frequently asked qutesions
With so many great things happening each year at the Union County Fairgrounds, we have many curious people messaging us with questions. Here are some of the most frequently asked questions regarding the Union County Fairgrounds and the Union County Fair.
Q: How much does it cost to get into the Union County Fair?
A: We pride ourselves in offering a FREE fair to all who attend. The only events that require admission are the grandstand events.
Q: How much do the grandstand events cost?
A: Ages 0-5 - Free.
6-19 - $5.
20 years and older - $10.
Q: How do I register my child for Mutton Bustin'?
A: There is no pre-registration for Mutton Bustin'. Registration begins at 5:30pm, and there will be plenty of mutton for loads of bustin'! There is no age limit, but, in the interest of our animals, the weight limit is 70lbs.
A: We pride ourselves in offering a FREE fair to all who attend. The only events that require admission are the grandstand events.
Q: How much do the grandstand events cost?
A: Ages 0-5 - Free.
6-19 - $5.
20 years and older - $10.
Q: How do I register my child for Mutton Bustin'?
A: There is no pre-registration for Mutton Bustin'. Registration begins at 5:30pm, and there will be plenty of mutton for loads of bustin'! There is no age limit, but, in the interest of our animals, the weight limit is 70lbs.
Q: What events will be livestreamed?
A: There will be no live-stream this year for the Union County Fair events.
Q: When is Kids' Day?
A: This answer is in regards to the 2026 fair.
Kids' Day at the Union County Fair is Saturday, July 25th, from 9:00am-1:00pm, in the Activity Zone and Fun Zone (near the 4-H Building). A big thank you to our friends at Greater Regional Health for sponsoring this event. Stay tuned for dates and times for Kids' Day at the 2026 Union County Fair!
A: There will be no live-stream this year for the Union County Fair events.
Q: When is Kids' Day?
A: This answer is in regards to the 2026 fair.
Kids' Day at the Union County Fair is Saturday, July 25th, from 9:00am-1:00pm, in the Activity Zone and Fun Zone (near the 4-H Building). A big thank you to our friends at Greater Regional Health for sponsoring this event. Stay tuned for dates and times for Kids' Day at the 2026 Union County Fair!
Q: When is Senior Citizen's Day?
A: This answer is in regards to the 2026 fair.
Senior Citizen's Day at the Union County Fair is Monday, July 27th, beginning at 9:00am in the 4-H Building.
A: This answer is in regards to the 2026 fair.
Senior Citizen's Day at the Union County Fair is Monday, July 27th, beginning at 9:00am in the 4-H Building.