Custom Event Shirts for the Nevada County Fair

Published 2024 | Screen Prints Nevada City

The Nevada County Fair held annually in Grass Valley is one of the oldest and most attended county fairs in California. Vendors, exhibitors, 4-H groups, FFA chapters, civic organizations, and local businesses all participate in and around the fair and many produce custom shirts for the event. This guide covers how to order custom shirts for the Nevada County Fair and other Nevada County events.

Vendor and Exhibitor Shirts

Vendors at the Nevada County Fair frequently produce branded shirts for staff working their booths. A clean, high-contrast staff shirt in a brand color with a 1 to 2 color logo print is the most practical approach. Budget $12 to $16 per shirt at 24 to 48 units. For food vendors, opt for darker colors that do not show food contact as visibly. For retail vendors, match the shirt color to your brand palette.

4-H and FFA Group Shirts

4-H and FFA groups participating in the Nevada County Fair produce group shirts for members. These are typically small runs (12 to 36 shirts) that benefit from DTF transfers when the design has multiple colors, or screen printing when the design is simple and quantity reaches 24 or more. Budget $10 to $18 per shirt depending on quantity and print method.

Timeline for Nevada County Fair Shirts

The Nevada County Fair typically runs in August. To have shirts ready for the fair, place your order at least 3 to 4 weeks before the fair start date. Art submission should happen 4 to 5 weeks out to allow for revision rounds without requiring rush production.