Facility Rental Information

The Palouse Empire Fairgrounds - your full service facility!


Palouse Empire Fairgrounds Facilities

  • RV Campground
  • Indoor Storage Areas
  • Display Buildings
  • Large Lawn Areas/Gazebo
  • Indoor Arena
  • Horse Barns
  • Community Buildings (more info below)
  • Outdoor Arena

The Palouse Empire Fairgrounds is 5 miles west of Colfax on SR 26 and centrally located in Whitman County. It is an ideal place for any event, featuring an auditorium with stage, small meeting room, and kitchen facility. It's also a perfect place for reunions, youth group meetings, church picnics, entertainment and special events.


The lawn is encircled with a paved pathway, ideal for jogging, rollerblading, or biking. Available amenities include picnic tables, game areas, admission gate and security fencing.


Download the 2011 Facility Rental Agreement
Download the 2011 Facility Rental Fees Schedule
Download the 2011 Community Building Guidelines
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Community Building Rental

The kitchen is equipped with a commercial dishwasher, large grill, double sinks, freezer, and two large refrigerators.


Provided Amenities:
  • 30 round tables (5 foot)
  • 300 folding chairs
  • 48 stacking chairs
  • Table Service for 300 (dinner plates,
    salad plates, water glasses, silverware)
  • 2 coffee pots (100 cup capacity)
  • Auditorium (50 x 68 feet)
  • Stage (28 x 20 feet)
  • Small meeting room (20 x 25 feet)