County Fair Guide

Chouteau County Fair

Fort Benton, Montana

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2026 Dates

August 13–16, 2026

Duration

4 days

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Size

small

The Fair

The Chouteau County Fair in Fort Benton is a four-day August celebration in the birthplace of Montana, where the Missouri River's navigable terminus once made it the world's innermost port.

Local Tips

Fort Benton is the birthplace of Montana and one of the West's most historically significant river towns — the Lewis and Clark expedition camped here and the fur trade era is beautifully preserved.

What You'll Find There

Expect livestock judging, 4-H competitions, carnival rides, and the frontier heritage community spirit of one of Montana's most historically significant small cities.

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