Nothing says summer like eating funnel cake and riding a Ferris wheel! Pennsylvania is home to some of our country’s most historic and well-known county fairs. Experience exceptional fair fun at these Pennsylvania county and local fairs across the state.
1. McKean County Fair
Swing by Smethport for the 118th annual McKean County Fair. Known for celebrating Pennsylvania agriculture and family fun, the fair showcases the finest local produce and livestock the area has to offer. Enter your best produce, livestock, handiwork, and baked goods into one of the various competitions to take home grand prize, or spend the day enjoying the pony rides, pageants, demolition derby, and drag races.
When: Aug. 11-17
Where: Smethport
Cost: Price varies
2. Harford Fair
Ready, set, grow to the 166th Harford Fair, the annual celebration of Susquehanna County’s agricultural community. Play farmer for a day and learn how to make farm-fresh honey or goat milk at this summer fair near New York. Have a laugh at quirky competitions including the turkey calling contest and livestock skill-a-thon. Best of all, you can ride all the midway rides for free with the price of admission.
When: Aug. 12-17
Where: New Milford
Cost: $12
3. Middletown Grange Fair
Learn, eat, and celebrate 74 years of the Middletown Grange Fair. Ride the carousel or ferris wheel, enjoy music from local bands, and indulge in delicious fair food. Watch amazing animals compete in hot dog pig races and the aim high dog stunt show. Don’t miss the horse-drawn carriage rides through Bucks County farm country.
When: Aug. 14-18
Where: Wrightstown
Cost: Free; $20 parking fee
4. 124th Annual Somerset County Fair
A showcase of the region’s strong agricultural background, the Somerset County Fair has some of the largest and best livestock shows in the state as well as nightly grandstand entertainment. From square dancing and tractor rides to a pet parade, you’ll get lost in the fun at this classic 10-day Pennsylvania fair.
When: Aug. 15-24
Where: Meyersdale
Cost: $12
5. Centre County Grange Fair
Calling all fun-seekers! The Center County Grange Fair is the only remaining tenting fair in the United States, where thousands of families stay on property in tents and RVs. Known as the “home-away-from-home fair”, this local fair is in its 150th annual year and has everything from live bluegrass music and goat shows to horseshow pitching contests and talent shows.
When: Aug. 16-24
Where: Centre Hall
Cost: Price Varies
6. Westmoreland Agricultural Fair
Celebrating 70 years in 2024, the Westmoreland Agricultural Fair prides itself in showcasing Pennsylvania's No. 1 industry, agriculture, through this immersive and educationally oriented event every August. Spread out between 20 buildings including barns, pavilions, and a small arena, the fair hosts demolition derbies, bottle rocket competitions, pony rides, and petting zoos.
When: Aug. 16-24
Where: Greensburg
Cost: Price varies
7. Crawford County Fair
Held each year in August in Meadville since the 1950’s, the Crawford County Fair is the state's largest agricultural fair and the country’s biggest agricultural fair east of the Mississippi River. The fair in PA hosts poultry shows, bull ride mania events, drag racing competitions, and truck and tractor pulls.
When: Aug. 17-24
Where: Meadville
Cost: Price varies
8. The 102nd West End Fair
More than a century old, the West End Fair attracts over 180,000 visitors to its fairgrounds each year to celebrate the nearby towns and the summer season for an entire week. This iconic PA summer festival promises an exciting week filled with thrilling arena entertainment like opening night fireworks, agricultural exhibits, and antique tractors and engines. The fair opens each day at 2 p.m. and take note that each guest gets a free carousel ride with paid admission!
When: Aug. 18-24
Where: Gilbert
Cost: $8 per person ages 11 and older; 10 and under free
9. Northumberland County Fair
Celebrating the historical traditions of the Northumberland agricultural community, the Northumberland County Fair is known as the “best little fair in PA.” This agriculture-based fair features activities and products for gardens, farms, and home improvement. The daily activities feature tractor pulls, delectable local foods and vibrant fireworks shows. Make sure to put this county fair near the Pocono Mountains on your summer bucket list to join in on the fun and get a taste of the local heritage of Northumberland!
When: Aug. 20-24
Where: Sunbury
Cost: Free
10. Transfer Harvest Home Fair
The town of Transfer is hosting its annual 146th Transfer Harvest Home Fair this August! Originally started as a weekend picnic in 1877, the fair has expanded to include live music, food vendors, arts and crafts, demolition derbies, and a fair queen contest. The fair aims to highlight local agriculture in the area with livestock displays. From grandparents to young kiddos, everyone will enjoy this ever bustling and classic summer fair.
When: Aug. 20-25
Where: Transfer
Cost: $3 per adult; $2 per student; free for children ages 4 and under
11. Greene Dreher Sterling Fair
The Greene Dreher Sterling Fair, also known as the GDS Fair, brings the sleepy town of Newfoundland to life each year with a 10-day event hosted over Labor Day weekend. Located in the rolling hills and lush forests of Wayne County, visitors can take part in the frog jumping contest, pie eating contest, or the car show. Don't miss Connie the Cow, the fair's mascot, as she makes another fun-filled appearance!
When: Aug. 23–Sep. 1
Where: Newfoundland
Cost: $8 per person; $10 Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
12. Indiana County Fair
Get a front row seat to watch local farmers showcase their livestock, crafts, and baked goods at the week-long Indiana County Fair. Always held the week before Labor Day, celebrate 161 years of tractor pulls, harness racing, demolition derbies, nightly entertainment, and carnival food favorites when you attend this must-visit Pennsylvania county fair.
When: Aug. 24-31
Where: Indiana
Cost: Varies
13. Sullivan County Fair
Come one, come all to the Forksville fairgrounds for the 172nd annual Sullivan County Fair, located along the lovely Loyalsock Creek. Get a taste of PA’s agricultural heritage with locally crafted beer and wine, maple products, and blue-ribbon apple pie. Enjoy the warm hospitality of a small-town celebration with a big heart!
When: Aug. 28-Sep. 1
Where: Forksville
Cost: $8; free for children ages 2 and under
14. The Great Allentown Fair
Amp up your Labor Day weekend when you attend The Great Allentown Fair. Held every year at the Allentown Fairgrounds, this end-of-summer event offers a fun and educational experience dedicated to supporting the achievements of farmers, gardeners, and homemakers. Learn the ins and outs of Pennsylvania agriculture as you ride hair-raising amusements, play classic fair games, and watch musical performances. Find a variety of vendors serving up delicious international cuisine, thrilling shows, and quirky displays featuring the latest in gizmos and gadgets.
When: Aug. 28-Sep. 2
Where: Allentown
Cost: $10; free for children ages 12 and under
15. Wyoming County Fair
The annual Wyoming County Fair is a fun family event that celebrates the agricultural heritage of the local community over Labor Day weekend each year. At this PA fair, enjoy live music, horse pulls, rabbit shows, a 5K Race, and even a Fair Queen contest. Be sure to buy your tickets in advance to attend the live concert with country music star Ian Munsick!
When: Aug. 28-Sep. 2
Where: Meshoppen
Cost: $10
16. Juniata County Fair
For 169 years, the Juniata County Fair has celebrated the county's agricultural heritage and continues today with animal exhibits, exquisite floral hall entries, and must-see tractor pulls. The highlight of the week is Port Royal Speedway's thrilled race schedule where you can watch races like the Tuscarora 50.
When: Aug. 28-Sep. 2
Where: Allentown
Cost: $12; free for children ages 12 and under
17. Bloomsburg Fair
Stop by the Bloomsburg Fair for some good hometown PA fun! Don't miss out on the delicious fair food, grandstand shows, livestock contests, harness racing, tractor pulls, demo derbies, produce contests, vendors for shopping, concerts, carnival rides, and games. This year’s fair will also feature a performance by The Beach Boys.
When: Sept. 20-28
Where: Bloomsburg
Cost: Price varies
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