Chesterfield County Fair opens for nine-day run
TL;DR: The Chesterfield County Fair opened Friday for a nine-day run at the Courthouse Road fairgrounds, marking the event's 115th anniversary with live music, pig races, carnival rides, and patriotic "America 250" themed celebrations.
Quick facts
- Who: Chesterfield County Fair organizers and visitors; fair manager Brenda White Vaughn
- What: Nine-day county fair with live music, pig races, carnival rides, horse shows, competitions, and other family attractions
- When: August 28 through September 5, 2026
- Where: Chesterfield County Fairgrounds, 10300 Courthouse Road, Chesterfield, Virginia
The story
The Chesterfield County Fair opened Friday and will run through September 5, offering nine days of family entertainment at the fairgrounds on Courthouse Road. The fair marks its 115th anniversary this year and is celebrating "America 250" with patriotic red, white, and blue themed elements throughout the grounds.
The fair features live music performances, pig races, and traditional carnival rides operated by Jolly Shows. Additional attractions include horse shows, poultry competitions, arts and crafts exhibitions, a power wheels derby, a hypnotist show, a Heritage Village exhibit, and indoor vendor displays. Various food vendors and carnival game stations are also available.
Fair manager Brenda White Vaughn said organizers are "celebrating 115 years of catch the fun at the Chesterfield County Fair" while commemorating American heritage. The fair operates with varying hours throughout the week: Monday through Friday from 5 p.m. to 11 p.m., with extended hours on Friday, September 4 from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m., and Saturday and Sunday hours from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.
Admission is $12 for adults, $8 for seniors, $6 for children ages 4-12, and free for children under 3. The fair has implemented a clear-bag policy to expedite entry and improve security. Visitors age 17 and younger must be accompanied by a parent or chaperone who is at least 21 years old.
Key players
- Brenda White Vaughn: Fair manager
- Chesterfield County Fair: Organizer and operator of the annual county fair
Key dates
- 2026-08-28: Chesterfield County Fair opens
- 2026-09-05: Chesterfield County Fair closes
- 2026-09-04: Extended hours (11 a.m. to 11 p.m.)
Why it matters: The county fair provides a long-standing annual tradition offering free and low-cost family entertainment during late summer, drawing residents from across Chesterfield County to celebrate local agriculture, youth achievement through 4-H projects, and community heritage.
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Development timeline
- 2026-08-28Chesterfield County Fair opening day: Nine-day fair opens at Courthouse Road fairgrounds with live music, pig races, carnival rides, and America 250 patriotic celebrations marking the event's 115th anniversary [source]
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