Charles County Fair

Charles County Fair Every September, the Charles County Fair Board puts on an old-fashioned county fair. Over 790 exhibitors entered over 6,800 exhibits in 2011.

Every September, the Charles County Fair Board puts on an old-fashioned county fair with farm animals, displays of all kinds, demonstrations, and food of various kinds. Exhibits as varied as livestock, field corn, arts and crafts, quilts and flowers are shown in our Greens area. Entertainment, special events, and activities for all ages as well as four stages filled with games, shows, music, a bab

y show, pig races, pony rides and performers of all sorts add up to fun for the whole family. Lawnmower racing is one of several events added in recent years. Our carnival midway is full of rides and contests for all ages. We even have a "kiddie" midway for those young ones among us. If you get hungry, there are plenty of choices from traditional county fair food to more healthy alternatives, even crab cakes! Your continuing support allows us to upgrade the fair and its facilities each year and to pay for our annual 4th of July fireworks. We also host many affairs and events during the year such as tool shows, hunting expos, fund raisers, lobster feasts, dog shows, tractor pulls, and family reunions.

We are proud to be a part of a strong county fair tradition in Maryland! We hope you’ll join us in September to celebrat...
04/10/2026

We are proud to be a part of a strong county fair tradition in Maryland! We hope you’ll join us in September to celebrate Charles County, but try to check out our sister fairs as well. They each offer a unique take on their local community!

Mark your calendars! 🎡🐷

Fair season is just around the corner... save the date for your local county fair!

During the Charles County Fair Board’s  March 2026 monthly meeting, the Kris Kringle Christmas Market Committee was hono...
03/25/2026

During the Charles County Fair Board’s March 2026 monthly meeting, the Kris Kringle Christmas Market Committee was honored to present our 2025 Market partners, the Southern Maryland Food Bank and the Charles County Volunteer Fire and Emergency Medical Services, with donations of $13,360 each. We thank them both for their continued contributions to the Market’s success. Every dollar raised thru admission fees at the Kris Kringle Christmas Market goes right back into our community and makes a real difference!

03/25/2026
03/19/2026

Dear Friends - In honor of Black History Month, the Charles County Fairgrounds cordially invites you to an Open House at the Historic McConchie One-Room School. (*)

Please join us as we celebrate the rich educational heritage and enduring spirit of the students and teachers who passed through these doors.

Date: Sunday, March 22
Time: 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM (Ribbon cutting at 3:00 PM)
Location: Charles County Fairgrounds – Bldg A

Guests will have the opportunity to explore the schoolhouse, enjoy light refreshments, and view newly produced historical videos detailing the school's unique journey and its significance in our county's history.

We look forward to sharing these stories with you. Please RSVP to [email protected] as soon as possible to ensure your spot.

Thank you,

Historic McConchie One-Room School Committee

(*) Due to icy conditions, the open house was moved from February 22 to March 22.

02/23/2026

Vendor applications for the 2026 Kris Kringle Christmas Market are officially OPEN for our returning vendors 🎄

If you’ve been part of our village before, come claim your spot for another year of market magic!

https://charlescountyfair.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/2026-KKCM-VENDOR-APPLICATION.pdf

See you at the Kringle!

NOTE: Returning vendors only at this time. New vendor applications will open after June 1st.

An excellent opportunity for our interested patrons!
02/21/2026

An excellent opportunity for our interested patrons!

01/30/2026

Dear Friends,

In honor of Black History Month, the Charles County Fairgrounds cordially invites you to an Open House at the Historic McConchie One-Room School.

Please join us as we celebrate the rich educational heritage and enduring spirit of the students and teachers who passed through these doors.

Date: Sunday, February 22

Time: 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM (Ribbon cutting at 3:00 PM)

Location: Charles County Fairgrounds – Bldg A

Guests will have the opportunity to explore the schoolhouse, enjoy light refreshments, and view newly produced historical videos detailing the school's unique journey and its significance in our county's history.

We look forward to sharing these stories with you.

Please RSVP to: [email protected] NLT S: Feb 13

Thank you,

Historic McConchie One-Room School Committee

12/14/2025

The planned oyster roast during the Kris Kringle Christmas Market today has been cancelled due to the weather. Everything else is up and running, so come out and enjoy our annual holiday tradition!

For those who missed our Kris Kringle Fireworks last night, check out this excellent quality video of the show!
12/14/2025

For those who missed our Kris Kringle Fireworks last night, check out this excellent quality video of the show!

Enjoy the videos and music you love, upload original content, and share it all with friends, family, and the world on YouTube.

Today is the last day of this year’s Kris Kringle Christmas Market! There is still time to see Santa and get some great ...
12/14/2025

Today is the last day of this year’s Kris Kringle Christmas Market! There is still time to see Santa and get some great Christmas gifts! Don’t forget that the admission fee of $5.00 benefits The Southern Maryland Food Bank, Charles County Association of Emergency Medical Services, the Charles County Volunteer Firemen’s Association and the Charles County Fair. Please bring a non-perishable food donation for drop off at our entrance gates, if you can! Please be safe getting to the Market!

https://charlescountyfair.com/kriskringlechristmasmarket/

The market is OPEN today from 10AM-3PM ! ⛄️

12/13/2025

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8440 Fairground Road
La Plata, MD
20646

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