📍 WC Event Complex, Heber City, UT
📅 July 23 – August 1, 2026
🕖 Nightly starting at 7:00 PM
🎗️HMC booth at WCEC both weekends
WHAT TO EXPECT
Two Weekends. One Big Community.
Fair Days is the biggest event of the year in Wasatch County — and this year, The Horse of Many Colors is right in the middle of it. We'll be at the Wasatch County Event Complex both weekends with a booth, merchandise, and in-arena fundraising moments you won't want to miss.
From the Demolition Derby to the Mountain Valley Stampede Rodeo, there are six nights to get involved — buy something from our booth, write a name for our balloon launch, bid on something meaningful, or simply stand up and give.
Every dollar raised at Fair Days goes directly to families facing cancer.
Full Fair Days schedule — July 23 through August 1
WEEKEND 1
JULY 23, 24, 25 · 7:00 PM EACH NIGHT
Wasatch County Demolition Derby
🎗️ Find Our Booth — All 3 Nights
💜 Collect donations for The Horse of Many Colors — cash, card, and Venmo accepted
🛍️ Shop HMC branded merchandise — 100% of proceeds support local families facing cancer
🎈 Purchase a tribute balloon for our Saturday night Light Up the Sky launch (Aug 1)
📝 Write the name of someone affected by cancer — we'll carry their name with us all weekend
Night-by-Night
THURSDAY · JULY 23
Pretty Tough — Ladies' Night
💜 HMC IN-ARENA MOMENT
Stand Up & Give — Everyone in the arena starts at $1 and stays standing as the amount climbs. A Venmo QR code will be displayed on the jumbo screen for instant giving. A powerful, community-wide moment.
7:00 PM — Wasatch County Demolition Derby @ WCEC
FRIDAY · JULY 24
America 250 — Red, White & Blue
🔨 HMC IN-ARENA MOMENT
Mountain Land Truck Outfitters Auction — Mountain Land is live-auctioning a premium Wil-Ro Patriot Flatbed Truck Body. Specs include a 1/8" treadplate floor, chamfered skirt, 3" tapered headache rack, 30K gooseneck ball, and 20K receiver hitch — installation included. 100% of the winning bid goes directly to The Horse of Many Colors.
7:00 PM — Wasatch County Demolition Derby @ WCEC
SATURDAY · JULY 25
Grit & Gasoline — Black & Navy
🎗️ HMC BOOTH OPEN
Visit our booth for merchandise, balloon dedications, and to support local families.
7:00 PM — Wasatch County Demolition Derby @ WCEC
FRIDAY JULY 24 · IN-ARENA AUCTION
🔨 MTNLND Truck Outfitters Auction — All Proceeds to HMC
Mountain Land Truck Outfitters is auctioning off a brand-new Wil-Ro Patriot Flatbed Truck Body, with every dollar going directly to The Horse of Many Colors. This is a high-quality flatbed that fits Long Bed Single Rear Wheel Pickup Trucks — installation included.
Wil-Ro Patriot Flatbed Truck Body
Included Features
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Lengths: 7', 8'6", 9'4", 11'4"
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3" Tapered Headache Rack
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30K Gooseneck Ball with Flip-open Compartment
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1/8" Treadplate Floor & Chamfered Skirt
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20K Receiver Hitch (2.5")
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Outside Stake Pockets
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DOT Approved Marker Lights
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Chain Hanger & 7-Pole Light Plugs
Fits: Long Bed Single Rear Wheel Pickup Trucks · Includes Installation
Questions about the bed? Call Martin @ (801) 376-8820
WEEKEND 2
JULY 30, 31 & AUGUST 1 · 7:30 PM EACH NIGHT
Mountain Valley Stampede Rodeo
🎗️ Find Our Booth — All 3 Nights
💜Collect donations for The Horse of Many Colors — cash, card, and Venmo accepted
🛍️Shop HMC branded merchandise — 100% of proceeds support local families facing cancer
🎈Purchase a tribute balloon for our Saturday night Light Up the Sky launch (Aug 1)
📝Write the name of someone affected by cancer — we'll carry their name with us all weekend
⚡ Earnshaw Electric Business Donation Challenge
Sponsored by Earnshaw Electric. Earnshaw Electric kicked off the challenge with a massive opening donation of $500 — and now we're inviting every local business in the valley to step up. Visit our booth, donate any amount to The Horse of Many Colors, and your business name and donation amount go right on the Challenge Board for everyone to see all weekend.
Every participating business will be recognized after each night on our social media channels and featured in our newsletter following Fair Days. This is your moment to show Heber Valley that your business shows up for its community.
Want to participate in the Business Donation Challenge? Contact us to get your business on the board.
GROUP 1
Ages 4–7
GROUP 2
Ages 8–11
ALL 3 NIGHTS — RODEO WEEKEND
🐄 Wheeler CAT Cash Cow
Sponsored by Wheeler CAT. This is the one the kids have been waiting for. Dollar bills are attached to calves and released into the arena — and the kids who catch them get to keep what they grab. It's chaotic, it's hilarious, and it's one of the most memorable moments of the whole rodeo.
How to Sign Your Kid Up
📍Visit the HMC booth at Southfield Park during the rodeo — sign-up happens at our booth all three nights.
💵Make a minimum $5 donation to The Horse of Many Colors to enter your child.
📋Fill out a waiver — parents must complete and sign a participation waiver at the booth.
🎟️Get a wristband — your child's wristband gets them into the arena for the Cash Cow event.
🤠Watch them go — the Cash Cow event takes place in the arena, approximately mid-show each night.
The Cash Cow runs all three nights of the Mountain Valley Stampede Rodeo — July 30, 31, and August 1. Sign up at the HMC booth before showtime.
Night-by-Night
THURSDAY · JULY 30
Heritage & Heroes — Red, White & Blue
💜 HMC IN-ARENA MOMENT
Stand Up & Give — Everyone in the arena starts at $1 and stays standing as the amount climbs. A Venmo QR code will be displayed on the jumbo screen for instant giving. A powerful, community-wide moment.
7:00 PM — Wasatch County Demolition Derby @ WCEC
10:00 PM — Charley Jenkins Concert @ WCEC Parking Lot
FRIDAY · JULY 31
Red Dirt Roots
🔨 HMC LIVE AUCTION
Karl Malone Live Auction — Bid on a 5-night Mexican Riviera Cruise plus flights for a family of 5. An unforgettable trip — for an unforgettable cause.
7:00 PM — Wasatch County Demolition Derby @ WCEC
10:00 PM — Fireworks @ WCEC
SATURDAY · AUGUST 1
Courage Runs Deep — Purple
🔨 HMC LIVE AUCTION + 🎈 BALLOON
Karl Malone Live Auction — Bid on a once-in-a-lifetime hunt at R&K Lodge.
Light Up the Sky — After the rodeo, hundreds of glowing tribute balloons fill the night sky with the names of those who have faced cancer.
7:00 PM — Wasatch County Demolition Derby @ WCEC
10:00 PM — Fireworks & Balloon Launch @ WCEC
Karl Malone Live Auctions
Two nights. Two once-in-a-lifetime opportunities. All proceeds benefit The Horse of Many Colors.
FRIDAY, JULY 31 · RODEO NIGHT 2
🚢 Mexican Riviera Cruise
A 5-night Mexican Riviera Cruise with flights included for a family of 5. Sun, ocean, and unforgettable family memories — and every penny of the winning bid stays local, going directly to families in your community fighting cancer. You're not just bidding on a vacation; you're providing a lifeline to a neighbor.
SATURDAY, AUGUST 1 · RODEO NIGHT 3
🦌 Hunt at R&K Lodge
An elite, world-class hunting trip at the renowned R&K Lodge — gorgeous lodging, expert guides, and a legendary hunting adventure. The pinnacle of outdoor experiences, and 100% of the winning bid goes directly to local families fighting cancer. Win the hunt of a lifetime. Back a family in their toughest fight.
SATURDAY · AUGUST 1, 2026 · AFTER THE RODEO
Light Up the Sky
Honor a Life. Lift a Name.
After the rodeo closes on Saturday night, we'll release hundreds of glowing balloons — each one bearing the name of someone who has faced cancer. A powerful, visual tribute rising over Heber Valley together.
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In memory of
those we've lost
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In strength for
those still fighting
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In honor of
survivors
$10
Tribute Balloon
Dedicate a balloon to your loved one at our booth during either weekend — or on the night of August 1st before the rodeo begins. Your name submission stays with us all of Fair Days.
Because every name deserves to be remembered. Every battle deserves to be honored.
WITH GRATITUDE
Thank You to Our Partners
QUESTIONS
Fair Days FAQ
Where exactly is the HMC booth?
Our booth is at the Wasatch County Event Complex (Southfield Park, 415 S Fld Rd, Heber City, UT 84032) during both the Demolition Derby weekend (July 23–25) and the Mountain Valley Stampede Rodeo weekend (July 30–Aug 1). We'll be in the North West corner by the ticket booth.
How do I dedicate a tribute balloon for Light Up the Sky?
Visit our booth during either weekend to write a name and purchase your $10 tribute balloon. You can also submit a name online — link above. Balloons launch Saturday, August 1st after the rodeo.
How do I participate in the Earnshaw Electric Business Donation Challenge?
The challenge starts at $500. Any business can participate by donating any amount and having their name and donation written on the challenge board at our booth. Contact us to get involved before Fair Days so we can add your business to the list.
Do I need a ticket for Fair Days?
General admission to the fairgrounds is handled by Wasatch County Fair Days. Check the official Fair Days website for admission details. Our HMC booth and in-arena moments are part of the nightly programs.
Can I buy HMC merchandise online instead of at the booth?
Yes — visit our Zeffy shop to support HMC and pick up branded merchandise before Fair Days.
What is the Wheeler CAT Cash Cow?
Sponsored by Wheeler CAT, the Cash Cow is a kids' in-arena event all three nights of the Mountain Valley Stampede Rodeo. Dollar bills are attached to calves and released into the arena — kids who catch a calf grab the money attached to it. Kids ages 4–11 are split into two groups (4–7 and 8–11). Sign up at the HMC booth with a minimum $5 donation, complete a waiver, and get a wristband. The event happens approximately mid-show each night.
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