The La Plata County Fair Board is currently accepting theme ideas for the 2017 La Plata County Fair. Themes should reflect the family and community nature of the fair. Theme entries should be 10 words or less. Artwork is encouraged and can be dropped off with theme concept submissions at the La Plata County Extension Office at the fairgrounds or mailed to La Plata County Fairgrounds, 2500 Main Ave., Durango 81301. Please label submission(s) with your name, mailing address, and telephone number. Entries must be received by 5 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 23. The winner of the chosen entry will receive a $100 cash prize!

The 2017 La Plata County Fair will be held Aug. 9-13 at the county fairgrounds. The five days of fun will feature entertainment for the whole family including a carnival, displays, exhibits, the livestock auction, the demolition derby, dancing, food and more.