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The Evergreen State Fair Advisory Board has three positions that are open for nominations and applications. The open At-Large positions are for anyone residing in Snohomish County. Applications can be found at the state fair website, and the due date is Jan. 16, 2026.
The Evergreen State Fair Advisory Board aids in managing and preserving the largest publicly owned fair in the Pacific Northwest, including advising on:
- Maintaining the County’s ties to its agricultural roots
- Expanding programs for youth and teens
- Supporting local food systems
- Broadening public safety efforts
- Enhancing child-safety programs
- Evaluating budgets
- Reviewing and recommending entertainment
- Initiating innovative programs and projects
Board members are required to attend monthly meetings, spend a minimum of two hours a day at the 11-day fair, attend fair ceremonies, dinners, and lunches as required and participate in Fair Board sponsored events during the fair.
“Every August, Snohomish County throws an 11-day celebration of community for hundreds of thousands of friends and neighbors,” said Snohomish County Parks Division Manager Kara Underwood. “Advisory board members are critical to the success of the 116-year-old fair and the role it plays in connecting communities together.”
For more information about joining the advisory board, contact Kara Underwood at 425-388-6640 or Kara.Underwood@snoco.org.
The 2026 Evergreen State Fair runs from Aug. 27 to Sept. 7.
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