Clay County Fairgrounds

The Clay County Fair is an annual county fair held each summer in Clay Center, Nebraska, typically Wednesday through Sunday following the 4th of July (2026 dates: July 8-11). The fair features 4-H and FFA youth livestock and static exhibits, open class exhibits, Extreme Bull Riding, Ranch Rodeo, Figure 8 and trailer races, food vendors, and grandstand entertainment. Held in partnership with Nebraska Extension in Clay County.