State Fair Announces 14th Annual Barn Decorating Contest
LEWISBURG, WV (10/29/2024) (readMedia)– The State Fair of West Virginia is excited to announce its 14th Annual Christmas Barn Decorating Contest at the State Fairgrounds in Lewisburg. This year, businesses, non-profits, school-based, and other civic organizations will have the opportunity to decorate one of ten horse barns located adjacent to Route 219 North.
“With Christmas at the Fair growing every year, thousands of people are seeing the hard work and creativity organizations put into decorating the barns,” State Fair CEO Kelly Collins stated. “We can’t wait to see what folks come up with this year and hope to have all 10 barns decorated.”
Judged by a private panel of individuals from around the community, the winning entry will receive $300, with second and third place receiving $200 and $100, respectively. Only the east end of the barns will be decorated, and work must be completed by 5:00 pm Saturday, November 23, 2024.
For more information or for an application, please call 304-645-1090, or email kellyt@statefairofwv.com. Barns will be assigned on a first-come-first-serve basis. Applications are due by Friday, November 15,2024.
The State Fair of West Virginia, with a $16.9 million-dollar statewide economic impact, is a 501 © 3 non-profit corporation committed to the traditions of agriculture, family entertainment, and education. The 100th annual State Fair of West Virginia is a 10-day event scheduled for August 7-16, 2025. For more information, please visit www.statefairofwv.com.
State Fair of West Virginia to Open Next Week
LEWISBURG, WV (08/01/2024) (readMedia)– Gates are set to open for the 99th Annual State Fair of West Virginia on Thursday, August 8, 2024, at 8 AM, with carnival rides opening at 11 AM. To celebrate the return of the state’s largest multi-day event, catch opening day specials, including $8 gate admission and a $25 all-day ride pass.
“We have a great 10-days planned this year, including two already sold-out concerts, amazing fair food, thrilling rides, and livestock shows throughout the week,” State Fair CEO Kelly Collins stated. “Summer may be ending, but there is still time to get a few more days of fun in!”
The 2024 Concert Series features Turnpike Troubadours (8/8), Lil Jon with special guest Landon Cube (8/9), Buckin’ B Bull Ride (8/10), West Virginia’s own Charles Wesley Godwin with special guest Muscadine Bloodline (8/11), Seether (8/12), Anne Wilson with special guest Luke Bower (8/13), Jimmy Fortune (8/14), Bailey Zimmerman with Special Guest Matt Schuster (8/15), Oliver Anthony (8/16), Travis Tritt with Special Guest War Hippies (8/17).
Keeping true to tradition, the fair has a full 10-day schedule of livestock events, including the WV High School Rodeo, Junior 4-H and FFA livestock shows, horse shows, and the memorable and fan-favorite Draft Horse Pull on Friday, August 16 at 9 AM!
The gate specials offered throughout the week will be the Opening Day gate and ride special (8/8), Communities in Schools of Greenbrier County – Tools for School Supply Drive (bring in 3 school supply items or 2 personal hygiene products and receive $8 gate admission OR $25 for rides and gate admission on 8/12), Senior Citizen’s Day (8/13), the Early Bird Special featuring $1 admission from 9 AM – 5 PM (8/14), Military Day (8/15) and an Afternoon Special for guests arriving after 4 PM (8/13 – 8/15). Children ages 10 and under will once again get in free all day, every day.
As always, there will also be exciting free entertainment opportunities for all ages, including the Paul Bunyan Lumberjack Show, Live Shark Encounter, Butterfly Encounter, Hot Glass Academy, and the return of Hypnotist Catherine Hickland to the UScellular Free Stage!
The sponsors helping to make the 2024 fair a reality are 99.5 WJLS, Busch Light, Can-Am, Douglas A Bicksler CPA, Greenbrier Valley Medical Center, Farm Credit, First Energy Foundation, Freedm AG & Energy, H & M Electric & Construction, Long View Eye Center, People’s Bank, Pepsi, Tractor Supply, UScellular, Warren’s Real Estate and Auction, WV811, WV Adult Education, and the WV Lottery.
Mark your calendars and join us at the 2024 State Fair of West Virginia to celebrate the old and make new mountain memories!
The 10-day State Fair of West Virginia is celebrating 99 years of “Mountain Memories” on August 8 -17, 2024. The State Fair of West Virginia, with a $13.8 million-dollar economic impact on the state of West Virginia, is a 501 © 3 non-profit corporation committed to the traditions of agriculture, family entertainment, and education. For more information, please visit www.statefairofwv.com, or follow fair events on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. Join the conversation by using #sfwv!
State Fair to Host School Supply Drive
LEWISBURG, WV (07/16/2024) (readMedia)– The State Fair of West Virginia in partnership with Communities in Schools of Greenbrier County (CISGC), is set to host a school supply drive on Monday, August 12, 2024, at the 99th Annual State Fair!
Fairgoers are asked to bring in three (3) different school supply items OR two (2) hygiene products and pay only $25 for gate admission and carnival rides from 11 AM to 11 PM. Those who do not wish to ride carnival rides will receive a discounted $8 gate admission.
“We are very excited to be partnering with Communities in Schools of Greenbrier County, which does amazing work with kids in our area,” State Fair CEO Kelly Collins stated. “By offering a discount to those who donate, we hope to encourage even more fairgoers to participate and support this incredible organization.”
Supplies may be redeemed at the main tunnel entrance or gate 5 located on 219 North ONLY. All donations will directly benefit students within the region to ensure they have the essential tools needed for academic success.
“As we approach our 20th anniversary, this partnership is an exceptional way to jump start the celebration and another successful school year for local youth,” Brittany Brackenrich Executive Director of CISGC stated. “We are beyond grateful for the State Fair of West Virginia team and for those participating in the school supply drive!”
Visit www.statefairofwv.com/tickets for a full list of acceptable donations.
The mission of CISGC is to surround students with a community of support, empowering them to stay in school and achieve in life.Visit www.cisgc.org for more information.
The 10-day State Fair of West Virginia is celebrating 99 years on August 8-17, 2024. The State Fair of West Virginia, with a $16.9 million-dollar economic impact on the state of West Virginia, is a 501 Š 3 non-profit corporation committed to the traditions of agriculture, family entertainment, and education. For more information, please visit www.statefairofwv.com, or follow fair events on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. Join the conversation by using #sfwv!
Entry Deadline Approaching for State Fair of West Virginia
LEWISBURG, WV (07/01/2024) (readMedia)– Entry Deadlines for the 99th Annual State Fair of West Virginia are quickly approaching, with livestock due by midnight on July 6, 2024, and home, arts and garden by midnight July 12, 2024.
“Seeing the hard work exhibitors put into their entries and projects is always a highlight of the State Fair,” CEO Kelly Collins stated. “From the quilts, art, food, flowers, and vegetables in the West Virginia Building, to livestock exhibits in the barns, it is a tradition we hope to continue to grow for years to come.”
All entry information and registration can be found by visiting www.statefairofwv.com/
The 10-day State Fair of West Virginia is celebrating 99 years on August 8-17, 2024. The State Fair of West Virginia, with a $16.9 million-dollar economic impact on the state of West Virginia, is a 501 © 3 non-profit corporation committed to the traditions of agriculture, family entertainment, and education. For more information, please visit www.statefairofwv.com, or follow fair events on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. Join the conversation by using #sfwv!
State Fair Announces 13th Annual Christmas Barn Decorating Contest
LEWISBURG, WV (11/02/2023) (readMedia)– The State Fair of West Virginia is excited to announce its 13th Annual Christmas Barn Decorating Contest at the State Fairgrounds in Lewisburg. This year, businesses, non-profits, school-based, and other civic organizations will have the opportunity to decorate one of ten horse barns located adjacent to Route 219 North.
“With Christmas at the Fair growing every year, thousands of people are seeing the hard work and creativity organizations put into decorating the barns,” State Fair CEO Kelly Collins stated. “We can’t wait to see what folks come up with this year and hope to have all 10 barns decorated.”
Judged by a private panel of individuals from around the community, the winning entry will receive $300, with second and third place receiving $200 and $100, respectively. Only the east end of the barns will be decorated, and work must be completed by 5:00 pm Saturday, November 18, 2023.
For more information or for an application, please call 304-645-1090, or email office@statefairofwv.com. Barns will be assigned on a first-come-first-serve basis. Applications are due by Friday, November 10, 2023.
The State Fair of West Virginia, with a $16.9 million-dollar statewide economic impact, is a 501 © 3 non-profit corporation committed to the traditions of agriculture, family entertainment, and education. The 99th annual State Fair of West Virginia is a 10-day event scheduled for August 8-17, 2024. For more information, please visit www.statefairofwv.com.
One Week Until 98th Annual State Fair of West Virginia
LEWISBURG, WV (08/03/2023) (readMedia)– Gates are set to open for the 98th Annual State Fair of West Virginia on Thursday, August 10, 2023, at 8 AM, with carnival rides opening at 11 AM. To celebrate the return of the state’s largest multi-day event, catch opening day specials including $8 gate admission and a $25 all-day ride pass.
“We have a great 10-days planned this year, including two already sold-out concerts, amazing fair food, thrilling rides, and livestock shows throughout the week,” State Fair CEO Kelly Collins stated. “Summer may be ending, but there is still time to get a few more days of fun in!”
The 2023 Concert Series features two sold-out shows this year, including HARDY with special guest John Morgan (8/13) and Lainey Wilson with special guest Meg McRee (8/14). Tickets are still available for Yung Gravy with special guest DJ Tiiiiiiiiiip (8/10), Nelly with special guest Trea Landon (8/11), the Buckin’ B Bull Ride (8/12), Zach Williams with special guest David Leonard (8/16), Riley Green with special guest Chase McDaniel (8/17), Whiskey Myers with special guest Matt Koziol (8/18) and Ludacris (8/19). Statler Brothers’ Sons Wilson Fairchild will also take the stage on Tuesday, August 15, as a free show.
True to its roots, the SFWV will feature a full 10-days of livestock shows, including the WV High School Rodeo, Junior 4-H and FFA livestock shows, horse shows, and of course, the fan-favorite Draft Horse Pull on Friday, August 18, at 9 AM.
Gate specials throughout the week include First Energy’s Magic Monday (8/14), Senior Citizen’s Day (8/15), the Early Bird Special featuring $1 admission from 9 AM – 2 PM (8/16) and Military Discount Day (8/17). Children ages 10 and under will once again get in free all day, every day.
The week is also filled with free entertainment for all ages including the All-American High Dive, Aussie Animal Kingdom, Disc Connected K9s, Roberto the Magnificent, the Hot Glass Academy, and the return of Hypnotist Catherine Hickland to the U.S. Cellular Free Stage!
Sponsors for this year’s fair include American Beer and the Runyon Family, Greenbrier Valley Medical Center, Busch Light, Doulgas A Bicksler CPA, 99.5 WJLS, Long View Eye Center, Farm Credit, First Energy Foundation, Paradise RVs, People’s Bank, Pepsi, Tractor Supply, U.S. Cellular, Warren’s Real Estate and Auction, WV811 and the WV Lottery.
The 10-day State Fair of West Virginia is celebrating 98 years of “Cue the Fun” on August 10-19, 2023. The State Fair of West Virginia, with a $13.8 million-dollar economic impact on the state of West Virginia, is a 501 © 3 non-profit corporation committed to the traditions of agriculture, family entertainment, and education. For more information, please visit www.statefairofwv.com, or follow fair events on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and Twitter. Join the conversation by using #sfwv!
