Neshoba County Fair

About Neshoba County Fair

The Neshoba County Fair — known as "Mississippi's Giant Houseparty" — is one of the most unique fair experiences in America. First held in 1889, it has been a Mississippi agricultural tradition for over a century. Held each late June in Philadelphia, Mississippi, this eight-day event is less a traditional agricultural fair and more a massive community celebration where hundreds of families stay on the fairgrounds in privately owned wooden cabins passed down through generations.

What to Expect

The cabin culture is the heart of the fair — hundreds of families host gatherings in their personal fairground cabins, creating a festive community atmosphere unlike any other fair in America. Beyond the social scene: livestock competitions, harness racing, carnival rides, live entertainment, political speeches, and traditional Mississippi fair food.

Visitor Tips

Try to visit with someone connected to a cabin family for the full experience. The fair is at 16800 Highway 21 South in Philadelphia, about 70 miles east of Jackson on Highway 16.

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