Help the 2024 Western MT Fair Meet Sustainability Goals
Fair Overview
Free Admissions everyday!
11 a.m. to 10 p.m. August 6-10 and 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. August 11.
The Carnival opens at noon every day.
Public parking opens 7:30 a.m.
There is one lot for handicap parking (Stephens Ave. entrance) and one lot for public parking (Russell St.).
Sustainability Goals
Last year, with the help of our community, we were able to divert 74% of the waste created by the Western Montana Fair. An astounding 64% was diverted to compost, and 10% was diverted to recycling. With record attendance surpassing 100,000 people, this was a major environmental accomplishment.
A week away from the 2024 Western Montana Fair, we need help to beat last year's record! Our goal this year is to divert 80% of waste produced. Your participation and enthusiasm for sustainability is essential success. There are many ways you can help:
Help as an Individual
"I alone cannot change the world, but I can cast a stone across the waters to create many ripples." — Mother Teresa
As an individual, it may not feel like your sustainable actions mean much when compared to the huge amount of waste a community can produce. However, it is the cumulative effect of individuals that choose sustainable options, no matter how small, that makes all the difference. When planning to attend the fair, think of how you can reduce your impact.
Here are some ideas:
Bring a reusable water bottle
Know your recyclables and compostables. (If in doubt, find a member of the Green Team!)
Use public transportation, rideshare, or bike to attend the fair
Help those in your group determine what is compostable or recyclable, or has to be landfilled.
Help as a Team
“Demonstrate that ordinary community members can make an extraordinary impact.”
Volunteers set an example by showing other people in our community Missoula’s expectations to keep Missoula clean and green. Engage with the community, meet new people, and spread some knowledge on waste management.
For every 3 hour shift on the Green Team the following perks are available: One perk available per shift.
Daily unlimited carnival ride pass (one per person).
Ticket to an arena event of choice (Xtreme Bulls, Bulls, Broncs & Busters, Missoula Stampede Rodeo and Lords of Dirt). See full arena events here.
$25 in Food bucks (can be used at any food vendor at the Western Montana Fair - excluding carnival vendors)
Support the Team
Don’t have the time but still want to support the cause? Green Team Sponsorship is the way to go!
For every sponsorship dollar contributed to the Fair, over $9 is redistributed back into the local economy. Any donations to Home ReSource and the Green Team enter Missoula’s closed loop local economy.
$10 : Fund resources for the Green Team
$25 : Train a member of the Green Team
$50 : Add an extra staff member to support the Green Team during the Fairs busiest hours.
$100 : Help vendors source compostable products with backstock available at the Fair. This makes the job of the Green Team exponentially easier.
We will be supporting Home ReSource with the Green Team and collecting compost bins daily. Any bit of engagement towards sustainability counts. We look forward to seeing you at the Fairgrounds!
Your Friends at Missoula Compost
