Oregon Fairs Association

03/13/2026

03/12/2026

Thank you to new OFA member Paul Kincaid from Live Sound and Light for teaching at Fairgrounds College today!

03/12/2026

Thank you to service members Joe Stoddard and Brad Tylman for presenting at today’s Fairgrounds College session!

12/19/2025

We need your help! Oregon is considering budget reductions that could significantly impact education programs like Oregon FFA, agricultural education, and Career & Technical Education (CTE). At the same time, funding continues for many other statewide initiatives, while programs that help students develop real-world skills are at risk of being reduced or eliminated.

FFA currently serves more than 15,000 Oregon students, with participation growing more than 50% in the past six years. Students collectively complete over 600,000 hours each year in supervised agricultural projects that help prepare them for careers, leadership, and community service. These are exactly the kinds of opportunities Oregon students need more of.

If these reductions move forward, it will have a direct impact on classrooms, educators, and students across Oregon who rely on FFA, Summer Ag Education Grants, and CTE Pathway Grants to learn, grow, and build their futures.

Please sign now to encourage the Joint Ways and Means Committee to continue funding Oregon FFA!

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11/18/2025

Congratulations to Clackamas County Fair & Event Center Board Chair Matt Bunch for being appointed State Representative!

I’m honored to share that I’ve been unanimously appointed to serve House District 51 in the Oregon Legislature.

Thank you to the PCPs who nominated me and to the Clackamas County Commissioners for their vote of confidence. I'm ready to get to work for the people of Canby, Sandy, Estacada, and rural Clackamas County. Let’s go!

10/21/2025

NICA still has first timers scholarships available! This affordable conference offers 2+ days of non-stop vendor education sessions, networking, and fun!

2025 First-Timer’s Convention Scholarship Have you always wanted to attend a NICA Convention but just haven’t committed to it? Whether it be because of expense, timing, or any other reason, the NICA Foundation is here to help get you there! It is with much excitement that we announce this year.....

09/26/2025

Thank you to the Baker County Fairgrounds, Conference, & Event Center for hosting Fairgrounds College this week!

09/20/2025

⚒ 💡Calling all fairgrounds crews and operations pros - It's not too late to register for the Fairgrounds Maintenance & Operations program at the upcoming OFA Convention!

This is your chance to roll up your sleeves, connect with peers, swap ideas, and pick up new tricks to keep your fairgrounds running at their best. From hands-on demos to friendly competition, you won't want to just hear about it - ✅register now and be part of the action!

www.oregonfairs.org/p/jobs/maintenance-mania

09/19/2025

⏰The countdown is on - less than 30 days until the 2025 Oregon Fairs Association Convention!🎉
Don't miss the chance to connect, learn, and celebrate with industry professionals from across the region.

✨Sessions are packed with expertise
✨A vibrant tradeshow and buying opportunities
✨Networking you won't want to miss!

✅Secure your spot today - register now at www.oregonfairs.com

09/13/2025

📣Friday flight plan update!🗺
Kathy Kramer from the Central Washington State Fair is bringing her expertise and insights on sponsorships, media, and marketing to the 2025 Oregon Fairs Association Convention! Four powerhouse session to help your fair soar to new heights!🚀 You don't want to miss this, register at www.oregonfairs.org

09/12/2025

✨ ✨ Looking back at the energy, connections, and showcases from past OFA Tradeshows has us even more excited for what’s coming this year! From new ideas on the floor to live entertainment and great conversations, the tradeshow is always a highlight of convention! 🎉

📸 Here’s a peek at past years—who’s ready to discover, connect, and be inspired at the 2025 OFA Tradeshow? Register now 👉www.oregonfairs.org

09/10/2025

✨ 𝐆𝐞𝐭 𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐲 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐡𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧! ✨
Join us at the Annual OFA Banquet for a night of celebration:
🥂 Honoring our Past Presidents
🏆 Presenting the Industry Awards
🎉 Bidding in the always-lively Scholarship Auction

It’s an evening of pride, recognition, and fun—all while raising funds that keep our fair family strong for years to come. Don’t miss it!

Register now at www.oregonfairs.org