(Loveland, CO) - The Ranch Events Complex will celebrate the grand opening and ribbon cutting of its new 21-acre Event Lawn on Friday, July 31, 2026, at 5 p.m., marking the first completed Phase II project in The Ranch Master Plan and giving the community its first opportunity to experience the new space during opening night of the 2026 Larimer County Fair.
The free public celebration will take place at The Watering Hole, the large white tent located at the outdoor stage in the center of the Event Lawn.
The event will include an official ribbon-cutting ceremony, remarks from the Larimer County Board of County Commissioners and Master Plan project partners, a commemorative gift, and a Ranch Master Plan information booth where guests can learn more about future projects planned across The Ranch campus.
Following the ceremony, guests are encouraged to stay and celebrate the opening night of the 2026 Larimer County Fair on the new Event Lawn.
The 21-acre Event Lawn is designed to host concerts, festivals, community celebrations, large-scale entertainment events, and flexible outdoor programming year-round.
“As one of Larimer County’s long-standing traditions, the Fair has brought generations of community members together year after year,” said Portia Cook, Strategic Communications Coordinator for The Ranch Events Complex. “We are excited to celebrate this milestone by opening a brand-new space designed for gathering, connection, entertainment, and unforgettable experiences for years to come.”
Admission to both the Event Lawn Grand Opening & Ribbon Cutting Ceremony and the 2026 Larimer County Fair is free. Carnival rides, games, and select attractions require tickets to be purchased. Food, beverages, and other activities are available for purchase. Free parking will be available during the Fair and PRCA Rodeo.
