2026 Jackson County Fair

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Dates

Jul 14, 2026 · 4:00 PM - Jul 19, 2026 · 7:00 PM(GMT-07:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada)

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Location

Oregon, United States

21 Peninger Rd, Central Point, Oregon 97502, United States

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Artists, vendors & exhibitors applications

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8 active applications

Stand #3 Fair Food Vendors

Deadline: May 31, 2026

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ONLY FILL OUT THIS APPLICATION OUT if you have already submitted a food vendor application and have a 3rd stand to submit.

The initial deadline for Food Vendors is May 31, 2026.

We pride ourselves on our high food vendor retention rate from year-to year, but we are always on the lookout for professional food vendors who can bring something new and unique to our guests.

We jury food vendor applications carefully. Our focus will be on vendors that have a professional appearance (trailers are ideal), provide a diversity of food options for our fair-goers, have experience in a fast-paced environment with events that have large attendance numbers, this requires food vendors to have an efficient menu and kitchen area.

If you would like to apply to become a food vendor at the 2026 Jackson County Fair July 14-19, 2026 in Central Point, OR please fill out this application completely, missing sections will require us to decline the application.

If you have any questions, contact Stephanie Burrell, Food Vendor Coordinator at stephanie.burrell@jacksoncountyor.gov or 541-774-8281.

Stand #4 Fair Food Vendors

Deadline: May 31, 2026

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ONLY FILL OUT THIS APPLICATION OUT if you have already submitted a food vendor application and have a 4th stand to submit.

The initial deadline for Food Vendors is May 31, 2026.

We pride ourselves on our high food vendor retention rate from year-to year, but we are always on the lookout for professional food vendors who can bring something new and unique to our guests.

If you have any questions, contact Stephanie Burrell, Food Vendor Coordinator at stephanie.burrell@jacksoncountyor.gov or 541-774-8281.

Fair Food Vendors

Deadline: May 31, 2026

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The initial deadline for Food Vendors is May 31, 2026.

We pride ourselves on our high food vendor retention rate from year-to year, but we are always on the lookout for professional food vendors who can bring something new and unique to our guests.

If you have any questions, contact Stephanie Burrell, Food Vendor Coordinator at stephanie.burrell@jacksoncountyor.gov or 541-774-8281.

Stand #2 Fair Food Vendors

Deadline: May 31, 2026

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ONLY FILL OUT THIS APPLICATION OUT if you have already submitted a food vendor application and have a 2nd stand to submit.

The initial deadline for Food Vendors is May 31, 2026.

We pride ourselves on our high food vendor retention rate from year-to year, but we are always on the lookout for professional food vendors who can bring something new and unique to our guests.

If you have any questions, contact Stephanie Burrell, Food Vendor Coordinator at stephanie.burrell@jacksoncountyor.gov or 541-774-8281.

Fair Merchant Vendor Application

Deadline: Jun 01, 2026

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FAIR GATE HOURS:

Tues. 7/14 4pm-11pm

Wed. 7/15 4pm-11pm

Thur. 7/16 4pm-11pm

Fri. 7/17 11am-Midnight

Sat. 7/18 11am-Midnight

Sun. 7/19 11am-7pm

Fair Local Artisan /Group Vendor Application

Deadline: May 25, 2026

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PLEASE NOTE: This application is for Local Artisans and Local Groups Only.
*This means you need to reside locally, within a reasonable driving distance. And you need to be the creator/producer of all your products, or be a local representative of your group.

No commercial vendor space is available. No outdoor space is available. Artisan booths are located inside the Artisan Market, inside the Seven Feathers Event Center.

ALL BUILDINGS AND INDOOR BOOTHS INCLUDING THE ARTISAN MARKET, CLOSE TWO HOURS PRIOR TO FAIR GATES.

FAIR GATE HOURS:

Tues. 7/14 4pm-11pm **Event Center NOT open for Vendors**

Wed. 7/15 4pm-11pm

Thur. 7/16 4pm-11pm

Fri. 7/17 11am-Midnight

Sat. 7/18 11am-Midnight

Sun. 7/19 11am-7pm

Fair Center Stage Performer

Deadline: Jun 30, 2026

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Thank you for your interest in performing at the Jackson County Fair. We are always on the lookout for top-notch talent! Please take a moment to introduce yourself and your musical act by providing the requested information on the form below. All entertainment is determined by the Expo’s Entertainment Committee, which meets periodically throughout the year. *If determined to be a good fit for an event, we will reach out via the email you have provided. Filling out this application does not guarantee a contract with the Jackson County Fair, Thanks again for your interest!

2026 Expo's Got Talent

Deadline: Jul 01, 2026

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JACKSON COUNTY FAIR

Expo's Got Talent

TALENT SHOW

Have you ever dreamed of making it on the BIG stage?

Apply NOW for your chance to showcase your talent on the Center Stage at the 2026 Jackson County Fair!

The Talent Show will be held Thursday - Saturday July 16-18, 2026 (times TBD). The winner of each night will advance and perform at the finals to be held on Saturday July 18, 2026 where the WINNER will be announced!

$1,000 worth of cash prizes and a guaranteed spot to perform at the 2027 Jackson County Fair.

Simply provide the link to your submission video in the application.

This submission is your audition. Please provide the requested information on the form below in order for your submission to be accepted.

2026 Rules and Regulations:

Age: The show is open to all ages
Solo vs Group Acts: Compete as an individual, as a group act or both.
Talent Types: Talents may include (but not limited to) singing, dancing, instrumental music, magic, comedy, juggling, martial arts; etc. NO LIP-SYNCHING
Time Limits: Recommended length is 3 minutes; acts will have a maximum of 5 minutes to complete their performance
Props & Costumes: Acts are responsible for supplying their own costumes, props, background music etc. There are no dressing rooms available.
Content Restrictions: Profanity, insensitive subject matter, and explicit content is strictly prohibited
Appropriateness: Performances should be appropriate for all age groups and safe in nature

This is a People’s Choice competition, so bring your biggest cheering section! Invite your friends, family, neighbors — even strangers! The more supporters you bring, the better. Audience members must be present to cast their vote.

In all cases, decisions of the judges are final.

Entrants must observe all applicable rules and regulations or be barred from the talent contest.

Jackson County Fair reserves the right to remove from the talent contest, any entrant not conforming to the rules and regulations or any entrant refusing to follow instructions of security or talent contest officials.

All Entertainment is determined by the Expo’s Entertainment Committee, which meets periodically throughout the year. *If determined to be a good fit for the event, we will reach out via the email you have provided. Thanks again for your interest!

Terms & Conditions

Please note: The Expo is not responsible for the safety of exhibits against theft, fire, robbery, accident, or any other cause, or for any injury that may arise to the employees or public in the leased area or to the exhibitors or their employees while on the Fairgrounds. We do not guarantee the exclusivity of your product. Vendor grants permission for their likeness, image and voice to be photographed and/ or recorded in any media and used by the Expo on behalf of the Jackson County Fair Board in any publications, media, or technology now known or hereafter developed in the future, for any lawful purpose whatsoever without further permission from the Vendor. Vendor understands they will not be further compensated further for use of the images or recordings. FOOD CONCESSIONS RULES AND REGULATIONS Read these rules and regulations carefully. If you have any questions, contact the Fairgrounds Office at (541) 774-8270 Permittee: PERMITTEE shall pay JCEP for the use of said premises per the agreement, 26% OF GROSS sales minus tips. A fully detailed report of all sales, including cash sales, must be provided to the Expo at the time of Event settlement. We accept debit or credit cards via Eventeny. Failure to properly report sales and provide the required accounting report at the time of settlement may affect future vending opportunities. · PERMITTEE will provide a Certificate of Insurance (COI) showing the required General Liability Coverage · PERMITTEE will provide a Jackson County Food Permit. PERMITTEE is required to keep the assigned area free of trash and debris. PERMITTEE will leave their area clean at the end of the event. Only items listed may be sold. Any additional items and/or deletions must be approved by JCEP. All products and their prices must be prominently displayed on professional-type signs. JCEP is contractually a Pepsi facility; only Pepsi products may be sold. Only paper/plastic products may be used for food/beverage. PERMITTEE will not be allowed to sell or sample any products containing alcohol. Documents meeting all requirements are due 30 days prior to the event. Use Agreement Insurance Jackson County Food Permit No marijuana or ingestible hemp items are allowed to be sold or sampled, nor are they allowed in any building or on the grounds of JCEP, including the parking area. “Marijuana items” means marijuana, cannabinoid products, cannabinoid concentrates and cannabinoid extracts. “Ingestible hemp items” including but not limited to any hemp products or by products that can be ingested or smoked. Tobacco items, including, but not limited to, cigarettes, cigars, pipes, chew snuff, electronic cigarettes and smokeless tobacco, cannot be used within any facility on the grounds at JCEP. Insurance. Permittee shall, at its sole cost and expense, procure and maintain in full force through the term of this Agreement (including setup and teardown) comprehensive general liability insurance with coverage limits of at least $1,000,000 per occurrence; $2,000,000 aggregate for damage or injury to the Property, buildings or grounds of JCEP in the care, custody and control of Permittee, with each policy naming the Fair Board, Jackson County and its elected officials, officers, employees, agents and volunteers as additional insureds. Permittee’s name on such policies shall be the same as on this Agreement. The policies must obligate the issuing insurance company to provide at least 30 days prior written notice to the Fair Board before cancellation or change in coverage. Evidence of coverage and additional insured endorsement(s) must be provided to the Manager of JCEP at least 14 days prior to Permittee’s use of the Property. Failure to meet any of these insurance mandates shall constitute a material breach of this Agreement by Permittee and the Fair Board may, at its discretion, terminate this Agreement. Indemnity. Permittee shall indemnify, hold harmless, and defend, the Fair Board, Jackson County and its elected officials, officers, employees, agents and volunteers from and against any and all claims, suits, actions, losses, damages, liabilities, costs or expenses (including reasonable attorney fees and costs, whether or not incurred in litigation) on account of personal injury, death or damage to or loss of property or profits resulting from or arising out of, in whole or in part, any act, omission, negligence, fault, threat to safety of person or property at JCEP, or violation of law or ordinance by Permittee or any person entering JCEP or the Property with the implied or express permission or invitation of Permittee. For purposes of this section, Permittee’s obligations include, but is not limited to, acts, omissions or negligence of Permittee, its members, officers, employees, agents, independent contractors, exhibitors, invitees, customers or other participants. Neither Permittee nor any claims representative or attorney engaged by Permittee shall defend the claim in the name of the Fair Board, Jackson County and its elected officials, officers, employees, agents and volunteers without first receiving from Jackson County Counsel, in a form and manner determined appropriate by the Jackson County Counsel, authority to act as legal counsel for the Fair Board, Jackson County and its elected officials, officers, employees, agents and volunteers, nor shall Permittee settle any claim on behalf of the Fair Board, Jackson County and its elected officials, officers, employees, agents and volunteers without the approval of Jackson County. The Fair Board, Jackson County and its elected officials, officers, employees, agents and volunteers shall have no liability to Permittee or its members, employees, agents, independent contractors, participants, exhibitors or invitees for any injury, loss, or damage caused by third parties or by any condition of the Property, except to the extent solely caused by the Fair Board’s gross negligence. Force Majeure. A “Force Majeure Occurrence” is an occurrence that a party cannot reasonably control, including but not limited to (a) acts of God; (b) flood, fire (including wildfire and/or wildfire smoke), earthquake or explosion; (c) war (whether war is declared or not), invasion, hostilities, terrorist threats or acts, riot or other civil unrest; (d) government order, action or law; (e) actions, embargoes or blockades in effect on or after the date of this contract; (f) national, regional, or local emergency, including epidemic or pandemic; or (g) strikes, labor stoppages or slowdowns or other industrial disturbances. If JCEP cannot perform its obligations under this Agreement because of a Force Majeure Occurrence, JCEP may terminate this Agreement upon written notice to Permittee and shall give Permittee a refund of any amounts previously paid by Permittee to JCEP under this Agreement, and Permittee and JCEP agree that neither party shall have any further obligations under this Agreement. If Permittee has used and occupied the Property prior to such termination, Permittee shall pay for the use of the Property up to the time of such termination. By submitting this form, you agree to the terms and conditions of the Jackson County Expo Park

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