Franklin County Agricultural Fair

09/05/2026

🎉 THE FINAL DAY OF THE 2026 FRANKLIN COUNTY AGRICULTURAL FAIR IS HERE! 🎉

It’s your LAST CHANCE to enjoy all the fun, food, rides, entertainment, animals, exhibits, competitions & more at the 2026 Franklin County Agricultural Fair! 🎢

🎟️ ALL DAY UNLIMITED WRISTBANDS ARE STILL ONLY $15! 🎟️
Come out early, stay all day, and ride as much as you want!

🎪 TODAY'S HIGHLIGHTS 🎪

🕛 GATES OPEN AT NOON!
The fairgrounds open at noon, so come on out and make the most of the FINAL DAY of the fair!

🚜 1:00 PM - ANTIQUE TRACTOR PULL!
The Antique Tractor Pull gets underway at 1:00 PM and will run throughout the day! Come watch these classic machines put their power to the test!

🎩 2:00 / 4:00 / 6:00 / 8:00 PM - JONATHAN AUSTIN'S MAGIC & JUGGLING SHOW!
Under the White Tent, Jonathan Austin will bring four exciting performances filled with magic, juggling, comedy, and family entertainment!

🐔 1:30 PM - FRANKLIN COUNTY 4-H PULLET SHOW!
Head under the Large Shelter at 1:30 PM for the Franklin County 4-H Pullet Show and see some of the area's young 4-H exhibitors showcase their poultry!

🧔 5:00 PM - BEST BEARD COMPETITION!
Who has the best beard at the fair?! Find out at 5:00 PM on the Main Stage! Come cheer on the contestants and see who takes home the bragging rights!

🎶 5:30 PM - LEVI COLLINS!
Enjoy an evening of musical entertainment with Singer Songwriter Levi Collins!

🍳 7:00 PM - LADIES FRYING PAN TOSS COMPETITION!
Get ready for some fun and competition as the ladies take aim in the Frying Pan Toss Competition at 7:00 PM!

🪕 7:30 PM - UP JUMPED TROUBLE!
Wrap up your Saturday night with the sounds of Up Jumped Trouble! Enjoy some great Bluegrass music as the final night of the fair rolls on!

🎢 PLUS ALL YOUR FAIR FAVORITES!
There’s still time to enjoy delicious fair food, exciting rides, animals, exhibits, games, demonstrations, and all the sights and sounds that make the Franklin County Agricultural Fair a special tradition!

📍 Franklin County Recreation Park
2150 Sontag Road, Rocky Mount, VA 24151

🎟️ REMEMBER - ALL DAY UNLIMITED WRISTBANDS ARE STILL JUST $15! 🎟️

Whether you're watching the Antique Tractor Pull, enjoying Jonathan Austin's Magic & Juggling Show, cheering on our 4-H exhibitors, taking in the competitions, or enjoying Levi Collins and Up Jumped Trouble, there’s something for everyone on the FINAL DAY!

🎉 DON'T MISS YOUR LAST CHANCE TO MAKE MEMORIES AT THE 2026 FRANKLIN COUNTY AGRICULTURAL FAIR! COME ON OUT, BRING THE FAMILY, AND LET'S MAKE THE FINAL DAY ONE TO REMEMBER!

09/04/2026

🎉 FRIDAY NIGHT AT THE 2026 FRANKLIN COUNTY AG FAIR IS HERE! 🎉

The weekend is kicking off, and Friday night is bringing LIVE MUSIC, DONKEY BASEBALL, MAGIC, JUGGLING, DEMONSTRATIONS, FAIR FOOD, RIDES & MORE! 🎢🍿🎶

🎪 TONIGHT'S HIGHLIGHTS 🎪

🎶 6:00 PM - DOWN FROM CAHAS ON THE MAIN STAGE!
Start your Friday night with the sounds of Down from Cahas, playing throughout the evening on the Main Stage! Grab some fair food, find a seat, and enjoy an evening of great live music!

🐴⚾ 7:15 PM - DAIRYLAND DONKEY BASEBALL!
Get ready for one of the funniest and most entertaining events of the fair! 😂

Head over to the baseball field beside the fairgrounds around 7:15 PM and watch as teams take the field for a hilarious game of Dairyland Donkey Baseball! You never know what the donkeys will do next!

🎟️ DONKEY BASEBALL IS INCLUDED WITH YOUR GENERAL ADMISSION TICKET! 🎟️

🎩 6:30 / 7:30 / 8:30 PM - JONATHAN AUSTIN'S MAGIC & JUGGLING SHOW!
Get ready for an unforgettable combination of magic, juggling, comedy, and family entertainment! Jonathan Austin will have three exciting shows throughout the evening! 🎩✨

🧵 QUILTING DEMONSTRATION
Stop by under the large shelter and watch skilled quilters demonstrate the art, tradition, and craftsmanship of quilting!

🔨 BLACKSMITH DEMONSTRATION
See traditional blacksmithing in action under the large shelter! Watch fire, metal, and craftsmanship come together right before your eyes!

🎢 PLUS ALL YOUR FAIR FAVORITES!
Enjoy delicious fair food, exciting rides, exhibits, animals, games, and all the sights and sounds that make the Franklin County Agricultural Fair a special tradition!

📍 Franklin County Recreation Park
2150 Sontag Road, Rocky Mount, VA 24151

🎉 Whether you're enjoying Down From Cahas on the Main Stage, cheering on the donkeys, laughing along with Jonathan Austin, or checking out the quilting and blacksmith demonstrations, Friday Night at the Fair has something for everyone!

🎢 COME ON OUT AND MAKE FRIDAY NIGHT AT THE 2026 FRANKLIN COUNTY AGRICULTURAL FAIR ONE TO REMEMBER! 🎉

09/03/2026

NIGHT 2 OF THE 2026 FRANKLIN COUNTY AG FAIR IS ALMOST HERE!

We’re keeping the fun going tonight with SENIOR NIGHT! 🎉

🎟️ SENIOR NIGHT SPECIAL — SEPTEMBER 3, 2026 🎟️
FREE GENERAL ADMISSION for seniors ages 65+!

Bring the family, bring your friends, and come enjoy another exciting night filled with rides, fair food, exhibits, entertainment, and plenty of memories to make!

🎪 TONIGHT'S HIGHLIGHTS 🎪

🍉 6:30 PM - WATERMELON EATING CONTEST
All are encouraged to enter the 2026 Watermelon Eating Contest under the large pavilion to try and take home the yearlong bragging rights.

🐴 7:00 PM — DAIRYLAND DONKEY RACES!
Get ready for one of the most entertaining events of the fair! Head over to the tractor pull track at 7 PM and cheer on the donkeys and their jockeys as they race their way to the finish! 🫏🏁

🎩 5:45 / 6:45 / 8:15 PM - JONATHAN AUSTIN'S 24 EMERGENCY JUGGLING & MAGIC SHOWS
Be sure to catch Jonathan Austin for an unforgettable combination of juggling, magic, comedy, and family entertainment! You never know what surprises are coming next! 🎩

🎶 7:30 PM — MAIN STAGE 🎶
🎻 Orchestra Appalachia
📖 The Jack Tale Players

Enjoy an evening of incredible Appalachian music, storytelling, and entertainment on the Main Stage beginning at 7:30 PM!

📍 Franklin County Recreation Park
2150 Sontag Road, Rocky Mount, VA 24151

🎉 Whether you're joining us for the Dairyland Donkey Races, laughing along with Jonathan Austin, enjoying the sounds of Orchestra Appalachia, or experiencing the stories of The Jack Tale Players, Night Two has something for everyone!

🎢 Come on out and make Night 2 of the 2026 Franklin County Agricultural Fair one to remember!

09/03/2026

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09/03/2026

Congratulations! Talented young man!

09/03/2026

What's in your pumpkin patch? We have a giant this year people!
Family Consumer Sciences, Virginia Cooperative Extension Virginia Cooperative Extension Franklin County Agricultural Fair Franklin County, VA

09/03/2026

Franklin County Agricultural Fair 4-H Pullet show coming up this Saturday. Come out and support the youth this Saturday!

09/03/2026