by Elean Gersack

Round up the family and head out for a good time at the Douglas County Fair and Rodeo. The event takes place at the Douglas County Fair Grounds in Castle Rock during the week of August 2 - August 10. This year the festivities will include rodeos, carnival rides, 4-H events, tractor pulls, concerts, parades and much, much more.

On Saturday, August 9, the rodeo parade will make its way through downtown Castle Rock starting at 10 a.m. That night at 9:30 p.m., Joe Nichols will perform the main concert event at the fairgrounds. “Free Day at the Fair” will be held on the final day of the event - Sunday, August 10.

For more details about this family fun Castle Rock tradition, including times and ticket information, please visit www.douglascountyfairandrodeo.com.