Aug 16, 2024 - Things to Do

There are tons of fairs to check out around D.C.

Mimi Montgomery

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It's a bad time to be fried food on a stick, because there are a ton of county and state fairs lined up for the D.C. region.

Why it matters: Um, like we said — fried food on a stick.

State of play: There are several fairs you can check out this weekend, plus more coming into the fall.

🎡 Montgomery County Fair

Saturday's your last day to head to the Montgomery County Fairgrounds in Gaithersburg.

To check out: A demolition derby Friday and Saturday night, entertainment like chainsaw-carving demonstrations and pig races, and tons of food and rides.
Single-day tickets are $13.

🎡 Prince William County Fair

The fair at the county fairgrounds and event center in Manassas runs through Saturday.

To check out: A monster truck show Friday and a demolition derby Saturday night, plus wine tastings, camel and pony rides, dog shows, and more.
Tickets are $25 for adults, $15 for kids.

🎡 Arlington County Fair

You have until Sunday to check out this fair held at Arlington's Thomas Jefferson Community Center.

To check out: Live music, a petting zoo, a burrito-eating contest, a foam party, and all the rides and classic fair fuel, plus a food truck alley and beer garden.
Admission is free; ride ticket prices vary.

What's next: Fair-heads will have plenty of opportunities to get their corndog on throughout the fall.

Maryland State Fair: Aug. 22-Sept. 8
Anne Arundel County Fair: Sept. 11-15
Charles County Fair: Sept. 12-15
The Great Frederick Fair: Sept. 13-21
State Fair of Virginia: Sept. 27-Oct. 6
Stafford County Fair: Oct. 17-20

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