2025 Nevada County Draft Horse Classic & Harvest Fair in Grass Valley CA

🏇🏻 Experience the 2025 Draft Horse Classic & Harvest Fair in Grass Valley 🏇🏻

Mark your calendars for September 18–21, 2025, when the Nevada County Fairgrounds in Grass Valley comes alive with the Annual Draft Horse Classic and Harvest Fair. This beloved Nevada County tradition showcases the beauty, power, and elegance of the world’s most majestic draft horses while offering a weekend full of fun for the whole family.

 🤠 A Premier Western Event

Recognized as the premier draft horse show in the western United States, the Draft Horse Classic draws horse lovers, families, and visitors from across California and beyond. Over the course of four exciting days, guests will enjoy six arena performances featuring breathtaking competitions, skillful driving, and awe-inspiring displays of teamwork between horses and handlers.

🐎  Up Close with Gentle Giants

From Percherons to Belgians, these magnificent horses impress with their sheer size and gentle temperament. Between arena shows, you’ll have the rare opportunity to get up close with these gentle giants, admire their polished harnesses, and learn more about the role draft horses have played in history.

🌾 Harvest Fair Fun for Everyone

Admission to the Fairgrounds during the Harvest Fair is free, giving you access to food vendors, local artisans, agricultural exhibits, and non-stop entertainment. Explore booths, enjoy live music, shop handmade crafts, and experience the best of Nevada County’s harvest season.

🕙 Event Schedule Highlights

• Thursday, September 18 – Gates open at 2 pm

• Friday, September 19 – Gates open at 2 pm

• Saturday, September 20 – Gates open at 8 am

• Sunday, September 21 – Gates open at 8 am

🎟️ Get Your Tickets

Arena performance tickets have been lowered for 2025, making it easier than ever to enjoy this unique Nevada County event.

📍Plan Your Visit

Whether you’re a local resident or traveling from Sacramento, Reno, or the Bay Area, the Draft Horse Classic and Harvest Fair is a must-see Grass Valley event. Come for the Harvest Fair and stay for the arena shows, you’ll leave with lasting memories of Nevada County’s most iconic fall celebration.

You can find more information for this event on the Nevada County fairground website: https://www.nevadacountyfair.com/p/draft-horse-classic