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October 5th thru 8th, 2023

October 5th thru 8th, 2023October 5th thru 8th, 2023October 5th thru 8th, 2023

**NEW LOCATION **

University of Mary Washington

121 University Boulevard Fredericksburg, VA 22406 

Contact Us

Call: 540-840-8992; Storckroad691@aol.com

October 5th thru 8th, 2023

October 5th thru 8th, 2023October 5th thru 8th, 2023October 5th thru 8th, 2023

**NEW LOCATION **

University of Mary Washington

121 University Boulevard Fredericksburg, VA 22406 

Contact Us

Call: 540-840-8992; Storckroad691@aol.com

2022 Stafford County Fair

Get Involved! Become a Fair Partner

Get Involved! Become a Fair Partner

Get Involved! Become a Fair Partner

This is your opportunity to get involved in your Community!  We are a registered 501-3C Non Profit. Click Fair Team button to support the Fair

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Get Involved! Become a Fair Partner

Get Involved! Become a Fair Partner

The Fair Book will be printed & distributed n the community and online.  Take advantage of this opportunity to reach thousands of potentiai customers, 

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Vendor's at the Fair

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Vendor's at the Fair

Vendor registration and Information

Showcase your services and products at the Fair!  Click  below 

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Fair Schedule

4H & HOMEMAKING * NEW CATEGORIES *

Vendor's at the Fair

Click below for the Fair Schedule of Events.  Check our facebook page  for daily updates

Fair opens Thursday 5pm 

 Friday, Saturday and Sunday

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Fair Schedule

Motor Sports at the Fair

4H & HOMEMAKING * NEW CATEGORIES *

4H & HOMEMAKING * NEW CATEGORIES *

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Championship Truck and Tractor Pull, Drag Racing, Antique Tractor Pull, Demolition Derby, Kids Power Wheel Derby.  Antique Tractor Contest

Motor Sports

4H & HOMEMAKING * NEW CATEGORIES *

4H & HOMEMAKING * NEW CATEGORIES *

4H & HOMEMAKING * NEW CATEGORIES *

 HOMEMAKING BUILDING * 2022  We are planning on having the homemaking competiton.  DROP  OFF: THURS NOON - 8PM, FRIDAY NOON TO 5PM, 


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THE STAFFORD FAIR!

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    Gordon Shelton

    Email: Storckroad691@aol.com

    Phone:  540-840-8992


    Fair Hours:  Thursday 5pm-10pm, Friday 5pm-10pm, Saturday 2pm-10pm   Sunday 12pm-7pm  - Kids Derby at noon


    Stafford County Agricultural & Homemaking Fair

    121 University Boulevard, Fredericksburg, Virginia 22406, United States

    Mailing Address: PO BOX 66, Hartwood VA 22471 Find us on Facebook

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    Help the FAIR in search of Permanent Fairgrounds! Looking for 50 Acres

    Your support and contributions are what it takes to have an Awesome Fair.  We are a 501c3 and not supported by any government entity.

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    CARNIVAL 2022 SCHEDULED ALL 4 DAYS

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    The Fair thru the years

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      2022 Events

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         Enjoy yourself with friends and family! 

      University of Mary Washington 121 University Boulevard Fredericksburg, VA 22406

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      Stafford County Fair Beginnings

        

      The first annual Stafford County Club and School Fair was held at Stafford High School on October 21, 1922 for two days conducted by the School Board, and officers of the Fair; W.D Peyton, president; James Ashby, secretary & treasurer; V.B Perry, manager. The first fair also involved a school parade, marching from Stafford High School to the Courthouse. On October 18, 1929, it was reported that the Agricultural Department, directed by R.L. Reid, Hayden Silver and Grafton Greenlaw, was one of the best exhibits in years. They also held educational and domestic art exhibits inside the school building. The fair was cancelled in 1930 due to drought conditions and revived in the fall of 1931 by combining “Achievement Day” with the County Fair. At that time, it was reported that this fair would be the most notable of all county-wide gatherings. “It is designed for all the people and it is estimated that more people meet at it and intermingle in social pleasure than at any other event in the county’s annual history.” The Fair did not operate during WWII. It was revived in 1948 to be held for many years at the new Falmouth High School. In 1959, Mrs. Deichman former manager of the Stafford County fair and other officers of the Stafford County Fair were sought after to renew and organize the “area-wide” Fredericksburg Fair where Mrs. Deichman served as Treasurer.

      Over fifty years of history had passed since Stafford held its own fair. Gordon Shelton stepped up to revive the Stafford Fair in the fall of 2010. In keeping with tradition, he held the fair in the fall on school grounds. The Fair, held at Mountain View High School for the first few year had quickly outgrown the field in front of the school and moved behind the Margaret Brent Elementary School in 2014.

      At the new location, we were able to add a demolition derby and a tractor pull arena and make room for a temporary homemaking building, tents for the 4H and animals, pony shows, music concerts and more exhibits. In 2015, we held our first Miss Stafford County Pageant bringing our queen to the VAF competition.

      The Fair continues to grow as a non-profit, volunteer organization. We are not supported by any government entity. We are in need of permanent grounds. 

      Each year we are able to promote agriculture, community spirit, family fun events, motor sports, home making contests, 4H competition, vendor’s, petting zoo, pumpkin patch, pony rides, and carnival rides, food and overall fun for everyone!

      We are proud to have been able to provide the opportunity for Fire & Rescue teams to demonstrate and receive special training in the Jaws of Life recovery from automobiles.

      In 2022 we had to move to the UMW campus due to the land owner not supporting the Fair or the Parade.

      The Stafford County Christmas Parade is held the 3rd Saturday in December every year. 2022 Parade will be held at GEICO.   The parade began in 2015 dedicated to Sheriff Charlie Jett and Clerk of the Court Barbara Decatur.  

      Gordon Shelton, Fair and Parade Manager is honored to be on the Board of Directors for the Virginia Association of Fairs.


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      2022 Fair Dates: THURSDAY, October 13th thru Sunday, October 16th

        CALL GORDON FOR MORE INFORMATION 540-840-8992

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      Fair Manager: Gordon Shelton 540-840-8992