The Wilson County – Tennessee State Fairis back with live entertainment, interactive exhibits, concerts, agricultural experiences and family-friendly attractions for all ages. Click for More Kids and Family News
Several Fair favorites are returning this year, including hypnotist Richard Barker, the David Turner & Friends ventriloquist show, and Doodles the Clown. Fairgoers can also visit the Travel TN exhibit to experience the whole state in one place, stop by Eudora Farms’ exotic petting zoo, explore the Ag Venture Barn, and discover homegrown products at the Pick Tennessee Experience.
Concerts are included with Fair admission this year, with Linda Davis performing Sunday, August 16, and country star RaeLynn taking the stage Monday, August 17 — both presented by Bates Ford.
Agriculture remains central to the Fair, with more than 150 livestock shows featuring exhibitors from across Tennessee. Over in the Motorsports Arena, truck and tractor pulls and monster truck shows keep the excitement going throughout the event.
Fiddlers Grove Historic Village offers a step back in time, with more than 60 historic buildings, artisan demonstrations, and live music at the Opry Stage, plus bluegrass and gospel performances. Visitors can tour the Blacksmith Shop, Grist Mill and Schoolhouse, and browse the General Store — where a Coke float and bologna sandwich are a must.
New this year, guests can tour the America 250 Freedom Truck for an interactive look at U.S. history, catch the Paul Bunyan Lumberjack Show, and meet Rock-It the Robot as he mingles with fairgoers around the grounds. New hands-on competitions — Log Sawing, Build-a-Birdhouse and Timber Callin’ — give visitors of all ages a chance to test their skills while celebrating this year’s agricultural theme, the Year of Forestry.
Thrill seekers can also head to the Reithoffer Shows Carnival, featuring more than 60 rides including the TN Lift SkyRide, Kiddie Land, Ferris wheels, roller coasters, carousels and more.
Whether you’re catching a concert, cheering on livestock exhibitors, or making memories at the carnival, the Wilson County – Tennessee State Fair offers countless ways to experience the Best 10 Days of the Year.
The Fair runs August 13-22, 2026, at the James E. Ward Agricultural Center in Lebanon, celebrating “Tennessee Voices and Volunteers Celebrating America 250!” and the Year of Forestry. For a complete entertainment schedule and daily events, visit www.wilsoncountytnstatefair.com.
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