Mule and Donkey Competition and More!
What is Mule Mania?
What is our Mission?
Mule Mania Mania’s Mission is to provide a quality event for mule and donkey lovers, that is educational to the public, safe and allows them to exhibit the great talents of their mules and donkeys.
Who Comes?
In the past four years the show has doubled in size with observers and competitors, and we are planning to continue that growth. Just last year we had Longear Mule Lovers come to compete from all over the western United States. If you and your mules would like to join us. Read more……
What is the history of Mule Mania?
Mule Mania started in Springdale, Washington in the late 1990′s. The show grew so quickly it moved to Colville, Washington for 4 years. When Bobbi and Barney Chambers, who ran the Show in northern Washington moved to Cottonwood, Idaho, the Show was no longer offered. In 2011 they started the show back up in Dayton, Washington with huge success. All who attended had a great time and so we are back by popular demand.
When is it?
Mule Mania is Memorial Day Weekend. The Main Event the “Mule and Donkey Competition” starts on Friday through Sunday. Mule riders from all over the country will come to show off their mules and compete in Performance Classes, Barrel Racing and Fast Classes, Fun Games, Driving, or they come to just enjoy being around mule folks!
Where is Dayton, Washington?
Mule Mania is at the Columbia County Fairgrounds in historic Dayton, Washington, a charming southeastern Washington state community nestled in a valley 1,600 ft. above sea level. It is situated at the confluence of the Touchet River and Patit Creek and is the gateway to the beautiful Blue Mountains, Umatilla National Forest and the Wenaha-Tucannon wilderness area.
All the Special Events. . .
The Main Show Weekend is packed with Chuck Wagon Cook-Off meals for everyone, Mule and Donkey Competition, a downtown Dayton Parade, Live Music, Authentic Western Vendors and Cowboy Church on Sunday. Read more. . .
FREE ADMISSION!
Yes, because of generous sponsorship, the Mule Mania Association offers Free Admission to the public to the Fairgrounds and Mule Show, allowing anyone and everyone to come and enjoy the show and learn about those wonderful mules and Mulemanship.
The Souvenir Program
Mule Mania provides its own “Official Souvenir Program”. This program provides a great keepsake for our attendees, plus provides detail information on all the activities and recognizes all our sponsors. Advertise your business in it!
Our Team of Volunteers and Sponsors
We can move mountains because of our great group of volunteers. Mule Mania is a well organized coordinated event. We work hard to provide a fun, safe, efficient experience for all who attend. Volunteer yourself, we’d love your help. Sponsorships are important to pay for the operational costs, please consider sponsoring a class, advertise with an arena banner, program advertisement, or sponsor a Chuck Wagon or Driving Team participation. Read more. . .
Come and stay awhile!
Camping and Trailer Parking is available at the Fair Grounds during the show weekend. 20 x 40 spaces will be issued, first come first served!
See the Information page for ordering your space, whether you are a contestant or an observer.