For over 119 years, the NW Montana Fair and Rodeo has continued to bring one of the best rodeo traditions to Montana. Each year in August, the NW Montana Fair and Rodeo arrives featuring three days of PRCA rodeo action, a huge concert, fun carnival rides, and of course great fair food. The NW Montana Fair and Rodeo will take place August 17-21, 2022, and features amazing local talents, the Livestock Show and Sale, and shopping from more than 100 commercial exhibitors. The heart of the Fair is over 8,000 hand-crafted exhibits showcasing the interest, talent, and passion of our regional residents. From quilts to mini-horses, flowers to rabbits, you’re sure to experience blue-ribbon displays throughout the fair. Learn more – HERE.
“The Northwest Montana Fair has undergone a lot of change over the past 100+ years. The attractions, events, live entertainment and virtually every detail of the fair has changed to appeal to the desires of people in the Flathead. In other words, the fair has adapted and delivers what people want to experience.”
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Brice will perform on Wednesday, Aug. 17 at the Northwest Montana Fair & Rodeo. General admission adult tickets are $40, reserved seating tickets are $55, and party pit tickets are $65. General admission tickets for children ages six to 12 are $22, and children ages five and under are seated free of charge in the general admission area. All tickets purchased prior to arriving at the fair include admission to the grounds. The concert is sponsored by Kalispell Toyota & Northwest Toyota Dealers.
The Ram PRCA Rodeo runs Aug. 18-20 and will feature world-class athletes from Canada and throughout the United States aiming for the National Finals Rodeo in Las Vegas. Events include bareback, saddle bronc, steer wrestling, tie-down roping, team roping, barrel racing and bull riding. Adult tickets range from $30 to $35, with seniors admitted for $15 to the general admission area on Aug. 18. General admission tickets for children ages six to 12 are $15, and children ages five and under are seated free of charge in the general admission area.
The fair culminates Aug. 21 with the return of the popular Octane Addictions Big Air Bash, a motorcycle and snowmobile stunt show featuring riders who have competed and medaled in the X Games. Adult tickets are $20, children ages six to 12 are admitted for $10, and children ages five and under are seated free of charge in the general admission area.
2022 NW Montana Fair and Rodeo Details
Hours: 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM daily except Sunday which operates from 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM. The commercial booths in the Grandstand building and outdoor booths open at 11 AM for viewing. Most barns and the exhibit buildings close at 9 pm.
Admission: $8.00 Adults (13-65), $5.00 Seniors (65+), $5.00 Child (6-12) Free for children 5 and under.
2022 Fair Facts
Dates: August 17 – 21, 2022
Hours: 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM daily except Sunday which operates from 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM. The commercial booths in the Grandstand building and outdoor booths open at 11 AM for viewing. Most barns and the exhibit buildings close at 9 pm.
Admission: $8.00 Adults (13-65), $5.00 Seniors (65+), $5.00 Child (6-12) Free for children 5 and under.
Special Days and Discounts: Pre-sale admission tickets will be available at all Whitefish Credit Union branches in mid-July. Price is $5 each and good any one day of the Fair. Grandstand Event tickets purchased and printed before arriving at the Fair serve as your entry gate admission! Saves up to $8.00! Simply show the gate attendant your pre-printed grandstand event ticket and you’re ready to enjoy Montana’s Best!
Thursday, 8/18 is KAJ Seniors and Kids Day with free admission for guests 65+ and 12 & under all day! Anyone 65+ can purchase a $15 general admission rodeo ticket for Thursday night’s rodeo at the Grandstand gates or Fair Office.
We appreciate and recognize our current military personnel and veterans on Friday, 8/19. Show current or retired military ID at South, Meridian, or North gates between 2pm and 6pm and receive free admission along with a Friday general admission rodeo ticket and a $5 food voucher. Limited supplies available. Thank you for your service.
Join us for Montana Family Day, Sunday, 8/21. Special family admission for 2 adults and 2 children of only $10 admission.
Advanced Sale Admission Tickets: Admission tickets may be purchased in advance for only $5. They are available at all branches of Whitefish Credit Union through Friday, 8/19 only.
Grandstand Shows: 5 full nights of great entertainment to thrill all interests. Reserved seating and general admission tickets are available online at the Tickets and Grandstand page.
Reserved seating (and Concert Party Pit) price is the same for all ages. Children 2 years and under, sharing an adult’s seat in reserved sections are free. Children 5 and under in General Admission sections are free. Discounted seats for children 6 to 12 years old are offered only in the General Admission sections.
Print your ticket before coming to the Fair and show it at the Fairgrounds gate to save the $8 admission! We also accept pre-purchased ticket on phone or portable devices.
Parking: $5 per vehicle, per entry (no return privileges). Enter Fair Parking from W. Wyoming Street. Accessible parking is available at the front of the lot.
Carnival: NorthStar Amusements is bringing all your favorites. Pay One Price discount tickets to exchange for an all-day wristband will be available for $25 from late July until 5pm Tuesday, August 16th at Whitefish Credit Union locations, the CHS store, and the Fair Office.
Didn’t answer your question? Call 406-758-5810 for more information or stop by. “We want your fair experience to be outstanding.”
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