Build & Grow Festival

The Build & Grow Festival is Southern Oregon’s newest signature family event, hosted by the Builders Association of Southern Oregon — designed to be both fun and educational for all ages.

Held at the Josephine County Fairgrounds, Saturday, July 11th, and Sunday, July 12th, the event will utilize both exhibit buildings to host vendor booths, interactive zones, demonstrations, and community partners.

The festival brings together:

• Home improvement professionals
• Garden and landscaping experts
• DIY creators and makers
• Equipment and construction showcases
• First responders and public safety partners
• Local food vendors
• Small business marketplace vendors (jewelry makers, candle creators, artisans, and more)
• Community education partners

Designed for families, homeowners, and future builders alike, this first-annual event creates a hands-on environment where learning meets fun.

The Reason Behind the Build & Grow Festival

The Build & Grow Festival is not just a new event — it is a direct response to the voice of the community.

The Builders Association of Southern Oregon hosted a town hall meeting in Josephine County, inviting local residents, business owners, families, and community leaders to share what kind of event they wanted to see in Grants Pass.

The message was clear:

A family-friendly. Educational. Community-centered event.

The Build & Grow Festival is the outcome of that conversation.

This first-of-its-kind festival reflects the heart of what BASO stands for: strengthening families, supporting homeowners, investing in workforce development, and building a vibrant, connected region.

Homes are where life happens — where families grow, dreams are built, and futures take shape. By bringing together building professionals, gardening experts, small business vendors, equipment demonstrations, first responders, and interactive learning experiences, BASO is creating a space where families can learn, explore, and be inspired together.

This event is more than a showcase of industry.

It is:

• A response to community input
• A platform for small business support
• A celebration of the building trades
• A hands-on educational experience for youth
• A collaborative effort between industry and community

By hosting this festival at the Josephine County Fairgrounds, BASO is reinforcing its commitment not only to Southern Oregon as a whole — but specifically to the families and businesses of Josephine County.

The Build & Grow Festival is more than an event.

It is a community-built tradition in the making.

Show Hours:

• Saturday, July 11: 10am – 6pm
• Sunday, July 12: 10am – 4pm

Important Information:

Build & Grow Sponsorship Opportunities

As a sponsor, your business will not only gain visibility — you will be positioned as a leader who invests in Josephine County’s future.

Sponsors will:

• Showcase their business to hundreds of local families and homeowners
• Engage directly with target customers through live demonstrations and interactive experiences
• Receive strong brand visibility across digital marketing, social media, print promotions, and on-site signage
• Support small business growth and local workforce development
• Align with a family-centered, education-forward community initiative
• Be recognized as a champion of the building trades and local economic vitalitySponsorship & Event Overview Link

Thank you for considering this opportunity.

*Early Bird Special Available for Exhibitors

• 2 Weeks Only, Wednesday, February 18th to Wednesday, March 4th
• 15% off Exhibitors Booths - Use Code: 26BuildGrowEB
• Early Bird Exhibitor Application