missoula Urban Demonstration Project (MUD) and Blue Mountain Flowers for this 3 part Chicken Series! Session 1: Egg to Coop, led by Poultry Specialists Laura DeNitto and Kristin Whisennand, will cover everything you need to know to raise your chicks including: sourcing chicks, brooder boxes, feed, and common problems to be aware of. In Session 2: The Scoop on the Coop, participants will visit Blue Mountain Flowers to check out a newly built coop. We’ll cover the necessary components of a coop, discuss possible coop designs, and enjoy a presentation from James Jonkel of FWP on how to protect your chickens in bear country. This series will finish with Session 3: Keeping Up with the Flock. In this workshop we’ll cover general aspects to maintaining your flock such as common issues, diseases, upkeep, and keeping your chickens happy and healthy for the long term. We’ll also discuss gardening with your chickens and the nutrients their manure can bring to your soil. Scholarships are available! Email [email protected] for more details. Tickets can be purchased per session or buy all 3 for a discounted rate! MUD Members: $20 for 1 session, $50 if you buy all 3. Non-Members: $40 for 1 session, $100 if you buy all 3. Visit mudproject.org for more details 🐓🐥🐣🐔 . . #missoulacounty #missoulacountyfairgrounds #MissoulaFairGrounds #missoulamt #missoulamontana #missoula #backyardchickens

The Missoula Fairgrounds have been invaded by ghosts, goblins and rainbow ponies! Have a safe and Happy Halloween!

It's #4hweek! Did you know that 4-H'ers are 4x more likely to give back to their communities, 2x more likely to make healthier choices and 2x more likely to participate in STEM activities? . . #missoula #missoulamt #missoulamontana #missoula4h #montana4h #westernmontanafair #4H #4Hweek

Tomorrow is your last day to save $5 on Lords of Dirt and Missoula Stampede Tickets! Buy online on our website or in person at the Fair office. Fair office is open until 4:30pm. See you there!!!!!!!!! . . #missoula #missoulafair #missoulamt #missoulafairgrounds #westernmontanafair #missoulaevents #missoulaevent #missoularodeo #montanarodeo #missoulamotorsports #missoulamotorcycles

We love this feature on FIRE & ICE Jamaican Jerk Chicken by CSKT Business. Come to the Western Montana Fair, August 10 to 14 to enjoy this food truck's delicious menu! . . #MissoulaFairGrounds #missoulfair #missoulamontana #missoula #westernmontanafair #CSKT #jamaicanfood #jamaicanchicken

Shining a light on FFA during National FFA Week! What is your FFA story? 😀 . . #missoula #missoulaffa #ffa #missoulamontana #missoulamt #montana #missoulafarmers #montanafarmers

It's FFA week and we are so proud of the young leaders who represent our communities in school and beyond. Big thanks to Alex Miller for this wonderful introduction. Don't forget to show your appreciation to the FFA leaders in your community!

Behind the scenes with Courtney Blazon on the Western Montanan Fair poster! If you haven't already, be sure to head on to our Instagram and enter to win one of ten, 27" x40" Fair posters! . . #missoulaart #missoulafairgrounds #thehoedowninmidtown #missoulamt #missoulamontana #missoula #missoula406 #zootown406 #zootownmontana #digitalart #wipart #digitalartist

Love the Fair? 😀 Excited to be part of the Missoula County, family? Then join us as a Missoula Fairgrounds Administrative Secretary. For more information, see the link below! Link: https://bit.ly/3ftWuMk . . #missoulamt #zootown #missoulamontana #missoula

Monster Truck Insanity Tour is here! Main event (Monsters, Motocross, and Finals) at 4pm! Time to get muddy!

Now that’s a rodeo crowd! It’s Friday night at the Missoula Stampede!

Missoula Stampede Last Chance Presale

Skip the lines and save 5 bucks! The Missoula Stampede Rodeo Last Chance Presale runs this week only, July 29-Aug 1. Use code lastchance5 for $5 off when you order online at missoulastampede.com/tickets .