central washington state fair

Officials with the nearby Benton Franklin Fair & Horse Heaven Round-Up announced Thursday state restrictions about COVID-19 are too difficult to hold events in late August.

Kramer is expected to begin her new job on February 1 of 2020.

The board is also beginning a search for both a new general manager and assistant general manager for State Fair Park because Greg Stewart and Greg Lybeck are both leaving the organization.

General Manager Greg Stewart is retiring and the assistant general manager Greg Lybeck starts a new Job as Executive Director of Sozo Sports this month.

Everything is coming together for The Central Washington State Fair set for September 20-29 but fair officials need your help. This year two furry mascots will greet and entertain those at the fair but they need names. The fair is holding a special online contest to help name the fun creatures...

For more information check out fairfun.com

Earlier this year Yakima County Prosecutor Joe Brusic announced Cole wouldn't face any charges because of his actions.

Brusic says after viewing all the reports Cole will not be charged with an assault.

This year 321,600 people passed through the gates during the 10 day run of the run. That's compared to 326,273 people who attended the fair last year.

Here's a list of rides, free parking and ride/admission prices for everyone heading out to the Central WA State Fair for the final weekend!