Chamber Cowboy's 55th Annual Kittitas County Fair & Ellensburg Rodeo Kick-Off Breakfast

August 16, 2008
7 AM to 10 AM on
Pearl Street between 4th and 5th Avenue in downtown Ellensburg!

Due to generous donations from local individuals and businesses, we are able to offer the breakfast free for those that bring a can of food or other non-perishable item for the local food bank again this year. The cost otherwise will be at a reduced rate of $2.00 for adults and $1.00 for kids 12 and under. In the past, the breakfast has been $5.00 for adults and $3.00 for kids, however because of the donations from the following community supporting businesses and individuals, we are able to offer it at a minimal cost: Ellensburg Rodeo Board, Kittitas County Fair Board, Friends of the Fair, Rotary Club of Ellensburg, Ellensburg Chamber of Commerce, Ellensburg Chamber Cowboys, J.P Enterprises, Rodeo City Kiwanis, Daily Record... and more to come.

This event kicks-off the season to celebrate our local heritage. Most communities only have four seasons, but in Ellensburg we have five: fall, winter, spring, summer, and fair & rodeo. Our community is such a great place to live because of the many individuals who volunteer their time for events such as this.

The Chamber Cowboys spend some time in other communities at parades and events promoting the Ellensburg community, especially the fair and rodeo. The Cowboys sell the collector buttons annually, so have your dollar ready or you might get thrown in their jail. Proceeds from button sales are used to support youth and senior groups and projects in the Kittitas County. The Chamber Cowboys meet the third Tuesday of the month. Call the Chamber if you would like to be involved in the breakfast or the entertainment for this event.

Photos by Leslie Berry