State Fair of West Virginia set to kick off Thursday with 10 days of family-friendly fun

By RealWV Staff,

LEWISBURG, W.Va. – Gates are set to open for the 98th Annual State Fair of West Virginia on Thursday, August 10, at 8 a.m. Carnival rides will open. at 11 a.m.

“We have a great 10-days planned this year, including two already sold-out concerts, amazing fair food, thrilling rides, and livestock shows throughout the week,” State Fair CEO Kelly Collins stated.

Opening day specials include $8 gate admission and a $25 all-day ride pass.

The 2023 Concert Series features two sold-out shows this year, including HARDY with special guest John Morgan on Sunday, and Lainey Wilson with special guest Meg McRee on Monday (Aug. 13 and 14 respectively).

Tickets are on sale for Yung Gravy and DJ Tiiiiiiiiiip on Thursday, Nelly with special guest Trea Landon on Friday, the Buckin’ B Bull Ride on Saturday, Zach Williams with special guest David Leonard on Wednesday, Aug. 16, Riley Green with special guest Chase McDaniel Thursday, Aug. 17, Whiskey Myers with special guest Matt Koziol Friday, Aug. 18, and Ludacris on Saturday, Aug 19.

Wilson Fairchild will take the stage on Tuesday, Aug. 15, followed by Alex Miller on Friday, Aug. 18. Both are free shows.

Additional free entertainment includes the All-American High Dive, Aussie Animal Kingdom, Disc Connected K9s, Roberto the Magnificent, the Hot Glass Academy, and the return of Hypnotist Catherine Hickland. All events and performances are suitable for all ages.

The State Fair of West Virginia will feature 10-days of livestock shows, including the WV High School Rodeo, Junior 4-H and FFA livestock shows, horse shows, and the fan-favorite Draft Horse Pull on Friday, August 18, at 9 AM.

Gate specials throughout the week include First Energy’s Magic Monday, Senior Citizen’s Day on Tuesday (Aug. 15), the Early Bird Special featuring $1 admission, from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m. on Wednesday (Aug. 16), and Military Discount Day on Thursday (Aug. 17). Children ages 10 and under will be admitted free all day, every day.

The State Fair of West Virginia is scheduled begin on Thursday, Aug. 10. The fair’s last day will be Saturday, Aug. 19.

Click here for a complete printable schedule of concerts and events.