The decision to cancel the annual event—which features a livestock show, rodeo, carnival rides, barbecue cookoff and more—was made in conjunction with local officials and medical professionals.
In lieu of the fair, a modified livestock show and auction as well as a scholarship contest will be held pending approval of a COVID-19 mitigation plan.
Next year's Fort Bend County Fair & Rodeo is scheduled for Sept. 24-Oct. 3, 2021.