Umatilla County Fair

Kick-Off Parade

August 8th, 2026 at 6:30 PM


Click HERE for Parade Route

2026 Theme: Announced in January 2026

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The Umatilla County Fair Kick-Off Parade

August 8, 2026 at 6:30 PM

The Umatilla County Fair Kick-Off Parade is good old-fashioned family fun! It's also a great opportunity for entrants to show off their creative side. If you're interested in taking part, read the important information below. If you have any questions, feel free to give us a call.

Anyone wishing to sell or offer items along the parade route during the Umatilla County Fair Kick-Off Parade must obtain a permit through the fair office.

Send all inquiries to
fair@umatillacounty.gov

One of the best experience in Eastern Oregon. We've been going for over 20 years from the rides to the Farm City Rodeo!

-
Cesar Torres, Google Review

Parade Information

  • The Umatilla County Fair Kick-Off Parade is free to enter! 
  • Must be entered by July 15, 2025. Late entries will NOT be accepted.
  • Ribbons are awarded for first place in each judged division:
  • Overall Best Entry "Sweepstakes Award"
  • Theme Award "A Blue Ribbon Future"
  • Best Float
  • Best Equestrian
  • Best Motorized
  • Best Royalty
  • Best Dance
  • Best Bands & Music
  • Best Non-Float
  • First-place ribbons are awarded in all divisions and will be available 2 weeks after the fair at the fair office. Please call (541) 567-6121 before pick-up.
  • Space is limited. The first 110 entries will be accepted.

2026 TICKETS COMING SOON!

2025 Parade Winners - Theme: "Cowbells & Carousels"

Sweepstakes Award (Best Overall Entry) - 2024 Fantasy Football Loser

Theme Award - Good Shepherd Health Care System

Best Float - Tillamook Boardman • Best Equestrian - Mother Daughter

Best Motorized - American Window Tinting • Best Royalty - Umatilla County Fair Court

Best Dance - Stardust Dance Team • Best Bands & Music - Hermiston High Marching Band

Best Non-Float - 2024 Fantasy Football Loser

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