This fan-favorite event is running April 17th through 25th, and it’s packed with everything you love about a classic county fair—with a rodeo twist.

The fair features educational exhibits, animal encounters, and supports local youth through scholarships and opportunities to showcase livestock. We got a sneak peek at the petting zoo and all the cute animals you'll find.

The Galveston County Fair and Rodeo returns April 17–25 at Jack Brooks Park in Hitchcock, opening with the Barn Yard Mardi Gras Parade. While featuring rodeo events and live entertainment, the fair’s main impact is its support for local youth in agriculture through scholarships, educational opportunities, and a youth livestock auction.

If you are having rodeo withdrawals, Galveston County has you covered! You can enjoy more rodeo action, sizzling BBQ, and country stars before the Galveston County Fair and Rodeo wraps up this weekend. Tessa went down to the fairgrounds to get a preview. she fond out who's performing and why this is a party you don't wanna miss!

Fun for the entire family!