Celebrating the rich agricultural history, community spirit, and heritage of Bedford County, Virginia. Fun for the whole family!
A grassroots event organized for the community, by the community.
Daily concerts on the main stage featuring Kam'ron Smith, New Standard, Blue Collar Band, Star City Rockers, and more!
Funnel cakes, cotton candy, BBQ, and more! Local food vendors serving up classic fair favorites and unique regional treats.
Enjoy midway rides, carnival games, and family-friendly entertainment. Armbands and ride ticket packs available.
Baking, canning, photography, art, horticulture, and more! Compete for ribbons and prizes in a variety of categories.
Visit the farm tent all weekend long! Meet farm animals and enjoy hands-on agricultural activities for the whole family.
Experience Virginia's traveling fine arts exhibit — featuring works from artists across the Commonwealth. Located next to the Home Goods Pavilion.
Show off your skills on the Main Stage! Open to individuals and groups, Youth (18 & under) and Open (18+). Register by July 26th! | View Rules (PDF)
The Bedford County Fair Open Horse Show is back! View the Class List (PDF) and Register here!
Show your animals at the Bedford County Fair! Register for Livestock here!
Show off your skills! Entries accepted the week before the fair at the Main Pavilion — Liberty Lake Park.
Entries accepted for all exhibits except baked goods and horticulture. Main Pavilion – Liberty Lake Park.
Entries accepted for all exhibits except baked goods and horticulture. Main Pavilion – Liberty Lake Park.
All entries accepted, including baked goods and horticulture. Wednesday is the only day we accept baked goods and horticulture entries — all must be fresh. Baked goods are tasted by the judges, as well as jams, jellies, preserves, and fruit butters.
Home Goods Exhibit Hall will be closed to the public. Judging takes place on this day.
Three days of family fun, entertainment, and celebration.
Fair officially opens — rides, food & vendors ready
Next to Home Goods Exhibit Pavilion
Browse contest entries and award-winning exhibits
Meet farm animals & enjoy hands-on activities
Next to the Home Goods Pavilion. Donations accepted.
Live on the Main Stage
Grab your boots and hit the dance floor!
Full day of fun begins!
Next to Home Goods Exhibit Pavilion
Browse contest entries and award-winning exhibits
Learn how local nonprofit organizations help members of our community. Grounds next to Home Goods Pavilion.
Kid's Corn Bin, Corn Hole, and more!
Meet farm animals & enjoy hands-on activities
Storytelling & community conversations (11:30 AM – 12:30 PM)
Live on the Main Stage
Live on the Main Stage
Live on the Main Stage
Last day — don't miss the fun!
Next to Home Goods Exhibit Pavilion
Last chance to see contest entries! Pick up entries begins at 6 PM.
Meet farm animals & enjoy hands-on activities
Live performance on the Main Stage
Local performers showcase their talents! Register here by July 26th. | View Rules (PDF)
Close out the fair with a dance party on the Main Stage!
Keeping the fair accessible for all Bedford County families.
* Armbands must be purchased together. Sold until one hour before session end.
🎖 Salute to Heroes — Available Every Day!
Military & Law Enforcement: 20% Discount on Ride Tickets for Active/Retired Service with ID (Limit 2 discounts per ID per day)
🚌 Parking available on-site and at shuttle locations (to be determined).
Meet the vendors bringing the best of Bedford County to the fair.
More vendors coming soon! Interested? Apply here.
Interested in being a vendor at the Bedford County Fair? Apply below!
Help make the Bedford County Fair a success!
Important documents and information for the 2026 Bedford County Fair.
Learn about the Bedford County Fair — our mission, history, and the volunteers who make it happen.
Support the fair! View sponsorship tiers and benefits for businesses and organizations.
Important rules, policies, and guidelines for all fair vendors.
Rules, eligibility, and registration info for the 2026 Talent Show.
Details, classes, and entry information for the Open Horse Show.
Register for the Open Horse Show via Google Forms.
Register your livestock entries for the 2026 Bedford County Fair.
Apply to perform at the 2026 Talent Show. Deadline: July 26th.
Sign up to volunteer at the 2026 Bedford County Fair.
Browse all contest categories for the 2026 Home Goods exhibits. Print & plan your entries!
Print and fill out this form to enter your exhibits at the fair.
Entry form for the poster and essay contest.
Entry form for the quilt block and barn quilt contest.
Find us at Liberty Lake Park in Bedford.
939 Burks Hills Rd, Bedford, VA 24523
Free parking on-site & shuttle locations (TBD)
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Thank you to our generous sponsors for making the Bedford County Fair possible.
The Bedford County Fair is a proud partner of the VA250 program, commemorating the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution.