The 75th Annual Greene County Fair opens its gates Monday, bringing all it’s traditions of agriculture, entertainment, and community celebration to the Greene County Fairgrounds.
Recognized statewide as one of Tennessee’s best fairs of its size, the Greene County Fair continues to make its mark. In 2024, it was named “Champion of Champions” by the Tennessee Association of Fairs—the highest honor awarded. In 2023, it also earned the title of Champion Fair in the AAA Division.
A fair of some kind has taken place in Greene County since 1870, when the Farmers and Mechanics Association held the county’s first exposition. The present-day Greene County Fair Association was incorporated in 1949, and this year’s event proudly marks its 75th anniversary.
Opening Day: Monday, July 21st
The celebration kicks off Monday evening with a special 75th Anniversary Opening Ceremony and Ribbon Cutting on the Tri-Am RV Main Stage from 7:00 to 8:00 PM.
Monday’s Full Schedule:
- 🐄 Open and Junior Dairy Show – 1:00 PM
- 🐐 Barnyard Nursery Petting Zoo – Open nightly from 4:00 to 10:00 PM
- 🎪 The Torres One Ring Family Circus – 6:00 and 8:00 PM
- 🏆 Parade of Champions – 6:45 PM at the Andrew Johnson Bank Pavilion
- 🎶 Funny Farm “Hoedown” – 7:00 PM at the Greeneville Federal Expo Stage
- 🚜 Tractor Pulls – 7:00–9:00 PM at the Jim Saulsbury Motorsports Arena
- 👑 Greene County Fairest of the Fair – 8:00 PM on the Tri-Am RV Main Stage
- 🍳 Farm Fresh to Fair Cooking Demonstrations – 8:00 PM at the Expo Stage
Fair Exhibits: A Showcase of Local Talent and Agriculture
Fairgoers can explore a wide range of departments featuring entries from across the county, including youth projects, homegrown produce, handcrafts, culinary arts, and more.
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Department C – Youth and 4-H
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Arts and Crafts
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Needlework
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Canning
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Clothing/Sewing
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Educational 4-H Project
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Garden Crops
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Field Crops
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Food Preparation
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Flower Arrangements
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Photography
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4-H Special Participation
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Art
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Crafts
Department E – Future Farmers of America
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Row Crops
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Hay
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Tobacco
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Garden Crops
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Landscaping Plants
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Specialty Farm Products
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Small Shop Products
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Large Products
Department K – Horticulture, Field Crops, and Seeds
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Corn
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Small Grain
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Hay
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Tobacco
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Miscellaneous
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Fruits
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Vegetables
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Novelty Vegetables
Department M – Honey and Molasses (Sorghum) Show
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Extracted Honey
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Comb Honey
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Frame Honey
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Beeswax
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Observation Hive of Bees
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Molasses
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Cream Honey
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Photography
Department N – Canning
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Fresh Fruit
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Vegetables
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Jams and Preserves
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Butters
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Jellies
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Spreads
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Pickles and Relish
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Sauces
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Canned and Dried Meats
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Juices
Department O – Pastries
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Cakes
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Pies
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Cookies
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Candy
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Breads
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Sugar Free
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Gluten Free
Department P – Handwork
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Quilting
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Large Items
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Medium Items
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Small Items
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Golden Treasures
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Children’s Clothing
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Adult Clothing
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Sweatshirts
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T-Shirts
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Other
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Table Linens
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Bed Linens
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Towels
Department R – Adult Crafts
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Metal and Wood Working
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Wood Carvings
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Pictures
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Holiday Decorations
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Folk Art
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Wall Hangings
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Miscellaneous
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Jewelry
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Baskets
Department S – Ornamental Horticulture
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Cut Floral Design
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Plant Material
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Cycle Bloom Challenge
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Three Hybrid Tea or Grandiflora Buds
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Hybrid Tea or Grandiflora Bloom
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Floribunda
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Sprays (any color)
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Polyantha, Shrubs, or Old Garden Rose
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Climbers
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Miniature
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Cut Flowers (Annuals, Perennials, and Flower Shrubs)
Department U – Photography
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Color Prints
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Black and White Toned Prints
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Color Snapshots
Department V – Fine Arts
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Oil
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Acrylic
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Watercolor
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Drawing
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Mixed Media
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Sculptures
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All students are admitted free. Seniors age 60 and over, as well as veterans, receive discounted admission at just $5. General admission for all others is $10. The fairgrounds open daily at 4:00 PM, and carnival rides begin at 5:00 PM with a pay-one-price wristband available for $25.
