State Fair of Virginia

You won’t meet a kid at a country fair who doesn’t want to indulge in roller coasters and the Tilt-a-Whirl. Check into the bracelets and ride discounts that help make the rides more family-affordable. The Ferris Wheel continues to be a popular ride, whether you head to the top as a family, on a date, or enjoy the ride with friends.Be sure to check out the stage shows too! From local dance teams excited to share their talent to Grammy Award Winning country musicians you’ll have lots of choices! Plan your visit with their daily State Fair thrill guide and food map. This is a really large event – physically – so plan for long walks and lots of tents. There will be a jam contest at all the county fairs but you can expect at the State Fair of Virginia there will also be categories for every type of fruit, special demos and tastings and perhaps even age brackets for the contest!

Find out about more Virginia County Fairs to Visit This Summer

Check out our guide to summer festivals in around Charlottesville, as well as the best water parks in Virginia. If you’re saying local, we’ve got you covered with pools and spray grounds, as well as water fun with kayaking, lakes, and swimming holes. And don’t forget Charlottesville’s 4th of July celebrations! 

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