July 10-18, 2026
Countdown to the
2026 Putnam County Fair!
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2026 Schedule
*Subject to Change
Friday, July 10th
8:30 AM - 12:00 PM - Registration of all 4-H & Open class Exhibits at the Putnam County Extension Office
12:00 PM - 6:00 PM - Register all Project Exhibits, Agricultural and Home Arts Exhibits (Exhibit Hall)
12:00 PM - 7:00 PM - Register All Livestock Exhibits (except rabbits) at the Livestock barn
4:00 PM - 7:00 PM - Register all Market and Open Rabbit Exhibits at Rabbit Hutch
6:00 PM – 2026 Fair Officially Opens
6:30 PM - 11:00 PM - Gambill Amusement Carnival Open
7:00 PM & 9:00 PM - Pirates of the Colombian Caribbean (Midway)
7:30 PM BINGO (Early Bird Games, Entertainment Tent)
7:30 PM - Mandatory Meeting for all Livestock Exhibitors and Parents at Show/Sale Arena
8:00 PM - BINGO (Entertainment Tent)
8:00 PM - Bronco Junction (Amphitheater) Sponsored by Tri-State Industrial Supply
11:00 PM - Fair Closes
Saturday, July 11th
11:00 AM - Gates Open
11:30 AM - Kids pageant ages newborn-24 months (Entertainment Tent)
(Check in at 11:00 AM)
1:00 PM-11:00 PM - Gambill Amusement Carnival Open
(Closed from 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM for dinner)
1:30 PM - Kids pageant ages 25 mos.- 10 yrs (Entertainment Tent)
(Check in at 1:00 PM)
3:00 PM - 9:00 PM - Exhibit Hall Open
3:30 PM- Pirates of the Colombian Caribbean (Midway)
5:00 PM - American Farm Pullers Association Truck and Tractor Pulls (Motorized Events Complex)
(Registration 4:00 PM)
6:30 PM- Pirates of the Colombian Caribbean (Midway)
6:00 PM - Pet Show Sponsored by Pooch’s Resort (Show/Sale Arena)
(Registration at 5:30 PM)
8:00 PM- Coronation of the 2026 Miss Putnam County Fair Queen (Amphitheater)
8:30 PM – LAKEVIEW (Amphitheater)
9:30 PM- Pirates of the Colombian Caribbean (Midway)
11:00 PM- Fair Closes
Sunday, July 12th
7:00 AM - 9:00 AM - Putnam County 4-H Food Booth Open for Breakfast
10:00 AM - Cowboy Church (Show/Sale Arena)
11:00 AM - Gates Open
12:00 PM - 9:00 PM - Exhibit Hall Open
1:00 PM - 9:00 PM - Gambill Amusement Carnival Open
1:00 PM - Eggs/Poultry Project Judging (Show/Sale Arena)
1:00 PM & 3:00 PM - Appalachian Lads & Lassies (Entertainment Tent) (2 Shows)
3:00 PM - Youth and Open Pet Rabbit Show Market Rabbit Show (Show/Sale Arena)
Showmanship to Follow
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM - Meet and greet with Woody & Jessie (Entertainment Tent)
3:30 PM - Pirates of the Colombian Caribbean (Midway)
4:00 PM - Kid’s Kid Goat/Lamb Show (Show/Sale Arena)
4:00 PM - Lawn Mower Races Registration
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM - Meet and Greet with Elsa & Anna (Entertainment Tent)
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM - Meet and Greet with Captain Jack & Moana (Entertainment Tent)
5:00 PM - Lawn Mower Races Sponsored by Haven of Rest Memorial Gardens (Motorized Events Complex)
5:00 PM - Meat Goats Show (Show/Sale Arena) Showmanship to follow.
5:30 PM - Pirates of the Colombian Caribbean (Midway)
6:30 PM - Ewe & Me Show, immediately followed by Market Lambs (Show/Sale Arena)
Showmanship to Follow
7:30 PM - Pirates of the Colombian Caribbean (Midway)
9:00 PM - Market Hog Showmanship Practice (Show/Sale Arena)
9:30 PM - Fair Closes
Monday, July 13th
4:00 PM - Gates Open
4:00 PM - 9:00 PM - Exhibit Hall Open
6:00 PM - Pirates of the Colombian Caribbean (Midway)
6:00 PM - Monster Trucks (Motorized Events Complex)
6:30 PM - 11:00 PM - Gambill Amusement Carnival Open
6:30 PM - Barnyard Obstacle Course (Show/Sale Arena)
6:30 PM - Kiddie Power Pedal Tractor Pulls (Located South of the Exhibit Hall)
7:00 PM - 11:00 PM - Off-Key Karaoke (Entertainment Tent)
8:00 PM - Market Hog Show (Show/Sale Arena)
9:00 PM - Pirates of the Colombian Caribbean (Midway)
11:00 PM - Fair Closes
Tuesday, July 14th
7:00 AM - 9:00 AM - Putnam County 4-H Food Booth Open for Breakfast
9:00 AM - Market Hog Showmanship (Show/Sale Arena)
4:00 PM - Gates Open
4:00 PM-9:00 PM - Exhibit Hall Open
6:00 PM - Pirates of the Coolombian Caribbean
6:00 PM - Appalachian Championship Wrestling (Entertainment Tent)
6:30 PM - 11:00 PM - Gambill Amusement Carnival Open
6:30 PM - Market Steer Show (Show/Sale Arena)
Showmanship to Follow
6:30 PM - Kiddie Power Pedal Tractor Pulls (Located South of the Exhibit Hall)
7:30 PM - Bulls, Broncs, and Barrels Presented by Diamond J. Rodeo (Motorized Events Complex)
9:00 PM - Pirates of the Coolombian Caribbean
11:00 PM - Fair Closes
Wednesday, July 15th
4:00 PM - Gates Open
4:00 PM - 9:00 PM - Exhibit Hall Open
5:00 PM - Pirates of the Colombian Caribbean (Midway)
6:00 PM - Demolition Derby Presented by J&K Promotions (Motorized Events Complex)
6:30 PM - 11:00 PM - Gambill Amusement Carnival Open
6:30 PM - Heifer Show; Feeder Calves Show (Show/Sale Arena)
Showmanship to Follow Combined classes
6:30 PM - Kiddie Power Pedal Tractor Pulls (Located South of the Exhibit Hall)
7:00 PM - Appalachian Championship Wrestling (Entertainment Tent)
9:00 PM - Pirates of the Colombian Caribbean (Midway)
11:00 PM - Fair Closes
Thursday, July 16th
4:00 PM - Gates Open
4:00 PM - 9:00 PM - Exhibit Hall Open
5:00 PM - Pirates of the Colombian Caribbean (Midway)
6:00 PM - The Yates Family Gospel Night Sponsored by Solid Rock Investigations (Entertainment Tent)
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM - Kid Fun Barn Games (Show/Sale Arena)
6:30 PM - 11:00 PM - Gambill Amusement Carnival Open
6:30 PM - Kiddie Power Pedal Tractor Pulls (Located South of the Exhibit Hall)
7:30 PM - Old Timers Show (Show/Sale Arena)
9:00 PM - Pirates of the Colombian Caribbean (Midway)
11:00 PM - Fair Closes
Friday, July 17th
2:00 PM - Track Gate Only Opens for Motocross
2:30 - 5:00 PM - Motocross Registration
3:30 PM - Main Gates Open
4:00 PM - 9:00 PM - Exhibit Hall Open
5:00 PM - Putnam County Fair Annual Livestock Auction (Show/Sale Arena)
(Registration at 4:00 PM)
5:00 PM - Pirates of the Colombian Caribbean
6:30 PM - 11:00 PM - Gambill Amusement Carnival Open
7:00 PM - 11:00 PM - Karaoke (Amphitheater)
7:00 PM - Pirates of the Colombian Caribbean
8:00 PM - Line Dancing (Entertainment Tent)
8:00 PM - Motocross Races Sponsored by Lovejoy Racing (Motorized Events Complex)
(Riders Meeting at 6:10 PM) (Practice at 6:30 PM)
8:00 PM - The Weekend Warriors with Special Guest Paityn (Amphitheater)
9:00 PM - Pirates of the Colombian Caribbean
11:00 PM - Fair Closes
Saturday, July 18th
8:00 AM- Track Gate Opens
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM - 4-Wheel Drive Mud Run Registration (Motorized Events Complex)
10:00 AM - Fair Opens
12:00 PM - 9:00 PM - Exhibit Hall Open
12:30 PM - Pirates of the Colombian Caribbean (Midway)
1:00 PM-11:00 PM - Gambill Amusement Carnival Open
(Closed from 5:00 PM-6:30 PM for dinner)
1:00 PM - 4-Wheel Drive Mud Run (Motorized Events Complex)
2:00 PM - Kiddie Power Tractor Pull Championship (Show/Sale Arena)
3:00 PM - Ice Cream Eating Contest (Entertainment Tent)
3:30 PM - Pirates of the Colombian Caribbean (Midway)
5:30 PM - Pirates of the Colombian Caribbean (Midway)
7:00 PM - YEE HA-HA! Comedy Show (Entertainment Tent)
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM Barn Dance (Show/Sale Arena)
8:30 PM - Drew Baldridge (Amphitheater)
9:30 PM - 11:30 PM - Exhibit Hall Projects Released
10:00 PM - Fireworks Sponsored by Putnam County Bank
11:30 PM - 2026 Fair Closes
Sunday, July 19th
All chairpersons are responsible for clean-up and winterizing of their areas.
7:00 AM - 10:00 AM - Animals MUST be removed from the fairgrounds.
(Stalls must be cleaned out by 11:00 AM)
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM - Exhibits MUST be removed from the Exhibit Hall
Admission
Daily Admission Ticket:
Includes rides, entertainment, and track events – good only for the day they are purchased.
Season Pass:
Includes rides, entertainment, and track events for all 9 days – great discount if attending the fair all 9 days.
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The behind-the-scenes work is almost done… and the fairgrounds are ready to welcome you home. ❤️🎡
From building bleachers and setting up barns to countless volunteer hours, this fair comes to life because of an incredible community that shows up year after year.
Now it’s your turn. Come make memories with us at the Putnam County Fair. We’ll see you at the gate! 🌟
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🎶 Opening night just got even better!🎶
Join us this Friday, July 10 at 8:00 PM in the Amphitheater as Bronco Junction brings their unique blend of mountain music to the Putnam County Fair, thanks to sponsors TRI-STATE INDUSTRIAL SUPPLY.
Made up of four talented West Virginia musicians, Bronco Junction combines the intricate rhythms and picking of bluegrass with the heartfelt storytelling of classic country, creating a sound that's uniquely their own. These young musicians are no strangers to performing at some of the Mountain State's biggest festivals and events, and we're excited to welcome them to the fair.
As the band says, it's "like the jukebox exploded with only the best!"
📅 Friday, July 10, 2026
🕗 8:00 PM
📍 Putnam County Fair Amphitheater
🎟️ Included with your $15 admission
❤️ Come Home to the Fair and enjoy an evening of authentic West Virginia music, summer memories, and hometown tradition.
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👑 A new reign begins this Saturday! ✨
Join us as we crown the 2026 Putnam County Fair Queen and her Royal Court during one of the most special traditions of fair week.
👑 Queen’s Coronation
📅 Saturday, July 11
🕗 8:00 PM
Then keep the celebration going as country rock duo Lakeview takes the stage immediately following the coronation! 🎶
Come celebrate our new royalty, enjoy an incredible concert, and kick off an unforgettable week at the Putnam County Fair.
Come Home to the Fair ❤️
Tickets available on our website here 👉 app.fairs.com/e/a74126701bad4dcc
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🐐🎨 Calling all Putnam County Fair exhibitors! 🐄🧹
Think you’ve got the most creative display in the barn? Or the cleanest stall on the grounds? It’s time to put your skills to the test!
🎨 Best of the Barn Poster Competition
Break out the markers, paint, glitter, and creativity! Design a poster that shows off your personality and your pride in the fair. The winner will be announced Saturday, July 11, in the show arena before the lamb show.
🧹 Spick-and-Span Stall Competition
A clean stall makes for happy animals and a great-looking barn! Whether you’re showing cattle, goats, sheep, rabbits, or hogs, keep your area neat and inviting for a chance to win. Winners will be selected daily!
Good luck to all of our exhibitors- we can’t wait to see your creativity and dedication shine all week long! ❤️
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💥 Who’s already got their tickets?! 👀💥ACW returns to the Putnam County Fair on Tuesday July 14th
🔔SPECIAL BELL TIME 6 PM!!
🎟$15 fair admission gets you unlimited rides and entertainment!
ACW returns to the Putnam Country Fair on Tuesday July 14th (bell time 6PM) and Wednesday July 15th (bell time 7 PM)! $15 daily fair admission gets you unlimited rides and entertainment on July 14th & 15th!

⚡️Bluegrass Champion Josh Bishop vs Beastman vs Canaan Kristopher vs Cowpoke Paul vs Shane Mercer vs Johnny Mahalo
⚡️Emily Rose, MIKA & Troy Parker vs Reese Ramone, Tyler Rosfield & Tyler Jaxx
⚡️ACW Undisputed Heavyweight Champ Bruce Grey
⚡️Handsome Nick Hamrick
⚡️ACW International Champ Ron Mathis
⚡️Gen Z
⚡️Zaiden Kayne
⚡️Corey Sparks
Additional talent and matchups coming soon!
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🎨 Congratulations to our 2026 Putnam County Fair Coloring Contest Winners! 🎉
A big round of applause to:
🌟 Lydia Tonemah
🌟 Adilyn Morris
🌟 Sloane Swisher
🌟 Braylin Linville
🌟 Ashleigh Crawford
🌟 Phallon Machowicz
🌟 Phoenix Frazier
🌟 Michelle Snyder
🌟 Journey Sowards
🌟 Berkleigh Sowards
Thank you to everyone who participated and shared your creativity with us. We loved seeing all of your colorful masterpieces!
📧 Winners: Your fair passes will be sent to the email address you provided with your entry.
We can’t wait to see you at the fair!
🏡 Come Home to the Fair.
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