Lincoln County Fair activities begin taking shape

With the 2026 Lincoln County Fair and Rodeo just weeks away, organizers are encouraging residents to begin preparing exhibits and registering for events before upcoming deadlines.

The fair will be held Aug. 5-8 at the Lincoln County Fairgrounds in Panaca, with opportunities for residents of all ages to participate in exhibits, competitions and rodeo events.

Residents interested in entering homemade crafts, photography, artwork, floral arrangements, baked goods, quilts, woodworking and other exhibits should plan ahead. 4-H exhibit entries will be accepted Tuesday, Aug. 4, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., while general public exhibit entries will be accepted Wednesday, Aug. 5, from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Registration is also underway for several fair events, including the Fair and Rodeo Royalty Pageant, Ranch Rodeo, Gymkhana, Junior Rodeo and Nevada’s Best Cow Dog Trial. Entries for the Nevada’s Best Cow Dog Trial are due July 21, while contestants interested in the Fair and Rodeo Royalty Pageant must register by July 28. Organizers encourage participants to review individual event rules and entry requirements well in advance, as entry deadlines vary by event.

Additional information, event rules, registration forms and the complete fair schedule can be found at www.lcnvfair.org or by following the Lincoln County Nevada Fair and Rodeo Facebook page.