THE 2026 SCHEDULE
Events and activities are still being added to the schedule. Official schedule may not lock until week
before the fair.
Carter County Fair Week 2026
Outdoor events. Times are approximate. No refunds for rainouts.
No pets allowed on fairgrounds. Only trained service dogs assisting the handicapped are permitted.
Exercise social distancing and do not attend if you are not feeling well or have been found COVID positive within the last two weeks. READ ALL POLICIES HERE
Sunday, August 6, 2026
CARTER COUNTY FAIR PAGEANT
Time: 2 pm - Miss Carter County Fair Pageant
Admission $10 for Adults
West Carter High School
Click for info and registration form
Carter County Fair Pageant is NOW open to residents of Carter, Bath, Boyd, Elliott, Fleming, Greenup, Lawrence, Lewis, Menifee, Morgan, and Rowan Counties in Kentucky.
Monday, August 10, 2026
FAIR EVENTS BEGIN AT FAIRGROUNDS!
KEE'S FARM SERVICES DAY AT THE FAIR
LIVESTOCK EXHIBITION DAY
Animal weigh-in begins at 8 am at Livestock Barn
$5 Admission Livestock Exhibitors Free
Weigh in Show Start
Swine 8 am 9 am Show
Goats 10 am 11 am Show
BREAK
Lambs 1 pm 2 pm Show
Beef 3 pm 4 pm Show
Fun Shows will be held at conclusion of each species, time permitting.
Auction Registration at 6 pm. Auction starts at 7 pm.
Buyers Appreciation Dinner at 6 pm.
Thank you to
for sponsoring Chase's Racing Pigs!
Tuesday, August 11, 2026
BARNYARD BLASTOFF! Family fun at the fair tonight!
in the morning ...
HORTICULTURE, AGRICULTURE, CULTURAL ARTS DROP OFF
12:30 pm - 2 pm Carter County Fair 4-H and Open Exhibit Registration
At Fairgrounds Exhibit Trailer
Click for Open categories and information Click for 4-H categories and info
Horticulture, Agriculture, Cultural Arts and Culinary Arts classes
In the evening ...
OLIVE HILL TOURISM NIGHT AT THE FAIR
The Barnyard Blastoff!
Admission: $10. Kid's 2-years and under are free.
No carnival tonight.
Pay admission and then enjoy all the activites on the grounds! Chase's Racing Pig shows (6:30, 7:30 and 9:00), Kid's Inflatable Land, Petting Zoo, Pony Rides, "Barnyard Games" and at dusk a great barnyard movie on the big, big screen...
"Charlotte's Web" (2006)
Gates open at 6:00 pm. Movie begins at dusk. Bring a blanket or lawn chair to enjoy a great Family Film at the Fairgrounds!
Wednesday, August 12, 2026
MOTOCROSS MADNESS in the Motor Arena
$15 Admission Carnival Rides Included!
5:30 pm - 9 pm - Petting Zoo open
6 pm - 8 pm - Exhibit Hall open for viewing
6 pm - Kid's Inflatable Land
6:30 pm Chase's Racing Pigs -- 3 Shows each night!
6 pm - Carnival Opens Great American Carnival
7 pm - Tri-State MX Motocross in Motor Arena (Riders sign up at grounds, practice begins at 6)
7:30 pm Chase's Racing Pigs
9 pm Chase's Racing Pigs
Thursday, August 13, 2026
FTC WRESTLING, MOTOCROSS and FUN at the MIDWAY STAGE
$15 Admission Carnival Rides Included!
5:30 pm - 9 pm Petting Zoo open
Chase's Racing Pigs -- 3 Shows each night!
6 pm - 8 pm - Exhibit Hall open for viewing
6 pm - Carnival Opens Great American Carnival
6 pm - Kid's Inflatable Land
6:30 pm - Talent Show Sign-ups begin at Midway Stage
6:30 pm Chase's Racing Pigs
7 pm - FTC Pro Wrestling
7 pm - Talent Show at Midway Stage
7:30 pm Chase's Racing Pigs
7 pm - Tri-State MX Motocross in Motor Arena (Riders sign up at grounds, practice begins at 6)
7:30 pm - Papa John’s Pizza Eating Contest (sign-up at fairgrounds, participation is limited)
9 pm Chase's Racing Pigs
Friday, August 14, 2026
DEMO DERBY NIGHT
$15 Admission Carnival Rides Included!
5:30 pm - 9 pm - Petting Zoo open
Chase's Racing Pigs -- 3 Shows each night!
6 pm - 8 pm - Exhibit Hall open for viewing
6 pm - Carnival Opens Great American Carnival
6 pm - Kid's Inflatable Land
6:30 pm Chase's Racing Pigs
7 pm - FTC Pro Wrestling
7 pm - Live Paint demonstrations by Haley Bays
8 pm - Top Dog Demolition Derby in Motor Arena
8:30 pm Chase's Racing Pigs
9:30 pm Chase's Racing Pigs
Saturday, August 15, 2026
CARTER COUNTY TOURISM RODEO NIGHT AT THE FAIR
10 am noon 4-H and Open Exhibit Pickup: Items & Premiums at Exhibit Trailer
$15 Admission Carnival Rides Included!
5:30 pm - 9 pm - Petting Zoo open
Chase's Racing Pigs -- 3 Shows each night!
6 pm - Carnival Opens Great American Carnival
6 pm - Kid's Inflatable Land
6:30 pm Chase's Racing Pigs
7 pm - James Family Outfitters Best Dressed Cowboy & Cowgirl Contest
7:30 pm Chase's Racing Pigs
8 pm - Carter County Tourism presents King Brothers “Bulls & Barrels” Rodeo
9 pm Chase's Racing Pigs
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Update August 10, 2026