The Virginia State Fair is kicking off the fall season today with fried foods, folk songs, fascinating vendors + fun rides. 🎠
You can start your adventure as soon as 10 o’clock this morning at the fairgrounds, located at The Meadow Event Park in Doswell — 30 minutes from downtown Richmond.
📍Parking
- General Parking: Free
- Premium Parking: $22.50, can be found by Gate 2 near the Farm Bureau Center.
- Pro tip: Re-entry to the fair is allowed if you have that day’s ticket, plus blankets + chairs are allowed for concerts.
⏰ Hours
- Gates open: 10 a.m.-9 p.m.
- Amusement park rides open: 11 a.m.
- Pro tip: No gate tickets will be sold after 8 p.m.
🎟 Tickets
- Gate admission: $16, 4-years-old + under free
- Unlimited Ride Wristband at gate: $32
- Online ticket sales: $15, 4-years-old + under free
- Online Unlimited Ride Wristband: $30
- Pro tip: Military discounts available at the gate if you show proper ID.
🎢 Attractions
Rides: Make sure you check the height requirements ahead of time.
Farm Animals: They even have a variety of birds to meet.
Concert Series: Kicks off with C&C Music Factory on the main stage tonight at 7:30.
Heritage Village: Take a trip back in time through Virginia farming history.
Competitions: Crafters, livestock owners + gardeners will compete for top prizes.
Food + Vendor List: Say hi to your favorite local snack shops, or the toy and sports booths.
🍻 Special Events
Publix Farm to Table Dinners | Sept. 24 + Oct. 1 | 7-9 p.m. | $50
Blue Ribbon Craft Beer Festival | Oct. 2-3 | 2-7 p.m. | $44, includes fair admission
These are only some highlights of what the State Fair has planned for this year. Check out this Thrill Guide for a detailed fairground map + full schedule to make sure you get to experience all of your fall favorites. 🎡
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