15-05-2025
Bedford County Fair looking to new future with multiple events and locations
BEDFORD COUNTY, Va. (WFXR) – The Bedford County Fair has announced more changes to future events following the decision by town supervisors to sell and repurpose the former fairgrounds.
Organizers said they are proud to announce that, going forward, the Fair will now be hosting multiple events that celebrate and 'highlight Bedford's agricultural heritage, support local youth, and provide meaningful experiences for the entire community,' instead of just a one-weekend event.
But the mission to serve the community with 'pride, creativity, and resilience' has not changed.
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After the lease for the former Fair location expired in September of 2024, there was some controversy regarding where and even if future events would occur.
However, the Bedford County Fair said in a release on Wednesday, May 14, 2025, that the former location will now be the site of a much-needed social Services facility and that 'true to the spirit of Bedford, the Board chose to adapt and grow.'
'The Bedford County Fair Board is deeply grateful to the Town of Bedford, whose leadership stepped up in a big way to make this next chapter possible. The collaboration of the Town Council, Town Manager Bart Warner, and town staff have been instrumental in creating new opportunities for the Fair to serve the community.' – The Bedford County Fair
Bedford County Fair Board and the Town of Bedford Present:
Bedford Family CarnivalAugust 22-24 at Liberty Lake ParkEnjoy rides, games, and classic fair fun for the whole family.
Ken Palmer Memorial Scholarship ContestSeptember 16 at the Bedford Boys Tribute Center Auditorium and ClassroomJoin in celebrating the next generation of Bedford leaders.
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Ag Contest & Expo at CenterfestSeptember 20 in Downtown BedfordShowcasing Bedford's rich agricultural heritage in the heart of the community.
Livestock & Horse ShowAugust 30-31 hosted by Allens Mountain LivestockExperience the hard work and talents of Bedford's local youth and equestrians.
'This is about continuing a tradition that means so much to Bedford families and businesses,' said Joy Powers, Fair Superintendent. 'With the Town's support, we're able to grow in new directions while staying true to who we are.'
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