County Fair Guide

Gold Country Fair

Auburn, California

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2026 Dates

September 10–13, 2026

Duration

4 days

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Size

small

Visitor Tips

Auburn is the gateway to Lake Tahoe and the Sierra Nevada — the fair is a great starting point for a Gold Country weekend.

What to Expect

Expect livestock judging, 4-H competitions, carnival rides, local Gold Country food and craft vendors, and the vibrant community spirit of Auburn's foothills culture.

About Gold Country Fair

Every year, Auburn hosts the Gold Country Fair, which is a four-day September fair in the gateway to the northern Sierra Nevada, celebrating the agricultural and mining heritage of Placer County's foothills.

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