As the sun sets, glow sticks and light-up fidgets emerge at the Sensory Play Tent. Join us for a silent dance party with headphones playing family-friendly dance music from 7:00 – 9:30.

Fair Hours: 12:00 pm - 10:00 pm. Gate Hours: 12:00 pm - 9:00 pm. Make sure you stop by the many attractions and exhibits available at this year’s Fair. The Competition Tent is where all of Amherst County’s talents are on display. From art to gardening to baking, you don’t want to miss out on…

Join us Saturday, September 6th, at the Amherst County Fair and cheer on Shenandoah Valley Tractor Pullers. Racers will use their modified lawn tractors and race to pull sleds across the fairgrounds.

The Made in Amherst Junior Maker’s Market features local makers and entrepreneurs all under 18!

The Beer Garden will be available during live music.

Join us at the Sensory Play Tent for this free workshop. Make your own travel-sized sensory bottle, perfect for calming down on the go.

Mutton Busting with Wild Buck Borregos was such a hit last year, we brought it back! Mutton bustin’ kidos try to hang on for 8 seconds to prove that they’re as tough as any bull rider.