Chesterfield County Fair returns with summer attractions
TL;DR: The 115th Chesterfield County Fair runs through September 5 with nine days of rides, livestock shows, live music, food, and entertainment.
Quick facts
- Who: Chesterfield County Fair
- What: Annual fair with rides, live music, pig races, horse shows, craft exhibits, food, and entertainment
- When: August 28 - September 5, 2026
- Where: Chesterfield County Fairgrounds, 10300 Courthouse Road, Chesterfield
The story
The 115th Chesterfield County Fair opened August 28 and continues through September 5, offering nine days of traditional carnival attractions and community entertainment at the Chesterfield County Fairgrounds.
The fair features rides operated by Jolly Shows, live musical performances each evening at 8 p.m., and competitions including horse shows, rodeo events, and tractor pulls. Attendees can view craft exhibitions, livestock displays, and historical exhibits including "1849 Camp Life" and Heritage Village. Interactive attractions include pig races, chainsaw carving demonstrations, comedy hypnosis shows, science demonstrations, and circus acts.
A new addition this year is a Frisbee dog show provided by Disc Connected K9's. The fair also hosts International Day on August 30 to celebrate Chesterfield's multicultural community. Fairgoers can enjoy traditional fair food and the Chesterfield Cheers beer garden.
The illuminated Ferris wheel is lit nightly with red, white, and blue colors. Grandstand entertainment includes tribute bands and classic performers. Children ages 17 and younger require a parent or chaperone (age 21+) for entry each day.
Admission is $12 for adults, $8 for seniors (60+), $6 for children ages 4-12, and free for children under 3. Weekday hours are 5-11 p.m.; weekend hours are 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Friday, September 4 opens at 11 a.m.
Key players
- Chesterfield County Fair Association: Fair organizer
- Brenda White Vaughn: Fair General Manager
Key dates
- 2026-08-28: Chesterfield County Fair opens
- 2026-08-30: International Day at the fair
- 2026-09-04: Extended hours, fair open 11 a.m.-11 p.m.
- 2026-09-05: Fair closing day
Why it matters: The fair offers Chesterfield County families nine days of affordable entertainment, live entertainment, and community gathering during the late summer season.
Places
Development timeline
- 2026-08-28115th Chesterfield County Fair opens: Fair begins with rides, attractions, grandstand entertainment, and food [source]
- 2026-08-30International Day at the fair: Special entertainment celebrating Chesterfield's multicultural community [source]
- 2026-09-05Fair closes: Last day of the 115th Chesterfield County Fair [source]
Related links
- Chesterfield County Fair - Official Website
- Fair Entertainment Schedule
- 2026 Fair Calendar
- Ticket Purchase
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