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Koe Wetzel, Tucker Wetmore, Ian Munsick, and Shane Smith & The Saints to Headline 2026 Wild Trails Festival

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 13:38:41 -0400

The State Fair of West Virginia announces the return of the Wild Trails Festival, set for June 18–20, 2026, at the State Fairgrounds in Lewisburg.

State Fair Announces Fourth Annual Art Contest

Thu, 29 Jan 2026 09:06:32 -0500

The State Fair of West Virginia is excited to announce the return of its Annual State Fair Art Contest. The winning entry will be featured as the 2026 State Fair Print of the Year, and will receive a cash prize, as well as a percentage of sales.

Discounted Wild Trails Festival Tickets End Saturday, January 31

Tue, 27 Jan 2026 11:44:21 -0500

Officials with the State Fair of West Virginia are reminding music fans that discounted tickets for the Second Annual Wild Trails Festival will end this Saturday, January 31.

Tickets on Sale for Second Annual Wild Trails Festival

Fri, 14 Nov 2025 10:04:30 -0500

Tickets are now on sale for the Second Annual Wild Trails Festival featuring Koe Wetzel, Tucker Wetmore, and Dylan Gossett set for June 18-20, 2026, at the State Fairgrounds in Lewisburg.

State Fair Announces 15th Annual Barn Decorating Contest

Wed, 12 Nov 2025 10:28:36 -0500

The State Fair of West Virginia is excited to announce its 15th Annual Christmas Barn Decorating Contest at the State Fairgrounds in Lewisburg. This year, businesses, non-profits, school-based, and other civic organizations will have the opportuni...

Koe Wetzel, Tucker Wetmore, and Dylan Gossett to Headline Wild Trails Festival

Mon, 10 Nov 2025 10:32:37 -0500

Officials at the State Fair of West Virginia have announced that Koe Wetzel, Tucker Wetmore, and Dylan Gossett will headline the Second Annual Wild Trails Festival, set for June 18-20, 2026, at the State Fairgrounds in Lewisburg.

THE MOUNTAIN DUDE IS COMING TO THE 2025 STATE FAIR OF WEST VIRGINIA

Wed, 13 Aug 2025 12:55:45 -0400

Lewisburg, WV – Wednesday, August 13 – Mountain Dew is bringing bold flavor and even bolder vibes to the 100th Annual State Fair of West Virginia - and this year, The Mountain Dude himself will make a special appearance on Saturday, August 16, als...

State Fair of West Virginia Partners with UPMC-GoHealth Urgent Care

Mon, 11 Aug 2025 10:45:52 -0400

LEWISBURG, WV – The State Fair of West Virginia is proud to announce UPMC-GoHealth Urgent Care as the presenting sponsor of its Farm to Food Pavilion, an interactive agricultural education experience for children and families. As part of this par...

The 100th Annual State Fair of West Virginia to Begin Thursday, August 7

Thu, 31 Jul 2025 14:15:46 -0400

The countdown is over-the 100th Annual State Fair of West Virginia is set to begin on Thursday, August 7, and will run through Saturday, August 16, in Lewisburg! Gates open each day at 8 AM with carnival rides open from 11 AM to 11 PM.

State Fair of West Virginia Unveils 100th Anniversary Poster by Artist Robert Tuckwiller

Tue, 01 Jul 2025 09:57:16 -0400

Officials at the State Fair of West Virginia are honored to announce that renowned artist and longtime fair supporter Robert Tuckwiller has created the official commemorative poster for the 100th Annual State Fair of West Virginia, set for August ...

Select City National Banks to Sell Discounted State Fair Tickets

Wed, 25 Jun 2025 09:57:11 -0400

Officials at the State Fair of West Virginia and City National Bank are excited to announce that selected bank locations across the region will sell advance discounted admission and ride passes to the 100th Annual Event set for August 7-16, 2025.

Oliver Anthony, Treaty Oak Revival, and Flatland Cavalry to Headline Festival in Lewisburg

Wed, 18 Jun 2025 11:23:45 -0400

The State Fair of West Virginia's inaugural Wild Trails Festival is set to take over the Fairgrounds in Lewisburg this Thursday, June 19 – 21, with performances from Oliver Anthony, Treaty Oak Revival, Flatland Cavalry, Sam Barber, Ole 60, Max McN...

One Week Until Wild Trails Music Festival

Wed, 11 Jun 2025 11:54:45 -0400

One week remains until State Fair of West Virginia is set to bring the inaugural Wild Trails Festival, a celebration of live music and outdoor adventure, to the State Fairgrounds in Lewisburg on June 19 – 21, 2025.

State Fair Brings New Music Festival to the Mountain State

Fri, 23 May 2025 10:00:25 -0400

In less than a month the State Fair of West Virginia is set to bring the inaugural Wild Trails Festival, a celebration of live music and outdoor adventure, to the State Fairgrounds in Lewisburg on June 19 – 21, 2025.

State Fair Brings New Music Festival to the Mountain State

Fri, 23 May 2025 10:00:10 -0400

State Fair of West Virginia to Host Annual Spring Flea Market and Antique Sale

Mon, 05 May 2025 09:04:22 -0400

The Annual Spring Giant Flea Market and Antique Sale is set to return to the State Fairgrounds in Lewisburg, West Virginia, May 9–11, 2025. The three-day event invites bargain hunters, collectors, and curious shoppers to explore a wide variety of ...

Single-Day Tickets Now Available for Wild Trails Festival

Mon, 28 Apr 2025 13:00:13 -0400

The State Fair of West Virginia is thrilled to announce that single-day tickets are now on sale for the Wild Trails Festival, its inaugural three-day music festival set for June 19–21, 2025, at the State Fairgrounds in Lewisburg, West Virginia.

Tickets on Sale for Lauren Daigle at the State Fair

Fri, 31 Jan 2025 10:12:17 -0500

Officials at the State Fair of West Virginia have announced tickets for two-time Grammy® winner Lauren Daigle are on sale now. Daigle is the first artist announced for the 100th Annual State Fair and will play on Thursday, August 14, 2025, at 8 PM.

State Fair of WV to Host Three-Day Music Festival

Tue, 19 Nov 2024 08:21:09 -0500

The State Fair of West Virginia is set to host the inaugural Wild Trails Festival, a three-day music festival headlined by Oliver Anthony, Treaty Oak Revival, and Flatland Calvary on June 19 – 21, 2025, at the State Fairgrounds in Lewisburg, WV.

Christmas at the Fair Returns December 5

Fri, 15 Nov 2024 10:20:46 -0500

Officials at the State Fair of West Virginia are excited to announce that Christmas at the Fair returns on December 5, 2024, for the fifth season! This year, Christmas at the Fair will once again allow patrons to drive through and, on special nigh...

State Fair Announces 14th Annual Barn Decorating Contest

Tue, 29 Oct 2024 11:29:05 -0400

The State Fair of West Virginia is excited to announce its 14th Annual Christmas Barn Decorating Contest at the State Fairgrounds in Lewisburg. This year, businesses, non-profits, school-based, and other civic organizations will have the opportuni...

Turnpike Troubadours Concert Canceled - August 8, 2024

Thu, 08 Aug 2024 15:19:56 -0400

Due to inclement weather and with safety as our top priority, the Turnpike Troubadours concert has been canceled. Weather predictions are calling for 2-3" rain and >30 mph winds.

State Fair of West Virginia to Open Next Week

Thu, 01 Aug 2024 11:31:19 -0400

Gates are set to open for the 99th Annual State Fair of West Virginia on Thursday, August 8, 2024, at 8 AM, with carnival rides opening at 11 AM. To celebrate the return of the state's largest multi-day event, catch opening day specials, including...

State Fair Advanced Discounted Ticket Deadline Approaching

Tue, 23 Jul 2024 11:08:22 -0400

The deadline to purchase advanced discounted tickets to the 2024 State Fair of West Virginia is Monday, July 29. Tickets may be purchased by visiting statefairofwv.com/tickets/, calling 1-800-514-ETIX (3849) or at the State Fair Box Office.

State Fair to Host School Supply Drive

Tue, 16 Jul 2024 09:57:14 -0400

The State Fair of West Virginia in partnership with Communities in Schools of Greenbrier County (CISGC), is set to host a school supply drive on Monday, August 12, 2024, at the 99th Annual State Fair!