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• Western Fairs Association Feature Fair Tour - Deschutes County Fair & Rodeo

  • Start
    08/01/2025
  •  
    5:30 PM
  • End
    08/03/2025
  •  
    12:00 PM
  • Location
    Deschutes County Fair & Expo Center - 3800 SW Airport Wy, Redmond

  
  

  The Western Fairs Association Feature Fair Tour is your opportunity to recharge ideas and connections by getting an insider’s look at a cutting-edge fair! Join fellow WFA members as you dive into what makes a fair truly standout, connect with the host fair's team, and enjoy unforgettable entertainment as you unwind and recharge as honored guests.
  

  Join Western Fairs Association Chair Bob Batista, along with the team from Western Fairs Association as we head to the Deschutes County Fair & Rodeo, August 1-3, 2025 for an All Access, VIP, Behind the Scenes Tour of the Deschutes County Fair & Rodeo.

  You won't want to miss this exclusive tour and membership opportunity. Register today at https://www.westernfairs.org/p/attend/featurefairtour

  OFA Members: use promo code WFAOFA20 for $20 off — valid for both the Saturday-only and full three-day registrations.

  AGENDA

  Friday, August 1, 2025

  Arrival at 5:30 PM

  Meet and Greet

  6:30 PM: Welcome Reception on Ultra Deck

  8:00 PM: Concert: Diplo presents Thomas Wesley

  Saturday, August 2, 2025

  9:00 AM: Morning Staff Meeting

  10:00 AM Legislative Success & Oregon Fair College Project

  2:30 PM: Master Plan Presentation

  4:00 PM: Grounds Tour with Fair Staff and Board Member

  5:30PM: Preview D.C. Youth Livestock Auction & Rodeo Changeover

  7:00 PM: VIP Reception and Championship Rodeo Performance in the VIP Gold Buckle Lounge

  Sunday, August 3, 2025

  8:00 AM: World Famous Buckaroo Breakfast

  10:00 AM: Final Educational Sessions

  Depart at 12:00 PM

  
  

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• OFA Membership & Board of Directors at the Oregon State Fair

  • When
    08/26/2025
  •  
    11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
  • Location
    Oregon State Fair and Exposition Center Floral Garden - 2330 17th St NE, Salem
  • Registered
    5 registrants

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  Annual OFA Day at the Oregon State Fair!

  Tuesday, August 26, 2025

  in partnership with Western Fairs Association

  10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
  Oregon Fair Managers Only Roundtable

  11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
  OFA Membership & Board of Directors Hosted Luncheon

  1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. 
  Enjoy the Oregon State Fair!

  4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
  Western Fairs Association Hosted Happy Hour Member Mixer

  All Events In Person

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• 2025 Oregon Fairgrounds College - Session 6

  • Start
    09/25/2025
  •  
    11:00 AM
  • End
    09/26/2025
  •  
    12:00 PM
  • Location
    Baker County Fairgrounds Conference & Event Center - 2600 East Street, Baker City
  • Registered
    5 registrants

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  SESSION 6 will focus on animal disease preparedness, animal welfare, vet checks, 4H/FFA, and consumer protection.

  AGENDA

  • Thursday, September 25
  • • 10:30AM-11:00AM - OFA Fair Managers Only Roundtable Discussion
    • 11:00AM-12:00PM - OFA Board of Directors & Membership Meeting 
    • 12:00PM-1:00PM - Hosted Lunch
    • 1:00PM-5:00PM - Classroom Session
    • 5:00PM-8:00PM - No-Host Networking Dinner
    • Recommended Hotel: TBD
  • Friday, September 26
  • • 8:00AM-12:00PM - Classroom Session

  What is the goal of Oregon Fair College?
  Educate New and Re-Educate Experienced Fair Managers, Staff, and Board Members on basic fair and fairgrounds operations and best practices in Oregon.

  2025 Dates

  • Monday, February 3-Tuesday, February 4 - Oregon State Fair & Expo Center, Salem
  • Thursday, March 20-Friday, March 21 - Clackamas County Fair & Event Center, Canby
  • Thursday, April 24-Friday, April 25 - Jefferson County Event Complex, Madras
  • Thursday, May 29-Friday, May 30 - Eastern Oregon Trade & Event Center, Hermiston
  • Thursday, June 26-Friday, June 27 - Douglas County Fairgrounds Complex & Speedway, Roseburg
  • Thursday, September 25-Friday, September 26 - Baker County Fairgrounds Conference & Event Center, Baker City
  • Thursday, October 16-Saturday, October 18 - Graduation during OFA Annual Convention at Westside Commons Wingspan Event & Conference Center, Hillsboro

  Graduation/Attendance Requirements

  All sessions will be in-person only without a virtual option in order to promote networking among members. OFA members may attend individual sessions, but in order to graduate, attendance requirements listed below based on a 1-year or 2-year track are required.

  • Valedictorian Graduate with Honors (1-year): Attend all 6 fairgrounds college sessions and the OFA annual convention in person within the same year to earn Valedictorian Graduate with Honors status.
  • Salutatorian Graduate (1-year): Attend at least 5 of the 6 fairgrounds college sessions and the OFA annual convention in person within the same year to earn Salutatorian Graduate status.
  • Graduate (2-year): Attend all 6 of the fairgrounds college sessions and the OFA annual convention in person within a two year period to earn Graduate Status.

  Registration Fee

  FAIRS/FAIRGROUNDS Managers/Staff/Board Members: Each session will allow one individual from each fair/fairgrounds to attend for free. Additional attendees at the same session will be $50 per person. Please register separately for each session.

  SERVICE MEMBERS: One Service Member is also allowed to attend each session for free - Please check with Service Member Directors Pat Wood or Courtney Latham prior to registering. Please register separately for each session.

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• 2025 OFA CONVENTION

  • Start
    10/16/2025
  • End
    10/18/2025
  • Location
    Westside Commons (Washington County Fairgrounds) 801 NE 34th Ave., Hillsboro, OR 97124
  • Registered
    6 registrants

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