Posted on: July 24, 2019
The Adams County Fair is right around the corner. Have you made your plans yet? Don’t miss out on a variety of great activities for all ages July 31-Aug. 4 at Riverdale Regional Park, 9755 Henderson Rd., Brighton.
Adams County Fair Parade – Saturday, July 27
The Adams County Fair Parade is returning to Main Street in Historic Downtown Brighton on Saturday, July 27, 9:30 a.m.
United Power Grandstand Events
Wednesday, July 31
- Free concert featuring Dylan Scott with Morgan Evans, 8 p.m.
Thursday, Aug. 1
- Professional Bull Riding, 5 p.m.
- Concert featuring Aaron Watson with Ned LeDoux presented by The Colorado Lottery, 8 p.m.
Friday, Aug. 2
- Demolition Derby and fireworks presented by iHeart Radio and Tri-State Energy, 7 p.m.
Saturday, Aug. 3
- NSPA Truck Pull presented by Ward Electric and Ward Engineering, 7 p.m.
Sunday, Aug. 4 – Dia de la Familia
- Charreada, 3 p.m.
- Concert featuring La Original Banda El Limon presented by Univision and La Tricolor, following Charreada
Senior Day – Thursday, Aug. 1
Senior Day at the fair begins at 10 a.m. on Thursday, Aug. 1, in the Waymire Dome. Guests 55+ can indulge in a farm-to-table lunch, experience the fair, and enjoy a line-up of events especially for them. No registration is required.
9News Kids Day – Friday, Aug. 2
Join us for 9News Kids Day at the Adams County Fair on Friday, Aug. 2, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Discounted carnival armbands are available for purchase until 3 p.m. (valid until 4 p.m.). Hang out with your favorite home team mascots, including Rocky, Bernie, and Dinger, and learn dance moves from the Broncos cheerleaders. Also take advantage of the free Water World Kids Zone.
Budweiser Entertainment Stage
Contests and Competitions
Funnel Cake 5K Race and 1-Mile Fun Run – Saturday, Aug. 3
Support Adams County foster kids by participating in the Funnel Cake 5K Race & 1-Mile Fun Run on Saturday, Aug. 3. The 5K race starts at 7:30 a.m. followed by the Fun Run at 8 a.m. Register now.
Brunch Yoga – Saturday, Aug. 3
Enjoy sun salutations, child’s pose, downward facing dog, and more at Brunch Yoga. The class starts at 10 a.m. and includes a catered brunch buffet and beverages—both nonalcoholic and alcoholic. The cost is $20. Register now.
Cornhole Competition – Saturday, Aug. 3
Register with a partner and join us for cornhole in the park. The competition begins at 12 p.m.
Free Off-Site Shuttle Service and Parking
A free shuttle service to and from the fair is offered Thursday-Sunday at the following locations:
Prairie View High School
12909 E. 120th Ave., Henderson
Shuttle runs approximately every 20 minutes.
Shadow Ridge Middle School
12551 Holly St., Thornton
Shuttle runs approximately every 15 minutes.
Brighton High School
270 S. 8th Ave., Brighton
Shuttle runs approximately every 30 minutes.
- Wednesday: 5 p.m.-midnight
- Thursday: 3 p.m.-midnight
- Friday: 3 p.m.-midnight
- Saturday: noon-midnight
- Sunday: noon-midnight
Use Lyft and enjoy 50% off your first ride to or from Riverdale Regional Park during the Adams County Fair. Download the app, tap the menu icon in the upper left corner, and tap promos. Enter the code ADAMSCOFAIR and then request a ride. Lyft drivers will pick up and drop off at the same locations as the shuttles.
View the 2019 Media Kit for more information or visit adamscountyfair.com.
Posted on: February 6, 2024
Adams County Health Department (ACHD) Supports Colorado Department of Public Health & Environment’s Recent Action to Protect Clean Air for All
Today, the Colorado Department of Public Health & Environment (CDPHE) announced the largest state enforcement package against a single facility for air pollution violations to Suncor refinery in Commerce City. Suncor must pay at least $10.5 million toward penalties and projects due to air pollution violations from July 2019 through June 2021. This action is a step toward holding Suncor more accountable for past violations and requires the refinery to take steps to prevent future violations.
Posted on: January 9, 2024
Commissioner Emma Pinter Elected Board Chair for 2024
Commissioner Eva Henry Selected as Vice-Chair
On Tuesday, Jan. 9, the Adams County Board of Commissioners unanimously elected Commissioner Emma Pinter as board chair for 2024. Pinter first took office to represent District 4 as commissioner in 2019 and won re-election in 2022.
Posted on: December 28, 2023
Adams County, VOA Colorado, DRCOG, and Senior Hub Seek Volunteers to Deliver Meals to Older Adults
The nonprofit Senior Hub recently reported it was running out of funds to continue supporting its Meals on Wheels program in Adams County. To ensure Senior Hub’s existing clients continue to receive meal delivery services, Adams County has partnered with Senior Hub, Volunteers of America Colorado (VOA Colorado), and Denver Regional Council of Governments (DRCOG) to fund emergency meals while a long-term strategy is developed to continue these services for older adults into the new year.
Posted on: December 19, 2023
Governor Polis Orders Flags to Fly Half Staff to Honor Justice Sandra Day O’Connor
DENVER - Governor Polis ordered flags to be flown at half-staff on all public buildings to honor Justice Sandra Day O’Connor, the first woman on the Nation’s highest court as directed by President Biden. Flags should be at half-staff from midnight Monday, Dec. 18, to sunset Tuesday, Dec. 19, 2023. Governor Polis previously released a statement on the passing of Justice Sandra Day O’Connor.
The text of President Biden’s proclamations reads:
Posted on: December 12, 2023
Adams County Commissioners Award More Than $8 Million in Open Space Grants
On Tuesday, Dec. 12, the Adams County Board of Commissioners (BoCC) awarded more than $8 million in open space grants for 16 projects thanks to the voter-approved Open Space Sales Tax. Funding for the fall 2023 grant cycle came from revenues from the first half of the 2023 Adams County Open Space Sales Tax, which was passed by Adams County voters in 1999, and in perpetuity in 2020.
Posted on: December 7, 2023
Governor Polis Orders Flags to Fly at Half-Staff For Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day
DENVER - Governor Polis ordered flags to be flown at half-staff from sunrise to sunset on Thursday, December 7, 2023, in honor of the Americans who died in service of their country at Pearl Harbor, as directed by President Biden.
President Biden’s proclamation reads:
Posted on: December 5, 2023
Governor Polis Orders Flags to be Lowered to Honor Sergeant Michael Moran
DENVER - Governor Polis ordered flags to be lowered to half-staff Wednesday, Dec. 6, 2023, to honor Sergeant Michael Moran, who was killed in the line of duty last week. Flags should be lowered Dec. 6, the day of the service, from sunrise to sunset on all public buildings statewide.
Posted on: November 21, 2023
Governor Polis Orders Flags to be Lowered to Half Staff in Remembrance of First Lady Rosalynn Carter
DENVER - Governor Polis ordered flags to be lowered to half-staff on all public buildings in honor and remembrance of First Lady Rosalynn Carter as proclaimed by President Biden. Flags should be lowered beginning on Saturday, November 25, 2023, until sunset on the day of the funeral which will be held on Wednesday, November 29, 2023.
The President’s full proclamation text states:
Posted on: November 16, 2023
Adams County Celebrates National Adoption Day
On Thursday, Nov. 16, 18 children in Adams County welcomed a new start on National Adoption Day. A special celebration took place at the Adams County Justice Center, 1100 Judicial Center Dr., Brighton.
The Board of County Commissioners, Human Services Department, and the 17th Judicial District hosted the adoptive families. Adams County projects a total of 130 adoptions will be finalized by the end of the year.
Posted on: October 31, 2023
