Georgia National Fair 2024

The Georgia National Fair takes place for 11 days every October at the Georgia National Fairgrounds and Agricenter in the town of Perry, Georgia. The fair attracts about 500,000 people every year.

Georgia National Fair Events and Entertainment

A state-sponsored event offers several agricultural displays, horse and livestock shows, various competitions, youth events, a circus, midway rides, and live concerts in Reaves Arena with star-filled lineups. There is also a fireworks display every night.

Concert Lineup

Georgia National Fair will held free concerts, featuring Bellamy Brothers, Josh Turner, Grapevine, Southside Worship, West Love & The 478 Band, Warrant, Ginuwine, Cooper Alan, Yachtley Crew, and others.

Georgia Living

At Georgia Living, local Georgia exhibitors showcase striking examples of their works, including fine artworks and woodworks, quilts and needle arts, culinary masterpieces, and horticultural victories.

Starbuck Learning Farm

Garden volunteers from the Halo Group of Middle Georgia will share useful information about growing vegetables and fruit from garden plots and orchards. Starbuck Learning Farm operates from 10 am to 10 pm daily.

Southeastern Reptile Rescue

Nationally recognized reptile master with over 30 years of wildlife experience, Jason Clarke will share his knowledge about venom, reptile bites, and his experience as a naturalist. The Southeastern Reptile Rescue exhibit is open daily from 10 am to 10 pm, and show times are October 3 at 6 pm and 8 pm, and October 4-13 at 2 pm, 4 pm, 6 pm, and 8 pm.

Nightly Fireworks

A good tradition at the Georgia National Fair will end your bustling day with a bang. Fireworks will take place at 10 pm on October 5 and 10, and at 10:30 pm on the other festival days.

Tickets and Parking

General admission to the fair is about $15, seniors (60 and up) are $10, and kids ages 10 and under are free with a paying adult. Additionally, free admission has all military personnel with military ID. Visitors can purchase tickets at the fair entrance, at the gate, or in advance online. Parking is free and available at the North, East, and West Gates.

Fair Hours

Midway and rides are open from noon to 10 pm during weekdays and 10 am to 9 pm daily, except for opening day, October 3, when gates open at 3 pm. Free outdoor concerts start at 7:30 pm.

Georgia National Fair History

The Georgia National Fair was founded in 1990 by the Georgia Agricultural Exposition Authority. It is known for its traditional fair foods. The fair celebrates Georgia's heritage and agriculture with competitive exhibits and family-friendly entertainment.