Marion County Fairgrounds

06/02/2026

Exciting Marion County Fair Harness Racing returns in 2026 to Lebanon, KY.

More that 200 horses and their drivers will compete for more than $300,000 in purse money on the Marion County Fairgrounds oval dirt track. During two days of racing there’ll be 34 races, with six to seven horses in each race. Race days are Friday, June 26 and Saturday, June 27. Racing begins at 1 p.m. each day, and there is no admission fee for spectators.

James “Jim” Averitt, Jr, race secretary, said the event has grown significantly since its early days, when competitors raced for little more than $1,000 in purse money. No betting is permitted at the Marion County Fair event.

INFO ABOUT ALL FAIR EVENTS: www.marioncofairgrounds.com

PHOTO: www.visitlebanonky.com

06/01/2026

Calling all hay bale toss champions from years past — we have the ultimate showdown: The REAL Hay Bale Toss!

Who will come out on top? Only time will tell… but one thing is for sure: you’ve got time to start training.

We are still looking for sponsors, contact Lee Mattingly at (270) 699-1441 if you are interested.

06/01/2026

We made some modifications to our beef show classes. Make sure to join us on Saturday, July 11th! For more information or to become a sponsor, contact Christan Miracle at (270) 699-1168.

06/01/2026

The Marion County Fair Little Miss & Mister Pageant will be Wednesday, July 8th. For more information, contact Rita Spalding at (270) 699-5287.

06/01/2026

The Marion County Fair Baby & Toddler Pageant will be Wednesday, July 8th. For more information, contact Rita Spalding at (270) 699-5287.

05/31/2026

Updated time!! Apologizing for any confusion this may have caused! Feel free to reach out to me or Katie.  Notice that interview will be done in fun/casual wear. We want to see your personality!

05/26/2026

05/26/2026

We are excited to announce our line up of events for the 2026 Marion County Fair!

01/26/2026

We are opening today with limited hours and staff!
Come grab lunch! We open at 11am!