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 5-12, 2025. This year's fair is the 76th 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 5. 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 Tyme Hymn Sing, Biscuits & Gravy Band, Bittersweet Band, Top Hat Blues Review, Terry Lee and the Million Dollar Band, Grenadelia, and the Martinsville Community Choir. See the complete daily schedule below for details.
Midway Rides - July 7-12
The Midway Rides, courtesy of Poor Jack Amusements, will be open beginning on Monday, July 7, running through Saturday, July 12 (weather permitting). Kiddie Days feature unlimited rides for only $17 per person between 1 and 5 pm on Wednesday, July 9 and Saturday, July 12. Family Nights will feature unlimited rides for $25 per person from 6 pm until closing, on weeknights, Monday through Friday,
Grandstand Events - Throughout the Week
There are a variety of great events taking place at the Grandstand this year, including Truck & Tractor Pulls on Saturday, July 5, a live rodeo from D&D Pro Rodeo Co. on Sunday, July 6, Blue Flame Music in concert on Monday, July 7, 4-H Night featuring a human tractor pull on Tuesday, July 8, Quad/Motorcycle Racing on Wednesday, July 9, Dirt Bike Racing on Thursday, July 10, Demolition Derby on Friday, July 11, and Tuff Truck on Sunday, July 12. See complete schedule for start times and other details.
NEW This Year: The Butterfly Encounter
Have you ever fed a butterfly? Well you will have a chance to do so at this year’s Morgan County Fair! The Butterfly Encounter will be here July 8-10! This interactive exhibit will be located at the Multipurpose Barn across from the Show Arena. The exhibit will be open from 10 am-8 pm each day. Learn about the life cycle of these beautiful creatures and their important role in our ecosystem. Participants will be given a nectar stick with which they can feed the butterflies. A special thank you goes out to People Helping Improve Soil Health (PHISH) Urban Soil Health Working Group and Morgan County Soil Water Conservation District for making this exhibit possible and free of charge for all who attend the fair.
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 2025 Morgan County Fair listing on our event calendar.
See you at the fairgrounds!
