Washington County Fairgrounds, Inc.
SAVE THE DATE FOR THE 2023 WASHINGTON COUNTY FAIR
SEPTEMBER 11 – 16, 2023
SAVE THE DATE FOR THE 2023 WASHINGTON COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS GOLF TOURNAMENT, APRIL 20, 2023 AT GLENROCHIE COUNTRY CLUB. YOUR CHANCE TO WIN $10,000 AND MORE
SAVE THE DATE FOR THE 2023 ABINGDON FIDDLERS’ CONVENTION
JUNE 9-10, 2023
TICKETS ON SALE NOW AT MEADE REALTY IN ABINGDON, OR ONLINE BY CLICKING HERE
Updates for 2022:
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Chairs will ONLY be available for the reserved seat section. If not purchasing a reserved seat, you must bring your own chair. Be sure to buy a general admission ticket, along with a reserved seat.
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General admission ticket will not get you a reserved seat. Reserved seats are an add on.
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The best value for the week is to buy a season pass, 6 days of general admission tickets for only $60.00.
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Kids Under 13 are FREE
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New Events for 2022:
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Pre-Fair Event: TRUCK PULL will be Saturday, September 10th
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Mercy’s Barnyard Adventure located inside Building A – Open all week
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Bingo is Back on Tuesday, September 13th, Building A
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Silent Auction inside Building A – Tuesday, September 13th Items include but not limited to: VT Football Tickets, Barter Tickets, E&H Football Tickets, Jewelry, Cumbow China and More
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Greased Pig Scramble has moved to Wednesday, September 14th at 6:00 PM inside the Barn.
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Mullet & Beard Contest Thursday, September 15th Building A
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Touch – A – Truck – September 15th
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Bull Riding/Rodeo – Wednesday & Thursday, September 14-15 in the Horse Arena
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Appalachian Craft Corner @ The Washington County Fair- Free Classes nightly in Building A from 5:30-7:30. Appropriate for all ages and abilities.
Monday- Pinch Pot Pottery
Tuesday- Barn Quilt Painting
Wednesday – Woodblock Printing
Thursday – Pulled String Painting
Friday – Coffee Filter Butterflies
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Free Square Dance by Tyler Hughes & Bluegrass Band- Saturday night 6:00-8:00
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And More….
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INFORMATION IS BEING POSTED DAILY SO BE SURE TO CHECK BACK AND ALSO FOLLOW US ON FACEBOOK AND INSTAGRAM
The Washington County Fair is a family friendly event in Abingdon, VA that has grown to be a permanent and well recognized part of Washington County. For 72 years the fair has hosted a variety of events and fun activities, such as Music Concerts, Livestock Shows, Horse Shows, Demolition Derby, Truck Pull, School Days, Senior Day, Carnival Rides, Food, Commercial Exhibits, Educational Exhibits, Arts, Crafts, and Old McDonald’s Petty Zoo plus other special events.
See our Entertainment Page for more information or Click here to purchase tickets online. Tickets go on sale Thursday, July 28, 2022

The Washington County Fairgrounds is located at 17046 Fairground Drive in Abingdon, Virginia. For six days in September, the Fairgrounds serve as the home for the Washington County Fair.
At other times, the Fairgrounds facilities are available to individuals, families, organizations and commercial events and businesses for a wide variety of exciting events. Each year, the Fairgrounds host events such as:
- Horse Shows
- Abingdon Fiddlers’ Convention
- Cattle & Horse Sales
- Agricultural Shows
- Company Parites
- Political Events
- Entertainment Facilities
- Religious Events
- Community Yard Sales
- Concerts
- And Much More
See our RENTALS page for a sampling of the amenities offered by the Fairgrounds. Or contact us to discuss your specific needs.
A chance to give… Support your Washington County Fairground with our
CHARITABLE CONTRIBUTION PROGRAM