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The State Fair of Virginia

State Fair of VA

The State Fair of Virginia is here! 

Where: Meadow Event Park, 13191 Dawn Blvd, Doswell VA 23047

When: September 22 – October 1, 2023. Open daily 10am-9pm. Amusement rides open at 11am daily and the Midway will continue to operate for a minimum of one hour after the Ticket Plaza closes or longer on weekends at the discretion of fair management. Buildings open until 9 pm.

Cost: Tickets are now on sale and you can save when you purchase in advance/online before 9/22/23: Purchase Tickets Here! No gate tickets sold at the Ticket Plaza after 8 pm.

Tickets during the fair:

  • General Admission $13+ fee for a total of $15 when purchased online ($16 at the gate)
  • Ages 4 and under FREE
  • Military – $13 ($3 off the regular gate price) for active-duty service members, National Guard, Reserve, retired military and retirees with a current military ID, and Veterans with a Virginia DMV veteran’s credentialed license or ID card. Applies to service member and 1 guest.
  • Unlimited ride wristband $27+fee for total $30 when purchased online ($32 at the gate)
  • General parking is FREE. Premium parking is $20 +fee per day

Purchase Tickets Here!

Description: The State Fair of Virginia is a multi-day event at the beautiful rural setting of The Meadow Event Park, which opened in 2009. You can enjoy rides, pet animals, see amazing shows, play games, see a concert or enjoy delicious food. With different events happening every day, no two visits are ever the same. Click HERE to check out the Full Schedule of Events!

State Fair of Virginia

State Fair of Virginia