Garfield County Fair and Rodeo

PRCA Xtreme Bulls

The dust and dirt will fly as some of the world’s top bull riders tangle with more than 1,500 pounds of unbridled fury. America’s original extreme sport, these riders are sure to take your breath away. Xtreme Bulls takes place in conjunction with Veterans Night at the fair. Honor brave men and women veterans by wearing your most patriotic red, white, and blue!

Overpass closure Wednesday

UPDATE: CDOT will close the Mamm Creek overpass on Garfield County Road 315 between Rifle and Silt. The work is now rescheduled to August 12-13, overnight from 11 pm to 3:30 a.m. The work is for deer guard replacement.

All traffic will need to use either Garfield County Road 346 or 352 to access I-70 during this time, as the guards will be removed, leaving an open trench during construction.

The Race is On: Sawyer Brown to play Garfield County Fair

Casey Donahew brings Lone Star sound to annual Friday night concert

Garfield County Fair and Rodeo is thrilled to announce that legendary county rock band Sawyer Brown is bringing its electric live show to this year’s fair and rodeo concert on Friday, August 7, 2026. Country music star Casey Donahew kicks things off at the Garfield County Fairgrounds in Rifle.Tickets are available now at garfieldcountyfair.com. Press release.

Colorado Wildfire Resiliency Code

The Garfield County adopted the Colorado Wildfire Resiliency Code, effective July 1, 2026. The code establishes updated standards for certain new construction and development in wildfire-prone areas, to reduce risk and improve community resilience. Press release