White Pine County Fair and Horse Races
Celebrate summertime in the high desert at the White Pine County Fair and Horse Races, a three-day Ely tradition featuring live horse racing, county fair fun, and pari-mutuel betting. Held at the White Pine County Fairgrounds, this annual event draws visitors from around the region for a weekend of fast horses, local flavor, and classic eastern Nevada community spirit.
Live horse racing, county fair fun, and high-desert tradition make this Ely event a sure bet for summertime excitement.
Featuring thoroughbreds and quarter horses, the White Pine Horse Races have been part of the Ely events scene for generations. Pari-mutuel betting adds another layer of excitement, with wagers pooled among bettors and payouts determined by the final odds.
Along with the races, the weekend includes the White Pine County Fair, complete with 4-H exhibits, livestock auctions, barbeque, and live music, a bar, and plenty of reasons to linger at the fairgrounds between post times. Friday admission is free, and entry is $5 on Saturday and Sunday.
The White Pine County Fairgrounds are located on Fairview Lane in Ely, next to the Marich Softball Complex. For the latest event details, visit the official White Pine County Fair and Horse Races page or the White Pine Horse Races website.
