County Fair Guide

Calcasieu-Cameron Parish Fair

Sulphur, Louisiana

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2026 Dates

September 4–6, 2026

Duration

4 days

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Size

small

What to Expect

Carnival rides, food vendors, a queens' pageant, multiple breeds of livestock shows, and a unique invitational bullfight that has become a signature Cal Cam attraction. Youth showcases featuring local school music groups, cheer teams, and dance performances round out the family entertainment.

About Calcasieu-Cameron Parish Fair

The Calcasieu-Cameron Parish Fair — known locally as the Cal Cam Fair — is a four-day southwest Louisiana tradition held in Sulphur each September. Serving the communities of both Calcasieu and Cameron parishes along the Gulf Coast, this fair blends agricultural heritage with the region's distinctive Cajun culture.

Visitor Tips

Held at the Cal Cam Fairgrounds at 401 Arena Road in Sulphur, in the Lake Charles metro area. The invitational bullfight is a distinctive regional tradition not found at most American county fairs — worth planning your visit around.

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