It's almost fair time! It's one of those great annual events we just love to enjoy each summer. There are ninety-two counties in Indiana and each and every one hosts a county fair each summer. So, what makes the Morgan County Fair so special?
We're so glad you asked! There are several great reasons for your family to venture out to the Morgan County Fairgrounds in Martinsville during the fair - July 10-18, 2026. This year's fair is the 77th Annual Morgan County Fair, so it'll be even bigger and more fun than ever! Here are a few of of the annual fair events, activities, and foods that keep us coming back year after year!
Sweet Corn, Donuts, Ice Cream, Grilled Cheese...
Yes, all the typical fair food will be there - elephant ears, funnel cakes, corn dogs... but if you want a truly amazing fair food experience, get off the Midway and take advantage of the many local food vendors in the Food Court area, located in the center of the fairgrounds. You'll find the Morgan County Cattleman's Association (go for the ribeye sandwich and roasted sweet corn), the Pork Producers (pork burgers and pork chops are always a hit), fresh homemade-recipe ice cream from the Morgantown Fire Department, made-to-order grilled cheese from Tri-Kappa (try one with tomatoes and mozzarella), freshly made donuts from Kappa Kappa Sigma, as well as pizza, tacos, tenderloin sandwiches and freshly-made lemon shake-ups! The best part? Your money is going to support a number of great local organizations that make a positive impact on the Morgan County community. (If you love food - don't miss the Chopped Challenge on Saturday, July 11. Area home chefs compete to see who can make the tastiest culinary creations with this year's signature ingredient!)
Free Stage Performances - All Week
The Morgan County Fair Free Stage always has a fun line up of entertainment scheduled throughout fair week. Shows span a wide range of genres and performers. This year's performers will feature the Martinsville Community Band, an Old Time Hymn Sing, Rock Garage, Biscuits and Gravy, Blues Eyes and Grey Skies, Top Hat Blues Revue, Terry Lee & The Million Dollar Band and Grenadalia. There will also be a variety of free performances and activities in the north end of the Merchant's Building throughout the fair. See the complete daily schedule below for details.
Midway Rides - July 10-17
The Midway Rides, courtesy of Poor Jack Amusements, will be open beginning on Friday, July 10, running through Friday, July 17 (weather permitting). Kiddie Days feature unlimited rides for only $17 per person between 1 and 5 pm on Saturday, July 11 and Wednesday, July 15. Family Nights will feature unlimited rides for $25 per person from 6 pm until closing,
Grandstand Events - Throughout the Week
There are a variety of great events taking place at the Grandstand this year, including an Antique Tractor Pull on Friday, July 10, Truck and Tractor Pulls on Saturday, July 11, a Rodeo on Sunday, July 12, Go Kart racing on Monday, July 13, 4-H Night on Tuesday, July 14, ATV Races on Wednesday, July 15, Dirt Bike Races on Thursday, July 16, the Demolition Derby on Friday, July 17, and Tuff Truck on Saturday, July 18. Whew - that's a whole lot of Grandstand fun! See complete schedule for start times and other details.
COMPLETE SCHEDULE:
The list above is just some of our favorites, so to get the complete scoop on the entire daily schedule for this year's Morgan County Fair, please see the 2026 Morgan County Fair listing on our event calendar.
See you at the fairgrounds!
