Oregon Country Fair 2026: A Local’s Guide from the Eugene Side
We've run our shop on Hwy 99 since 2014, which means we've watched twelve Julys of Fair traffic roll west out of Eugene — tie-dye, dusty sandals, and a line of cars on 126 that tells you the weekend has arrived. The Oregon Country Fair returns July 10–12, 2026, and every year the same questions come across our counter: when is it, how do I get there, and what are the actual rules about cannabis? Here's the local answer to all three.
When and where is the Oregon Country Fair 2026?
The Fair runs Friday, July 10 through Sunday, July 12, 2026, on its wooded site along the Long Tom River outside Veneta — about 13 miles west of Eugene on Hwy 126. Expect 17 stages running morning to night, more than 300 artisan booths, and the food rows that regulars plan their whole day around.
The 2026 entertainment lineup is a strong one: an all-star tribute to Bob Weir headlines the announcements so far, alongside Sierra Hull, The Rumble, and the Sam Grisman Project. Buy tickets in advance and check gate times at oregoncountryfair.org — the Fair caps attendance and popular days sell out.
OCF 2026 Main Stage Headliners
July 10–12 · Veneta, OR · 17+ stages
Also on the bill: Sierra Hull, Sam Grisman Project, Glitterfox, Bandits on the Run, Dana and Alden, Making Movies, Asher Fulero with Curtis Salgado, High Step Society, Cassandra Lewis Band, and OHMA — plus vaudeville, circus, spoken word, and a whole Youth Stage. Full performer list at oregoncountryfair.org.
Getting there from Eugene
One road matters: Hwy 126 west. From West Eugene it's a 20-minute drive on a normal day and noticeably longer on Fair mornings, so locals leave early or aim for mid-afternoon once the first wave is inside. Carpool if you can — parking is managed and fills up — and check the Fair's site for this year's parking and shuttle details before you commit to driving.
Camping close to the action? The City of Veneta runs Zumwalt Campground right in town, and it books out for Fair weekend. However you set up camp, sort out your ride home before the day starts, not after.
Can you bring cannabis to the Oregon Country Fair?
Short answer: no. The Fair is a family event — cannabis isn't sold there and isn't permitted for use on site. And under Oregon law, consuming cannabis in public is illegal everywhere in the state, which includes fairgrounds, parking areas, and campgrounds.
What the law does allow: adults 21 and over can possess up to two ounces of usable cannabis in public and enjoy it on private property with the owner's permission. If you want the full breakdown of Oregon's possession and purchase limits, we keep a plain-English guide to OLCC purchasing limits updated on this blog.
Three rules we repeat at the counter every July: keep products sealed and stowed in the trunk while you drive, never consume in a vehicle, and never drive high — line up a sober driver the same way you would for beer. And one Oregon-specific note for mid-July: it's fire season. Nobody smokes anything around dry grass, full stop.
Plan it like a local: stock up before Fair weekend
Veneta-bound folks tend to swing through Thursday or Friday morning, and the calendar works in your favor this year. Thursday, July 9 is our 20% off full-price ounces day, and Friday, July 10 is Bulk Flower Friday — which happens to make Fair Friday and 7/10 the same day this year, a nice coincidence for the concentrates crowd.
What actually sells before the Fair, from twelve years of watching it: hand-rolled pre-rolls — singles from $3, rolled in-house, easy to share back at camp — and low-dose edibles for the evening wind-down on private property. If you're going the edible route, start at 5 mg and give it time; Fair days are long and hot, and doubling down early is the classic rookie mistake.
From our counter: "Every year somebody buys the big jar Friday morning and asks if they can bring it in. You can't. Stash it at camp, enjoy the Fair, and it'll be there when you get back." Hydrate, wear the hat, and pace yourself — same advice for the sun as for the gummies.
Everyday pricing doesn't change for Fair weekend: $55 ounces, $100 two-ounce specials, and grams from $5 across seven price tiers, hand-picked from 40+ Oregon farms.
Staying in or near Veneta?
Veneta itself is small and fills up fast on Fair weekend. If you're camped at Zumwalt or renting nearby, we're about 15 minutes away: Hwy 126 east into Eugene, then a couple of minutes north to 607 Hwy 99 N. We put together a page on picking up cannabis near Veneta with drive times and what to expect. We're open 9 AM to 9 PM every day of Fair weekend, and we're still the only Eugene shop taking Visa and Mastercard with no fees — useful when the cash you brought has already gone to the food booths.
Green Health Eugene
Your Fair-weekend stop on the way to Veneta
607 Highway 99 N, Eugene, OR 97402 · (458) 221-1861
Open 9 AM–9 PM daily · Med + Rec · Visa & Mastercard, no fees · Free parking
Oregon Country Fair FAQ
When is the Oregon Country Fair in 2026?
The Oregon Country Fair 2026 runs Friday, July 10 through Sunday, July 12, on the Fair's wooded site outside Veneta, Oregon — about 13 miles west of Eugene on Hwy 126. Check oregoncountryfair.org for gate times and tickets.
How do you get to the Oregon Country Fair from Eugene?
Take Hwy 126 west out of Eugene toward Veneta — about 13 miles. Fair traffic backs up, so leave early, carpool if you can, and check the Fair's official site for current parking and shuttle options.
Can you bring cannabis into the Oregon Country Fair?
No. Cannabis is not sold or permitted at the Oregon Country Fair, and consuming cannabis in public is illegal everywhere in Oregon — including fairgrounds, parking areas, and campgrounds. Enjoy it before or after on private property with the owner's permission.
How much cannabis can you legally carry in Oregon?
Oregon adults 21 and over can possess up to two ounces of usable cannabis in public. Keep products sealed and out of reach while driving, never consume in a vehicle, and never take cannabis across state lines.
Is there a dispensary near the Oregon Country Fair?
Green Health Eugene is about 15 minutes from Veneta — take Hwy 126 east into Eugene, then north to 607 Hwy 99 N. We're open 9 AM to 9 PM every day of Fair weekend and take Visa and Mastercard with no fees.
For adults 21+. Nothing on this page is legal or medical advice — possession limits and event policies can change, so verify current rules with the OLCC and the Oregon Country Fair before you go. Green Health Eugene is not affiliated with the Oregon Country Fair.