For Production of the 2026 Rodeo at the Southwest Washington Fair

The Southwest Washington Fair is seeking an experienced Rodeo Producer to provide a high-quality, family-friendly rodeo performance during the 2026 Fair. This RFP invites qualified producers to submit proposals for a two-day rodeo event that aligns with fair operations, community expectations, and industry standards.

Our goal is to partner with a producer who can deliver an engaging, well-managed, and safe rodeo experience featuring traditional rodeo events, strong production value, and smooth coordination with fair staff and volunteers. Producers are encouraged to propose their best approach, including event structure, production elements, and scheduling options.

This project is an opportunity to showcase top-tier regional rodeo talent while supporting long-standing local traditions, fair programming, and community engagement.

The Southwest Washington Fair is the largest annual event in Lewis County and a long-standing community tradition. Rodeo has been a key component of fair week for many years, attracting families, visitors, and rodeo fans from across the region.

As part of our regular procurement process, the County is issuing this Request for Proposals to identify qualified Rodeo Producers interested in providing a high-quality rodeo experience during the Fair. This process ensures transparency, encourages competition, and allows producers the opportunity to present their best concepts, scheduling options, and production approaches.

The County values the strong history of rodeo at the Southwest Washington Fair and is committed to selecting a partner who can continue building on that success, support a safe and enjoyable event, and work collaboratively with Fair staff and volunteers.