Garfield County sets 2023 fair and rodeo dates

The 2023 Garfield County Fair and Rodeo has been scheduled for July 23 – 30 at the fairgrounds in Rifle. The Board of County Commissioners approved the dates, which were formally recommended by the Garfield County Fair Board. Garfield County Fairgrounds and Events Manager Chris Floyd told the board that July 23-30 struck the best balance between all aspects of scheduling the annual event. The fair board’s selected dates best meet with the scheduling of vendors and ticketed event talent. “It’s like trying to align the stars to best meet everybody’s needs and availability,” he said. “This year, the fair