Benton Franklin Fair & Rodeo
August 25 - 29, 2026 | Benton County Fairgrounds
For over 75 years, the Benton Franklin Fair & Rodeo has been the grand finale of summer in the Tri-Cities. Some may even refer to it as the "Best Week of Summer," with exciting kick-off events and five days of fun activities, including a rodeo, carnival, and live musical performances. This fair is cherished as a community tradition.
Take advantage of the last bit of summer fun before the first day of school and connect with friends old and new at the Benton Franklin Fair & Rodeo!
Admission
Gate Admission
Pricing for the 2026 fair is as follows:
- Adult (ages 13–64): $17.00
- Senior (65+): $6.00
- Youth (ages 6–12): $6.00
Each ticket covers single-day admission and can be used on any one day of the fair.
Carnival Wristbands
A pre-fair carnival wristband is $41.50. Buyers bring their voucher to a Davis Shows NW Carnival ticket booth at the fair to pick up the physical wristband. Note that this price does not include general admission into the fair.
Concerts
Reserved concert seating ranges from $33.00 to $66.00 (El Jerry, Gerardo Coronel starts at $23.00). Concert tickets don't include fair admission, so you will need a separate gate ticket to attend. Gates open at 7pm for all shows, with performances at 7:45pm.
Demolition Derby
Tickets go on sale now, no fair admission required.
Horse Heaven Round-Up Rodeo
Rodeo tickets go on sale in late summer 2026.
Parking
Daily parking in the main lot is $17.00 and valid for any one day of the fair, August 22–29.
Know Before You Go
All ticket sales are final. No refunds will be provided, whether purchased online or at the box office. Tickets bought directly through the official fair website are the only ones guaranteed to be valid.
Events & Attractions
Grand Parade
Date & Time: Saturday, August 22 | 10am-12pm
Location: Downtown Kennewick
Celebrate the spirit of the local community at the Benton County Fair Grand Parade. Join in the parade procession or relax in a lawn chair and enjoy the festivities.
Demolition Derby
Date & Time: Saturday, August 22 | 5:30pm
Location: Speck Dealerships Arena
Gear up for heart-pounding action at the Benton County Fair's Demolition Derby, where fearless racers go head-to-head, pushing the limits of speed and skill as they collide and crash their way to victory in an adrenaline-fueled spectacle of automotive mayhem.
Timed Event Slack
Date & Time: August 24-26 | 7am-12pm
Location: Speck Dealerships Arena
Preview the preliminary qualifying rounds held for timed rodeo events later in the week.
Horse Heaven Round Up Rodeo
Date & Time: August 25-29 | 7am-12pm
Location: Speck Dealerships Arena
Experience the electrifying Horse Heaven Round-Up, one of the premier rodeos in the Northwest and part of the Big 4 Rodeo Association, featuring exhilarating rodeo performances by top contestants from the U.S. and Canada.
Benton County Fair Exhibitions
Discover awe-inspiring displays of creativity as you explore the still-life art exhibitions showcasing the talents of local artists, while livestock exhibits showcase impressive farm animals
Mutton Bustin’
Don't be sheepish and step right up. Bring your aspiring mutton busters as they wrangle and ride just like their favorite rodeo stars. 15 lucky contestants will compete per night, ages ranging between 4 and 6 years old. Helmets and vests will be provided, but full western attire is required!
Hometown Makers Market
Showcasing local entrepreneurs, small businesses, and artisans, the Hometown Makers Market highlights a variety of vendors selling goods. Grab something for yourself, pick up a gift for a friend, or try something new when you visit the Makers Market.
Summer Concert Series
Tuesday, August 25
Brantley Gilbert
Wednesday, August 26
Skillet
Thursday, August 27
Lee Brice
Friday, August 28
The Art of Rap
Saturday, August 29
El Jerry, Gerardo Coronel
For more information and to purchase tickets, visit BentonFranklinFair.com.