Appalachian Fair

Appalachian Fair The 2026 Appalachian Fair returns for the 100th year, August 24th -29th in Gray, TN! Make plans to attend with the whole family!

The Appalachian fair is the premiere regional fair and concert series in Eastern, TN and the Tri-City region including Johnson City, TN - Kingsport, TN - Bristol, TN, and Bristol, VA and surrounding areas. The fair's unique location makes it accessible to 5 states in less than a 2 hour drive time. The many hotels, restaurants, american history, and natural beauty of the smoky mountains & cherokee

national forest makes the Appalachian fair a multi-day destination event for many tourists, thrill seekers, agricultural contestants, & concert fans during the late summer season. For more information on events and sponsorship opportunities please call 423-477-3211.

05/31/2026

In celebration of the 100th Annual Appalachian Fair, we will be compiling a 100th year cookbook. We need your help! Please complete the following link with your recipes, historical stories and Appalachian farming knowledge. Please submit all entries by May 31st.

https://forms.gle/iG941ds1yCZ4Dk3UA

Appy says… MORE cows, MORE fun! 🐥🐄We’re adding an Any Other Breed Dairy Show to the Appalachian Fair! 🎉That means Ayrshi...
05/28/2026

Appy says… MORE cows, MORE fun! 🐥🐄

We’re adding an Any Other Breed Dairy Show to the Appalachian Fair! 🎉

That means Ayrshire and Milking Shorthorn cattle are officially invited to the ring for our 100th Fair!

👀 We can’t wait to see these incredible breeds on display!

👉 Exhibitors—get ready to join the lineup!

Today, we pause to remember and honor the brave men and women who gave everything for our freedom. 🇺🇸Their sacrifice is ...
05/25/2026

Today, we pause to remember and honor the brave men and women who gave everything for our freedom. 🇺🇸

Their sacrifice is the foundation of the traditions, gatherings, and celebrations we hold dear—including moments shared with family and community at places like the Appalachian Fair.

We are forever grateful. ❤️

🎉 Celebrating 100 years means bringing NEW opportunities to the ring!We’re excited to officially add the Highland Beef S...
05/22/2026

🎉 Celebrating 100 years means bringing NEW opportunities to the ring!

We’re excited to officially add the Highland Beef Show to the Appalachian Fair’s 2026 Beef Show lineup! 🐄

From seasoned exhibitors to first-time participants, we can’t wait to welcome these unique and beautiful cattle to the fairgrounds.

📅 August 24-26, 2026
📍 Appalachian Fairgrounds

👉 Be part of history—enter today!

Appy says it’s time to get moving! 🐥🏃‍♀️The Quack Track 2.62Mile Race is coming—and it’s going to be a QUACKIN’ good tim...
05/21/2026

Appy says it’s time to get moving! 🐥🏃‍♀️

The Quack Track 2.62Mile Race is coming—and it’s going to be a QUACKIN’ good time! 🎉

👟 Walk it
🏃 Run it
🐥 Waddle it

Just don’t miss it!

🎽 Race swag, medals, and plenty of fun waiting at the finish line!

👉 Sign up today and join the flock! https://thegoosechase.org/appalachian-fair-2-62-race/

05/21/2026

Oh Johnson City, Kingsport, Bristol, and Gray Tennessee!
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And all the surrounding areas! I have been invited to attend the Appalachian Fair in Gray, TN and I am so honored! What a perfect fair for me to attend because I love my Appalachian mountains so very much!
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Y’all mark your calendars and let me know, who’s gonna show up? August 29th more details to come!
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Looking for a fun way to keep your kids reading this summer? 📚The Appalachian Fair’s Read to Ride Program makes it EASY ...
05/19/2026

Looking for a fun way to keep your kids reading this summer? 📚

The Appalachian Fair’s Read to Ride Program makes it EASY and REWARDING!

✔️ Open to 2nd & 3rd graders
✔️ Read 4 books
✔️ Earn FREE ride tickets
✔️ Chance to win an unlimited ride wristband

🎉 Bonus: Kids 11 & under get FREE admission to the Fair with a paying adult!

📅 Deadline: July 15, 2026

👉 Encourage your child to participate—it’s learning + fun all in one!

💥 IT’S OFFICIAL… WE’RE GOING BIGGER THAN EVER! 💥As we celebrate 100 DAYS until the 100th Appalachian Fair, we’ve got TWO...
05/14/2026

💥 IT’S OFFICIAL… WE’RE GOING BIGGER THAN EVER! 💥

As we celebrate 100 DAYS until the 100th Appalachian Fair, we’ve got TWO HUGE ANNOUNCEMENTS…

🎡 We’re adding 2 MORE DAYS!
That’s right—the 2026 Fair will now run:
📅 August 22 – 29, 2026

AND… hold onto your seats…

🪂 The legendary U.S. Army Golden Knights are coming to the Appalachian Fair!
Catch their thrilling jumps on:
📅 August 24, 25 & 26

This is just the beginning of a centennial celebration 100 years in the making! 💙💛

Happy Mother’s Day!
05/10/2026

Happy Mother’s Day!

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Gray, TN
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