Fairs Across America Tour

Celebrating County Fairs. Championing Rural America.

Harness race with six horses and drivers competing on a dirt track past a grandstand with spectators under white tents.
People seated in individual circular cars on a spinning amusement park ride with colorful lights against a clear sky.
Cowboy wearing a white hat riding a brown horse at high speed in a dusty rodeo arena.
Children and adults mingling at an outdoor fair with balloons and a yellow van in the background.
People walking and enjoying an outdoor festival with colorful stalls and hanging flags in warm sunlight.
White pickup truck driving through muddy terrain, splashing mud with spectators watching from bleachers.
Crowded outdoor fair with tents, trees, and a large Ferris wheel at sunset near mountains.
Aerial view of a small fair with tents, carnival rides, and people surrounded by trees during golden hour.
Sheep grazing in a field during sunset at a fair with a Ferris wheel and tents in the background.
Young girl with a yellow bow in her hair wearing denim overalls and a floral shirt smiling at an outdoor event with other children in the background.

50 fairs. 90 days.

One unforgettable journey.
We’re hitting the road to travel the country to shine a spotlight on the heartbeat of rural America: county fairs.
This tour is about honoring the people, traditions, and stories that make each fair a one-of-a-kind experience. From barn to midway, main gate to grandstand, we’re capturing the critical role Fairs play in bringing their communities together.

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Why We’re Doing This

To Celebrate Traditions

Fairs have always been more than just fun. They’re where generations gather, memories are made, and communities come to life.  They are the places where agricultural knowledge and heritage is not only celebrated, but passed down to future generations.

To Recognize Excellence

But the people behind the scenes—the volunteers, board members, families, and local businesses—don’t always get the recognition they deserve. That’s where we come in.

To Say Thanks

The Fairs Across America Tour is our way of saying thank you. It’s a celebration of the energy, effort, and pride that make county fairs not just relevant, but vital.

To Show Up

We’re not just talking—we’re showing up in person, with cameras rolling and stories waiting to be told.

The Journey

What to Expect from the Tour

Aerial view of a small outdoor fair or carnival with tents, booths, and people on green fields surrounded by trees at sunset.

Video Content

Regular video and photo content from the road

Person typing on a laptop displaying a social media feed on a cluttered wooden desk in a well-lit room.

Social Highlights

Social media highlights and blog features from every stop

Young man smiling and holding a phone, sitting in a brightly lit amusement park at dusk.

Real Stories

Stories from volunteers, vendors, 4-H exhibitors, and fair families

Audience silhouettes with raised hands clapping at a concert under colorful stage lights.

Fair Recognition

Recognition of fair milestones, anniversaries, and standout contributions

Young children smiling and playing outdoors at a sunny festival or party with blurred crowd and string lights in the background.

A New Home

A platform to showcase your fair’s legacy—and its future

Want Us to Visit Your Fair?

We’re accepting nominations right now. Whether your fair is big or small, what matters most is the heart behind it. We’re looking for:

  • Long-serving volunteers who’ve given decades of their time
  • Families who’ve been part of your fair for generations
  • Major fair milestones—like historic anniversaries or facility upgrades
  • Outstanding youth participants and 4-H exhibitors

Our route will be shaped by stories, not size. If your fair has something worth sharing—we want to be there!

Map showing a red route traveling through Iowa with a red fair-themed truck icon near Cedar Rapids, leading to a labeled circle reading 'YOUR FAIR'.
Our mission

Fairs.com is built for fairs and fairground events, plain and simple. The Fairs Across America Tour is our commitment in motion. We’re not just here to provide tools, we’re here to stand shoulder to shoulder with the people who make the fair magic happen.

Let’s hit the road!

Our mission

Nominate Your Fair

Tell us what makes your fair special, and we just might show up in your town with cameras, questions, and a whole lot of appreciation.

A custom tractor named 'Outlaw Traker' emitting thick black smoke during a tractor pull event at a stadium with spectators in the background.
Ferris wheel lit with red, blue, and yellow lights at night with people seated nearby.