100 yrs The Tradition Lives on
History
The first talk of having a Greenlee County Fair was in the spring of 1916, but no one wanted to bother with it, even though several men thought it would be a good idea to have a fair. In the spring of 1918, the Greenlee County Fair was brought up again, but because of WWI the idea was shot down for a second time. However, because of a persistent county agent and supportive community members, the first Greenlee County Fair was held on October 25, 1919. The Fair was located at the Union High School and lasted only one day. It is believed that there were approximately two to three thousand attendants who viewed the exhibits and attended the sporting events. A few examples of the exhibits that could be seen at the first Greenlee County Fair were corn, fruit, and chrysanthemums.
By 1922, a piece of land consisting of 40 1/2 acres was purchased for the location of the Greenlee County Fair. The land had been cleared and leveled, two exhibition buildings constructed, 55 standard poultry coops obtained, as well as numerous other improvements. Each year, the County Fair continued to grow. According to the 1925 County Extension Agent, Jean Miller, “The Greenlee County Fair is recognized as the biggest and most beneficial celebration we have…” (Greenlee County Agents Annual Reports. 1916-1932, U of A).
SEPTEMBER 19-22, 2024
The Fair is scheduled for the third full weekend in the month of September; September 19-22.
Activities and Schedules will be posted throughout the year. As we all have been faced with a change in daily habits and lifestyle, we too at Greenlee County Fairgrounds are adapting as much as possible and planning for the 2024 Fair. Due to the COVID Pandemic everyday things have changed. Currently our facilities are open for public use. Please call the office for more information 928-359-2032.
Vendor Information
We hope to have them available soon. All Applications for vendors will be due no later than August 05, 2024.
Vendor Applications are available at the fairgrounds office or call for it to be sent by email 928-359-2032.
Entertaiment Information
INTERESTED IN BEING AN ENTERTAINER AT THE 2024 FAIR?
CONTACT THE OFFICE 928-359-2032 TO HAVE YOUR INFORMATION ADDED TO BE CONSIDERED