Your Guide: Washington County Fair

Written by Lauren Costa.

The 47th Annual Washington County Fair, the largest agricultural event in Rhode Island, is takes place through Sunday, Aug. 18, on Route 112 in Richmond.

Tickets are $10 for adults; those 10 years old and younger will be admitted for free. This year, visitors may purchase a strip of five tickets for $50, a $10 discount. Parking is free. You'll find complete ticket details here.

The fair began on Wednesday, Aug. 14, with special events on each day. In addition, every day will have live entertainment, rides, arts and crafts, exhibits and displays, tractor and horse pulls, just to name a few.

Friday is Children's Day as well as 4-H Day. All-day ride bracelet sales begin at 11 a.m. and will cost $25 without access to the fair's roller coaster. Ride bracelets including the coaster will be $30. Performer Randy Houser will take the Main Stage at 8:30 p.m.

Saturday is Washington County Day, and will feature a RI 4-H Goat Show, 1st Annual War of the Fishermen, an Antique Tractor Pull and more. Musical act Phil Vassar will perform on the Main Stage at 1 p.m. and again at 9 p.m.

Sunday is Grange Day, featuring a 4-H Dog Show, Animal Costume Parade and the 36th Annual Tug-O-War. Musician JT Hodges will perform on the Main Stage at 12 p.m. and again at 6 p.m.

You'll find complete details and schedules by visiting the fair's official website.