County and state fairs are popping up across the DC area, bringing carnival rides, livestock, demolition derbies, pie-eating contests, and plenty of food to enjoy.
Upcoming Fairs
The Jollof Festival will take place on August 15 at Union Market, where visitors can sample different regional takes on the beloved rice dish and vote for their favorite. The National Book Festival will be held on August 22 at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center, featuring author talks and programs.
The DC State Fair will take place on September 6 at Anthem Row, with live music, demonstrations, and educational workshops. The Howard County State Fair will run from August 8-15, featuring agricultural attractions such as horse shows and rabbit juggling. The Montgomery County Agricultural Fair will be held from August 14-22, boasting an impressive list of carnival rides and monster truck events.
The Maryland State Fair will take place from August 27-30, September 3-7, and September 10-13, featuring shopping, horse racing, a rodeo, and yoga for goats and puppies. The Charles County Fair will be held from September 17-20, celebrating the county’s agricultural roots with livestock, 4-H exhibits, and classic fair food.
The Arlington County Fair will run from August 12-16, offering a mix of carnival rides, live entertainment, and fair food. The Virginia State Fair will take place from September 25 to October 4, featuring park rides, animals, live music, and a heritage village. The Stafford County Agricultural & Homemaking Fair will be held from October 15-18, featuring a petting zoo, pony rides, and mustache, beard, and mullet competitions.
Original reporting: Alexandria, VA News – WTOP News — read the source article.
