The Cowlitz County Fair is the place where excitement, fun, and tradition collide! Held every summer in Longview, Washington, this is your chance to experience the best of fair food, heart-pounding rides, and unforgettable entertainment, all in one place. Whether you're an adrenaline junkie looking to conquer the rides, a foodie on a quest for classic fair treats, or just ready to kick back and enjoy live music, the Cowlitz County Fair has it all!
Feel the rush as you take on thrilling carnival games and watch jaw-dropping competitions. Check out the incredible local talent and farm animals at the heart of our community, and dive into a vibrant mix of arts, crafts, and unique exhibits. From sweet treats to sizzling BBQ, we’ve got the flavors you’ve been craving. Commercial and craft vendor galore with much to explore!
It’s more than just a fair – it’s an adventure, a celebration, and the ultimate summer hangout! So grab your friends, bring the whole family, and get ready for a non-stop blast at the Cowlitz County Fair. We can’t wait to see you there!
Fair 2026 - July 22, 23, 24 & 25
Thunder Mt Pro Rodeo - July 23, 24 & 25
KUKN Country Concert - July 22
Crafted Brew Fest is a celebration that brings craft beers from around the Northwest and beyond to the Civic Circle in Longview, WA on Saturday, October 7th. You will be able to enjoy Fresh Hop beers, great tasting food from local vendors, amazing items from our marketplace vendors all while listening to great music and enjoying different game activities. All proceeds from Crafted Brew Fest go to the Rotary Club of Longview’s service projects
Hearts of Horror Haunted Valentine's Experience is rising again Feb 13 and 14.
Four blackout haunts. Live monsters. Fire and sliders melting the shadows.
Your candle won’t save you but it’ll look cute while you scream.
Kelso Highlander Festival
Tam O'Shanter Park
Kelso, WA 98626
When: September 14th & 15th 2024
Experience a whole weekend of Scottish & Celtic culture, with the Avenue of Clans, Scottish craft & food vendors, Scottish music & dancing, as well as Highland Games.
Saturday, September 14th, 2024
At beautiful Tam O'Shanter Park September 2024 the festivities begin. At 9:00 am the Highland Dance Competition. and Highland Games begin. At 10:00 am please join us for the annual Highlander Festival Parade. Also beginning at 10:00 am join us for the Kelso Garden Club Flower Show "Journey Through The Highlands". At 11:00 the Silent Auction begins. At 12:30 the Opening Ceremonies & Parade of Clans begins on the field. The Silent Auction ends at 4:00. The entertainment continues all day Saturday with music by: Beltaine and pipe bands from Ft. Vancouver and Tacoma Scots. This is located under the covered area.
Sunday, September 15th, 2024
At 8:00 AM please join us for the Kirkin' of the Tartan Worship Service at Tam O'Shanter Park and again at 11:00 AM at the Kelso Methodist Presbyterian Church in Kelso at 206 Cowlitz Way. There will be a bagpiper and a Highland Dancer performing.
The Highland Games will begin at the park at 9:00 AM with those hardy lads and lasses tossing the caber and throwing the stone. There will be entertainment in the afternoon at the park with the Wicked Tinkers, and Beltaine.
The Kilted Klassic Golf Tournament at Three Rivers Golf Course will be held on July 31st. Contact Mike Fowler 360-749-4925 if interested
The Longview Squirrel Fest is the first of its kind on the West Coast and in the Mount St. Helens region! We're nuts over this one-day festival in honor or our furry friends. Launching the first Longview Squirrel Fest was a dream of a local group, The idea came from the Sandbaggers who helped build and maintains the Nutty Narrows Bridge on the Civic Circle in Longview, they wanted a fun event that would be nutty enough for everyone from age 2 to 102.
The Civic Circle is transformed into an all-day venue of fun, games, and music for the whole family to enjoy.
Kids 5 k Run
Go Nutty Squirrel Fest Parade
Craft Vendors
Food Vendors
Kids Games & Activities
Karaoke
Beer & Wine Garden
Main Stage - Musical Entertainment
Event: August - Third Saturday each year
sQuatch Fest 2025
You can expect world renowned Speakers, Authors and Researchers along with Brew Mountain that will be serving some of Washington’s finest beers. The Kids Cave will be back with even more for the children to do and don’t forget the fantastic vendors where you can find some one of a kind items. Stay tuned for updates.
Event Location: Cowlitz County Event Center
Date: January 24, from 2 pm to 9 pm & January 25, from 9 am to 8 pm
Hosted by: Kelso Longview Chamber of Commerce
The Unique Tin car show and Cruise has become one of the premier car shows in the northwest. We are the second or third largest event in Cowlitz County and bring 500 or more classic and performance cars to the area every August. We provide a fun and profitable show for the local economy, give support to local charities and businesses, and manage to enjoy doing it. We hope to continue for years to come.
When: August 26th, 2023
Location: Cowlitz County Event Center
1900 7th Avenue
Longview, WA 98632
For the last 20+ years the Untouchables Car Club has hosted their car show in historic downtown Kalama on the third Sunday in August. Good weather usually prevails and the show averages well over 300 cars per year. The Kalama Chamber of Commerce helps to put the event on. It's a great day of fun in downtown Kalama.
Proceeds sponsor scholarships to Lower Columbia College for our local High School Graduates and the needy in our local community.
When: Third Sunday in August each year
Date: Sunday, August 19th
Time: 7 am to 3 pm
Location: Kalama WA