For the community, by the community
KNOX COUNTY FAIR
MOUNT VERNON, OHIO
July 25 – August 1, 2020
FREE PARKING
General Admission $7.00
(Beginning at 8:00 am daily)
Children (8 years and under) FREE
SENIOR CITIZENS AND VETERANS
ALL WEEK BEFORE 5:00 pm $3.00
PASSES
Concessionaires $30.00… Read full story
Here is a quick look at what entertainment is lined up for the 2020 Knox County Fair. We are working hard to get our new website up and running for more information on events. Look for it in the next few days
SATURDAY, July 25, 2020
MS 1:00 – 10:00 PM Showcase of the Bands
G 3:00 PM Draft Pony Pulls
SUNDAY, July 26, 2020
8:00 AM Gates Open
G 5:00 PM Opening Ceremonies
G 6:00 PM NTPA Pull (5 classes) followed by
Buckeye Power Productions Pull (4
classes) on 2 tracks
MONDAY, July 27, 2020
8:00 AM Gates Open
MS 1:00-10:00 PM Showcase of the Bands
G 7:00 PM Harness Racing
HP 7:00 PM Moto Cross
TUESDAY, July 28, 2020
8:00 AM Gates Open
MS 12:00-6:00 PM Showcase of the Bands
G 12:00 Noon Harness Racing
G 7:00 PM Auto Cross
Wednesday, July 29, 2020
8:00 AM Gates Open
G 7:00 PM Rough Truck and Side by Side Race
(Razor Style Only)
Longest Jump Contest (Trucks only)
Thursday, July 30, 2020
8:00 AM Gates Open
G 4:00 PM Antique Tractor Parade
G 6:30 PM Figure 8 Races and Demo Derby
Friday, July 31, 2020
8:00 AM Gates Open
G 7:00 PM Diamond J Rodeo
MS Following Rodeo – Jess Kellie Adams
HP 7:00 PM Dirt Drag Races
Saturday, Aug 1, 2020
8:00 AM Gates Open
G 7:00 PM O.S.T.P.A.… Read full story
On June 8th the Hartford Fair Directors held an early June board meeting and have voted in a majority decision to have as close to a “full” fair as possible. There will be some changes to the schedule for Jr. Fair and other Departments and we will update the public as quickly as possible on those changes.… Read full story
Thank you for your patience as we assess the possibility of being able to hold this year’s Festival. We continue to work with local officials to evaluate our options and anticipate finalizing plans very soon.
Due to circumstances out of our control, we do know we will not be able to hold a 4-day Festival.… Read full story
Ariel Foundation Park, 10 Pittsburgh Avenue, Mount Vernon, OH
The free 30-minute concerts will be comprised of Scottish tunes and marches as well as some familiar hymns. Those who attend may want to bring their own folding chair or blanket. Concert dates are June 7, 14, 21 and 28, and July 5, 12, 19 and 26.… Read full story
Due to COVID-19 guidance from state and local public health officials with regard to minimizing the risk of community spread of the Coronavirus, the Knox County Agricultural Society (Knox County Fair Board) has made the following change to the June 3, 2020, Board meeting: Meeting procedure adopted by the Knox Health Department and State guidelines limit meetings to only essential staff and credentialed media be allowed to attend.… Read full story
Each year, hundreds of thousands of our closest friends gather to make memories and enjoy their Fair favorites – food, the butter cow, a visit with Smokey Bear, a performance by the All-Ohio State Fair Band, or a run in the show ring.… Read full story
The Hartford Fair Board met on May 18, 2020, to discuss the 2020 Fair.
Our determination was to stay in a holding pattern. Once, Governor Dewine provides more information regarding Ohio’s Fairs we will proceed with reviewing his recommendations. At this time, we are unsure if we will be able to provide the community with a full fair or part of a fair.… Read full story
It is with heavy hearts and much discussion that our committee must announce that due to the COVID 19 virus, the Heart of Ohio USA Days Festival has to be cancelled. The entire theme, entertainment schedule, and so forth will be rolled over to 2021 on June 24th 25th, and 26th.… Read full story
Due to COVID-19 guidance from state and local public health officials with regard to minimizing the risk of community spread of the Coronavirus, the Knox County Agricultural Society (Knox County Fair Board) has made the following change to the May 6, 2020 Board meeting:
Meeting procedure adopted by the Knox Health Department and State guidelines limit meetings to only essential staff and credentialed media be allowed to attend.… Read full story