Livestock
The main hub for information and upcoming details about the Livestock Auction and the 2025 Fair.
Livestock Shows
Experience the best in livestock shows at Placer County Fair, where a variety of species including pigs, cattle, sheep, goats, and poultry are showcased. Our knowledgeable judges evaluate each animal based on breed standards, ensuring exceptional traits.
Don't miss this thrilling competition and educational opportunity for junior exhibitors in livestock marketing. Check the schedule of shows and locations below and join us to witness the dedication of 4-H, FFA, and independent members presenting their hard work and projects to the market.
2025 LIVESTOCK SCHEDULE
Thursday June 26th
8:00 AM
Sheep Show – Ring 1
Swine Show – Ring 2
Market Egg & Poultry Classes – Small Animal Barn
11:00 AM
Meat Goat Show – Show Ring 1 (immediately following the Sheep Show)
2:00 PM
Junior Agricultural Technology – Show Ring 1
5:30 PM
Egg Drop Contest – Show Ring 1
6:30 PM
Pygmy Goat Show – Show Ring 1
Friday June 27th
8:00 AM
Beef Show – Ring 1
Rabbit & Cavy Show – Small Animal Barn
1:00 PM
Dog Show – Show Ring 1
3:30 PM
Small Animal Family Shows – Show Ring 1 and Small Animal Barn
4:30 PM
Swine, Sheep, and Meat Goat Futurity – Show Ring 2
6:00 PM
Primary Rabbit & Cavy Show – Small Animal Barn
6:30 PM
Pygmy Goat Costume Contest & Obstacle Course – Show Ring 2
Saturday June 28th
7:00 AM
Auction Registration Opens – Show Ring 1
9:00 AM
Junior Livestock Auction Begins – Show Ring 1
5:00 PM
Pig Calling Contest Check In – Show Ring 2
5:30 PM
Pig Calling Contest – Show Ring 2
6:00 PM
Hay Bucking Contest Check In – Show Ring 1
6:30 PM
Hay Bucking Contest – Show Ring 1
7:30 PM
Barn Dance – Show Ring 1
Sunday June 29th
9:00 AM
Master Showmanship – Show Rings 1 & 2
10:00 AM
Round Robin – Ring 1 & Small Animal Barn
12:30 PM
Large Animal Family Shows – Show Rings 1 & 2
4:00 PM
Awards Ceremony – Show Ring 1
Livestock Auction
Saturday June 28th
Registration begins at 8:00 AM Auction begins at 9:00AM
The 2025 Placer County Fair Livestock Auction will be in-person!
The Junior Livestock Auction is a culmination of a year's activity for Placer County's 4-H, FFA, and Independent Exhibitors.
Young exhibitors present their animal projects to the judge at the Placer County Fair where they receive monetary value for their products and public recognition for their efforts.
New this year – Ag Mechanics Silent Auction
Taking place alongside the Junior Livestock Auction, this live auction will be held on Saturday, June 28th, with bidding beginning at 9:00 AM. Champion projects will hit the auction block at 11:00 AM.
Items you can expect to see include handmade tables, chairs, benches, cutting boards, feed stations, and more! All items are proudly built by local youth exhibitors and judged on Thursday to determine which projects qualify for auction. Items will be displayed Saturday morning before the auction begins.
This is an in-person, paddle-style auction only. Supporters can also make add-ons at the auction, in the fair office, or by submitting a form via mail or email.
The final list of auction items will be available by Friday night or early Saturday morning, once judging is complete. Since this is our first year, there’s no set price range—we encourage bidders to be generous in support of these hardworking youth!
Purchased items can be picked up on Saturday after the auction ends. Payment can be made at the event or invoiced afterward. The majority of funds raised go directly to the youth exhibitors, with a small portion supporting fair auction operations.
If you have questions during the Fair, please call 916-622-8535.
Meet The Exhibitors
Maverick Zatzke
Hi, my name is Maverick Zatzke, I am 14 years old, and I am showing market lambs for the first time this year with Del Oro FFA. My lambs are named Alfred and Batman. I have really loved learning through FFA and I am excited to show at the Placer County Fair! I have previously shown llamas and pygmy goats with 4-H, and my hobbies include water polo, swim, track, and volleyball. I am really looking forward to meeting you at the fair!
We love highlighting the amazing youth behind the animals!