Raw States

Washington County Fair

Brenham, TX · Festival

When

September 11–19, 2026

Where

Washington County Fairgrounds, 1305 E Blue Bell Rd · Brenham · TX

Cost

Not confirmed

Status

Confirmed from the organizer's published schedule

Brenham has held this county fair since 1868, making it the oldest continuously run county fair in Texas. The 2026 edition, its 157th, runs nine days on the Washington County Fairgrounds with a rodeo, livestock shows, a carnival midway, and live entertainment.

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