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Virtual Mountain State Fair

A virtual "County Fair" experience to bring together West Virginia’s talent, businesses, and families.

About this Event 2020 has been rough! Since many fairs and festivals have been cancelled, this virtual fair has been organized as a way for West Virginians to come together, enjoy good music and family fun, and support our local small businesses. This fair promises to be unlike any event you've attended this year. Your children will be entertained, educated, and delighted! Your whole family will have a chance to explore West Virginia’s diverse community of artisan crafters and farmers while listening to good music and competing for prizes! Pro tip: Check out our Facebook page for recipes to make your favorite fair foods. Make them with your kids and enjoy them during the fair! Dates and Times Friday, September 11 from 6:00 pm-10:00 pm Saturday, September 12 from 9:00 am-9:00 pm Sunday, September 13 from 9:00 am-9:00 pm This fair will feature: 5 Musical Performers: John Hesson (Gospel Singer), Jeffrey Wayne (Country Western), Right TurnClyde (Acoustic Rock), Aristotle Jones (Appalachian Soul), and Heavy Hitters (Funk/Jazz) Special Guest Lauren Rose: Miss West VIrginia's Outstanding Teen 2019 Lauren brings her passion for combating hunger in our state. Her goal is to educate others on the scope of the issue, increase awareness of service opportunities, and encourage community participation to fight hunger in WV together. 8 Artisan Demos: Farm tours, brewery tour, needlecraft, soap making, glass blowing, crafting, and pottery. 30+ Local Vendors: These are all talented WV artisans with small, local businesses who have been struggling during the pandemic. Vendors will be available for live demonstrations and questions at certain times during the fair. Show your support and discover some amazing local products. You just might find your new favorite shop! 4 Contests: Win prizes for strutting your stuff! Talent Show - Do you have an interesting, amazing, or silly talent? Performers needed! Contest is judged by other fair attendees - get the most likes to win! Quilt Show - Show off your handcrafted quilt. Handsome Rooster Show - Who has the most handsome rooster? You can only find out at the virtual state fair! Baby Animal Photo Show - Welcoming submissions from 2 divisions - Youth & Adult. All entries are due by September 7th & winners will be announced during the fair. 3 Animal Presentations: Three Rivers Avian Center, River Cities Therapy and Recreation Center, cat adoption from Aaron’s Hope for Paws Kids’ activities: Online music class, T-shirt coloring, Children’s story time, and downloadable activity sheets. 2 Children’s story time sessions: presented by WV Children’s Book Authors. Liz Somerville, Author of Rocco the Buffalo Adeline Boggs, Author of The Wonderfully Wild Ones 1 Virtual Car Show: All fair attendees are eligible to enter their automobiles. Exhibits, Tours, Contests, and more! Get 3 Days Packed Full of Entertainment for only $4.99*! *(Price is per Facebook account)