Expanding Our Venue for the Future
After revisiting the initial feedback from our community, one request stood out: more outdoor events and festivals. In response, we are excited to announce the expansion of the courtyard into a Great Lawn, designed to host a wide range of activities. This new space will feature additional amenities such as restrooms, concessions, outdoor pavilions, and a state-of-the-art amphitheater. The amphitheater will serve as a versatile venue, perfect for larger concerts, dining experiences, and even outdoor movie nights.
To enhance accessibility, parking will be extended along Fairgrounds Avenue, and Lot E will be expanded to provide even more parking spaces. A slip lane is also being added to Arena Circle to streamline traffic flow, while Andalusian Drive will have an additional lane to improve egress.
The Mac building will benefit from a dedicated back-of-house area with secure fencing, and new parking facilities will be created behind the East and West pavilions. The Roundup will be relocated next to the 4H Youth and Community Building, and the Longhorn Arena will also move to this area. The old arenas will be consolidated into the new Great Lawn, creating more space for events.
By 2026, the transformation will be complete, with the Great Lawn at the heart of a venue that’s designed for greater community engagement and year-round events.
Exciting News: Master Plan Updates and Concept Drawings Revealed!
We’re thrilled to unveil the next chapter in our vision for The Ranch! Our master plan includes the transformation of the existing courtyard into a Great Lawn, an expansive space designed to host a variety of activities.
What’s Coming:
The Great Lawn
- Enhanced amenities, including restrooms and concessions.
- Outdoor pavilions for versatile event hosting.
- A future state-of-the-art amphitheater for unforgettable performances.
New Parking and Event Lawn Entrance
- Additional parking spaces and improved access roads.
- A new Fair entrance on the east side of the grounds for smoother navigation.
Facility Enhancements
- The Mac Building will gain a dedicated back-of-house area with secure fencing.
- New parking facilities behind the East and West pavilions.
- The Roundup and Longhorn Arena will be relocated near the 4H Youth and Community Building, consolidating activity hubs.
- Old arenas will be reimagined as part of the Great Lawn, expanding event space.
We are deep into the engineering phase and are excited to announce a projected launch date in late 2026!
Stay tuned for more updates as we bring this vision to life. We can’t wait to see you enjoying all that this new space will offer!
