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Ultimate guide to Nashville-area fairs

Fair season is here — the Williamson County Fair, Wilson County-Tennessee State Fair, and The Nashville Fair are all making their seasonal return.

July 24, 2025 • 
Skylar Webb, Dylan Aycock
A ground-level view of people on a carousel ride with swings attached to it.

This resource will keep you from going ‘round and ‘round in circles when you arrive to area fairs. | Photo via Williamson County Fair

Whether you’re in it for the funnel cakes and lemonade or you find yourself dizzy from the carnival ride drops, we’ve got good news: Nashville’s fair season is back.

Ride along as we take you through the need-to-knows of each event so you can focus on having a wheely great time.

Williamson County Fair

  • Location: Williamson County Agricultural EXPO Park
  • Dates: Friday, Aug. 1-Saturday, Aug. 9
  • Free parking is available, and carts will shuttle guests to and from the ticket booths throughout the day.
  • Fair admission ranges from $7 to $14 (children ages 5 and under get in free). Unlimited ride passes can be purchased in advance.
  • Make note of the discount days and special themes.

Midway must-knows

See what’s new this year, and review the full calendar of events so you don’t miss the competitions, music stages, exhibits, demonstrations, and more. Plus, get an early look at this year’s rides, including the new Cyclops 2.0 attraction.

the backs of people watching a band perform on a covered stage.

Make note of this year’s performers on the Back Porch Stage. | Photo by Haley Witcher via Wilson County - Tennessee State Fair

Wilson County - Tennessee State Fair

  • Location: James E. Ward Agricultural Center
  • Dates: Thursday, Aug. 14-Saturday, Aug. 23
  • Free general parking is available on-site, or pay $10 for preferred parking. Off-site lots include free shuttle service.
  • Gate admission is $7.25 for children and $13.50 for adults (children ages 5 and under get in free), but opening day tickets range from $4.25 to $11.50.

Midway must-knows

This year’s fair is coined “The Year of Pork,” with an emphasis on Tennessee’s pork industry across special exhibits, educational demonstrations, and interactive experiences. When you’re not on the midway rides, jump into new competitions like The Great Bacon Toss, pig calling, and harmonica playing.

Two kids in a cart ride going quickly in a circle.

If you’ve read this far, now you’re ready for a wild ride. | Photo via The Nashville Fair

The Nashville Fair

  • Location: The Fairgrounds Nashville
  • Dates: Friday, Sept. 5-Sunday, Sept. 14
  • Limited on-site parking is $10 per car and located on Wedgewood Avenue and Craighead Street.
  • Gate admission ranges from $8 to $10, and children ages 5 and under get in free. Individual ride tickets can be purchased for $1.50 (rides use more than one ticket), or you can upgrade to a wristband.

Midway must-knows

Take an early look at this year’s calendar, and stay tuned for new additions. If you’re looking to unleash your competitive side, brush up on the general rules for 2025 competitions. Plus, the BuckShee BrewFest is back.