Arlington County Fair

Arlington County Fair Celebrate 50 Years of Fairs at the Arlington County Fair, August 12-16, 2026! Follow us on Instagram:
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The Arlington County Fair takes place each August at Thomas Jefferson Community Center and Park in Arlington, VA. Check out our Linktree: https://linktr.ee/arlingtoncountyfair

08/17/2026

Weather Update 8/16, 9PM: For everyone’s safety, the Fairgrounds are NOW CLOSED due to inclement weather. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation as we keep our community, staff and vendors safe.

Thank you for coming out and celebrating the 50th Arlington County Fair with us! We’re so grateful for everyone who joined us and helped make this milestone year so special.

08/17/2026

Weather update 8/16, 8:45 pm: for everyone’s safety, activities will resume 30 minutes after the last sound of thunder or sighting of lightning. ⁣
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Thank you, Arlington, for your patience and cooperation as we prioritize everyone’s safety during weather pauses. We appreciate your understanding.

Crust us, this is how you spend a Saturday at the Fair. 🥧Thank you, Arlington, for spending part of your weekend with us...
08/15/2026

Crust us, this is how you spend a Saturday at the Fair. 🥧

Thank you, Arlington, for spending part of your weekend with us! From cheering on our pie-eating champs to leaving with berry filling (or Spider-Man!) all over your face, these are the moments that make the Arlington County Fair so special. ❤️

08/14/2026

⚠️ Important Fairgrounds Safety Notice ⚠️ ⁣
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For the safety of all Fair attendees, electric scooters and other electronic rideable devices are not permitted on the fairgrounds.⁣
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Thank you for your cooperation, please plan accordingly before arriving at the Fair.

Show us the Fair through your lens! Snap your best shots at the Arlington County Fair and enter our Daily Photo Contest ...
08/12/2026

Show us the Fair through your lens! Snap your best shots at the Arlington County Fair and enter our Daily Photo Contest for a chance to win official Fair merch + 4 ride tickets.

✨ How to enter:
• Email your photo(s) to [email protected] by 10 AM the following day
• Include your name and neighborhood
• Limit: 5 photos per day

🏆 Prizes & Perks:
Daily winners may be featured on our website, Fair program, and/or Competitive Exhibits Guide. Photos will be judged on subject, creativity, composition, and how well they capture the spirit of the Fair. Winners will be contacted via email with prize pick-up details.

📲 See all entries and winners right here on our social channels. Frame the fun and snap to it!

🎉🎡 Today’s the day!Join us as we officially kick off the 50th Arlington County Fair with our Opening Ceremony and celebr...
08/12/2026

🎉🎡 Today’s the day!

Join us as we officially kick off the 50th Arlington County Fair with our Opening Ceremony and celebrate 50 Years of Fairs, that's five decades of community, tradition, and unforgettable memories.

We're excited to welcome Tommy McFly as our featured emcee as we launch five incredible days of rides, live entertainment, fair food, exhibits, shopping, and fun for all ages!

📅 Today
🕔 5:00 p.m.
📍 Tennis Courts

☔ In the event of rain, the Opening Ceremony will move indoors to Thomas Jefferson Community Center.

Come help us start the celebration!💛

NEW this year!Start your fair day with a deep breath, a good stretch, and a little zen before the excitement begins.Join...
08/09/2026

NEW this year!

Start your fair day with a deep breath, a good stretch, and a little zen before the excitement begins.

Join us for Morning Yoga at the Arlington County Fair and kick off your Saturday feeling refreshed, energized, and ready for a day of fair fun.

📍 Tennis Courts
📅 Saturday
🕘 9:00 a.m.

Bring your yoga mat, invite a friend, and meet us on the mat!

New Ticket System Alert!We're excited to welcome back Cole Shows Amusement Company, bringing your favorite rides, classi...
08/07/2026

New Ticket System Alert!

We're excited to welcome back Cole Shows Amusement Company, bringing your favorite rides, classic midway games, and can't-miss fair food to the Arlington County Fair next week!

New this year: Getting on your favorite rides is easier than ever! Cole Shows is introducing a new digital ticketing system, allowing you to redeem ride tickets with a ride card or QR code for a faster, more convenient experience.

Load your credits, scan, and get back to the fun!

Who's ready to take their first ride? Visit our website for additional details.

🎡✨ The wait is almost over!Join us as we officially kick off the 50th Arlington County Fair at our Opening Ceremony and ...
08/07/2026

🎡✨ The wait is almost over!

Join us as we officially kick off the 50th Arlington County Fair at our Opening Ceremony and celebrate the beginning of five unforgettable days of community, tradition, and fun.

Be there as we honor 50 Years of Fairs, welcome special guests, and launch another incredible year of fair memories.

📅 Wednesday, August 12
🕔 5:00 p.m.
📍 Tennis Courts

Let's celebrate together, we'll see you at the fair! 💛

💙 A big thank you to our incredible Arlington County Fair sponsors!Your support helps bring five days of community, ente...
08/06/2026

💙 A big thank you to our incredible Arlington County Fair sponsors!

Your support helps bring five days of community, entertainment, family fun, and unforgettable memories to Arlington each year. We couldn't do it without your partnership and commitment to making the fair a success.

Please join us in thanking the organizations that help make the Arlington County Fair possible!

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3501 2nd Street South
Arlington, VA
22204

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+17038297471

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