Celebrate Western Pennsylvania heritage, culture and community at one or more of these greater Pittsburgh area county fairs, including Butler, Beaver, Westmoreland, Greene, Fayette and Washington.
1. Big Butler Fair
June 29 - July 7, 2012
Route 422, Prospect, PA
Billed as the largest fair in Western Pennsylvania, the Big Butler Fair has been operating for 157 years! Enjoy nine big days of food, animals, concerts and fun. Featured events for 2012 include The Clarks with special guest The Earthquakers, Rusted Root, Square Dancing, Bike Night, Big Rig Pulling Series, Demolition Derbys, Freestyle Motocross Motorcycle Show, Truck Pulls, 4th of July Fireworks and the Y108 Freedom Fest Concert.
2. Bedford County Fair
July 22-28, 2012
Bedford County Fairgrounds, Bedford County, PA
Enjoy exhibitions of animals, demonstrations of skill, displays of artwork and plants, and, how could we forget, the rides. This annual Bedford County event allows families and friends to gather together and thoroughly enjoy themselves.
3. Fayette County Fair
July 26 - August 4, 2012
Fayette County Fairgrounds, Fayette County, PA
The Fayette County Fairgrounds play host to a carnival, midway rides, indoor and outdoor arena entertainment, food, games, contests and more.
4. Greene County Fair
August 6-11, 2012
Greene County Fairgrounds, Waynesburg, PA
Enjoy a real old-time county fair, with seven days of non-stop rides, exhibits and entertainment.
5. Washington County Fair
August 11-18, 2012
Washington County Fairgrounds, Washington, PA
From tractor pulls and stock cars to craft displays and midway rides, the annual Washington County Agricultural Fair and Expo offers eight days of nonstop entertainment and fun. The theme for 2012 is "Blast from the Past!"
6. Lawrence County Fair
August 13-18, 2012
New Castle, PA
Since 1953, The Lawrence County Fair has presented six exciting days of family fun, and entertainment. In addition, the Fair has earned a national reputation for presenting one of the finest livestock shows in the Midwest.
7. Westmoreland County Fair
August 17-25, 2012
Westmoreland Fairgrounds, Greensburg, PA
This annual county fair sizzles with craft and food exhibits, 4-H events, concerts, agricultural exhibits, concessions and amusement rides.
8. Somerset County Fair
August 18-25, 2012
Meyersdale Fairgrounds, Meyersdale, PA
Held in Somerset for more than 100 years, this annual county fair features champion livestock, produce, and displays, plus grandstand entertainment and amusements.
9. Indiana County Fair
August 26 - September 1, 2012
Indiana County Fairgrounds, Indiana, PA
This is a traditional county fair with all your favorites, including concerts, exhibits, rides, competitions, and fun! Justin Moore is 2012's country star performer. The Indiana County Fair celebrates its 150th anniversary in 2012!
10. Big Knob Grange Fair (Beaver County)
August 28 - September 1, 2012
Big Knob Road, east of Rochester
This annual fair in Beaver County has agricultural, craft and food exhibits, plus motorsports, complete dinners in the dining room, and free entertainment.
