From Friday, July 24th to Sunday, August 2nd, the Fredericksburg Fairgrounds will play host to the oldest fair of its kind in the United States: the Fredericksburg Agricultural Fair. Established in 1738, the Fredericksburg Fair is revered for celebrating old traditions, while also adding a modern flair to the fair experience.
Attractions such as the ferris wheel and carousel will be ready for kids and adults to ride. The petting zoo has adorable farm animals that will delight guests of all ages, and the fair even has a camel available for rides (“Watch out, they spit”). Refreshments at the Fair will consist of classic carnival food, as well as local vendors. Partake in other events such as Family Karaoke Night and pageants. The fair even has a beautiful museum at the front of the fairgrounds, detailing the history of this classic event.
The Fredericksburg Fair will also feature a number of exciting events, from DJ concerts to monster truck rides. They will have theme nights as well, including College Night on July 27th, and Educator’s Appreciation Night on July 28th.
The Fredericksburg Agricultural Fair has been a cavalcade of fun since its inception in 1738, and this year will be no exception. Tickets can be purchased at the fair; for more information, please call them at (540) 373-1294.
🎬 Learn more about the Fredericksburg Agricultural Fair from 2022.
Updated on May 21, 2026.