The 175th Franklin County Fair
September 5-8, 2024
Theme: "Rooted in Our Community"

Exhibitor's Handbook

This is your one stop for information to exhibit in the Roundhouse and Youth Hall, or to enter your Horse, Cow, Chicken, Rabbit, Sheep, or Oxen at the Fair.

The 2024 Exhibitor's Handbook will be available in early Summer. The 2023 book can be referenced below:

Franklin County Fair Hours

• Thursday: Gate opens at 3pm
• Friday: Gate opens at 3pm
• Saturday: Gate opens at 8am
• Sunday: Gate opens at 8am

There is no set closing time for the fair, though generally it's open until at least 9pm on Thursday and Sunday, and at least 10pm on Friday and Saturday. Poor weather may result in an earlier closing time.

Gate Admission Prices 2023

• Adult (18-59): $12
  Opening Night Special: $9
• Senior (60 +): $9
• Active Military & Vets (With ID): $9
• Youth (9-17): $9
• Age 8 & Under: Free
• Parking: $10

Midway Rides

The Coleman Brothers Midway returns for family fun and thrills.

Midway Hours:

• Thursday: Open at 4pm
• Friday: Open at 4pm
• Saturday: Open at 12pm
• Sunday: Open at 12pm

Wristbands to ride all the rides for one price are available every day and go on sale at the hours listed above.

Demolition Derby

The Stoney Roberts Demolition Derby will take place at the 2023 Fair:

• Saturday, September 9, 2023 at 6pm
• Sunday, September 10, 2023 at 6pm

Preferred ticket admission into the Grandstand is 5pm
General Admission entry time is 5:15pm

Information regarding car requirements can be found on the Stoney Roberts website.

Building Hours

• Thursday: 3 – 9 p.m.
  (Roundhouse at 5 p.m.)
• Friday: 3 – 9 p.m.
• Saturday: 10 a.m. – 9 p.m.
• Sunday: 10 a.m. – 8 p.m.

Buildings include Roundhouse, Youth Hall, Fish & Wildlife, Dole Building, Baby Barnyard, Grandstand, Poultry, and Rabbits.

The Fair Museum, located near the show ring, is open:

• Thursday: 3 - 8 p.m.
• Friday: 3 - 8 p.m.
• Saturday: 8:30 a.m. - 8 p.m.
• Sunday: 8 a.m.- 8 p.m.