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A timeline of Healdsburg Fair's history and a little bit about who we are. Experience Healdsburg Fair A celebration of small-town charm and agricultural spirit. History 1857 – May Day Festivals Begin Healdsburg hosts May Day Festivals at what is now Oak Mound Cemetery. These early celebrations help establish the community’s tradition of springtime gatherings. 1859 – First Agricultural Fair The first agricultural fair in Sonoma County is held in Healdsburg by W. P. Ewing. Known as the Agricultural and Mechanic’s Society Fair, it takes place on land purchased from town founder Harmon Heald. 1948 – Early Youth Fair A small, informal fair for local youth is held near the American Legion Hall on Center Street, marking the beginnings of the fair we know and love today. 1950 – Official Founding of the HFFCF The Healdsburg Future Farmers Country Fair is officially established. 1956 – Move to Giorgi Park The fair relocates from Center Street to Giorgi Park (also known as Recreation Park), where it remains to this day. 1960s–Present – Growth & Tradition The fair grows into one of Healdsburg’s most beloved community events, dedicated to supporting agricultural education for local 4-H and FFA youth. Twilight Parade Tradition The Twilight Parade becomes the official kickoff to the fair, traditionally held the Thursday night before Memorial Day weekend. 2024 – Record-Breaking Year The Healdsburg Fair celebrates its 75th anniversary! Today The Healdsburg Fair continues as a cherished Memorial Day Weekend tradition, with all proceeds dedicated towards supporting local youth in agriculture.. Photo from Healdsburg Museum Archives Photo by HG Photography Board of Directors Executive Board Jess Ascoop Jared Beth Jacquie Rotlisberger Nick Dunkel Susie Garcia Tessa Fraguglia Margaret Basurto-Mercer Brad Peterson Rob Fraguglia General Board Ryan Basurto Lauren Biasotti Jack Brandt Casie Herron Katelyn Lagerquist Phil Manoukian Cort Munselle Kristen Munselle Ty O'Donnell Taylor Richardson Mary Rodger s Mikaela Saini Angie Sandoval Stephani Wright The HFFCF Board of Directors is made up of volunteers who dedicate their time and energy throughout the year to ensure the fair and related events and activities run smoothly. If you are interested in joining our team of directors to help execute and shape the events and opportunities available to support our local youth in agriculture, please reach out to any board member. HFFCF Board meetings are held on the first Tuesday of every month @ 7pm. It's a worthy and rewarding endeavor -- and a lot of fun! Please contact us if you have any questions or concerns. HFFCF Bylaws 2025-2026 Committee List Junior Fair Board Healdsburg FFA Tatum Kiff Vinny Loupy Lily McAtee Alex Diaz Mia Halvorsen Augie Strode Lytton Springs 4-H Dillon Jocius Lala Luci Ella Bartolomei Tyler Fredson Jesse Koch Sienna McAtee Warm Springs 4-H Callan Munselle Annabelle Leffew Ava Rotlisberger Maysen Munselle Sidney Sheehy Alexander Valley 4-H Liberty Evans Zoe Zbinden Gateway 4-H Parker Biasotti Kenidee Newman

Healdsburg Fair -- a community tradition. 77 years and counting! Healdsburg Future Farmers Country Fair Please join us for Healdsburg’s most anticipated community event of the year on May 21st -23rd, 2026 as we celebrate 77 years of supporting our local youth in agriculture. Stay tuned for all the details to come — the Barn Dance, Fair schedule and entry information, the Twilight Parade, Livestock Auction, and so much more. Discover More May 21 - 23, 2026 THEME: "Sweet Home Healdsburg" 2026 Fair Schedule Coming Soon Photo credit: HG Photography UPCOMING EVENTS View All Events HFFCF Barn Dance 2026 April 18, 2026 6-10pm Alexander Valley Hall 5512 Highway 128 Geyserville, CA Fair Entries Due April 1, 2026 HFFCF Entry Forms Vine Pruning Clinic & Competion This year’s event was a success! Stay tuned for new dates next year…. HFFCF Horse Show Sunday, May 17th 8:30 am Hoofbeat Park Vine Pruning Rules & Entry Form Liability Release

The Healdsburg Fair wouldn't be possible without our sponsors! Sponsorship HFFCF Sponsors are central to the success and sustainability of the Healdsburg Fair! The generosity and support of local individuals, businesses, and organizations helps HFFCF provide local youth in agriculture with invaluable opportunities to showcase their projects each year. The Healdsburg Fair simply could not happen without the generosity of our sponsors, buyers, and community members. Thank you! Become a Sponsor Today 2025-2026 Fair Sponsors Platinum Gold Silver Bronze Auto Row Exhibit Sponsor Sir Rusty Parade Buyer's Lunch Wine Sponsors General Fair Friends of the Fair Become a Sponsor Sponsorship Levels & Benefits 2026 Naming Opportunities 2026 Sponsorship Form

Get your tickets and dust off your boots. We'll see you there! HFFCF Barn Dance April 18th, 2026 6-10pm Alexander Valley Hall 5512 Highway 128 Geyserville, CA 95441 Train Wreck Junction is back for 2026! Dust off your boots, grab your hat, and join us for a fun-filled evening in the beautiful Alexander Valley with entertainment by beloved local band, Train Wreck Junction. All proceeds benefit HFFCF in our mission to support local youth in agriculture. See you there!

HFFCF Vine Pruning Clinic & Competition Clinic: Saturday, January 10, 2026 @ 9am Competition: Saturday, January 17, 2026 @ 9am Meet @ Hoofbeat Park Entry forms due by January 8, 2026 Guardian(s) must be present to transport participant(s) to vineyard site. Participants will have an opportunity to demonstrate their vine pruning skills and compete for awards and prizes. The competition will be divided into four classes -- FFA Novice, FFA Senior, 4-H Novice, and 4-H Senior. Contestants will compete and be judged concurrently. Scores will then be separated according to classes listed above. Please refer to the entry form for complete details, rules, and contact information. We look forward to seeing our exhibitors shine! Vine Pruning Rules & Entry Form HFFCF Liability Release

Sir Rusty Raffle -- information and sponsors. Sir Rusty Raffle Enter to win one of three prizes: $500 gift certificate for Painted Hills Beef at Big John's Market OR $500 cash (donated by Thom Mauritson and Painted Hills Beef in memory of Joe Rochioli). 2 Available One choice-grade freezer ready lamb or $100 cash (donated by HFFCF) Tickets can be purchased from any HFFCF Exhibitor or Board Member, or at the Sir Rusty Booth during the Fair. Thank you for your support! We are truly grateful to each one of our generous Sir Rusty Sponsors: Painted Hills Beef Atlas Vineyard Management Costeaux French Bakery Mombo's Pizza Sonoma County Farm Bureau

Healdsburg's favorite event of the year! 77th Annual Twilight Parade May 21, 2025 @ 6pm Join us for one of Healdsburg's most beloved events! As locals say, "You're either in the parade or watching it." This long-standing event is one of the highlights of our fair. Fun for all ages! Parade Entry Form & Information 2026 Theme: "Sweet Home Healdsburg" Entry Form & Rules Parade Map Parade Lineup (Subject to change) COMING SOON For questions and/or further information please reach out to contacts listed on Entry Form.

Buyers Letter, Registration & Add-on Forms Buyer's Change Lives.... Our Buyers make an immeasurable impact on our youth participants. Sales through the auction help exhibitors recoup their expenses from the current year and purchase livestock for the following year. Exhibitors learn to run their own small businesses and gain valuable, real-world skills in accounting, marketing, sales, and more. Raising livestock teaches exhibitors the value of hard work, and builds their understanding of the principles of risk and reward. HFFCF Buyers make an investment in our youth and the future of agriculture in our community. Thank you for your incredible generosity and support! 2026 Buyers Letter Buyer Registration Form This form will become available at fair time. Auction Add-On Form This form will become available at fair time. 2025 List of Buyers

The Grand Finale of the Healdsburg Fair. Livestock Auction The Grand Finale of the Healdsburg Fair The HFFCF Livestock Auction is the crowning festivity of our fair and always a night to remember. The Healdsburg community has long demonstrated incredible generosity and support for our youth exhibitors. As the Auctioneer’s voice fills the arena and the paddles fly, you can feel the buzz and excitement in the air. The grandstands are packed with multiple generations of families, folks representing local businesses and organizations, community members, friends, and visitors alike — all there to offer a show of support for all the exhibitors who proudly showcase the projects they work so diligently on throughout the year. It’s an event you won’t want to miss! 2026 Buyers Letter Become a Buyer

All the basics for this year's Healdsburg Fair General Fair Info May 21st – 23rd, 2026 at Healdsburg Recreation Park (Corner of University and Piper) Free Admission Food * Entertainment * Games Livestock Shows & Auction * Still Exhibits & More Fair Dedicated to: Parade Dedicated to: Auction Dedicated to: "Sweet Home Healdsburg" 2026 Fair Schedule COMING SOON COMING SOON COMING SOON COMING SOON 2025-2026 HFFCF Rules Photos by HG Photography