This year marks the 36th anniversary of the Braxton County Fairs and Festivals Celebration. However, as we look ahead significant changes are necessary for the future of the fair. The past few years have held ongoing challenges including reduced volunteer participation, fewer carnivals operating in West Virginia, and ever rising cost. This has forced us to re-evaluate how we operate and plan for the 2026 fair. The difficult decision has been made to discontinue traditional fair activities and instead return to the roots of the county fair and emphasis on agriculture events and support of 4-H and FFA programs. These events will include livestock shows and sales, as well as a showcase of member exhibits and projects, to be held July 28- July 31, 2026.
Please understand that this conclusion did not come easy for the seven volunteers who make up the fair board. While the decision has been made for this year it is our hope that with additional volunteers, we can return to having a traditional fair in 2027. Please follow the Braxton County Fairs and Festivals Facebook page for updated information for meeting times and places, and consider becoming a volunteer member of the fair board.
Admission for the 2026 Braxton County Fair is by donation.
Monday, July 27
5-6:00 p.m. Entry of 4-H and FFA Exhibits (more information soon!)
Tuesday, July 28
8-11:00 a.m. Weigh in for 4-H and FFA market livestock and special heifers
8-11:00 a.m. Check in for poultry and beef cattle shown on Wednesday
Wednesday, July 29
11-noon Check in for rabbits (breeding classes)
1:00 p.m. Livestock Skillathon (exhibitors)
5:00 p.m. Rabbit Show
Rolling Schedule: Beef Cattle Show followed by Market Hog Show
Thursday, July 30
8-10:00 a.m. Check in for sheep and goats (breeding classes)
1:00 p.m. Sales Talk (exhibitors)
6:00 p.m. Sheep and Goat Show
Friday, July 31
7:00 p.m. Braxton County 4-H and FFA Livestock Sale
